Criminal Law Protection for High-Risk Industries
At Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants, we understand that construction, engineering, and real estate are not only high-risk operational fields—but also legally vulnerable to criminal issues such as theft, fraud, negligence, and financial misconduct. When reputations, business continuity, and regulatory compliance are on the line, you need more than just a legal advisor—you need a criminal law authority with deep sector knowledge and courtroom strength.
We provide specialized criminal law services to protect business owners, project managers, engineers, and real estate developers from criminal liability, while also pursuing justice in cases of fraud, sabotage, and workplace crime.
Our services include:
• Representation in criminal investigations and prosecutions
• Legal complaints and filings for fraud, theft, and forgery
• Defense for contractors, engineers, and company executives
• Workplace accident and negligence claims involving criminal elements
• Coordination with police, prosecutors, and regulators
Led by Mrs. Manal Dhahi, our firm offers confidential, professional, and relentless legal protection ensuring your company, your staff, and your future are defended under Bahrain’s Criminal Code.
Why Criminal Law Matters in Construction, Contracting, and Real Estate
In fast-moving, asset-heavy industries like construction, engineering, and real estate, criminal legal issues are not theoretical—they’re real risks that can affect any company, at any time.
We’ve seen firsthand how construction site theft, workplace injuries caused by negligence, fraud against engineering offices, forged land titles, and embezzlement from within can lead to:
• Police investigations
• Asset freezes or project delays
• Court summons for company owners or executives
• Reputation damage and investor fear
• Regulatory intervention and license suspension
At Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants, we provide strategic, aggressive, and intelligent criminal law services—offering both defense and prosecution support—designed specifically for your industry.
Whether you're protecting your company from false accusations, investigating internal fraud, or pursuing criminal complaints against bad actors, we stand ready with the legal expertise to secure your rights, limit liability, and restore operational normalcy.
Our Values and Principles
In criminal law, the stakes are always high. At our firm, we treat every case with:
Integrity and Confidentiality
We maintain strict confidentiality and discretion in all criminal matters. Sensitive accusations, regulatory reports, or internal disputes are handled with absolute professionalism.
Relentless Legal Defense
When your company or employees are accused, we provide fearless legal representation grounded in evidence, law, and courtroom experience.
Zero Tolerance for Criminal Abuse
We help companies fight back against criminal acts that jeopardize operations whether it’s theft, document forgery, or corruption.
Sector-Specific Strategy
We don’t just offer criminal defense we offer criminal law solutions built around the real challenges of high-risk industries. From safety codes to engineering contracts, we understand the systems behind the accusations.
Our Criminal Law Expertise
Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants is uniquely equipped to provide criminal law services for businesses and professionals in the construction, contracting, engineering, and real estate sectors.
We offer both defense representation and prosecution support across a wide range of criminal cases, including:
- Theft and on-site misconduct
- Forgery and document fraud
- Financial fraud, invoice tampering, and bribery
- Negligence leading to injury or death
- Title and property registration fraud
- Embezzlement and corporate misconduct
Our legal team collaborates with: - Police and public prosecution offices
- Ministry of Labour and LMRA investigators
- Forensic accountants and engineering experts
- Technical safety and workplace compliance professionals
We know how to prepare airtight legal complaints, conduct internal investigations, defend companies and individuals in court, and achieve strategic outcomes that preserve business integrity.
Official Registration in Criminal Mediation
Mrs. Manal Ali Abbas Dhahi is officially registered with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce in the Kingdom of Bahrain as a licensed Intellectual Property lawyer, authorized to advise, register, and represent clients in matters related to copyright, trademark, patent, and commercial licensing law. Her registration underscores the firm’s legal credibility and reinforces our ability to act directly before relevant government bodies on behalf of construction companies, engineering consultants, developers, and real estate firms. This formal recognition positions Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants as a fully authorized and trusted authority in the field of Intellectual Property protection in Bahrain’s high-risk industries.
