Client Testimonials

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co (AMJ) is a stellar full-service law firm with a strong bench and an impressive depth of experience in high-profile transactions. It is distinguished for its strength in M&A, having handled numerous cutting-edge matters in this field. The firm's banking team is adept at a wide range of Islamic finance, project finance and debt capital markets transactions. Across numerous practice areas, AMJ is regularly cited by international law firms as a go-to choice of local counsel.

From Corporate & Finance Respondent Global

“They are the best Omani counsel for sure. They have strong technical skills and are great team players.”

“AMJ has provided high-quality legal advice across a broad spectrum of matters. They have also been very responsive and attentive to our needs.”

“They are really high quality and, considering the broad spectrum of services they provide and their local knowledge of Oman, they are one of the best in the area.”

"Mansoor Jamal Malik commands a formidable reputation in Oman due to his long history of involvement in market-leading transactions. His comprehensive practice covers Islamic finance, including sukuk, in addition to M&A and commercial contract advice across a range of sectors. He is a well-known figure who has helped draft many key pieces of legislation and is regarded as an authority on the dynamics of the Omani economy."

“Mansoor is a pleasure to work with. He has an enormous depth of knowledge and experience, as well as a deep understanding of our business.”

“Mansoor Jamal Malik is a great leader.”

"Marcus Pery is a distinguished finance lawyer who has advised on a number of significant matters in the areas of project finance and debt restructuring. He is in consistently high demand among leading Omani banks and international financial institutions."

“Marcus Pery is an excellent lawyer with a long track record in Oman.”

"Ardeshir Patel is well versed in M&A and has further expertise in corporate structuring and commercial regulatory work. Notable highlights from his practice include a number of transactions in the oil and gas and shipping sectors."

“Ardeshir Patel is very knowledgeable about our sector and gives a lot of practical advice.”

“Ardeshir brings a lot to the table. He has knowledge and many years of experience. “

"Senior associate Zarrar Mir is an increasingly prominent lawyer who has worked on high-profile M&A, finance and regulatory procedures for both domestic and international clients."

“He's very humble, knowledgeable, quick and responsive. He's always delivering beyond our expectations.”

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co has a respected team that advises on all aspects of project financing and development. The department has particular expertise in renewable energy matters, with experience relating to solar and green hydrogen projects. AMJ's lawyers also regularly assist with the development of water treatment plants and projects in the telecoms sector. The group offers further experience in project-related M&A deals, as well as energy regulatory and tourism mandates.

Projects & Energy Respondent Global

“AMJ has exceptional knowledge when it comes to local Omani regulations relating to energy projects.”

“AMJ demonstrates a deep understanding of my legal needs and provides clear, actionable advice.”

“We always receive advice which is well thought out, from various angles, and with our best interests in mind.”

Mansoor Jamal Malik is highly regarded by clients and exhibits a remarkably broad practice, encompassing project development and financing as well as M&A. He has a significant presence in renewable energy matters such as those pertaining to green hydrogen and solar parks. He also advises on energy regulatory matters.

“Mansoor provides reliable and commercially astute advice.”

“Mansoor Jamal Malik has an acute knowledge of project documents and energy projects.”

Marcus Pery has considerable experience in banking and finance. As part of a much broader practice, he regularly acts for lenders on project finance mandates.

“Marcus Pery always takes a very pragmatic approach.”

Ravinder Singh advises on a variety of high-value renewable energy and power production mandates. He is particularly prominent in TMT projects and PPPs.

“Ravinder Singh is solution-driven and understands what we need to move forward.”

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co (AMJ) is a highly accomplished Muscat-based law firm with a leading disputes practice. Its lawyers are equally well placed to advise on litigation and arbitration, representing a range of domestic and international clients before all levels of the Omani courts, including the Supreme Court, as well as appearing in arbitrations conducted under ICC rules. The firm's major strengths include contract breach cases, employment disputes and debt recovery matters across a wide variety of industries including construction, banking and real estate.

From Dispute Resolution Respondent Global

“The team is agile, and all the lawyers have a significant level of commercial understanding and expertise and are able to tailor solutions to our business.”

“AMJ is a one-stop shop for conducting high-value, international arbitrations.”

“The team's expertise is exceptional, with highly specialised knowledge and a strong understanding of the broader industry landscape. They are easy to reach, reply quickly and keep us well informed.”

