UNCPGA meeting october 18-20 in South Korea
Shaikha Haya bint Rashid Al Khalifa, the member of the Council of Presidents of the United Nations General Assembly (UNCPGA) and former President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), participated in the UNCPGA meeting held from October 18-20 in South Korea
COP28 Advisory Committee Member - Sheikha Haya Rashid Al Khalifa
The COP28 UAE Advisory Committee brings together the climate expertise of thought leaders from countries
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa at Bahrain's 146th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa at Bahrain's 146th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly
Press event programme with H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa's statements and responses about her career
Press event programme with H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa's statements and responses about her career
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa Speech at Bahrain's 146th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly
H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa Speech at Bahrain's 146th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly
UNCPGA Meeting Bahrain , March 2023 Media Interview with UN 61 Session President H.E. Shaikha Haya Rashed Abdulla Al Khalifa
UNCPGA Meeting Bahrain interview with Media
Legal 500 Arbitration Powerlist - Middle East Region
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa selected for inclusion in The Legal 500 Middle East's annual Arbitration Powerlist
UNCPGA Council Meeting Bahrain | 2023
The United Nations General Assembly (UNCPGA) Council of Presidents successfully conducted a meeting by delivering the Bahrain Declaration to the UN General Assembly
Band 1 Ranking Chambers and Partners 2023
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm is widely regarded as having one of the leading disputes practices in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys win a commercial dispute case
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys win a commercial dispute case
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm Wins Top Ranked Middle East Law Firm of the year Awards
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm Wins Top Ranked Middle East Law Firm of the year Awards
The President of the UN General Assembly's 61st session, Shaikha Haya bint Rashed Al Khalifa, attended the Council of Presidents of the UN General Assembly
The President of the UN General Assembly's 61st session, Shaikha Haya bint Rashed Al Khalifa, attended the Council of Presidents of the UN General Assembly
UN Deputy Secretary-General received Shaikha Haya bint Rashid Al Khalifa
The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, received the President of the 61st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Shaikha Haya bint Rashid Al Khalifa
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm on winning at the Chambers Middle East Awards 2022
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm on winning at the Chambers Middle East Awards 2022 Bahrain Lifetime Achievement Award - Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa
Haya rashed al Khalifa law firm presents latest developments and expertise in fin-tech
Haya rashed al Khalifa law firm presents latest developments and expertise in fin-tech.
Paris Arbitration Week, 20-24 Sept, 2021
Paris Arbitration Week, 24 Sept, 2021 Connecting Europe to the Middle East: The Post-Covid dispute resolution era
GAR Connect: Breaking In,
Our Principal, Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa, was a speaker and moderator at a Global Arbitration Review diversity themed event, GAR Connect: Breaking In, "How international arbitration becomes more diverse" which took place on 01 September 2021.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Bureau of Attorney Participation in Bahrain Bourse Investors Guide for 2021
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Bureau of Attorney Participation in Bahrain Bourse Investors Guide for 2021
We are pleased to announce that Mr. Ashley freeman will be joining HRAKLF as Head of Banking and Finance on 1 March 2021.
We are pleased to announce that Mr. Ashley freeman will be joining HRAKLF as Head of Banking and Finance on 1 March 2021.
Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa's speech as President of the 2018 42nd Session of the World Heritage Committee
Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa's speech as President of the 2018 42nd Session
Mena Super 50 Lawyers
Mena Super 50 Lawyers
Bahrain Bourse Investors Guide Sponsorship for the year 2019
Bahrain Bourse Investors Guide Sponsorship for the year 2019
Arbitration Law Firm of the Year - 2018
Arbitration Law Firm of the Year - 2018
Band 1 Ranking Chambers and Partners 2018
What the team is known for A strong leader for its extensive banking and finance experience. Founded by Bahrain's first female ambassador, the firm has established an internationally recognised practice. Also has experience advising many clients on Bahraini M&A.
