Unlocking Prosperity: Private Wealth Structuring in KSA
Private wealth structuring is crucial for managing and preserving wealth for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and families in Saudi Arabia (KSA).…
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May 30, 2023
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Navigating Corporate Governance Challenges in Merged Companies
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are pivotal for companies aiming to achieve growth, competitiveness, and strategic objectives. The Kingdom of Saudi…
May 30, 2023
The Intersection of Law and Technology: Navigating the Legal Implications of Innovation
The rapid transformation of industries globally is fuelled by innovation and technological advancements. As technology evolves at an unprecedented rate,…
May 24, 2023
Exploring Saudi Arabia’s New Economic Zones: Legal Considerations and Implications for Businesses
Under Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan, the country has established special economic zones (SEZs) that play a pivotal role in…
May 24, 2023
Keeping it in the Family: Resolving Disputes in Family Businesses
Family businesses are unique in their dynamics, combining the intricacies of both business and personal relationships. These enterprises often span…
May 16, 2023
Saudi Arabia Passes New Amendments to the Personal Data Protection Law
Saudi Arabia has taken a momentous stride towards safeguarding individual privacy by passing the new amendments to the Personal Data…
May 2, 2023
Unlocking the Potential of Project Financing in Saudi Arabia’s Energy Sector
Project financing has played a significant role in the development of the energy sector in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom is…
May 2, 2023
Powering Up: M&A in Saudi Arabia’s Energy Sector
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the energy sector in Saudi Arabia has become increasingly common in recent years. With the…
May 2, 2023
Hammad & Al-Mehdar Contributes the Saudi Arabia Chapter to The Mergers & Acquisitions Review, 14th Edition
HAMMAD & AL-MEHDAR CONTRIBUTES THE SAUDI ARABIA CHAPTER TO THE MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS REVIEW, 14TH EDITION Hammad & Al-Mehdar partner…
July 2, 2021
Updated Regulations for JAFZA Offshore Companies Introduce New Benefits for International Investors
UPDATED REGULATIONS FOR JAFZA OFFSHORE COMPANIES INTRODUCE NEW BENEFITS FOR INTERNATIONAL INVESTORS The Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (“JAFZA”) issued…
July 2, 2021
The Value of a Term Sheet
THE VALUE OF A TERM SHEET Many businesses, small and large, retain attorneys to draft transaction documents and simply let…
July 2, 2021
The Unified Registry for Commercial Pledges Takes Effect in Saudi Arabia
THE UNIFIED REGISTRY FOR COMMERCIAL PLEDGES TAKES EFFECT IN SAUDI ARABIA The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Commerce and Investment (MCI)…
July 2, 2021
OECD Now Requires All Zero-tax Countries to Apply Substance Criteria
The Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has put a spotlight on the privileged tax regimes of all zero…
August 19, 2021
How to Set Valuations for KSA and UAE LLCs
We’re looking to raise one million dollars at a valuation of five million.” This is a common line with which…
August 19, 2021
How to close a fundraising deal
How to close a round of financing? A fundraising for a startup is always good news and helps in the…
August 19, 2021
ADGM Tech Start-up Commercial License v DIFC FinTech Commercial
Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) is an international financial center for local, regional, and international institutions established as an independent…
August 19, 2021
7 Considerations For Programmers for Self-Driving Cars
On September 20, 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation released the Federal Automated Vehicles Policy. This policy set guidelines that…
August 19, 2021
Saudi’s (CMA) Board Excludes Foreign Strategic Investors from 49% Foreign Ownership Cap in Listed Companies
Saudi Arabia recently eliminated the cap for foreign strategic investors in shares of listed companies. The Kingdom eased its rules…
September 18, 2021
Global Guide: Measure Adopted to Support Distressed Businesses Through the Covid the COVID 19 Crisis
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Belal Hashmi authored the Saudi Chapter of the Global Guide: Measures adopted to support distressed businesses through the…
December 31, 2021
4th Edition of Fintech Law Review
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Suhaib Hammad authored the Saudi Arabia chapter in The Financial Technology Law Review, 4th edition, published by The…
December 31, 2021
Saudi Arabia: Digital Business 2021
We are pleased to share our latest Saudi chapter, Digital Business 2021, authored by Suhaib Hammad, a partner and leads the…
December 31, 2021
Saudi Arabia: Fintech 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Suhaib Hammad authored the Saudi Arabia chapter of the Fintech 2021 guide, published by Global Legal Group in June 2021.…
December 31, 2021
Saudi Arabia: Data Protection 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Suhaib Hammad authored the Saudi Arabia chapter of the Data Protection 2021 guide, published by Global Legal Group in July…
December 31, 2021
Emerging Trends of Saudi Arabia’s Sporting Industry
Entertainment and sporting events have not always been the first things that come to mind in relation to Saudi Arabia.…
October 12, 2022
Changes to Saudi’s legal Framework Since COVID-19
Saudi's legal system is based on the principles of Sharia law and has remained largely unchanged for decades. However, in…
