Operating in the Kingdom since 2010, Freshfields has built a strong track record advising leading businesses and government entities on their most important transactions and critical disputes. Our clients include Saudia, 3M, UBS, the Saudi Capital Markets Authority, Allianz Saudi Fransi, BAE Systems, Credit Suisse and STC alongside leading contractors and developers, as well as Sovereign Wealth Funds.

Our Riyadh team – comprising dual-qualified Saudi and UK lawyers along with regionally qualified Arabic-speaking advisors – brings unmatched insight into Saudi Arabia’s business, political, and regulatory landscapes. We understand the Kingdom’s unique business culture, etiquette, and evolving legal environment, ensuring our team works in close harmony.

We offer a full spectrum of services under local Saudi law, advising on everything from transactions, projects, and M&A to construction, investigations, and disputes (both litigation and arbitration), as well as regulatory matters. In addition, we work closely with selected local law firms on projects throughout the Kingdom.

Our disputes practice is frequently called upon to manage large, complex cases across construction and other sectors, and to advise on the procurement and construction of vital infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia and across the MENA region.

Our significant investment in building our Middle East team – combined with our extensive expertise – ensures that we can address all aspects of your legal needs in the Kingdom, regionally and globally.