Corporate and Commercial

Our Corporate and Commercial team is adept at supporting the growth of businesses in Saudi Arabia. We specialize in business incorporation, mergers, and joint ventures, offering expert advice on a range of corporate matters. With a focus on regulatory compliance, corporate formation, and contract drafting, we provide tailored legal solutions to navigate the complexities of the Saudi Arabian market.

With corporate activity on the rise in the Middle East following the slowdown that resulted from the financial crisis, our corporate and commercial team is well-placed to support the growth of our clients through various forms of business incorporation in Saudi, mergers and acquisitions, as well as joint ventures. Our corporate team has extensive local knowhow to advise on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and group reorganizations, as well as assisting our clients with private equity, equity capital markets, IPOs and capital raisings, privatizations, business agreements, and commercial contracts. We combine first-rate transactional expertise with a deep knowledge of the industry sectors in which our clients operate, offering informed and commercial counsel from talented deal lawyers who understand the various regulatory, economic, and other challenges and opportunities they face in doing business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Regulatory Compliance: We assist clients in understanding and complying with the regulatory frameworks specific to the manufacturing sector. Our firm provides guidance on licensing, permits, environmental regulations, health and safety standards, product compliance, and other relevant laws to ensure our clients’ operations are in full compliance with applicable regulations.
Corporate Formation and Governance: We offer legal support for corporate formation and governance matters. Our services include advising on the appropriate legal entity structure, assisting with company registration, drafting corporate documents, and providing guidance on corporate governance best practices to ensure compliance and effective management.
Contract Drafting and Negotiation: We provide comprehensive legal advice on contract drafting and negotiation for the manufacturing sector. This includes manufacturing agreements, supply and distribution contracts, equipment purchase and lease agreements, research and development agreements, and other commercial contracts. Our team ensures that contracts are carefully drafted to protect our clients’ interests and mitigate potential risks.