About us
As a law firm, we are proud of our reputation of working to the highest international standards with an unmatched understanding of local nuances. For over a decade, we have built a reputation for our foresight and commitment towards bringing original solutions to our clients’ most complex legal and commercial challenges. Our goal is to carry this legacy forward by standing up for our clients’ best interests, further establishing ourselves as a fresh and inclusive environment where the brightest minds can flourish.
Who our clients are
What we’re known for
Ambitious
industry-leaders
Whether you are a local company looking for guidance, or an international corporation seeking to either set up in Bahrain or gain local expertise, you can be assured we will provide you with direct and effective advice to ensure the most positive legal outcomes. We look forward to discussing your situation with you.
Dynamic
professional counsel
Our clients benefit from our extensive knowledge and experience in the legal industry; with a proven track record in the corporate and commercial spectrum. We understand the challenges our clients face and design effective, bespoke client-driven solutions to optimise and support their strategic growth.
Our Values
Certain core values have influenced our attitude since establishment. What makes the difference is that every member of our team shares these same values and beliefs, which ensure the culture and character of our firm is clearly defined by how we behave and make our decisions.
We Are Honourable
Our commitment goes beyond effectiveness and hard work. It is not just about getting the job done but also doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are honest and never compromise on our principles.
We Are Intelligent
We combine technical superiority with systematic and well-researched logic. We focus on solutions. That is why we constantly boost our knowledge and sharpen our technical tools.
We Are Bold
Working at Raees + Co requires a willingness to win. Our competitive spirit drives us in everything we do. We ensure braveness in all our strategies and solutions. We are determined to win and never give up in our quest for success.
Our People
The team of lawyers at Raees + Co are enthusiastic, committed people who relish the challenges and opportunities they encounter every day. Their expertise and dedication to each and every case is unmatched.
With over two decades of experience in high stake dispute resolutions, Nezar Raees is a trusted counsel to local, regional and international clients.
With significant experience in domestic and international commercial litigation, mediation, and arbitration, Nezar is involved in negotiating, drafting agreements and representing clients in disputes related to private equity investments, employment, partnership, shareholder, import, distribution and agency agreements, derivative actions, malpractice, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty and wrongful termination.
Nezar is admitted as a lawyer in Bahrain as well as England and Wales with a common and civil law background, bringing a strategic and unique approach to resolving cross-border transactions. He regularly acts as an expert in arbitration cases involving parties from the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the United States. He has also featured in cases under the auspices of the AAA, AAA-BCDR, GCCCAC, DIAC, ICC, LCIA, SIAC, as well as in ad hoc UNCITRAL proceedings.
Nezar is attuned with the strategic advice required to ensure successful closures of complex transactions. As Managing Partner, Nezar’s leadership is directed towards Raees + Co creating a definitive advantage and providing its clients with reliable solutions.
Nezar Raees
Managing Partner
Read moreHe is involved in entity formation, corporate financing, corporate governance, and general business representation. Ali is highly experienced in drafting business and commercial contracts, including intellectual property and licensing agreements, entity formation agreements, equity compensation agreements, buy-sell agreements and various other employment agreements and policies.
Ali’s expertise also extends to other legal areas such as joint ventures, group restructurings, corporate structures for inward investment (including Shari’ah compliant real estate structures), IPOs and fundraisings and commercial agreements, even those consisting of an international element.
Ali Shaaban
Senior Partner
Read moreAs a Partner, Hussain focuses on providing strategic advice on subjects pertaining to civil, labour, criminal and commercial litigations.
He appears in all courts along with the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) and is actively involved in negotiating and drafting contracts and consultancies in accordance with Bahraini law. With an established courtroom presence, Hussain is responsible for several successful cases on Raees + Co’s portfolio.
Having served both in-house and outside counsel, Hussain grasps the importance of clients’ business goals and knows how to achieve those goals before judges, tribunals and opposing parties.
Hussain Al Radhi
Partner
Read moreAs a Partner at Raees + Co, Muna’s responsibilities include reviewing contracts, formulating agreements, attending court hearings and drafting memorandums and legal opinions related to litigation and arbitration matters.