October 19, 2022
International Legal Cases in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabian government has taken significant steps towards modernizing and codifying the legal system over recent years. The judicial…
November 6, 2022
Changes to Saudi Arabia’s Dispute Resolution Regulations
Dispute resolution is a growing industry in Saudi Arabia, and over the past 18 months, there have been some changes…
November 9, 2022
The Liability of Management and Good Governance in a Saudi Arabian Context
Across the globe, businesses are under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable and ethical practices. Known as ESG (Environmental, Social, and…
December 14, 2022
The Rise of Employee Stock Options in KSA
Employee share option plan (the “ESOP”) have seen an impressive rise in popularity across the globe, with more companies offering…
December 14, 2022
The Importance of Effective Family Governance
Family governance is essential for family businesses to achieve their goals and maintain success across generations. A well-structured family governance…
December 14, 2022
The 2022 Saudi Arabia Legal Roundup
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is a vibrant and rapidly changing nation, with new laws and regulations being introduced…
January 12, 2023
A Focus on Saudi Arabia’s Energy Sector
Saudi Arabia is a leading producer and exporter of energy, and its economy is still heavily tied to the oil…
January 18, 2023
The 2022 Roundup of KSA’s Sports & Media Industries
The sports and media industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has undergone a significant transformation in the past…
January 29, 2023
Saudi Arabia’s Evolving Data Privacy Landscape
As technology continues to develop, countries worldwide have begun to recognise and address the importance of data privacy. Saudi Arabia…
January 31, 2023
The Evolution of Saudi Arabia’s Legal Framework
Over the past two decades, Saudi Arabia has been undergoing a remarkable transformation, which has touched nearly every aspect of…
February 5, 2023
The Legal Considerations of Alternative Funding of Growing Companies
Funding your business is a critical part of your growth journey, and in Saudi Arabia, banks are often the first…
February 19, 2023
Listing and IPO Trends in KSA
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has been making significant strides in developing its capital market and promoting investment in…
February 21, 2023
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Managing Construction Disputes in Saudi Arabia
The construction industry in Saudi Arabia has experienced significant growth in recent years, with numerous infrastructure projects and real estate…
February 28, 2023
A Summary of Saudi Arabia’s Mediation Draft Law
Saudi Arabia recently introduced a draft law introducing mediation as an alternative way to resolve disputes. This law is currently…
March 14, 2023
Navigating M&A in KSA: A legal roadmap
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a standard business strategy for companies seeking to expand, diversify or enter new markets.…
April 3, 2023
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An Insight into Kuwait’s Economic Market
Situated at the tip of the Persian Gulf, Kuwait is a small but fascinating oil-rich nation, with a population of…
April 3, 2023
Reserved Matters: Desirable Governance, Not Back-Seat Control
Reserved Matters is a term that is used in the corporate management world that refers to a particular set of…
May 20, 2021
Your Guide to Navigating KSA Construction Claims in the current climate and the effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
KSA construction claims are either against the contractor by the owner or against the owner by the contractor, similarly, construction…
April 22, 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar Contributes to the Saudi Arabia Chapter in The Cartels and Leniency Review, 9th Edition
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Belal Hashmi has authored the Saudi Arabia chapter in the leading competition publication of The Cartels…
March 31, 2021
The GP Series Part 5 – Management Fees and the Importance of Being Fair
The Importance of Management Fees Management fees play a crucial role in private equity funds in that they permit the…
March 24, 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar Contributes to the Saudi Arabia Chapter in the International Comparative Legal Guide on Digital Health 2021, 2nd Edition
Hammad & Al-Mehdar’s partner Suhaib Hammad has authored the Saudi Arabia chapter in the International Comparative Legal Guide publication on…
March 10, 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar Advises on Financing of MENA’s Largest Regulated Open Banking Platform
A cross-discipline Hammad & Al-Mehdar team advised Tarabut Gateway on its $13 million series seed financing, led by Berlin-based venture…
April 4, 2021
Hammad & Al-Mehdar Contributes the Saudi Arabia Chapter to The Mergers & Acquisitions Review, 14th Edition
Hammad & Al-Mehdar partner Abdulrahman Hammad and senior associate Samy Elsheikh author the Saudi Arabia chapter of The Mergers &…
February 22, 2021
Summary Note on Open Banking Policy Issued by the Saudi Central Bank
The Central Bank of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (known as “SAMA”) announced its preliminary open banking policy on 10…
January 18, 2021
Addressing Future Uncertainty: Vesting and Earn-Out Provisions
Both vesting and earn out provisions are important tools used by investors to mitigate some aspects of future business uncertainty,…
January 18, 2021