Arbitration hearing room with tribunal table and legal folders for dispute resolution

Arbitration provides a confidential and specialised forum for resolving complex commercial and construction disputes. Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa serves as sole arbitrator and tribunal member, while our firm provides comprehensive representation across arbitral proceedings, including drafting enforceable arbitration agreements, interim measures, and judicial enforcement or annulment of arbitral awards under the New York Convention.

Key Issues & Representation Scope

  • Representation before the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR)
  • Proceedings administered under the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre (GCCAC)
  • Drafting dispute resolution clauses and bespoke submission agreements
  • Enforcement proceedings for domestic and foreign arbitral awards
  • Executive mediation and structured settlement negotiations

General Procedural Steps

1Review of the arbitration agreement, applicable substantive law, and arbitral seat
2Preparation of notice of arbitration, pleadings, and documented evidence
3Constitution of the arbitral tribunal and participation in preliminary procedural hearings
4Hearing of evidence and post-award enforcement or compliance procedures

Frequently Addressed Questions

What is the difference between BCDR arbitration and regular court litigation?

BCDR proceedings are administered under specialised procedural rules offering party autonomy in appointing arbitrators, tailored timelines, and strict procedural confidentiality.

Practice Limitations & Legal Notice

Arbitration requires a valid, clear written agreement between the parties conferring jurisdiction on the arbitral tribunal. Prior institutional appointment or counsel engagement does not imply or guarantee a specific award outcome.

Consultation and legal advisory are subject to formal engagement terms and conflict clearance.

Responsible Counsel

Attorney Salah Ahmed Almedfa, Founder & Accredited Arbitrator

Salah Almedfa Attorneys, Diplomatic Area, Manama

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