“Mansoor Jamal Malik is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers.”

“Mansoor Jamal Malik always offers clear, strategic advice. He's highly responsive, takes the time to address complex questions and is key in making a significant difference in achieving our outcomes.”

“Ayman Abdulaziz Ali has a highly specialised focus on arbitration-related issues.”

“Majda Al Riyami's litigation skills, understanding of the law and ability to navigate the court system, combined with a comprehensive understanding of the local market, make her highly sought after.”

Capital Markets

“Extensive knowledge of the capital market landscape in Oman.”  

“Very strong technically, advice is pragmatic and commercial, high level of responsiveness, very efficient.”

“They are top quality and the best law firm in Oman. Very knowledgeable, prompt in their feedback and very professional.”

“Ardeshir Patel is very responsive, commercially-driven, very pragmatic.”

“Ardeshir Patel is very knowledgeable and responsive. He is a problem solver. He has great attitude and communication skills.”

“Armughan Ashfaq is accessible and responsible. He has good knowledge of the Omani capital market landscape.”

Private Equity

“Mr. Mansoor Jamal Malik and his team are highly experienced professionals who consistently deliver outstanding service.”

“Ahmed Al Busaidy is doing very well. He is very experienced in corporate and a problem solver.”

Project Development

“Al Busaidy Mansoor Jamal & Co. has been very pragmatic in their solution-oriented approach which any GC would expect from top law firm.”

“Chaudhary Ali is an extremely well research-oriented associate with problem solving ability.”

“Mansoor Jamal Malik is an extremely experienced lawyer and has an in depth knowledge of project development and has helped us navigate our way forward with a lot of counterparties.”

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co's real estate and construction department frequently operates on high-value projects, especially in the hospitality, construction, and investment industries. The team is often retained in a broad spectrum of real estate-related matters, including major construction and commercial property disputes, real estate project financing, including through syndicated loans and Islamic financing, and advising on various project constructions, including regional hotels and hospitals. Mansoor Jamal Malik is sought after by multinational clients for his extensive project financing and PPP experience that complements his real estate and construction law expertise, and co-leads the team with projects and energy expert Ravinder Singh, Marcus Perry, and Ayman Ali. Nader Mehboob and Angad Ahuja are also key actors in real-estate related matters.

'Solid understanding on regulatory environment.’

‘AMJ has a good legal team.'

‘Mansoor Jamal Malik is a great lawyer.'

‘We have been consistently impressed by AMJ's personalized approach and deep understanding of our business needs. Their team is not just very knowledgeable but also genuinely committed to supporting us to achieve long-term success.'

'Whether it's navigating complex legal challenges in the finance sector or providing strategic advice, they are always proactive and solution-focused.'

‘Ravinder Singh has met our needs with exceptional responsiveness and dedication. No matter how tight the deadlines, he is always quick to respond and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our needs are met. This proactive approach, combined with their ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure, sets him apart from others.'

'We’ve come to rely on their commitment to excellence, knowing we can count on them to not only meet deadlines but to do so with meticulous attention to detail and a consistently high standard of service. It’s this blend of efficiency and quality that we’ve come to truly value in our working with them.'

The banking and finance practice at Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co is a key port of call for clients due to its ‘market knowledge and vast experience in doing all sorts of transactions’. The team demonstrates notable aptitude for Islamic finance-related matters, including securing Sukuk, Musharaka, and Wakala loans in the energy, real estate, and shipping industries, among others. The team is frequently sought after by multinational clients for its local and cross-border strength, and represents clients for project financing, along with intra-bank-related matters. Mansoor Jamal Malik is sought after by clients for his extensive experience in project financing and finance acquisition matters, and co-heads the team with Marcus Perry, a notably experienced practitioner in cross-border finance transactions. Associate Zarrar Mir comes recommended by clients for his experience in high-value, complex finance-sector transactions, especially Islamic finance.

‘The Firm is very strong at making sure that Clients are receiving quality legal advice and document preparation even under the pressure of tight deadlines.’

‘Zarrar Mir stands out for his approachable nature, having a lawyer that you feel comfortable discussing specific details related to a transaction is extremely valuable when tasked with making important decisions within the context of a large financing.’

‘Knowledge on Islamic banking and finance structures and documentation. Fast turn-around time. Ease to approach team members including the senior partners. Market knowledge and vast experience in doing all sorts of transactions. Always abreast with the latest legal and regulatory framework.’

