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The acquisition stands as the largest real estate deal in Downtown Dubai in 2024.{{ FIELD }}Peninsula Real Estate Management Limited in connection with its AED 555 million purchase of 17 income generating warehouse assets in Al Markaz industrial development in Abu Dhabi.{{ FIELD }}Apollo Global Management in connection with its US$ 500 million strategic equity stake in Adar Investment Properties (AIP), a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-listed Aldar Properties PJSC and the region’s largest institutional-class real estate platform with assets across retail, residential, commercial, and logistics segments.{{ FIELD }}A Kuwaiti Shareholding Company K.S.C. (closed), in connection with a Sharia compliant sale and leaseback of a workers’ accommodation.{{ FIELD }}Real Estate Aspects of Structured Finance{{ FIELD }}Arcapita on a flagship forward-funding investment and partnership with ASMO (a joint venture between Aramco and DHL Supply Chain) to develop a large-scale logistics and warehousing facility at King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Apollo Global Management and its consortium of institutional investors in connection with its US$2.7 billion acquisition of a 49% stake in in Abu Dhabi Property Leasing Holding Company RSC Ltd from Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). This structured finance transaction allowed ADNOC to maintain full ownership and control over its real estate portfolio while leveraging the rental income streams from the same (valued at US$ 5.5 billion) pursuant to a 24-year Master Lease Agreement.{{ FIELD }}Development Work{{ FIELD }}Apollo Global Management in connection with its US$ 500 million real estate structured finance investment in the landbank of Aldar Properties PJSC.{{ FIELD }}Muraba Properties LLC in connection with their ultra luxury Muraba Veil off-plan development in Dubai, including title structuring advice and preparation of bespoke off plan sales and strata documents.{{ FIELD }}A leading developer in Dubai in connection with various hospitality projects in the UAE, including assistance in the drafting of the standard sale and purchase agreements, fractional ownership and rental guarantee documentation.{{ FIELD }}A leading developer in Ras Al Khaimah, in connection with the drafting of its standard sale and purchase agreements with sub-developers.{{ FIELD }}Property Funds and Listed Companies{{ FIELD }}Emaar Development PJSC, the development arm of Emaar Group, in connection with its US$1.5 billion initial public offering of ordinary shares and listing on the DFM.{{ FIELD }}Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in connection with the real estate restructuring exercise required as part of the readiness phase of its US$ 851 million initial public offering.{{ FIELD }}Leasing and Management{{ FIELD }}A Saudi family office in connection with the appointment of an international hotel operator for three hotels in Riyadh and Khobar.{{ FIELD }}A school operator in connection with a build-to-suit lease of a school in Dubai.{{ FIELD }}A Saudi institutional investor in connection with a built-to-suit transaction with a leading operator relating to an orthopedic healthcare facility in Jeddah.{{ FIELD }}A multinational bank in connection with the leasing of various assets comprising its portfolio in the GCC{{ FIELD }}Pacha Group in the negotiation of hospitality management services with Five Hotel.{{ FIELD }}A Real Estate Investment Company in connection with its proposed initial public offering of shares (primary offering) on ADX.{{ FIELD }}A private owner in connection with the lease of its hotel in Dubai.{{ FIELD }}Softbank in connection with its lease of offices in ICD Brookfield.{{ FIELD }}Dogus Group, in relation to the lease of various commercial and retail premises in the UAE.{{ FIELD }}Distressed Assets and Special Situations{{ FIELD }}Hayfin Capital Management, a hedge fund, in connection with its financing of Imperial Avenue project in Downtown Dubai under development by Shapoorji Pallonji International Property Developers, the development arm of Shapoorji Pallonji.{{ FIELD }}Hospitality{{ FIELD }}Palladium Group, as operator, in connection with the hotel and branded residences project known as The Al Marjan Island Hotel and Residences in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Tasks included the preparation and negotiation of the full range of branded residences and off-plan sales and strata documents.{{ FIELD }}IHHR Hospitality Ananda Private Limited in connection with its appointment as the manager of a luxury wellness resort in Triple Bay, Amaala, Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Malek Al Rifai is a real estate partner in the Corporate, Finance and Investments Group based in the Dubai office. Malek has a diverse multidisciplinary practice focused on owners and operators in the real estate industry. He has represented developers, REITs, commercial and investment banks, private equity fund sponsors, family offices and institutional investors in a variety of real estate and corporate transactions and regulatory matters across the GCC.\nMalek’s transactional experience includes direct and indirect real estate acquisitions across all types of property (including hospitality, industrial, educational and healthcare assets), development transactions, hotel acquisition and management transactions, capital market and financing transactions involving real estate, representation of institutional investors and real estate funds in connection with the formation of real estate joint ventures, and turnaround of distressed off-plan projects.\nMalek is recognized in both Chambers Global Guide and Legal 500 EMEA. Clients describe him as a “standout lawyer” who “thinks outside the box” and is “business minded, very responsive and very knowledgeable”.