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Hotels & Leisure

As a government entity, owner, investor, lender or operator in the hotels and leisure sector, you encounter complex business issues that require expert solutions. In addition to managing real estate assets, your issues may include corporate, tax, financing, construction, environment, litigation and employment matters, often across borders. CMS Oman is at the forefront of this ground-breaking sector in the Middle East region.

CMS lawyers lead strategically in the sector, having completed more deals than any other law firm and being top ranked by all legal directories. We can advise you on structuring, financing, development & construction, leases, management, real estate, usufruct issues and franchise agreements and tax structuring. In addition to our core client base of investors and lenders, we also advise operators, brand owners, administrators, construction companies and technology providers.

In addition to our core client base of government entities, investors, funds and lenders, we also advise operators, brand owners, administrators, construction companies and technology providers. We can give you access to contacts, the latest information, ideas and opportunities. We can introduce you to other sector players, including operators, purchasers, vendors, construction firms, financiers and investors. Such contacts can prove invaluable to your business. If you are involved in a distressed situation, our real estate restructuring lawyers can help sell your hotel or leisure asset out of insolvency. In the event of a dispute, our industry experts can guide you through the litigation process, ensuring you the best outcome.

Highlights of our experience in Hotels & Leisure in Oman
An Omani government entity on the renegotiation of a development management agreement for a luxury hotel project in the Dhofar region, including the incorporation of KPIs, additional termination rights...
02/07/2018
Finding the balance: human touch versus high tech
Hotels and restaurants are increasingly expected to deliver a new and different experience; one that leaves a lasting memory, distinguishes them from their competitors and embraces not just technology...

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