Articles
Unlicensed financial activity in Bahrain
Our Associate, Habiba Reda throws light on unlicensed financial activity in Bahrain and its regulation.
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Electronic Signatures Under Bahraini Law
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed discusses electronic signatures under Bahraini Law.
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Legal Update: Latest Developments to the End-of-Service Gratuity
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi throws light on the ‘Regulation of the End of Service Remuneration for Non-Bahrainis Working in the Private Sector’ (Resolution).
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Claimants Under Scrutiny The ‘Duty’ to Mitigate & Contributory Fault
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explores mitigation of damages and the importance of the claimant’s role.
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Plea of Non-Performance
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed throws light on the plea of non-performance and its provisions.
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ADR Clauses in Contracts in Bahrain
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi highlights the importance of alternative dispute resolution clauses & their role in facilitating efficient dispute resolution.
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Common Claims in the Construction Industry
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains common construction claims as per the FIDIC Red Book (1999) & Bahraini law.
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Protection of Copyrights in Bahrain
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed explains copyright laws in Bahrain.
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Public Private Partnerships
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor unpacks key concepts of Public Private Partnerships.
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Safeguarding Minority Shareholder Rights in Joint Ventures
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi explains how shareholders’ agreements and company’s deed of incorporation protect minority shareholders.
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AI in law: the positives and the negatives
Our Associates, Hisham Al Mansoor and Budoor Al Halwachi discuss the key implications of AI in the legal industry.
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Landlords and Tenants Obligations under Bahraini law
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed introduces the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants under the regulations of Bahrain Law.
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Understanding the Contract of Muqawala in the Bahrain Construction Industry
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi throws light on the main legal framework of Muqawala in the construction industry.
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Liquidated Damages & Penalty Clauses in the Construction Industry
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains liquidated damages and penalty clauses in the construction industry.
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Civil Liability: Contractual and Tortious Liabilities
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed explains civil liabilities along with the types of liabilities it gives rise to.
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Legal Update: Amendments to the Corporate Governance Code
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi explains the amendments to the Corporate Governance Code.
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Formation of Trusts
Our Senior Associate, Neha Sachde explains the process around Formation of Trusts.
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The ‘Public Order’ & Why it Matters to Contracting Parties
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains the concept of ‘Public Order’.
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Inheritance under Bahraini Law
Our Senior Associate, Neha Sachde explains the Inheritance Law in Bahrain for both Muslims & Non-Muslims.
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Knowledge Series: Maritime Law (Volume II – Limitation of Liability)
Our Associate, Budoor Al Halwachi elaborates on the limitation rights of ship owners & the protection provided under Maritime Law.
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Legal Update: Amendment to the Real Estate Sector Regulation Law
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed explains amendments to the Real Estate Law.
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Shareholder Disputes & Article 321 of CCL
Our Senior Associate, Neha Sachde discusses Shareholder Disputes and the recourses available.
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Protection from Eviction in Bahrain
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed throws light on the conditions for eviction and analyses the social housing system.
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Cybercrime & Online Fraud
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor unpacks laws related to cybercrime and online fraud in Bahrain.
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Knowledge Series: Maritime Law (Volume I – Key Concepts)
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor elaborates on the key concepts of the Maritime Law with special emphasis on mortgages and seizures.
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Legal Update: Amendment to Commercial Companies Law
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid explains the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs & Endowments’ changes to the CCL.
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Legal Update: 10 Ministerial resolutions for elements of the PDPL
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed explains the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs & Endowments’ decision on the Personal Data Protection Law.
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Legal Update: Amendment to the GCC Patents Law
Our Associate, Hisham AlMansoor explains amendments to the GCC Patents Law.
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Legal Update: Buy now, Pay later
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid explains changes made to CBB’s Rulebook 5, enabling a new type of entrant in the online space.
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Legal Update: Amendments to Pensions & Retirement Allowances
Our Associate, Fatima Alsayed explains changes to regulations of pensions & retirement allowances.
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Legal Update: Amendments to Social Insurance Law
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid expands on changes to the Social Insurance Law’s provisions.
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An overview of Bahrain’s Bankruptcy Framework
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor decodes Bahrain’s insolvency framework.
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Legal Update: Bahrain extends scope of familial sponsorships for expats
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid explains the relevant resolution.
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Legal Update: Major Reforms to the Law of Execution
Our Associate, Hisham AlMansoor throws light on changes to the Law of Execution
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Trademarks: Exclusivity in a Digital Age
Learn why you need to register your trademark for brand protection in our Associate, Noor Al Wari’s latest piece.
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Legal Update: Amendment to the Law of Evidence
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor provides an overview of the amendment to the Law of Evidence with a focus on provisions relating to expert evidence.
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Legal Update: Bahrain to provide Golden Residency Permit
Learn more about the eligibility criteria in our Associate, Noor Al Wari’s latest piece.
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How is Cryptocurrency regulated in Bahrain?
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid provides clarity on the regulations around Cryptocurrency in Bahrain.
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How does the Competition Law impact Bahraini Telecom Operators?
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor discusses the Competition Law and its instruments along with Prohibited Practices.
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Legal Update: New Resolution states specific Lawsuits may be conducted in English
Our Associate, Nayel AlBorshaid elaborates on the Resolution and highlights the significance of the change
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Legal Update: Amendment to the BCDR Law
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains the changes to the BCDR Law
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Employee Benefits
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees considers provisions of the Labour Law & any other law which regulate rights & benefits granted to employees.
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Leasing and Maintenance Responsibilities
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains maintenance & repair inc. warranties, liabilities, remedies & lease agreement clauses.
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Piercing the Veil + a closer look at Article 18 Bis CCL
Our Associate, Alaa Ahmed throws light on the unresolved issues of the corporate veil.
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End of Service Indemnity: A closer look
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees clarifies the complexities of the Labour Law with respect to End of Service Indemnity.
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How are online and home businesses regulated?
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor’s elaborates on regulations & programs for home and online businesses.
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Interpretation of Contracts: Certainty of Expression or Intention?
Our Associate, Noor Al Wari discusses interpretation of contracts in relation to the Bahraini Civil Code.
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Legal Update: Draft Law to improve Maritime Operations
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees explains the latest developments in the Maritime Law.
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Legal Update: Draft Experts Law
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees discusses the referral of the draft ‘Experts Law’ to the Council of Representatives.
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COVID-19: Force Majeure or Hardship?
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees clarifies the overlap between Force Majeure and Hardship in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Good Faith: Theory and Practice
Our Senior Associate, Neha Sachde explains the doctrine of Good Faith in the context of Bahraini law and its jurisprudence.
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Anti-Money Laundering Reforms & Legal Practice
Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor discusses implications of Decision (14) issued by Ministry of Justice & Islamic Affairs.
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Data Protection in the Workplace: Employers’ Duties
Our Managing Partner, Nezar Raees explains the dynamics of the Personal Data Protection Law in detail.
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