Zeenat Al Mansoori is the Managing Partner of Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates and one of Bahrain’s most respected legal practitioners. A licensed attorney admitted before all courts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including the Cassation and Constitutional Courts, she brings over 35 years of experience in litigation, arbitration, and cross-border advisory.

Zeenat holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours from Beirut Arab University. She is widely recognised for her analytical acuity, clarity of judgment, and ability to navigate complex legal disputes across industries with a solutions-oriented approach. Her work has earned her consistent recognition in Chambers and Partners as an Eminent Practitioner, in Legal 500’s Arbitration Powerlist, and as a Thomson Reuters “Stand-Out Lawyer.”

Zeenat has handled hundreds of high-value commercial and financial disputes, both domestic and international. She acts as counsel in complex matters, and is frequently appointed as arbitrator, including sole, co-, and presiding arbitrator, and as expert witness before courts and tribunals in Bahrain and abroad (e.g., UK, USA, Canada, France, Turkey, New Zealand, Singapore, BVI). Her dispute resolution work spans proceedings under the ICC, BCDR, DIAC, GCC CAC, and ad hoc rules.

Her sectoral experience covers joint ventures and shareholder agreements, infrastructure and construction, investment banking, maritime, real estate, financial services, insurance, private wealth, succession and inheritance.

In addition to her client-facing work, Zeenat contributes to the legal community as a speaker, lecturer, and advisor. She teaches at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) and the Judicial and Legal Studies Institute (JLSI) and is frequently invited to present at leading regional and global conferences.

Professional Appointments & Roles:

• Licensed Attorney, Kingdom of Bahrain (Cassation and Constitutional Courts)
• Member (MCIArb), Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
• Practiced Arbitrator, ICC International Court of Arbitration, GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre, Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution
• Member, International Bar Association
• Member, Bahrain Bar Society
• Committee Member, Judicial Committee for Disciplinary Action Against Attorneys (2020–2024)
• Committee Member, Judicial Committee for Legal Aid (2007–2009)
• Committee Member, Committee for Petition and Reconsideration of Tenders (2005–2009)
• Board Member, National Committee of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Bahrain (2014–2018)
• Founding Member & First President, Bahrain Consumer Protection Society (2001–2006)
• Non-Executive & Independent Board Member, ASMAK B.S.C. (c)
• Validation Panel Member, Royal University for Women, LLB Program (appointed 2018 by the Education & Training Quality Authority)

Amel Al Aseeri is a Partner at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates, where she leads the Corporate, Commercial & Finance Practice with a reputation for strategic insight and disarmingly quiet confidence. A Licensed Attorney admitted before all courts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including the Cassation Court and the Constitutional Court, Amel brings over 20 years of legal experience advising on high-stakes disputes and cross-border transactions.

She is widely regarded for her dual expertise, combining the steady hand of a litigator with the precision of a transactional advisor. Her litigation and dispute resolution practice spans construction and real estate, corporate and shareholder disputes, insurance, banking and financial services, agency and distributorships, and IP matters. She regularly appears before national courts and the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR), and serves as arbitrator and expert witness in complex domestic and international cases.

In parallel, Amel advises on a wide spectrum of corporate and commercial transactions, including joint ventures, M&A, project finance, investment structures, and regulatory compliance. Her clients include national and multinational corporates across real estate, energy, construction, finance, retail, hospitality, and manufacturing. She is also recognised for her focus on dispute prevention, guiding clients toward sustainable legal solutions that reduce long-term exposure.

Amel holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours from Newcastle University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (LPC) from the University of Law, London. She was awarded a Fellowship in the United Nations Public and Private International Law Program in 2008.

A Fellow (FCIArb) of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, she is frequently appointed as arbitrator and expert witness in ad hoc and institutional arbitrations, including those under the ICC, GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre, and BCDR.