‘Zarrar Mir is knowledgeable, friendly, approachable, and technically strong.'

‘Good to work with.'

‘Zarrar Mir is fantastic - incredibly responsive and very helpful.'

'The team is very supportive and dedicated.'

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co's corporate, capital markets, and M&A practice is noted by clients as ‘pragmatic and commercial’, and is highly efficient in complex, valuable transactions involving multinationals in the GCC, having previously operated in share and asset sales, mergers, stake acquisitions, IPOs, cross-border financing, and privatisations. The team is headed by its senior partners, including Mansoor Jamal Malik, who brings over 38 years of experience in corporate and commercial work, including restructurings, public-private partnerships, and working closely with government ministries and entities. Co-head Ardeshir D Patel is a strong operator in transactions involving public equity investments, capital markets, and restructurings, while co-head Ahmed Al Busaid is extensively experienced in foreign investment, acquisitions, and corporate regulation and compliance matters.

‘The AMJ team is pragmatic and commercial and seems to understand the requirements of international investors into Oman. For investments into listed companies, their experience on such investments and contacts in the industry are also very useful.’

‘Ardeshir Patel has been excellent at providing advice that is both commercial and practical. The advice is clear, concise and succinct, and gets to the point quickly without unnecessary legal or technical jargon.’

‘We are incredibly pleased with the support on legal matters provided by AMJ. Their expertise on Oman Commercial Laws, and professionalism has always been invaluable to our organization. AMJ team is highly responsive to any matter and the turnaround time is something that makes them our preferred service provider.’

‘The firm has a good knowledge of the legal landscape in Oman. I have worked with Ardeshir Patel on multiple occasions over the years.’

‘Very strong team with great working experience and knowledge of the Omani market.'

‘Solid and reliable individuals who provide timely and effective advice.'

'Mansoor Jamal Malik, Partner of Al Busaidy Mansoor Jamal & Co has rich experience in Omani commercial law and is highly regarded in Omani industry. His commitment and dedication to providing wise legal counsel even at short notice is remarkable.'

‘Solid understanding on regulatory environment.’

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co's dispute resolution team is praised by clients for its ‘unique understanding of the Oman landscape’, and it boasts notable experience in domestic and multi-jurisdictional disputes. The team handles a broad spectrum of litigation and arbitration mandates, which includes commercial and civil claims, criminal disputes, and labour disputes for local and international clients, as well as a notable proficiency in Sharia-law related matters. Co-founders Said Al Busaidy and Mansoor Malik are both highly versatile in disputes, representing clients from the power, oil and gas, utilities, and financial sectors. Ayman Ali and Majda Al Riyami are sought after by clients for their expertise in strategic commercial disputes, including cross-border litigation and arbitral award matters. Mohammed Yousef is an expert in administrative law and is often retained in regulatory contentious matters.

‘AMJ is without a doubt the best and leading law firm in Oman for commercial litigation and indeed for other areas. The have a good mix of local Omanis as well as expats.'

‘Depth of knowledge of the lawyers in their relevant areas of expertise, unique understanding of the Oman landscape, solutions oriented, client centric approach and responsive communication.’

'Dr Said al Busaidy the senior partner is a strong guiding figure with a wealth of experience and unprecedented knowledge of Omani law and practice. Mansoor Malik the managing partner is hard working and an extremely well regarded as he works hard and is devoted to his work and clients. Dr Ayman Ali is good and has a very good knowledge of the law and practice.'

‘I have been dealing with this firm for a very long time since the late 1980s. I have found the team there very knowledgeable and experienced in resolving disputes. Since it is a large firm, they have several lawyers with different expertise to meet our requirements. Their team is readily available to respond quickly either by phone calls or by email.’

‘I have dealt with several team members of the firm. Their managing partner Mr. Mansoor Jamal is very experienced and quick to provide advice. He is available and responds swiftly to any queries. His vast experience in a wide range of legal matters enables him to provide with swift and rational advice. I am also impressed by their lawyer Majda Al Riyami for her consistent follow up and advice.’

‘Mr Mansoor Malik is one of the best legal minds in Oman regarding domestic and international dispute resolution. He has extensive experience and expertise in handling complex and high-stakes cases across various sectors and jurisdictions, applying his sharp analytical skills and strategic thinking to achieve optimal outcomes for his clients.'

