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    Bahrain

The Kingdom of Bahrain continues to distinguish itself as a dynamic business hub in the Middle East, supported by one of the region’s most resilient and diversified economies. This sustained economic progress reflects Bahrain’s long term strategic vision and positions the Kingdom as an attractive gateway for international investors looking to access the wider Gulf market.

Our journey in Bahrain began in 2006. Since then, we have proudly remained one of the few international law firms with an established, full-service presence in the Kingdom. We provide comprehensive legal services, combining deep local insight with international expertise to support both Bahraini and global clients.

We are the only international law firm consistently ranked Tier 1 in Bahrain by Legal 500 for our Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial, and Real Estate and Construction practices.

Their commitment to innovation—whether through flexible billing, diverse talent, or smart use of technology—makes them a forward-thinking and highly effective practice.”

The Legal 500 EMEA 2026

Office

Charles Russell Speechlys in Manama

Manama

Our Manama office opened in 2006 and has since grown to become one of the largest international law firms in the Kingdom.

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Meet the team

Our thinking

  • Virtual Currency Regulation: United Arab Emirates

    Sara Sheffield

    Insights

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  • IBA Annual Conference 2026

    Jean-Baptiste Beauvoir-Planson

    Events

  • Saudi Arabia joins the Madrid Protocol

    Dewdney William Drew

    Quick Reads

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  • Arbitration of Trust Disputes Webinar

    Thomas R. Snider

    Events

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  • Simon Ridpath features in the latest episode of the Non-Billable podcast

    Simon Ridpath

    In the Press

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens Middle East Corporate practice with appointment of Philip O’Riordan

    Patrick Gearon FCIArb

    News

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  • Costs in DIFC Employment Cases: Two New Decisions Confirm the Strength of Practice Direction 1/2025

    Peter Smith

    Quick Reads

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  • Qatar’s New Preliminary Registration Framework: A Transformative Step for the Off-Plan Market

    Ahmad Anani

    Insights

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys named a ‘Firm to Watch’ by India Business Law Journal

    News

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  • Arbitrating Construction Disputes – Comparing the ICC, LCIA, SIAC and SCCA Rules

    Christopher O'Brien

    Insights

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  • Jonathan Burt is quoted in the Financial Times on Gulf families' approach to succession planning

    Jonathan Burt

    In the Press

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys reports strong firmwide revenue growth, with 10% increase to £266.5m

    Simon Ridpath

    News

    min read
  • Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) in Qatar

    Ahmad Anani

    Insights

    min read
  • Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration issues update on arbitration in Saudi Arabia

    Peter Smith

    Insights

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  • Back-to-back is not enough: UAE construction subcontracts and multiparty arbitration under the 2026 ICC Rules

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

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  • Disputes Over Donuts: The UAE’s New Civil Code - Implications for Construction Contracts

    Paula Boast MBE

    Podcasts

  • How Binding is an ‘Off the Plan’ Reservation Agreement in the UAE?

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

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  • Options for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Tenants in Dubai: Re-Negotiating Lease Obligations in Unprecedented Times

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

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  • India-UAE BIT 2024: What to Expect When You’re Investing

    Thomas R. Snider

    Insights

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  • The Increased Expedited Procedure Threshold under the 2026 ICC Rules: What Does It Mean for Mid-Value Construction Disputes in the UAE?

    Glenn Bull

    Insights

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