Her standing in the legal field is affirmed by leading legal directories:

• Chambers Global recognises her as a Top Tier Lawyer in Corporate & Finance and Dispute Resolution
• Legal 500 recommends her for Corporate, Commercial & M&A work
• IFLR1000 consistently ranks her among the top practitioners in Bahrain

Professional Activities & Appointments

• Court Member, ICC International Court of Arbitration (2024–2027)
• Member, ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR
• Board Member, ICC Bahrain National Committee
• Chair, Lawyers’ Committee, ICC Bahrain
• Officer, Arab Regional Forum, International Bar Association (IBA)
• Former ICC YAF Representative, Middle East and Africa (2019–2021), the first Bahrain representative
• Member, Bahrain Bar Society
• Member, Pro-Bono Lawyers Network Bahrain — actively supporting NGOs and charitable initiatives

Batool Al Safar is a Senior Associate at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates and one of the firm’s longest-serving legal professionals, having joined in 1990. With over three decades of continuous practice, Batool brings an unparalleled depth of institutional knowledge, long-standing client trust, and seasoned legal judgment to her work.

She is a Licensed Attorney admitted to practice before all courts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including the Cassation Court and the Constitutional Court. Over the years, Batool has cultivated a strong reputation for her commitment to precision, diligent case preparation, and discretion in handling sensitive client matters.

Her practice spans civil and commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and advisory across various legal issues. Clients turn to her for strategic insight, clear legal solutions, and the steady experience that comes from a lifetime of dedicated practice.

Batool’s legacy within the firm reflects not only her legal capability but her deep alignment with the values of the practice: integrity, long-term partnership, and service excellence.

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, Applied Science University, Bahrain

Hussain Al Shoulla is a Senior Associate at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates with more than 25 years of legal experience, including over a decade in senior advisory roles within the public sector. He is a Licensed Attorney admitted before all courts in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including the Cassation Court and the Constitutional Court, and is highly regarded for his ability to deliver strategic, real-world legal solutions across both contentious and advisory matters.

Before joining the firm in 2016, Hussain spent 12 years at the Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission, where he advised on complex legal and regulatory matters and represented government and quasi-government entities. This public-sector foundation shaped his ability to assess legal risk early, identify pragmatic paths forward, and offer preventative legal strategies that avoid unnecessary litigation.

Hussain’s current practice focuses on complex disputes and high-value litigation across construction and real estate development, Islamic and conventional finance, insurance, intellectual property, and corporate and shareholder matters. He also represents clients in international commercial arbitration proceedings, including cases governed by leading arbitral institutions.

Clients value his calm, methodical approach, as well as his clarity in communication, particularly in high-pressure or contentious situations.

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, University of Kuwait

Noor Sadiq is a Senior Associate at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates and heads the firm’s Real Estate Practice. A Licensed Attorney in the Kingdom of Bahrain, she joined the firm in 2015 and is widely recognized for her in-depth experience in real estate transactions, development, and disputes, as well as a growing specialization in banking and finance law.

Noor has played a pivotal role in some of Bahrain’s most significant and strategic property deals, offering legal guidance on acquisitions, project structuring, joint ventures, and financing arrangements. She represents developers, investment entities, banks, and institutional clients across high-stakes real estate and construction disputes and is known for her strong commercial awareness and meticulous negotiation style.

She is currently on secondment with Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group, leading the legal team of their Real Estate Division. This hands-on commercial role deepens her understanding of market dynamics across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, and further enhances her client-first approach.

Beyond real estate, Noor advises on conventional and Islamic finance transactions, including syndicated loans, Islamic structures, and security instruments. She regularly supports clients in major lending and project finance transactions, particularly in the government, infrastructure, and private development sectors.

She is also a Fellow (FCIArb) of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and actively represents clients in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, including those governed by institutional and ad hoc rules.

Professional Activities

• Fellow (FCIArb), Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
• National Representative, IBA Young Lawyers Committee
• Member, ICC Bahrain National Committee
• Former Regional Representative – Middle East, ICC YAAF (2021–2024)

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, University of Bahrain

Maryam AlHashemi is an Associate at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates with a distinctive cross-jurisdictional legal background. She is dual-qualified as a Licensed Attorney in the Kingdom of Bahrain and a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales. This duality enhances her ability to advise clients on complex matters at the intersection of civil law and common law frameworks.

Maryam joined the firm in 2024, following her experience at Al Doseri Law, where she advised local and international clients in sectors including aviation, banking and finance, oil & gas, retail, and telecommunications.

