Zu'bi & Partners Attorneys & Legal Consultants

With a history going back to 1921, Zu’bi & Partners Attorneys & Legal Consultants is Bahrain’s oldest established law firm. The firm has offices in Manama and Dubai. 

Focusses / specialisms 

The firm is one of the leaders in Bahrain and is particularly active in banking and finance. It has a long track record of advising on a broad range of conventional and Islamic finance transactions and has strong capabilities in developing innovative Shari’ah-compliant techniques. 

The firm also has a strong presence in debt capital markets, where it frequently acts on large issuances for public and private sector clients. 

In M&A the firm is known for working on complex restructurings and acquisitions for both domestic and international clients. 

Key clients 

Chevron International Pte, Standard Chartered Bank, Bahrain Ministry of Finance and National Economy, The Oil and Gas Holding Company, Bahrain Bourse, Zain Bahrain and Batelco Group 

 
Research period review: 33rd edition (2023/2024) 

During the research period the firm was active in banking and debt capital markets.  

In banking the team represented lenders connected with banking and financial services sectors on financing transactions. 

Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2023/2024) 

Central Bank of Bahrain and Ministry of Finance and National Economy $350 million sukuk