\nMalek received his LLB from Saint Joseph University. He also holds an Executive Master of Business Administration from Bayes Business School (City, University of London).\nMalek is fluent in Arabic, English and French. Malek Al Rifai lawyer Partner Malek impressed us with his ability to combine sharp legal analysis with a practical, business-oriented approach. Legal 500 EMEA 2026 \"Malek is particularly active on matters relating to mixed-use development projects...\" Chambers Global 2026 “Malek is an outstanding professional with solid expertise in real estate.” Chambers Global 2026 “He combines a great deal of experience and knowledge with a highly commercial approach.”  Chambers Global 2026 “Malek Al Rifai is incredibly sharp and always a few steps ahead.” Chambers Global 2026 “Malek is an excellent lawyer and very knowledgeable. He has both the expertise and the experience.” Chambers Global 2026 Rising Star Partner (Project Development and Real Estate), UAE IFLR1000 EMEA 2025 “I am always dealing with Malek Al Rifai – he is very responsive and very knowledgeable, thinks outside of the box, can co-ordinate the team and always comes up with an answer or solution”  Chambers Global 2023 “Malek Al Rifai is an absolute force in real estate, he is very smart and responsive. He is always aware of the larger commercial picture and focused on solutions to difficult issues. There is never a moment of doubt in Malek’s ability to provide a superior work product” Legal 500 EMEA 2024 Malek Al Rifai is an exceptionally skilled lawyer. He is a sharp negotiator who understands the regional aspects but also the civil law concerns, which is a big help\" Chambers Global 2025 \"Impressive, consistently providing clear and practical advice with a sharp focus on detail\". Legal 500 EMEA 2025 Recommended Lawyer – Real Estate, United Arab Emirates Legal 500 EMEA 2025 Up and Coming Partner Chambers Global 2023, 2024, 2025 Bayes Business School, City University of London  Faculty of Law, Saint Joseph University  Beirut Beirut Bar Association, 2008 Real Estate Private Credit An Asia-based private credit platform, with respect to a secured term construction facility to a UAE-based real estate developer of luxury properties, in connection with the construction of a portfolio of its luxury villa projects in Dubai. Nomura Special Investments Singapore Pte. Ltd., on a cross border, structured real estate financing in Dubai, for a leading luxury real estate development in the UAE. Cerberus in connection with a USD loan made to a UAE property developer secured against receivables from completed projects. Nomura Singapore Limited, as lead arranger and lender, together with TOR Asia Credit Opportunity Master Fund III LP, as co-lender, in connection with the development financing of an ultra-luxury residential development and beach resort in Dubai. The transaction was structured as a $100m mezzanine private credit facility which was primarily intended to finance the equity recapitalization of the borrower’s affiliates. Acquisitions and Dispositions NBK Capital Partners Real Estate Fund and Janus Henderson Emerging Markets Private Investments on the sale of the real estate leased to Hartland International School in Dubai to Elevate, a portfolio company backed by Rava Partners in collaboration with Alta Capital. Sweid \u0026amp; Sweid, a leading real estate private equity and development firm, on its acquisition of Aurora Tower, a prominent office building located in the heart of Dubai Media City. Bureau Lamar SPV, an affiliate of Lamar Development, in connection with the purchase from Shamal Estates LLC of a strategic plot of land in Business Bay for development purposes. SICO Capital Company, the manager of Flow MENA Residential Real Estate Fund 1, in connection with the purchase and operation of a portfolio of c. 687 residential units in Saudi Arabia. The transaction marks the first significant international expansion of the co-living community startup backed by Adam Neumann, the co-founder of WeWork. Affiliates of Driven Properties, in connection with the purchase of the iconic Emaar Square Building No. 3 in Downtown Dubai. The building was the former HQ of Emaar Properties and comprises almost 230,000 sq ft of leasable area. The acquisition stands as the largest real estate deal in Downtown Dubai in 2024. Peninsula Real Estate Management Limited in connection with its AED 555 million purchase of 17 income generating warehouse assets in Al Markaz industrial development in Abu Dhabi. Apollo Global Management in connection with its US$ 500 million strategic equity stake in Adar Investment Properties (AIP), a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-listed Aldar Properties PJSC and the region’s largest institutional-class real estate platform with assets across retail, residential, commercial, and logistics segments. A Kuwaiti Shareholding Company K.S.C. (closed), in connection with a Sharia compliant sale and leaseback of a workers’ accommodation. Real Estate Aspects of Structured Finance Arcapita on a flagship forward-funding investment and partnership with ASMO (a joint venture between Aramco and DHL Supply Chain) to develop a large-scale logistics and warehousing facility at King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) in Saudi Arabia. Apollo Global Management and its consortium of institutional investors in connection with its US$2.7 billion acquisition of a 49% stake in in Abu Dhabi Property Leasing Holding Company RSC Ltd from Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). This structured finance transaction allowed ADNOC to maintain full ownership and control over its real estate portfolio while leveraging the rental income streams from the same (valued