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Document overview
Separates the regulated regimes of advocacy and legal consultancy and establishes registers, admission, practice structures, professional duties, restrictions and discipline.
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Scope and exclusions
Applies to
Applies to persons and entities practising advocacy or legal consultancy in Oman, including the statutory regime for international firms.
Limitations and exclusions
A legal consultant is not automatically entitled to conduct court representation; company registration, a foreign qualification or in-house employment does not replace the required professional category and authorisation.
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Official source
Royal Decree 41/2024 · effective 3 April 2025 · Oman Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
September 13, 2026
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