May 08 2009 |
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Qatar: Foreign lawyer admitted to Bar
DOHA - A lawyer from the US-based law firm Patton Boggs, Charbel Maakaron, has been admitted to the Qatar Bar.Maakaron has in-depth experience in Middle Eastern commercial laws, with a special focus on Qatari and Lebanese laws. His specialisation in international and commercial law, coupled with practical understanding of local laws, allow him to efficiently advise clients on the legal complexities of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Maakaron uses his extensive experience in commercial and business law to assist clients with corporate structuring, mergers and acquisitions, finance and securities, intellectual property, labour and employment matters.
"Being admitted to the Qatar Bar is a great honour," Maakaron said. "I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside my Qatari colleagues and to contribute to Qatar's vibrant legal community."
Before joining Patton Boggs, Maakaron worked for four years in one of Lebanon's top law firms. There, he was active in the Beirut Bar and handled complex matters related to civil and commercial law.
"Patton Boggs is deeply honoured by the selection of Charbel Maakaron into the prestigious Qatar Bar," said Robert A Hager, managing partner of the firm's Doha office.
The Firm has been active in Qatar since 1993. Its legal team has served as counsel to various Qatari government entities, major Qatari companies and foreign institutions operating or seeking to do business in Qatar.
In 2003, the Emir, H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, invited the firm to open an office in Doha, making it the first US law firm to be licenced to operate in Qatar
Today, Patton Boggs remains the only US-based law firm with lawyers admitted to the Qatar bar, providing a full range of corporate and transactional services, including advice on matters regarding Qatari law, energy, construction projects/equipment finance, hospitality, Islamic finance and dispute resolution.
With a diverse mix of 11 nationalities, including Qatari lawyers in training, the firm not only serves Qatari and foreign entities but also provides pro bono services to local communities.
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