at US$ 5.5 billion) pursuant to a 24-year Master Lease Agreement. Development Work Apollo Global Management in connection with its US$ 500 million real estate structured finance investment in the landbank of Aldar Properties PJSC. Muraba Properties LLC in connection with their ultra luxury Muraba Veil off-plan development in Dubai, including title structuring advice and preparation of bespoke off plan sales and strata documents. A leading developer in Dubai in connection with various hospitality projects in the UAE, including assistance in the drafting of the standard sale and purchase agreements, fractional ownership and rental guarantee documentation. A leading developer in Ras Al Khaimah, in connection with the drafting of its standard sale and purchase agreements with sub-developers. Property Funds and Listed Companies Emaar Development PJSC, the development arm of Emaar Group, in connection with its US$1.5 billion initial public offering of ordinary shares and listing on the DFM. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in connection with the real estate restructuring exercise required as part of the readiness phase of its US$ 851 million initial public offering. Leasing and Management A Saudi family office in connection with the appointment of an international hotel operator for three hotels in Riyadh and Khobar. A school operator in connection with a build-to-suit lease of a school in Dubai. 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Hospitality Palladium Group, as operator, in connection with the hotel and branded residences project known as The Al Marjan Island Hotel and Residences in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Tasks included the preparation and negotiation of the full range of branded residences and off-plan sales and strata documents. 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Ibrahim has over 15 years’ experience in Saudi Arabia. Ibrahim has acted as counsel in connection with numerous KSA \u0026amp; GCC mergers and acquisition transactions. He frequently advises both sponsors and lenders on project finance.\nIbrahim cases are generally high-value complex commercial disputes. He represented high-net-worth individuals, corporations, financial institutions, and government entities in resolving disputes via arbitration, litigation, and mediation. He is experienced in representing clients in arbitrations before major forums, including the ICC, PAC, SCCA, and ad hoc arbitrations, as well as award enforcement. Ibrahim also regularly represents clients before Saudi courts and judicial committees at all levels of litigation including the Saudi Supreme Court.\nHe has notable experience in advising parties on financing high-value projects, cross-border M\u0026amp;A, and joint ventures. Ibrahim's practice also includes advising institutional investors on their investments in private investment funds and sponsors on fund formations. His deep experience in Saudi court rulings puts him in a unique position when advising clients on various types of transactions in Saudi Arabia. Partner King Saud University College of Law \u0026amp; Political Sciences  Michigan State University Michigan State University College of Law Saudi Arabia Admitted to the Saudi Bar Association Representing a financial institution in proceedings before the Specialized Chamber for Large Claims in the General Court in Riyadh - successfully defending against a (3 Billion+) SAR claim. Representing the defendant in a lawsuit before the Specialized Chamber for Large Claims in the General Court in Dammam - successfully defending against requests to nullify the disposal of 33 real estates. Arbitrator for a claim by a company manager regarding unpaid wages and benefits - the claim amount (5 Million+) SAR. ICC arbitration regarding disputes between mining contracting companies. Successfully obtained the first urgent relief awarded from an emergency arbitrator appointed under the SCCA arbitration rules. the urgent relief was successfully enforced. Successfully reducing fines imposed by the Customs Authority from (30 Million+) SAR down to less than (40k) SAR before the Customs Committees. Advised lenders on debt restructuring/financing of a chemical factory amount (3.7 Billion+) USD. Advised sponsors on financing a medical company - amount (250 Million+) SAR. 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Tim\u0026nbsp;is highly ranked for Construction (Chambers Band 1, Legal 500) and\u0026nbsp;Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, (Chambers, Legal 500).\u0026nbsp;Tim was\u0026nbsp;named as an MVP in Construction Law (Law360, 2021).[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the last 25 years, Tim has represented sovereign wealth funds, State-owned entities, giga developers, energy and utility companies and strategic infrastructure clients and funds on their construction, infrastructure, energy, utilities and PPP projects and project financings.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2019, Tim has advised on one of the world's largest renewable energy and infrastructure giga projects, valued in the hundreds of USD billions, together with several other confidential Middle East giga projects.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has recently advised clients on multiple PPP, renewable and conventional power projects that have won \u003cem\u003eDeal of the Year \u003c/em\u003eaccolades, including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024, Amaala Multi Utilities PPP)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Solar Deal of the Year (PFI 2020, Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP Abu Dhabi)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Power Deal of the Year (IJ Global 2020, Hamriyah IPP\u0026nbsp;UAE)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u0026nbsp;Renewable Deal of the Year (PFI 2019, Dumat 400 MW Wind IPP\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eSaudi Arabia)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim has significant PPP experience, having advised governments and sponsors since the early 2000s during the Australia PPP boom. 