Her practice spans both advisory and contentious work. She supports clients in cross-border transactions, regulatory compliance, corporate structuring, and dispute resolution, often working closely with executive teams to deliver tailored, commercially grounded solutions. Maryam also has experience representing clients in litigation and international arbitration proceedings, and has served as tribunal secretary in complex arbitration cases.

Maryam is known for her responsive communication style, attention to detail, and ability to bridge legal understanding across different jurisdictions.

Professional Activities

• Member, Bahrain Bar Society
• Member, Law Society of England and Wales
• Member, ICC Bahrain National Committee
• Selected by the Ministry of Youth as Bahrain’s Ambassador to the Ship for World Youth (SWY) program in Japan (2022)

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, University of Surrey, UK
• Successfully completed the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)

Zuhair Merza is a licensed Attorney in Bahrain with a decade of experience in criminal, commercial and administrative law. He joined the Firm in 2024 and focuses his practice on litigation, investigations, and enforcement proceedings. A qualified private executor through the Judicial and Legal Studies Institute (JLSI), He advises on complex enforcement, with a particular strength in emergency and interim measures.

In addition, Zuhair is developing a niche practice in sports law and dispute resolution.

Zuhair is an active member of Toastmasters International and has received multiple awards for public speaking and this is reflected in his advocacy skills.

Education
Zuhair obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with honours from Applied Science University Bahrain.

Reem Sharaf is a Junior Associate at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates, where she brings a multifaceted practice that spans corporate, commercial, employment, and intellectual property law. She joined the firm in 2024, and is a Licensed Attorney in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Reem advises clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations on corporate structuring, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, M&A transactions, and regulatory compliance. She works across diverse industries including financial services, retail, entertainment, manufacturing, energy, education, and healthcare.

She is particularly active in employment law, providing legal counsel on employment contracts, workplace policies, investigations, terminations, cross-border transactions, and restructuring projects. Clients appreciate her clear, actionable advice in navigating both employer and employee rights under Bahraini law.

Reem has also developed a strong focus on intellectual property and data protection, advising on the registration, licensing, and enforcement of trademarks, copyrights, patents, and commercial secrets. She regularly counsels clients on IP commercialization, privacy law, and compliance with evolving regulations in the GCC.

Alongside her advisory work, Reem is actively building her dispute resolution portfolio, representing clients in court proceedings and arbitration.

She is also a part-time lecturer in Commercial Law at the University of Bahrain, where she shares her legal knowledge with future practitioners.

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, Royal University for Women, Bahrain
• Master of Laws (LLM) in International Business Law, with Distinction, University of Leeds, UK
• Professional Legal Practice Certificate (PLPC), Judicial and Legal Studies Institute (JLSI)

Abdulrahman AlMashaur is a Trainee at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates, currently rotating across the firm’s core practice areas to gain hands-on experience in litigation, arbitration, corporate advisory, and regulatory compliance.

Since joining the firm in 2024, Abdulrahman has demonstrated a strong work ethic, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach to learning. He is being mentored by senior lawyers and actively contributes to legal research, drafting, and client support across a broad spectrum of matters.

He is particularly interested in dispute resolution and corporate law, and is committed to developing a well-rounded legal foundation under the firm’s rigorous training program.

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours, University of Salford, UK

Fatima Saif is the Senior Paralegal at Zeenat Al Mansoori & Associates and leads the firm’s enforcement and execution team. She joined the firm in 2012 and brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in enforcement proceedings before the Bahraini courts.

Fatima works closely with the firm’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice, managing the full spectrum of enforcement, from filing applications to securing and executing attachment orders, seizures, and evictions. She plays a key role in converting judgments, arbitral awards, and interim measures into real-world recoveries, often navigating complex enforcement scenarios with efficiency and precision.

She is a Qualified Private Executor, having completed the Training Program for the Preparation and Qualification of Private Enforcement Agents at the Judicial and Legal Studies Institute (JLSI). In this capacity, Fatima is authorized to carry out execution measures directly, including public auctions, property deliveries, evictions, and distribution of proceeds.

Her experience spans recoveries against real estate, company shares, equipment, inventories, third-party contracts, and leasehold interests, making her one of the most experienced and reliable enforcement professionals in the country.

Education & Qualifications

• Private Executor Certification, Judicial and Legal Studies Institute (JLSI)
• Over 15 years of experience in enforcement law and execution procedures