‘We have utilized AMJ legal services for corporate/dispute resolution matters related to Omani laws and we are satisfied with their services. We recommend to AMJ to other clients.’

‘Very responsive, clear and succinct advice, collaborative approach to resolve issues.'

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co‘s projects and infrastructure team is well-regarded by clients for its ’practical and commercially viable solutions, tailored to meet the unique needs of a client in complex transactions’. The practice advises the clients on some of the most consequential and cutting-edge projects in the region, including high-value green energy and green hydrogen projects, multi-jurisdictional transactions and asset sales in the mining and natural resources sectors, and restructuring and privatisation of energy companies, as well as the procurement and development of publicly significant renewable energy projects. Mansoor Jamal Malik heads the team and is highlighted by clients for being ‘very experienced and knowledgeable’. Marcus Pery is a key operator in matters requiring transactional expertise, while the ’reasonable and pragmatic’ Ravinder Singh acts in numerous projects across a range of sectors, including energy and mining. Ahmed Al Busaid is also a key member of the team.

'AMJ is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. They accommodate short notice meeting requests and are always value additive in relation to the advice they provide. They also speak with confidence and always give the comfort of delivering advice which is technically accurate and current.’

‘The key people are Mansoor Jamal Malik and Ravinder Singh. These partners tend to work almost interchangeably and are extremely knowledgeable with respect to all matters in the corporate sector in Oman. Mansoor in particular comes across as very experienced and knowledgeable. Both partners are also extremely commercial and client conscious, which result in timeous delivery of advice and responsiveness.’

‘They remain the dominant full service law firm in Oman.’

‘The local legal aspects and its connection with the international firms, and its reasonable cost, which to me would be the advantages of this firm.’

‘Ravinder Singh is reasonable and pragmatic overall.’

‘Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co offers a full range of legal services to multinational corporations. The firm is committed to providing practical and commercially viable solutions, tailored to meet the unique needs of a client in complex transactions.’

‘Mansoor Jamal Malik and Ravinder Singh are experienced counsels, responsive and client-empathetic, understanding the business needs behind legal issues. Their ability to navigate intricate and multifaceted cross-border transactions sets them apart.’

‘We have consistently been impressed by their personalized approach and deep understanding of our business needs provided by AMJ team. They are not only very knowledgeable but also genuinely committed to aiding our success. Whether it's navigating complex legal challenges in the finance sector or providing strategic advice, they are always proactive and solution-focused.'

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co's shipping department represents local and regional clients in various maritime matters, demonstrating notable expertise in mandates pertaining to environmental accidents at sea, maritime insurance disputes, sector transactions, and shipping agreements. Fielding over 38 years' experience in maritime-related matters, Mansoor Jamal Malik co-leads the team with Said Al Busaidy, and is frequently supported by Marcus Pery in high-value matters.

‘I have worked with the Team from AMJ co and find them exceptional. Their turn around time is fantastic and client centric approach makes them excellent lawyers.’

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co has a respected team that advises on all aspects of project financing and development. The department has particular expertise in renewable energy matters, with experience relating to solar and green hydrogen projects. AMJ's lawyers also regularly assist with the development of water treatment plants and projects in the telecommunications sector. The group offers further experience in project-related M&A deals, as well as energy regulatory and tourism mandates.

“What stands out about AMJ is their knowledge of local law and their experience. They are a leading firm.”

“The legal advice is always well considered and delivered in a timely, client-friendly manner. All members of the team are a pleasure to deal with. They are my go-to law firm in Oman.”

Mansoor Jamal Malik is highly regarded by clients and exhibits a remarkably broad practice, encompassing project development and financing as well as M&A. He has a significant presence in renewable energy matters such as those pertaining to green hydrogen and solar parks. He also advises on energy regulatory matters.

“He is very good at being commercial and pragmatic.”

“Mansoor is a real star. He is an outstanding, user-friendly lawyer who is loved by clients.”

“Marcus Pery has considerable experience in banking and finance. As part of a much broader practice, he regularly acts for lenders on project finance mandates.”

“Marcus is able to break down complex issues and provide easy-to-understand and commercially sound legal advice.”

Recently promoted to partner, Ravinder Singh advises on a variety of high-value renewable energy and power production mandates. He is particularly prominent in TMT projects and PPPs.

“Ravinder is a very knowledgeable lawyer who is well established in the market.”