Engaging Asia Arbitration Summit (22-23 April 2017), New Delhi, India
Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa was a keynote speaker and delegate at the 2017 Engaging Asia Arbitration Summit held in India. The summit brought together Corporate heads and lawyers form participating countries to discuss and engage in a conversation focusing on how arbitrary dispute settlements can fuel Asian economy's growth prospects and set an example for the world. The Summit provided a platform for the international arbitration community to engage with policy makers and share experiences in best practices.
Band 1 Ranking Chambers and Partners 2017
What the team is known for Outstanding reputation in the market and identified for its notable strength in litigation. Assists with many issues related to the regulatory authorities and frequently handles licensing disputes. Maintains an active presence in the telecoms and property sectors.
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa Interview.
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa is a lawyer and diplomat from Bahrain who, amongst other appointments, served as the President of the 61st United Nations General Assembly from 2006-2007 and as Bahrain's first female Ambassador to France from 2001-2004. She currently serves as a Council Member of the American Arbitration Association, as a Member of the Advisory Council of the International Mediation Institute, and as a Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the AAA-Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution....
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa wins a historic decision on financial derivatives with the largest monetary award in GCC history.
In a historic decision, Bahrain's fifth supreme civil Appeals court upholds an order by the High Civil court for Maan Al Sanea to pay Awal Bank more than $ 750 million dollars.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa wins a complex dispute resolution case
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa wins a landlord and tenant dispute case on 22 Dec 2016. The Rent dispute resolution case was brought against our client to claim for outstanding rent payments.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa wins a momentous case on financial derivatives with the largest judgment award in the history of Bahrain
On 28 April 2015, the 5th High Civil Court of Bahrain issued its judgment in a case which has been dubbed as ‘One of the biggest and most profound banking cases’ in the history of the Bahraini judiciary. The court adjudicated upon several financial derivative transactions and ruled in favour of the plaintiff (a bank under administration) thereby ordering the first defendant (a leading businessman) to pay up to BHD 291,000,000 (US$777,000,000) to the plaintiff.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys advises RA Holding Corp. and the other sellers in the US$365,000,000 sale of their half-ownership stake in Lusail Golf Development
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys acted as Bahraini legal counsel to RA Holding Corp. and other sellers in the sale of their half-ownership stake in Lusail Golf Development to their joint venture partner Barwa Real Estate Company Q.S.C.
IFLR1000(2015)
IFLR1000(2015)
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Bahrain Steel in a US$340,000,000 syndicated loan refinancing
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advised Bahrain Steel (previously known as Gulf Industrial Investment Company) on a $340 million syndicated loan facility that comprises of a seven-year $300m amortising term loan and a seven-year $40m revolving credit facility whose funds will be utilised to repay existing debts and for general corporate purposes.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises NPS in a US$500,000,000 Share Sale
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys has acted as Bahraini legal counsel to the National Petroleum Services in a US$500M share sale to a consortium of investors led by Fajr Capital Ltd. The deal sees sovereign-backed investment firm Fajr Capital and a series of other investors acquiring a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based oilfield services company in NPS.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Fjord Capital on investment into dross processors TAHA International Corporation.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advised private equity firm Fjord Capital Partners on their investment into TAHA International Corporation, a global supplier to the aluminium industry.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys Win a BCDR Verdict for Barwa International in a US$16Million plus Lawsuit
On 14 April 2013, Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys won at the Bahrain Chamber of Dispute Resolution (the BCDR), a US$16,000,000 plus lawsuit on behalf of its client, Barwa International (Barwa), a wholly owned subsidiary of Barwa Real Estate Company QSC.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Nord Anglia on a USD290,000,000 Refinancing
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys have advised the Nord Anglia Group in a refinancing that comprised of an issuance of USD 165,000,000, 10.25%, senior secured notes due 2017 and a bridge loan facility of USD 125,000,000.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises BNP Paribas on a USD 40,000,000 senior secured facility
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys have acted as Bahraini legal counsel to BNP Paribas in a project financing (Galoc Field) that comprised of a USD 40,000,000 senior secured facility to, inter alia, Otto Energy Limited, Forum Energy and FEPC.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys advises Julius Baer Group in its successful entry into Bahrain
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys acted as Bahraini legal counsel to the Julius Baer Group in its successful licensing application before the Central Bank of Bahrain, Bahrain’s financial regulator
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Al Baraka Islamic Bank on a US$200,000,000 Sukuk Al Wakala issuance due 2015
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advised Al Baraka Islamic Bank on the launch of a unique and pioneering Bahraini law governed US$200million Al Baraka Sukuk Al Wakala Trust Certificates for prospective investors with a 6% return on investments after every 18 months.
Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa is voted the Best Lawyer in Bahrain and Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm is voted for the second year running as the Best Banking & Finance Firm in Bahrain in the 2013 World Finance Legal Awards
Now in its sixth year, the World Finance Legal Awards have become the global benchmark for the industry. Celebrating the best firms and individuals working within the sector
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Bank Al Khair in the successful sale of its stake in Gulf Strategic Partners WLL, valued at US$2,900,000
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advised Bank Al Khair in the successful sale of its stake in Gulf Strategic Partners WLL
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa wins a US$1,700,000 civil suit against Majid Al Refai and Falah Al Falah for Bank Al Khair
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa represented Bank Al Khair in a civil suit for corporate malfeasance against Falah Nasser Hamad Al Falah, a former employee of the bank, and its former chief executive Majid Al-Refai.
( Part 1)تسوية المنازعات في مجتمع قانوني مختلط
بفضل تطور وسائل الاتصال وتقدم التكنولوجيا أصبح التقريب ومحاولة فهم الآخر والقبول بالاختلاف معه والتعايش مع هذه الاختلافات مسألة ضرورية باعتبار أنها حقيقة لابد من إيجاد وسائل لفهمها وكيفية تطبيقها وهذا ينطبق بطبيعة الحال على المجتمع القانوني إذ أن الغاية من محاولة فهم الوقائع وكذلك حسن تفسير وفهم النصوص وتطبيقها على الوقائع المعروضة يؤدي في النهاية إلى تحقيق العدالة .
RESOLVING DISPUTES IN A SOCIETY WITH MIXED LEGAL TRADITIONS Author: Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Bahrain
The dynamic pace of the development in technology and communication has created the necessity to understand the variation of cultures, accept the differences and to adapt to accommodate them, this reality, naturally applies to the legal community.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company B.S.C. (c) in a 20 year RM3,000,000,000 medium-term Sukuk Programme Issuance
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys have advised Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company B.S.C. (c) in the issuance of RM3,000,000,000 medium-term sukuk programme in Malaysia.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys advises OAO Sberbank in the successful acquisition of Denizbank AS, valued at US$3.53 Billion
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys acted as Bahraini legal counsel to OAO Sberbank (SBER) of Russia, Russia’s largest Bank and the biggest lender in Eastern Europe, in the acquisition Turkish Denizbank AS (DENIZ) from Belgium’s Dexia SA for 6.47 billion liras ($3.53 billion).
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises Nord Anglia on a USD325,000,000 Refinancing
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys have advised the Nord Anglia Group in a refinancing that comprised of an issuance of USD 325,000,000 senior secured notes due 2017 and a revolving credit facility of USD 20,000,000.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa is voted the Best Banking & Finance Firm in Bahrain in the 2012 World Finance Legal Awards
On 6 January 2012, the World Finance announced the winners of the magazine's Legal Awards 2012. These prestigious legal awards, celebrating the best of legal firms and lawyers from around the globe, is always studied and revered by the industry.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises NBK Capital in the successful sale of its stake in Hanco, Saudia Arabia, valued at US$140,000,000
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advised NBK Capital in the successful sale of its stake in Hanco, a fleet leasing and rental company in Saudi Arabia,
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa advises the Central Bank of Bahrain on the launch of a new Form CIU (A) and Form CIU(R)
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa advises the Central Bank of Bahrain on the launch of a new Form CIU (A) and Form CIU(R) working checklist for the application for authorisation and registration of Collective Investment Undertakings (‘CIU’) in Bahrain.