Key Areas of Legal Support in Criminal LAW
1. Construction Site Theft & Criminal Misconduct
Theft, sabotage, and violence are unfortunately common on large project sites. We help contractors and owners:
• File criminal complaints for stolen equipment, materials, or machinery
• Pursue legal action against on-site sabotage or violent incidents
• Coordinate with police and prosecutors during investigations
• Submit civil claims in parallel with criminal proceedings
Common Cases:
• Theft by subcontractors or temporary workers
• On-site violence between rival teams or labor disputes
• Deliberate damage to property during labor strikes
2. Fraud Against Engineering and Consultancy Firms
Licensed engineering offices face criminal exposure when others:
• Forge approvals, misuse engineering stamps, or falsify reports
• Submit fake building permits or design verifications
• Bribe officials to bypass engineering compliance
We assist in:
• Filing criminal complaints for forgery, bribery, and misuse
• Defending engineers falsely accused of signature misuse
• Coordinating with the Council for Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions
3. Worksite Negligence & Criminal Liability
Negligence on construction sites or engineering projects can lead to criminal charges when:
• A worker dies due to unsafe scaffolding
• A fire breaks out due to ignored safety inspections
• A subcontractor is injured due to lack of protective gear
We provide:
• Defense for site supervisors, safety officers, and managers
• Representation for injured workers or their families
• Case coordination with labor inspectors and workplace regulators
• Legal mitigation to reduce penalties or jail time
4. Real Estate & Property Fraud
Property crimes remain among the most damaging in the real estate sector. We handle criminal cases involving:
• Forged title deeds or property registration documents
• Investment scams and fraudulent off-plan sales
• Sale of properties without legal ownership
• Embezzlement of investor funds or down payments
We protect developers, buyers, and brokerage firms from reputational and legal collapse.
5. Corporate Crime: Embezzlement & Financial Fraud
Internal fraud can devastate a business from the inside. We help clients:
• Investigate missing funds or unauthorized transactions
• File criminal charges against employees or partners
• Pursue justice in cases of fake invoices, dual bookkeeping, or payroll fraud
• Defend executives accused in financial investigations
Strategic Legal Investigations
- When criminal risk arises within a company, early legal intervention is critical. Our firm offers:
- • Confidential Internal Investigations
- We discreetly uncover facts, interview staff, and build a private legal report.
• Evidence Gathering & Documentation
- We work with forensic accountants, IT specialists, and industry experts to compile irrefutable evidence.
- • Pre-Complaint Legal Strategy
- Before going public or filing criminal charges, we evaluate risks, align with board policy, and plan outcomes.
- • Collaboration with Authorities
- We guide our clients through police reports, interrogation prep, and public prosecution procedures—with full legal coverage.
- This structured, proactive approach ensures that your case is not only credible—but courtroom-ready.
Our Achievements
Over the past decade, Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants has built a strong track record in criminal law cases involving:
- Recovery of stolen construction materials through criminal complaints
- Court victories in document forgery and fraudulent project approvals
- Defense success for engineers and project managers accused of workplace negligence
- Criminal enforcement of embezzlement cases, recovering hundreds of thousands of dinars
- Immediate response in workplace fatalities—ensuring legal protection while respecting the victim’s rights
- Investigation of fraudulent title deeds and false claims in real estate transactions
- Support in internal corporate investigations leading to successful prosecution and fund recovery
Each case reflects our deep commitment to justice, sector-specific expertise, and fearless litigation strategy—led by the respected and results-driven Mrs. Manal Ali Abbas Dhahi.
Immediately contact the police and legal counsel. We’ll help file the criminal complaint and protect your legal interests.
Yes, especially in cases of gross negligence or ignored safety warnings. Legal defense is essential.
Forgery is a serious crime with potential prison time and heavy fines. We can help prosecute or defend such cases.
We assist in filing a criminal complaint, gathering evidence, and representing your case through prosecution and recovery.
Yes. We’ve successfully defended engineers, supervisors, and executives in cases involving criminal allegations.
You may file a theft complaint, and we can pursue parallel civil compensation.
Yes. Assault, threats, and vandalism on-site require police and legal action.
Yes, especially if used in government filings. We support both victims and accused parties.
In some cases, settlement is possible, especially in financial matters—but depends on prosecution discretion.
Yes. We prosecute and defend corruption cases linked to permitting, approvals, or official interactions.
Yes. Criminal liability may arise, especially in fatal or severe injury cases.
Yes. Legal reporting is mandatory. We ensure compliance while minimizing liability.
Absolutely. We defend businesses and individuals from baseless or malicious criminal allegations.
Police investigate, then refer to the public prosecutor. We guide and represent you at every step.
Yes—property damage, threats, and willful disruption can all be prosecuted.
Yes, especially in financial crimes or safety violations linked to board-level decisions.
Yes. Our firm offers rapid legal response in urgent cases like workplace deaths, police investigations, or raids.
Yes. Legal entities can face criminal liability for labor violations, safety breaches, and economic crimes.
Criminal complaints must identify a party, but internal investigations remain confidential until filing.
Yes. Legal entities can face criminal liability for labor violations, safety breaches, and economic crimes.
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When Legal Trouble Hits, Don’t Wait—Defend Your Business with Confidence.
Whether you're responding to a criminal accusation or pursuing justice for fraud, theft, or negligence, Manal Dhahi Legal Consultants is your legal shield.