In addition to a powerful court presence, Muna has hands-on experience with disputes involving every field of civil, commercial, employment and criminal law, including acquisitions, bankruptcy, civil rights, construction, defamation, labour laws, partnerships etc.
Muna has been admitted into the Court of Cassation in Bahrain since 2017 and has since taken up advisory on significant cases. She is also a certified arbitrator, acting in ad hoc arbitration and attending disputes before the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre alongside arbitrating before the Ministry of Justice.
With extensive knowledge of the law and a strong understanding of her clients’ requirements, Muna is a formidable practitioner, providing clear and valuable advice consistently.
Muna Ebrahim
Partner
Read moreHe covers a broad range of advisory from civil to criminal and is involved in researching relevant laws, investigating cases, drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements.
Yasser has led the defense on complex matters including various types of labour, lease, compensation and criminal disputes. He has notable experience in leading teams in litigation projects involving an elaborate interplay between legal, governmental, and public stakeholders.
Yasser consistently provides clarity and carves an effective solution for his clients.
Yasser Khalil
Senior Associate
Read moreHer practice comprises a mix of transactional and stand-alone advisory wherein she assists companies and individuals from a wide range of sectors including financial institutions and real estate.
She uses her understanding of the profession and knowledge of the law to strategically combine pragmatic legal advice along with industry experience and focus on what matters to the client. Muna consistently strives to operate at the top of her discipline.
Muna Buqais
Senior Associate
Read moreHe advises clients on non-contentious and contentious projects in the field of corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, real estate, finance, construction, and employment law.
He actively assists members of the team in providing insightful commercial solutions, drafting policies and procedures, shareholder agreements and communications and developing effective people strategies and solutions to help clients’ businesses grow.
Hisham Almansoor
Associate
Read moreDuaa assists with all aspects of the legal practice including the preparation of purchase agreements and other documents, due diligence review, the review, analysis and resolution of title and survey issues, and organising and assisting with transaction closings.
Duaa is passionate about guiding and supporting clients to achieve their business objectives.
Duaa AlSaegh
Paralegal
Read moreShe is actively involved in supporting the lawyers by preparing affidavits, drafting legal correspondence and other documents for the attorneys alongside organising and maintaining records on our filing systems.
Duaa effectively handles multiple responsibilities and thrives in Raees + Co’s client-focussed environment.
Duaa AlNatiei
Paralegal
Read moreAs a part of her role, Alma is involved in the supervision and management of general accounting activities, financial analysis and the maintenance of effective internal controls while ensuring statutory compliance in all accounting initiatives.
Alma Buitre
Head of Accounts
Read moreHis role also includes office management, database administration, timely follow ups and approvals of visas and transfers along with other administrative and executive support.
Cyprian Lobo
Government Liaison Officer
Read more“Gulf Hotels Group (GHG) has trusted Raees + Co’s legal counsel for the past six years. During our association, R + C has always provided us with reliable and professional advice and represented the company on numerous, diverse legal matters.
The R + C team are competent & knowledgeable with high levels of work ethic and attention to detail. We do not hesitate in recommending their services.”
Garfield Jones
CEO, Gulf Hotels Group
“Raees + Co has been advising and supporting Indra and the developments of its operations in the country since our establishment in Bahrain in 2012. For our corporation, with headquarters in Madrid, trust and professionalism have made Raees + Co’s team our strategic legal partner in country.”
Jose Cubelos
VP Middle East, Indra
“Raees + Co is a progressive, approachable and proactive team that understands the demands of the banking sector and facilitate finding commercially-minded, viable solutions for difficult legal issues.”
Omar Al Ansari
Legal Counsel and Group Head of Governance, GIB
“Raees + Co has proven to be home to an extremely dedicated, experienced and dependable team. With an emphasis on client care, they are results-driven when providing focused and strategic advice and representation. We are grateful for their promptness and attention when specific pressing cases require immediate response.”
Aislinn Cote
Compliance Officer, Aradous
“We are immensely thankful to Raees + Co for the services rendered by the firm. The blend of professionalism and friendly advisory is delightfully serendipitous as we continue to treasure the long and satisfying relationship with the entire team.”
Kaushik Karmakar
VP (Corporate Banking), State Bank of India