Al Busaidy, Mansoor Jamal & Co (AMJ) is a highly accomplished Muscat-based law firm with a leading disputes practice. Its lawyers are equally well placed to advise on litigation and arbitration, representing a range of domestic and international clients before all levels of the Omani courts, including the Supreme Court, as well as appearing in arbitrations conducted under ICC rules. The firm's major strengths include contract breach cases, employment disputes and debt recovery matters across a wide variety of industries including construction, banking and real estate.

“The firm offered thoughtful advice in response to a challenging and novel situation.”

“AMJ are extremely responsive and commercially minded. The lawyers are very collaborative, with a good understanding of various requirements and demands.”

“They stand out for the depth of knowledge that the lawyers have. They are very welcoming and make us feel very special as clients.”

Mansoor Jamal Malik is a prolific arbitrator and counsel who is widely viewed as one of the leading lights of the Omani market. He regularly acts for multinational clients and government entities in high-stakes disputes. In addition to his practice in Oman, he is also a qualified barrister in England and Wales.

“Mansoor has a very high level of knowledge of all aspects of legal matters.”

“Mansoor has given thoughtful and sensible advice throughout in response to a complex set of facts and novel legal issues.”

Ayman Abdulaziz Ali is a highly experienced lawyer whose litigation practice covers a wide range of areas. He has appeared before all levels of the Omani courts and is particularly eminent with regard to matters of Shari'a law, commercial disputes and civil litigation.

“Dr Ayman is a shrewd lawyer with extensive experience and knowledge of the law, including litigation and arbitration. He has exceptional legal expertise and analytic skills.”

“The firm's dedication to excellence was evident throughout our collaboration. From the meticulous drafting of legal documents to the insightful guidance provided during negotiations, the team consistently demonstrated a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Also, the professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail were truly commendable.”

“Expertise in Islamic banking and finance, ease of communication, turnaround time and available.”

"They are highly professional and have all departments to cater to the need of our company.”

“Highly experienced team and their expertise.”

“AMJ has strong team and provides timely and practical advice. The prospectuses and other deliverables are of top-notch quality. They have good relationships with the regulators.”

“Professionalism, command of the subject, experience, customer service.”

“Thorough knowledge, prompt response, willing to go the extra mile.”

“Professional, they always meet the timeline.”

"AMJ (led by Mansoor Jamal) have a wealth of experience and have acted on all transactions of note in Oman which places them in a great position to advise on transactions. They are very knowledgeable about local law aspects and commercial and practical in advising how to navigate these aspects.”

“Good advice and always available.”

“Extremely knowledgeable and experienced in local law aspects having acted on all major/first of a kind transactions in Oman. Very practical and commercial in providing local law advice.”

“Very good local and regional legal knowledge. Response and delivery times are very good.”

“Generally prompt/responsive; reasonable in terms of fees.”

"The firm is extremely responsive. Proactive and commercial approach.”

“They know the power sector in Oman really well. Their advice is always on point - commercially-minded and accurate.”

“The response time is excellent and the advise received covers all the aspects of the matter under discussion including legal, regulatory and financial implications.”

“Professional advice up to completion of the objectives and availability.”

Ahmed Said Al Busaid

“He is very professional and had good connections for knowledge.”

Armughan Ashfaq

“Armughan is very helpful, accessible and dependable.”

“Professional, committed, subject matter expert.”

“Detail oriented and good in response.”

“Response time and accessibility is very good. Understanding of our industry and the local laws is excellent.”

Mansoor Jamal Malik

“Extremely knowledgeable about the law, has been involved in all material transactions and well connected with the regulators in Oman. Very practical and commercial in giving advice, focused on finding solutions rather than simply stating the law.”

“Given his vast knowledge and experience in the local market, he is extremely precise in terms of advice which is always practical and commercial, which allows us and clients to be very decisive.”

“Extremely responsive. Commercial and balanced advice. Great value for money.”

“Exceptional legal representation, deep understanding of the Banking law and best practices, excellent client service skills.”

“Accurate and helpful advice, concise and useful.”

Zarrar Mir

“Listens to feedback, provides innovative solutions, has great turnaround time and friendly and ease to approach.”

Ardeshir Patel

“He has excellent drafting skills and very good knowledge of International and Oman laws.”

“Great advice and always available.”

Ravinder Singh

“Good client management, quick to respond and deliver.”

"Quite responsive in general.”