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on USD 50,000,000 Bilateral Term Facility
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on USD 50,000,000 Bilateral Term Facility
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on USD 20,000,000 Islamic financing
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on USD 20,000,000 Islamic financing
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on the launch of Bank Al Khair
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises on the launch of Bank Al Khair
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises a renowned international hotel franchise on the provision of its international management and technical services in Bahrain
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa, led by Corporate Finance Partner Ronald Langat and assisted by Corporate Finance associate, Dana Alsindi, advised a renowned international hotel franchise
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa advises the Liquidity Management Centre in relation to a US$106,000,000 Bahrain Property Musharaka Trust initiated by Eskan Bank
Haya Rashed Al-Khalifa, led by Corporate Finance Partner Ronald Langat and assisted by Corporate Finance associates Dana Alsindi and Saad Aldoseri, advised the Liquidity Management Centre in relation to a US$106,000,000
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa is appointed as Bahraini legal counsel to Charles Russell
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa is appointed as Bahraini legal counsel to Charles Russell in their capacity as External Administrator of Awal Bank, Manama, Bahrain
US$90 Million Modaraba Venture Capital project
Bahrain-based leading Islamic Bank launched its $90 million Modaraba (venture capital) that will invest in Shari\'a-compliant real estate developments in Turkey.
US$1.3 Billion world-class fully integrated waterfront development Project
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to have acted as legal advisors to the US$1.3 billion Project Launched by the prime development Company in Bahrain since July 2004.
$450 Million First Residential development Project in Bahrain Financial Harbor
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to have acted as legal advisors to the US$450 million First residential Project in Bahrain Financial Harbor.
US$2 Billion Bahrain Government wholly owned Holding Company B.S.C. (c)
Bahrain Government wholly owned Holding Company B.S.C. (c) was incorporated by the government of the Kingdom of Bahrain to own the government\'s shares in wholly and partly owned government companies in Bahrain and other companies abroad.
US$663 Million First Leisure and shopping destination Project in Bahrain
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to act as the legal advisors to the UAE Tycoon US$663 million Leisure and shopping destination Project.
US$1.3 Billion Bahrain Financial Harbour Project
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to have acted as legal advisors to the US$1.3 billion Bahrain Financial Harbour Project since July 2004.
US$450 Million Villamar at the Harbour Project
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to have acted as legal advisors to the US$450 million Villamar at the Harbour Project.
US$90 Million Shamil Bosphorous Modaraba
Bahrain-based Shamil Bank launched its $90 million Shamil Bosphorus Modaraba (venture capital) that will invest in Shari'a-compliant real estate developments in Turkey.
US$663 Million Bahrain City Centre Project
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Attorneys at Law & Legal Consultants is proud to act as the legal advisors to Majid Al Futtaim's US$663 million Bahrain City Centre Project.
The Islamic Investments Company part of the Saudi pioneer group of Islamic Investments Shari\'ah compliant Private Equity Fund
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm acted on behalf of one of the group\'s subsidiaries For Investment Funds Ltd in the creation of the $100 million Private Equity Fund (the \'Fund\'). The Fund currently has a total of $1.5 billion under its management.
Gulf Finance House, Kuwait Finance & Investment Company, Qatar Islamic Bank Partner for US$600 million Islamic GCC Equity Fund
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm acted as lead legal advisor to leading regional financial institutions, Gulf Finance House B.S.C. (GFH), Kuwait Finance and Investment Company (KFIC) and Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB)
Vakif Bank, Venture Capital Bank and Reef obtain BMA Licences
The Bahrain Monetary Agency (BMA) announced today that it has granted two new licences for banks and another to a financing company.
Legal Advisors to the prime Park Project
Work on Bahrain\'s BD9.1 million ($24.1 million) multi-purpose theme park began recently. The park is part of the second phase to revive the Adhari area, which hosts one of Bahrain\'s most renowned landmarks - Ain Adhari.
Local Legal Advisors to the prime development Company - US$100-170 million Sukuk
Haya Rashed Al Khalifa Law Firm is proud to announce that it acted as legal advisors to the Bahrain Prime developer Holding Company B.S.C (c) in relation to the US$100-170 million Shariah compliant Sukuk offering (the "Sukuk").