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Tim serves as Office Managing Partner in Abu Dhabi and served for 9 years on the Firm\u0026rsquo;s AEC Committee. Tim\u0026nbsp;is highly ranked for Construction (Chambers Band 1, Legal 500) and\u0026nbsp;Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, (Chambers, Legal 500).\u0026nbsp;Tim was\u0026nbsp;named as an MVP in Construction Law (Law360, 2021).[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the last 25 years, Tim has represented sovereign wealth funds, State-owned entities, giga developers, energy and utility companies and strategic infrastructure clients and funds on their construction, infrastructure, energy, utilities and PPP projects and project financings.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2019, Tim has advised on one of the world's largest renewable energy and infrastructure giga projects, valued in the hundreds of USD billions, together with several other confidential Middle East giga projects.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has recently advised clients on multiple PPP, renewable and conventional power projects that have won \u003cem\u003eDeal of the Year \u003c/em\u003eaccolades, including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024, Amaala Multi Utilities PPP)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Solar Deal of the Year (PFI 2020, Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP Abu Dhabi)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Power Deal of the Year (IJ Global 2020, Hamriyah IPP\u0026nbsp;UAE)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u0026nbsp;Renewable Deal of the Year (PFI 2019, Dumat 400 MW Wind IPP\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eSaudi Arabia)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim has significant PPP experience, having advised governments and sponsors since the early 2000s during the Australia PPP boom. Tim helped write the PPP commercial principles guidebook for one government client. He has recently advised\u0026nbsp;on a number of schools, accommodation, healthcare and transport PPPs in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of those countries\u0026rsquo; PPP programs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim has advised on 60+ district energy projects in the Middle East and Asia, included projects and project financings in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar.\u0026nbsp; He has advised Governments on regulatory regimes.\u003c/p\u003e","matters":["\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGiga Construction Projects and PPPs - Cities, Transport, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Infrastructure\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSWFs/State owned entities on confidential giga construction projects, including the world's largest construction project. 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Also advised on ports, hydrogen, industrial cities, data centres, IT, smart cities, telco, transport, complex tunnelling projects and accommodation PPPs.{{ FIELD }}Middle Eastern Government entities on schools, transport, residential/accommodation and 'city' PPPs.{{ FIELD }}Sponsors on the construction (and PPP pass through aspects) of NYU University Abu Dhabi PPP, Zayed University PPP and Paris Sorbonne Abu Dhabi University PPP.{{ FIELD }}Sponsors on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in Saudi Arabia; a SWF on three large workers' accommodation DBFO projects in Saudi Arabia; Concession grantor on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in the UAE.{{ FIELD }}Winning bidder as Sponsor on the RCU Healthcare PPP Project{{ FIELD }}Sponsor on its bid for the Prince Muhammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport PPP in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Power \u0026amp; Utilities (Solar, Wind, Waste, Water)\nSponsor on Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP in Abu Dhabi through to financial close. 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This deal won MENA Power Deal of the Year – IJGlobal 2020\nConsortium on its bid for the Fujairah 3 IPP in the UAE.\nConsortium on its bid for the multi-utility (14 plants) Red Sea Utility PPP, in Saudi Arabia.\nConsortium on its bids for the 1GW Tanajib IWPP and 1GW Jafurah IWPP in Saudi Arabia; on Facility E IWPP in Qatar and on Guam 400MW IPP through to financial close.\nMiddle Eastern SWF on confidential outbound power and digital infrastructure PE investments.\nSponsors on the O\u0026amp;M contract for an Asian wind project.\nPrivate equity fund on two (2) x 10MW solar IPP acquisitions in Jordan.\nSponsors on the EPC and O\u0026amp;M arrangements associated with a suite of IPPs in Kenya.\nMiddle Eastern Governments on the establishment of a new Green Free Zone, national water strategy, and environmental standards and regulations.\nConsortium on bids for a Rabigh 3 IWP, Shuqaiq 3 IWP Yanbu 4 IWP, Jubail 3B IWP and Dammam ISTP and Jeddah 2 ISTP, all in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030.\nA Middle Eastern Government on waste projects including PPPs\nSponsors on a Middle East industrial effluent treatment PPP project.\nSponsors on the Barwon Biosolids PPP in Australia.\nSponsors on the Eastern Creek Waste PPP in Australia.