Welcome to SAS - Your Trusted Legal Partner

Real Solutions
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Our ability to deeply understand our clients' needs. By closely collaborating with them, we are able to anticipate their needs and provide expert guidance on the processes involved in every stage of their case, including potential risks and rewards associated with each approach. Drawing on our wealth of experience, we deliver exceptional service that is tailored to the unique legal needs of each client.

Innovative Brilliance

We are passionate about raising the bar for legal services in Bahrain. Our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional and timely legal solutions has propelled us to the forefront of the legal profession in Bahrain. Our clients are our biggest advocates, with the majority of them referring us to others based on their satisfaction with our services. We take great pride in our extensive experience in Bahrain, which is reflected in our outstanding track record of achieving favorable results for our clients.

Beyond Results
Our belief is that our role goes beyond simply achieving results. Our philosophy is centered around serving our clients with the utmost commitment and passion, leveraging our wealth of experience to deliver exceptional legal solutions. Our unwavering mission is to empower you with the knowledge you need and to fight tirelessly on your behalf until you obtain the justice you deserve. We stand firmly behind our clients and continually strive to expand our horizons so that we can better serve you.

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Our Practice Areas

At our firm, we are fully committed to providing our clients with a comprehensive range of professional legal services. Our offerings include Commercial Corporate, Banking & Finance, Restructuring & Bankruptcy, Arbitration, Mediation, Foreign Investment Advisory, Business Support, Incorporation of Companies, Bankruptcy Support, Notarization, and Translation. Our attorneys have garnered extensive legal expertise in their respective areas of practice, ensuring that you are in capable hands for your case. We take great pride in our ability to deliver exceptional results and look forward to the opportunity to assist you with your legal needs.

Business Law

Be aware of new developments, as laws and rules often change based on the situation.

Construction Law

Never judge, just listen and advise. Even if your client has made a bad decision in the case.

Car Accident

Being untruthful will get you nowhere and give you a reputation of the dishonesty in law.

Wrongful Death

Keep yourself up-to-date on your area of law. Be aware of new justice, as laws and rules.

Family Law

You may find yourself unable to work or complete work-related responsibilities safely.

Criminal Law

Our attorneys are fully committed to providing you with the support and attention that you deserve.

SAS Group: A Legacy of Legal Excellence

^{Founded in 1975, the SAS Group has been a prominent fixture in Bahrain's legal landscape for over four decades. Our founder, Salman Sahwan, was a distinguished lawyer who envisioned a law firm that would deliver exceptional legal services to clients in the region. Over the years, we have grown to become a well-established and highly respected law firm, known for our unwavering commitment to excellence and professionalism. We take great pride in our rich heritage and strive to uphold our founder's legacy by continuing to provide exceptional legal services to our clients.
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Our journey has been filled with significant milestones, which we are proud to share:}

1977 – Collaborative Efforts

SAS collaborated with other lawyers to found the Bahrain Bar Society, contributing to the development of the legal profession in the region.

Our firm's legal expertise was recognized as our founder, Salman Sahwan, was elected Deputy President of the Bahrain Bar Society.

1990 – A New Home

In pursuit of providing a more convenient location for our clients, our headquarters were relocated to Diplomat Tower, the heart of Bahrain's business capital.

1997 – A Leadership Role

Our firm's legal expertise was recognized as our founder, Salman Sahwan, was elected Deputy President of the Bahrain Bar Society.

2001 – Pioneering Spirit

Our firm played a significant role in the development of commercial companies law in Bahrain, contributing to the drafting of critical legislation.

2007 – A Positive Shift

The prejudices against lawyers began to fall away, and the legal profession began to gain respect and power in the region.

2009 – Passing the Torch

After the untimely demise of our founder, Salman Sahwan, attorney Abdulla Sahwan took on the role of managing the firm and continuing his father's legacy.

2012 – Modernization

We adapted to cloud-based infrastructure and modernized our operations, business, and expansion strategy to remain competitive in the evolving global markets.

2014 – GCC Network Association

SAS established a GCC network association with reputable law firms in the Middle East, including Abdul Hameed Alsarraf Law Firm in Kuwait and The Firm in Dubai, based on reciprocal cooperation for the benefit of our clients.

2018 – Expansion and Growth

As part of our ongoing expansion strategy, we relocated our headquarters to Wind Tower, expanding our reach and services in the region.

2019 – International Recognition

SAS was recognized as a certified GCC international arbitrator, consistent with five members registered that year.

2020 – GCC Network Expansion

Our network expanded to Saudi Arabia and Oman, and we achieved a significant victory for our client in Oman with the help of local lawyers.

2020 – Notary of Bahrain

We became one of the first two private notarization services to obtain the official notary of Bahrain seal, solidifying our commitment to providing exceptional legal services to our clients.

2022 – UK Expansion

We expanded our law firm to the UK, opening our first branch in Europe and forming strategic partnerships with legal service providers to serve our clients better.

We Are Specialised
And Experienced

Keep yourself up-to-date on your area of law. Be aware of new developments, as laws and rules often change based on the situation and new cases are being decided every day.

Commercial Property

Corporate Adisory

Incorporation of Companies

Banking and Finance

Mergers and Acquisitions

Employment Matters

Risk Management

Real Estate and Construction

Joint Property & Homeowners Association

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Client Opinions & Reviews

Sahwan Law is the epitome of professionalism. Their strategy is always long-sighted and tailored to achieve the desired outcome. Their thorough risk assessments and precision in providing legal opinions make them a dependable choice for any legal matter.

Natasha

Private Employee

Hannah Butler

Business Sector

As a client of Sahwan Law, I have been thoroughly impressed by their progressive approach to law and integration of technology. They leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of achieving the intended goal for their clients.

I have found Sahwan Law to be relentless in protecting their clients' interests. Their dedication to their clients is unmatched in the region.

Phillip Arnold

Athlete

Joshua Warren

Private Engineer

I have had the pleasure of working with Sahwan Law on several occasions and can confidently say they hold themselves to the highest ethical standards. Their quality of work is unparalleled.

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Understanding the Recent Changes in Social Insurance Contributions in Bahrain

Bahrain has made significant changes to its Social Insurance Law, affecting both Bahraini and expatriate employees and employers. The total social insurance contribution for a Bahraini employee is now 21%, with the employer paying 14% and the employee contributing 7%. For expatriate employees, the total is 4%, with the employer paying 3% and the employee contributing 1%. Employer contributions will gradually increase by 1% each year until it reaches 20% in 2028. Employers must comply with their legal obligations, including registering employees, providing accurate records of salaries and contributions, withholding and remitting employee contributions, and notifying the organization of changes in employee status. Non-compliance can result in penalties. It is important for companies to familiarize themselves with the changes to ensure the well-being and financial security of their employees.

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Hiring the right people is essential for growing a business. As companies expand, the need for employees from abroad becomes crucial to meet the need of local talent shortages. However, there are complexities to bring in expats who are living abroad, which can be a daunting task for many business owners. In this blog, we will delve into the mechanism for bringing in expat employees from abroad and guide you through the process step by step.