Our Story

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa, the founder of the firm and Chairman of the Bahrain Bar Association, possesses a breadth of experience acquired since his graduation from the United Arab Emirates University Faculty of Law in January 1985. Over the years, the firm has built a reputation for providing legal services to its business-sector clients in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Among the members of the firm are Bahraini staff members who are highly qualified and experienced in legal and administrative affairs, and who take pride in efficient, professional work performance. Our experience in dealing with all types of civil and commercial disputes has won the recognition and respect of all the firm's clients.

What Defines Us

Precision & Diligence

Every matter is prepared with exhaustive attention to procedural and substantive detail.

Absolute Confidentiality

Client privilege and data protection are non-negotiable foundations of our practice.

Strategic Advocacy

Results-driven litigation and arbitration designed around your commercial objectives.

Bilingual Mastery

Native fluency in Arabic and English across courts, contracts, and negotiations.

Milestones

1985

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa graduates from the UAE University Faculty of Law and founds the firm in Manama.

1990s

Established as trusted counsel to Bahrain's leading commercial conglomerates and multinational corporations.

2000s

Earned full membership and accreditation at the BCDR and GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre.

2020s

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa elected Chairman of the Bahrain Bar Association; firm continues advocacy before the Bahraini Courts.

Portrait of Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa, Founder & Legal Consultant
Founder & Attorney

Salah Ahmed Almedfa

Founder & Attorney before the Bahraini Courts

Attorney before the Bahraini Courts, Kingdom of Bahrain. Practising since 1985.
Licence of Law (LL.B.), College of Law, United Arab Emirates University (January 1985)
Professional Roles
  • Chairman of the Bahrain Bar Association (2024–2028)
  • Arbitrator, Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR)
  • Arbitrator, GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre (GCCAC)
mail@almedfa.com|Arabic & English
Our Counsel

The Almedfa Team

A cohesive team of qualified Bahraini legal counsel and associates combining rigorous courtroom experience with corporate precision.

Portrait of Ahmed Khalid Almedfa, Partner / Senior Associate

Ahmed Khalid Almedfa

Partner / Senior Associate

Arabic & English

Focus Areas

  • Civil & Commercial Litigation
  • Corporate Advisory & Restructuring
  • Arbitration Support & Proceedings
  • Trademarks, Copyrights & IP
Portrait of Masooma S. Salman, Senior Associate

Masooma S. Salman

Senior Associate

Arabic & English

Focus Areas

  • Company Incorporation & Governance
  • Commercial Agencies & Distribution
  • Civil & Commercial Litigation
Portrait of Nawal Salman Shuaib, Senior Associate

Nawal Salman Shuaib

Senior Associate

Arabic & English

Focus Areas

  • Rental Disputes Court
  • Administrative Litigation & Review
  • Medical Malpractice & Professional Liability
Portrait of Ammar Ali Almedfa

Ammar Ali Almedfa

Lawyer

Arabic & English

Focus Areas

  • Litigation Support & Procedures
  • Motor Accident Claims
  • Labour & Employment Disputes
  • Execution of Civil & Commercial Awards
Portrait of Husain Ebrahim Alqattan

Husain Ebrahim Alqattan

Trainee Lawyer

Arabic & English

Focus Areas

  • Legal Research & Case Filing
  • Court Follow-ups & Procedures
  • Civil & Commercial Dispute Support
Administration & Operations

Supporting Team

Our administration, finance, and office support professionals ensure seamless operations and client service.

Ajitha Angelin Christopher, Administration & Operations

Ajitha Angelin Christopher

Administration & Operations

Bachelor of Business Administration
English & Hindi
Abhirami Mohanavilasam, Accountant

Abhirami Mohanavilasam

Accountant

Bachelor of Commerce
English & Hindi
Annavaram Kommireddy, Office Assistant

Annavaram Kommireddy

Office Assistant

English & Hindi
Founder Curriculum Vitae

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa

Chairman of the Bahrain Bar Association, Attorney at the Bahraini Courts, Legal Consultant, and arbitrator with decades of distinguished legal leadership.

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa official portrait

Salah Ahmed Almedfa

Chairman, Bahrain Bar Association (2024–2028)
mail@almedfa.comalmedfa.com
Principal Profession
Attorney, Legal Consultant & Arbitrator
Location
Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
Title of Examination & Education
Licence of Law (LL.B.), January 1985
Faculty of Law, United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
Experience in Arbitration

Participated in many arbitrations as Sole Arbitrator & Chairman, Member of Arbitration Panel in both Ad-Hoc & BCDR, GCC Arbitration Centre arbitration cases.

Membership of Professional Institutions

National, regional & international bar & arbitral bodies

1
Bahrain Bar Association (Society)
Kingdom of Bahrain
1985
2
Arab Bar Association
Cairo, Egypt
1986
3
International Bar Association (IBA)
London, UK
1996
4
Arab Association for International Arbitration
Paris, France
1996
5
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
London, UK
1997
6
London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
London, UK
1997
7
American Arbitration Association (AAA)
New York, USA
1997
8
Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR)
Kingdom of Bahrain
2010
9
Lawyers Committee ICC Bahrain
Kingdom of Bahrain
2011
10
GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre (Dar Al-Qada)
Manama, GCC
2013

Other Qualifications & Appointments

Statutory councils, judiciary registries & bar governance

1
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Bahrain Bar Association
Bahrain Bar Association Board Directory↗
2024 – 2028
2
Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, Bahrain Bar Association
2022 – 2024
3
Member of the Board of Directors, Bahrain Bar Association
1987
4
Attorney before the Bahraini Courts
1995
5
Member of the Board of Directors, Arab Association for International Arbitration
1997
6
Member of the Preparatory Committee, Arab Arbitration Centres Conference (Cairo)
1997
7
Member of Bahrain Lawyers Disciplinary Council, Ministry of Justice
2001 – 2020
8
Member of the National Commission for Evaluation of Academic Degrees, Ministry of Education
2001
9
Member of Journal of Arbitration Editorial Committee (Beirut, Lebanon)
2009
10
Registered Arbitrator at Ministry of Justice, BCDR & GCCAC
2010

Articles Published

Published several articles in accredited GCC and Arab international arbitration reviews

Journal 1

GCC Arbitration Center Journal — Bahrain

Published scholarly articles on commercial arbitration rules, procedural due process, and arbitral award enforcement across the GCC.

Journal 2

International Arbitration Journal — Beirut

Scholarly research focusing on comparative commercial litigation, institutional tribunal jurisdiction, and international contract disputes.

Journal 3

The Lebanese Review of Arab & International Arbitration — Beirut

Case notes and critical annotations on cross-border commercial awards and Arab ADR jurisprudence.

Courses Attended

Attended several intensive, accredited courses and colloquia related to Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) across London, Paris, Cairo and the GCC.

Key Affiliations & Registries
BCDRGCCACLCIACIArbAAAIBABahraini Courts

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