\nAdvised on 60+ district cooling/trigeneration projects including for: Diriyah Gate, KEC, MiSK City, Masdar City, Seaworld Abu Dhabi, Dubai EXPO2020, Lusail City; Riyadh Avenues, KFUPM Business Park; Jeddah Tower; Saadiyat Island; King Abdulaziz Road, New York University; Eastern Mangroves; TDIC Headquarters; ADNEC Capital Center; Danet Cit; Abu Dhabi World Trade Center, Yas Island, Palm Jebel Ali, Jimi Mall, Palazzo Versace, Mina Rashid, Dubai Maritime City, Bahrain World Trade Center, Zayed University, Reem Island, City Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, Presidential Palace, Dubai Sports City, Akoya Oxygen, Mirdif Hills, ICT Tower, Danat Hospital, Jabal Omar, Maryah Island, Raha Beach, Raha Gardens, Prince Sultan Cultural City, Jeddah Headquarters, Al Mamoura, Confidential acquisitions in Malaysia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia. Advised a Middle Eastern Government on the establishment of laws and regulations for district cooling.{{ FIELD }}O\u0026amp;G / LNG / Natural Gas\nEuropean energy company on its JV for a greenfield petrochemical project in Abu Dhabi.\nInternational energy major on its standard form international EPC contract for use in O\u0026amp;G projects as well as a \"wrap around guarantee\" for splitting EPC contracts.\nADB in relation to the Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan to India (TAPI) pipeline project.\nInternational O\u0026amp;G company on its bid for a gas processing facility in Croatia and on their standard international EPC contract.\nSponsors on their successful bid for a healthcare PPP in Saudi Arabia\nInternational O\u0026amp;G company on EPCM arrangements for an Asian LNG Receiving Terminal.\nO\u0026amp;G services company on construction contracts for onshore drilling rigs in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.\nUAE government-owned entities on syngas processing and storage facilities, including gas sales contracts, EPC and concession arrangements; distribution network contracts and on multiple gas concession projects including under concession, DBO and EPC contracting models.{{ FIELD }}Tim Burbury is a senior projects partner based in Abu Dhabi where he leads our Construction Practice and co-leads our Projects Practice in the Middle East. Tim serves as Office Managing Partner in Abu Dhabi and served for 9 years on the Firm’s AEC Committee. Tim is highly ranked for Construction (Chambers Band 1, Legal 500) and Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, (Chambers, Legal 500). Tim was named as an MVP in Construction Law (Law360, 2021).\nFor the last 25 years, Tim has represented sovereign wealth funds, State-owned entities, giga developers, energy and utility companies and strategic infrastructure clients and funds on their construction, infrastructure, energy, utilities and PPP projects and project financings.\nSince 2019, Tim has advised on one of the world's largest renewable energy and infrastructure giga projects, valued in the hundreds of USD billions, together with several other confidential Middle East giga projects.\nHe has recently advised clients on multiple PPP, renewable and conventional power projects that have won Deal of the Year accolades, including:\n* PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024, Amaala Multi Utilities PPP)\n* MENA Solar Deal of the Year (PFI 2020, Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP Abu Dhabi)\n* MENA Power Deal of the Year (IJ Global 2020, Hamriyah IPP UAE)\n* Renewable Deal of the Year (PFI 2019, Dumat 400 MW Wind IPP Saudi Arabia)\nTim has significant PPP experience, having advised governments and sponsors since the early 2000s during the Australia PPP boom. Tim helped write the PPP commercial principles guidebook for one government client. He has recently advised on a number of schools, accommodation, healthcare and transport PPPs in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of those countries’ PPP programs.\nTim has advised on 60+ district energy projects in the Middle East and Asia, included projects and project financings in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar.  He has advised Governments on regulatory regimes. Partner Band 1, Construction UAE - Chambers Global 2026 Expertise Based Abroad, Band 1, Projects \u0026amp; Energy Saudi Arabia - Chambers Global 2026 Band 1, Construction: Non-contentious UAE - Chambers Global 2026 Leading Partner, Construction UAE - Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Leading Partner, Projects \u0026amp; Energy Saudi Arabia - Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Highly Regarded, Energy , Transport, Utilities, Oil \u0026amp; Gas, Social Infrastructure in the UAE IFLR 1000 EMEA 2025 \"Absolutely first class - the best non-contentious lawyer in the UAE\" Chambers Global “…an excellent understanding of market terms, an innovative problem solving approach, applies a strong commercial lens\" Chambers Global \"The perfect combination of very strong background and very strong skills in legal matters\"  Chambers Global \" …an exceptional lawyer who is calm and collected under pressure, excellent on the detail and has invaluable knowledge” Chambers Global \"Exceptionally competent projects transactional lawyer”…  Chambers Global \"...an adept lawyer who regularly advises government bodies and multinationals on project structuring and financing.