SHC Lawyers

Formerly known as Shah Hussain & Co, SHC Lawyers advises clients on corporate and commercial matters. Banking and finance, hospitality and real estate are among the firm’s key practice areas. Shuaib Shah is a key contact of the firm. His practice covers the structuring and implementation of banking and project finance transactions related to infrastructure development, telecommunications, aviation and the resort industry. Moosa Alim joined the firm as litigation partner in October 2019.

General business law

Work highlights

Acted for Maldives Islamic Bank on its listing on the Maldives Stock Exchange (MSE). This was the second bank to go public in Maldives, and the second issuance after new listing rules were published.

Acted for HSBC, DBS Bank, and Maybank on a loan facility to the Pontiac Group in respect of the Rah Falhu Huraa Resort development project.

Acted for Chip Eng Seng Corporation (Singapore) on its acquisition of Samarafushi Lagoon for the construction, development and operation of a resort in Maldives.

Key clients

Aareal Bank, Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts Group, CIMB Thai Bank, Hyatt Group

Client feedback

“Opinions provided by the firm are very constructive and timely.” – Aviation

“Professional and knowledgeable. The team did its research well and was also responsive with a quick turnaround time. When handling critical situations it was able to find effective solutions. The firm has a strong network in Maldives with stakeholders.” – Banking and finance

“Strong commercial knowledge and the ability to propose practical solutions to undertake business activities in a jurisdiction that is relatively unfamiliar to structured finance.” – Capital markets

“The firm is a clear expert in its field, with a solid understanding of both the law and the commercial realities in any transaction. It responds quickly and is always available.” – Corporate and M&A

“Profound knowledge of the marketplace in terms of running law, legal processes and the related administration. The firm are good listeners and strategists.” – Labour and employment

“The friendly and diligent team has shown knowledge on corporate and commercial matters.” – Private client

Juna Ahmed

“Provides practical solutions to work within an existing legal framework to setup a new type of investment vehicle. Very well-versed in local commercial law and capital markets.”

“Professional and knowledgeable. Grasps the complexity of the issue and finds workable solutions. A great networker with excellent communication skills. Responsive and supportive.”

Aishath Haifa

“Her smooth communication skills allows her to maintain a good relationship with clients and on top of that her quality of work is also excellent.”

“She is knowledgeable and experienced in the field. Our queries are attended to our expectations.”

Shuaib Shah

“He is a good listener who analyses and proposes the right strategies.”

“A first class lawyer who balances legal acumen with commercial pragmatism.”