Latham & Watkins LLC is a go-to for Saudi Arabian state-owned enterprises and government entities. The team is headed by Ahmed El Gaili, who often acts on high-value acquisitions both in Saudi Arabia and across other Middle Eastern jurisdictions. He is supported by Salman Al-Sudairi, who is an expert in general corporate matters and large corporate transactions. Noor Al-Fawzan left the firm. Leen Zaza was a new arrival in August 2024.

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Key clients

  • Jadwa Investment
  • Jahez International Co. for Information Systems Technology

Work highlights

  • Advised Jahez on its SAR650 million acquisition of The Chefz.
  • Advised Jadwa Investment on the approx. US$60-70 million acquisition of a 70% equity stake in Dabdoob Holdings.
  • Advised a shareholder on the SAR228.8 million sale of 60% of the issued share capital of the Human Development Company (HDC).

Lawyers

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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ahmed El Gaili

Other key lawyers

Salman Al-Sudairi, Leen Zaza