\" Chambers 2025 \"..an eminent Abu Dhabi-based lawyer who is widely praised for his robust non-contentious construction practice\"  Chambers 2025 \"Co-head Tim Burbury is a key figure for gigaprojects and a go-to for many industry players and state-owned entities\" Legal 500 2025 Law360: MVP in Construction Law, an accolade given to only 4 lawyers globally 2021 Band 1, Construction Chambers Global 10 years to 2025 Band 3, Projects \u0026amp; Energy, Middle East Chambers Global (13 years to 2025) Tier 1, Projects \u0026amp; Energy, Saudi Arabia Legal 500: 2020-2022 Who's Who Construction Global Leader: 2017–2025 Leading Lawyer, Construction, Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, UAE Legal 500: 2010–2022 Leading Individual, Saudi Arabia: Construction Legal 500: 2022 University of Tasmania  High Court of Australia Hong Kong Tasmania Victoria Society of Construction Law International District Energy Association Australian Business Group Giga Construction Projects and PPPs - Cities, Transport, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Infrastructure\nSWFs/State owned entities on confidential giga construction projects, including the world's largest construction project. Also advised on ports, hydrogen, industrial cities, data centres, IT, smart cities, telco, transport, complex tunnelling projects and accommodation PPPs. Middle Eastern Government entities on schools, transport, residential/accommodation and 'city' PPPs. Sponsors on the construction (and PPP pass through aspects) of NYU University Abu Dhabi PPP, Zayed University PPP and Paris Sorbonne Abu Dhabi University PPP. Sponsors on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in Saudi Arabia; a SWF on three large workers' accommodation DBFO projects in Saudi Arabia; Concession grantor on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in the UAE. Winning bidder as Sponsor on the RCU Healthcare PPP Project Sponsor on its bid for the Prince Muhammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport PPP in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Power \u0026amp; Utilities (Solar, Wind, Waste, Water)\nSponsor on Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP in Abu Dhabi through to financial close. This is the largest solar PV project in the world, and won MENA Solar Deal of the Year- Project Finance International 2020\nSponsors on their bid for the multi plant Amaala Utilities PPP in Saudi Arabia (2022). This deal won PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024)\nSponsors for the 400 MW Dumat Al Jandal Wind IPP through to financial close. This was the first utility scale wind project in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030, and won PFI Renewable Deal of the Year 2019.\nA Middle East SWF as local sponsor on its involvement in Hamriyah IPP in Sharjah, UAE through to financial close. This deal won MENA Power Deal of the Year – IJGlobal 2020\nConsortium on its bid for the Fujairah 3 IPP in the UAE.\nConsortium on its bid for the multi-utility (14 plants) Red Sea Utility PPP, in Saudi Arabia.\nConsortium on its bids for the 1GW Tanajib IWPP and 1GW Jafurah IWPP in Saudi Arabia; on Facility E IWPP in Qatar and on Guam 400MW IPP through to financial close.\nMiddle Eastern SWF on confidential outbound power and digital infrastructure PE investments.\nSponsors on the O\u0026amp;M contract for an Asian wind project.\nPrivate equity fund on two (2) x 10MW solar IPP acquisitions in Jordan.\nSponsors on the EPC and O\u0026amp;M arrangements associated with a suite of IPPs in Kenya.\nMiddle Eastern Governments on the establishment of a new Green Free Zone, national water strategy, and environmental standards and regulations.\nConsortium on bids for a Rabigh 3 IWP, Shuqaiq 3 IWP Yanbu 4 IWP, Jubail 3B IWP and Dammam ISTP and Jeddah 2 ISTP, all in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030.\nA Middle Eastern Government on waste projects including PPPs\nSponsors on a Middle East industrial effluent treatment PPP project.\nSponsors on the Barwon Biosolids PPP in Australia.\nSponsors on the Eastern Creek Waste PPP in Australia.\nAdvised on 60+ district cooling/trigeneration projects including for: Diriyah Gate, KEC, MiSK City, Masdar City, Seaworld Abu Dhabi, Dubai EXPO2020, Lusail City; Riyadh Avenues, KFUPM Business Park; Jeddah Tower; Saadiyat Island; King Abdulaziz Road, New York University; Eastern Mangroves; TDIC Headquarters; ADNEC Capital Center; Danet Cit; Abu Dhabi World Trade Center, Yas Island, Palm Jebel Ali, Jimi Mall, Palazzo Versace, Mina Rashid, Dubai Maritime City, Bahrain World Trade Center, Zayed University, Reem Island, City Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, Presidential Palace, Dubai Sports City, Akoya Oxygen, Mirdif Hills, ICT Tower, Danat Hospital, Jabal Omar, Maryah Island, Raha Beach, Raha Gardens, Prince Sultan Cultural City, Jeddah Headquarters, Al Mamoura, Confidential acquisitions in Malaysia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia. 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Finance \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"IFLR1000 2021\"}{{ FIELD }}ACWA Power on its US$ 693 million acquisition of ownership interests in power generation, water desalination and associated O\u0026amp;M companies in Kuwait and Bahrain from Engie SA.{{ FIELD }}UAE Government-owned entities on the financing, acquisition and grid integration of captive power and water assets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.{{ FIELD }}EverWind Fuels on Americas’ first green hydrogen / export megaproject in Nova Scotia, Canada.{{ FIELD }}Saudi Arabia’s new gigaproject development company, on a $6.5 billion green energy joint venture with ACWA Power and Air Products that will incorporate the region’s largest wind and solar renewables production projects (4GW in total), as well as a ground-breaking green hydrogen / green ammonia export project.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on its acquisition of an interest in Masdar and the creation of a world-leading green hydrogen investment platform.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on the procurement of new onshore and offshore accommodation facilities in Abu Dhabi.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on the disposal of a minority interest in ADNOC Refining (with a valuation of circa $20 billion) to Eni and OMV.