Best Practice in M&A: A Comparative Analysis of International and Omani Practices

The event brought together distinguished professionals from Lex Mundi’s premier GCC member firms—Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners (Qatar), Afridi & Angell (UAE), Hassan Radhi & Associates (Bahrain), and Al-Sharif Law (Saudi Arabia)—alongside SASLO’s own experts for an insightful panel discussion that examined:

✅ Key similarities and differences in M&A practices across jurisdictions
✅ Emerging trends in regional transaction structures
✅ Regulatory considerations in cross-border deals
✅ Practical insights from recent market developments

The seminar featured Eric R. Staal, Vice President, Global Markets at Lex Mundi, who shared valuable perspectives on cross-border best practices and strategies for fostering cultural synergies in international transactions. SASLO’s Head of Corporate, Jeremy Pooley, provided a detailed analysis of risk allocation frameworks in private M&A deals.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs for their valued partnership, and to our esteemed panelists from leading GCC law firms for sharing their expertise and practical experience.

These collaborative, knowledge-sharing initiatives play a vital role in strengthening our regional legal ecosystem and enhancing our collective ability to support clients navigating complex M&A transactions.

Thank you to all attendees for your active participation and thought-provoking contributions. Together, we continue to advance legal excellence in the Sultanate of Oman.