Nic Henrikson appointed as DLA Piper co-managing partner

DLA Piper has announced the appointment of Nic Henrikson (pictured above) as co-managing partner of its Muscat (Oman) office, effective from 16 September.

Nic Henrikson’s career path

With this strategic appointment to increase presence across the Middle East, Henrikson joins from Addleshaw Goddard. He brings extensive experience in commercial and construction disputes before major arbitral institutions. He has acted for several private and public entities in the energy and infrastructure sectors, including both multinationals and leading Omani companies. He has also acted in major insurance disputes across the GCC. He previously served as secretary of the Australian Oman Business Group. Henrikson’s appointment will bolster the depth of DLA Piper’s client offering in Oman.

Peter Somekh (pictured left), partner and managing partner, Middle East and Africa, said: “Nic will be a real asset to our team in Oman and across the region. He is highly regarded and brings with him a wealth of cross-sector experience that will benefit our clients. With a number of our clients engaged in market leading commercial and construction projects in Oman, Nic will be a valued addition to our team deploying his knowledge and experience of the local market for the benefit of our clients.”