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on the purchase of a 10% interest in VTTI, giving ADNOC access to a network of 15 hydrocarbon storage terminals across 14 countries.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on the disposal of a majority interest in ADNOC Fertilisers to OCI.{{ FIELD }}Reliance Industries Limited on Saudi Aramco’s acquisition of an interest in its oil-to-chemicals business.{{ FIELD }}The Government of a North African country on the development of a $25 billion nuclear new build project, including the negotiation of the EPC, Fuel Supply, O\u0026amp;M and Radio-active Waste Treatment contracts.{{ FIELD }}Bond underwriters on the project bond refinancing of the Mirfa IWPP in Abu Dhabi.{{ FIELD }}Masdar and Bee’ah on the development and financing of the Sharjah Waste-to-Energy Project, the GCC’s first waste-to energy project.{{ FIELD }}The lenders to the Engie consortium on the $2.1 billion development and financing of the Fadhili IPP in Saudi Arabia. Awarded MENA “Power Deal of the Year” at the IJGlobal Awards, 2017.{{ FIELD }}The initial purchasers on the $814 million bond offering by ACWA Power Management and Investments One Limited.{{ FIELD }}The Dow Chemical Company on its $20 billion joint venture with Saudi Aramco to develop and finance the Sadara Integrated Chemicals Project in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Citadel Capital (now Qalaa Holdings) in connection with the $3.7 billion development and financing of Egyptian Refining Company’s Mostorod refinery, which is Africa’s largest-ever private sector project financing project and IFLR’s 2012 “Middle East Project Finance Deal of the Year”{{ FIELD }}The lenders to the Oman Oil Company and LG International consortium developing the Musandam IPP in Oman.{{ FIELD }}The lenders to International Power S.A.’s bid for the Ibri/Sohar 3 IPPs in Oman.{{ FIELD }}ACWA Power in connection with the Nam Dinh IPP in Vietnam.{{ FIELD }}The lenders to ACWA Power in connection with its bids for the Saudi Aramco Cogeneration Projects in Hawiyah, Abqaiq and Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia and the Mirfa IWPP in Abu Dhabi, UAE.{{ FIELD }}The lenders in connection with the Mesaieed A IPP in Qatar.{{ FIELD }}Masdar on its acquisition of an interest in the Cibuk 1 Wind Farm being developed in Serbia.{{ FIELD }}A consortium led by ACWA Power in connection with its bid for the Riyadh PP11 IPP in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Masdar on its bid for the 100 MW Solar Photovoltaic IPP in Dubai.{{ FIELD }}The lenders to the consortia led by ACWA Power in connection with bids for the Hassyan 1 IPP in Dubai, U.A.E., the Az Zour North IPP in Kuwait and the Qurayyat IWP in Oman.{{ FIELD }}ADNOC on its $4.5 billion energy supply arrangements with The Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation.{{ FIELD }}Dolphin Energy in connection with its long and short-term gas supply and purchase arrangements in the UAE and Qatar.{{ FIELD }}The minority shareholder on all aspects of the establishment and financing of a joint venture with Transocean for the construction of the Discoverer Luanda (an enhanced enterprise class drill ship) subcontracted to BP for oil drilling operations offshore Angola.{{ FIELD }}Guinea Alumina Corporation (and its parent company, Emirates Global Aluminium, which is owned by Mubadala and DUBAL) on the $1.6 billion development and financing of a bauxite mine in the Republic of Guinea.{{ FIELD }}Mubadala Investment Company and Trafigura in respect of their investment in MMX Porto Sudeste LTDA’s iron ore port in Brazil.{{ FIELD }}Brendan Hundt is a partner in our Corporate, Finance and Investments practice group, working from our Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices. He focuses on international project development and financing in the infrastructure, power and water and oil and gas sectors. He specializes on energy and infrastructure projects in the MENA region funded on a limited recourse basis.\nBrendan represents corporate and government entities including the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, ACWA Power, ENGIE, Mubadala Investment Company, The Dow Chemical Company, Dubal Holding, Reliance Industries Limited, EverWind, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC). Partner Rising Star Partner (Project Development and Project Finance in the UAE)  IFLR1000 EMEA 2025 Rated as a “Notable Practitioner” for UAE Project Development \u0026amp; Finance  IFLR1000 2021 University of Technology Sydney  University of Technology Sydney  England and Wales New South Wales ACWA Power on its US$ 693 million acquisition of ownership interests in power generation, water desalination and associated O\u0026amp;M companies in Kuwait and Bahrain from Engie SA. UAE Government-owned entities on the financing, acquisition and grid integration of captive power and water assets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. EverWind Fuels on Americas’ first green hydrogen / export megaproject in Nova Scotia, Canada. Saudi Arabia’s new gigaproject development company, on a $6.5 billion green energy joint venture with ACWA Power and Air Products that will incorporate the region’s largest wind and solar renewables production projects (4GW in total), as well as a ground-breaking green hydrogen / green ammonia export project. ADNOC on its acquisition of an interest in Masdar and the creation of a world-leading green hydrogen investment platform. ADNOC on the procurement of new onshore and offshore accommodation facilities in Abu Dhabi. ADNOC on the disposal of a minority interest in ADNOC Refining (with a valuation of circa $20 billion) to Eni and OMV. ADNOC on the purchase of a 10% interest in VTTI, giving ADNOC access to a network of 15 hydrocarbon