Shahab Al Bulushi
Shahab serves as the Managing Partner and CEO of A&CO Law, acting as the firm’s chief strategist and principal authority on all business and operational matters. Since playing a foundational role in the establishment of A&CO Law, he has been the driving force behind its evolution into a leading multidisciplinary practice. He holds an LLB from the University of Liverpool, providing him with a robust international academic foundation that informs his local expertise.
In his CEO capacity, Shahab holds the ultimate strategic responsibility for the firm's trajectory. He is responsible for the design and implementation of wide-firm policies, ensuring that the firm's internal operations remain fluid, efficient, and aligned with global best practices. His leadership is defined by a rigorous approach to business development, training, and the ongoing professional training of the firm's legal and administrative staff. By establishing and overseeing the execution of yearly and quarterly strategic plans, Shahab ensures that all departments—from Corporate to ADR—operate with a unified vision of excellence.
In addition to his executive duties, Shahab leads the Corporate and Contracts Departments. He specializes in navigating the legal complexities of high-value commercial projects, offering "optimal solutions" that balance legal protection with commercial viability. His advisory work spans an impressive array of sophisticated sectors, including Construction (FIDIC and design-build), Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy (Green Hydrogen and Solar), and Emerging Technologies (Cryptocurrency and IT solutions). His portfolio also encompasses Land Development, Agricultural investment, and the F&B industry.
Beyond corporate advisory, Shahab is a key figure within the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) department, where he manages complex settlement, mediation and arbitration cases. His background is deeply rooted in international advocacy; prior to his career in Oman, he served as a legal interpreter at the University of Liverpool Law Clinic, where he collaborated with UK-qualified advisors on the European Lawyers in Lesvos project.
Shahab is also a published author in Intellectual Property law, recognized in the University of Liverpool Law Review (Vol. 5) for his article on the intersection of originality and infringement in the digital age. This blend of academic rigor, executive leadership, and diverse sectoral experience allows him to manage the firm’s partners and projects with unparalleled strategic depth.