storage terminals across 14 countries. ADNOC on the disposal of a majority interest in ADNOC Fertilisers to OCI. Reliance Industries Limited on Saudi Aramco’s acquisition of an interest in its oil-to-chemicals business. The Government of a North African country on the development of a $25 billion nuclear new build project, including the negotiation of the EPC, Fuel Supply, O\u0026amp;M and Radio-active Waste Treatment contracts. Bond underwriters on the project bond refinancing of the Mirfa IWPP in Abu Dhabi. Masdar and Bee’ah on the development and financing of the Sharjah Waste-to-Energy Project, the GCC’s first waste-to energy project. The lenders to the Engie consortium on the $2.1 billion development and financing of the Fadhili IPP in Saudi Arabia. Awarded MENA “Power Deal of the Year” at the IJGlobal Awards, 2017. The initial purchasers on the $814 million bond offering by ACWA Power Management and Investments One Limited. The Dow Chemical Company on its $20 billion joint venture with Saudi Aramco to develop and finance the Sadara Integrated Chemicals Project in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Citadel Capital (now Qalaa Holdings) in connection with the $3.7 billion development and financing of Egyptian Refining Company’s Mostorod refinery, which is Africa’s largest-ever private sector project financing project and IFLR’s 2012 “Middle East Project Finance Deal of the Year” The lenders to the Oman Oil Company and LG International consortium developing the Musandam IPP in Oman. The lenders to International Power S.A.’s bid for the Ibri/Sohar 3 IPPs in Oman. ACWA Power in connection with the Nam Dinh IPP in Vietnam. The lenders to ACWA Power in connection with its bids for the Saudi Aramco Cogeneration Projects in Hawiyah, Abqaiq and Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia and the Mirfa IWPP in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The lenders in connection with the Mesaieed A IPP in Qatar. Masdar on its acquisition of an interest in the Cibuk 1 Wind Farm being developed in Serbia. A consortium led by ACWA Power in connection with its bid for the Riyadh PP11 IPP in Saudi Arabia. Masdar on its bid for the 100 MW Solar Photovoltaic IPP in Dubai. The lenders to the consortia led by ACWA Power in connection with bids for the Hassyan 1 IPP in Dubai, U.A.E., the Az Zour North IPP in Kuwait and the Qurayyat IWP in Oman. ADNOC on its $4.5 billion energy supply arrangements with The Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation. Dolphin Energy in connection with its long and short-term gas supply and purchase arrangements in the UAE and Qatar. The minority shareholder on all aspects of the establishment and financing of a joint venture with Transocean for the construction of the Discoverer Luanda (an enhanced enterprise class drill ship) subcontracted to BP for oil drilling operations offshore Angola. Guinea Alumina Corporation (and its parent company, Emirates Global Aluminium, which is owned by Mubadala and DUBAL) on the $1.6 billion development and financing of a bauxite mine in the Republic of Guinea. Mubadala Investment Company and Trafigura in respect of their investment in MMX Porto Sudeste LTDA’s iron ore port in Brazil.","searchable_name":"Brendan Hundt","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":202,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"match_score_text":"2.0","total_score":0,"last_name":"issa","first_name":"nabil","middle_name":"a.","nick_name":"nabil","id":448928,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":1758,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eNabil A. Issa is a partner in the Corporate, Finance and Investments Group of King \u0026amp; Spalding, working from Riyadh and the UAE offices.\u0026nbsp; Mr. Issa's experience includes work in the areas of funds, joint ventures, foreign investment, private equity, privatizations, venture capital, healthcare, energy, restructurings and real estate industry transactions. 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Issa is a partner in the Corporate, Finance and Investments Group of King \u0026amp; Spalding, working from Riyadh and the UAE offices.\u0026nbsp; Mr. Issa's experience includes work in the areas of funds, joint ventures, foreign investment, private equity, privatizations, venture capital, healthcare, energy, restructurings and real estate industry transactions. He is particularly known for his development of innovative funds and investment structures for real estate and private equity investments in Saudi Arabia. [[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNabil is regularly cited by independent legal directories and client-based surveys. \u003cem\u003eChambers Global\u003c/em\u003e 2023 highly ranks Nabil for his corporate and investment funds work (Band 1) in the Middle East and recognizes him as an expert in Saudi corporate (Band 1) and capital market matters.\u0026nbsp; \u003cem\u003eChambers Global\u003c/em\u003e, identifies Nabil as a \u0026ldquo;renowned M\u0026amp;A and investment funds practitioner who splits his time between Dubai and the firm's associated office in Riyadh\u0026rdquo;. Clients describe him as an \"excellent business lawyer\" and commend him for \"his knowledge and understanding of the business environment in Dubai and Saudi\", mentioning that this \"makes him one of the most valuable mentors for business managers in the region\".\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoreover, Nabil is listed as a \u0026ldquo;Leading Individual\u0026rdquo; for his corporate work in Saudi Arabia by \u003cem\u003eLegal500 EMEA 2023 \u003c/em\u003eand on their \"Power List\" as a leading M\u0026amp;A lawyer in the Middle East.\u0026nbsp; He was again recognized in 2023 by \u003cem\u003eAsian Legal Business\u003c/em\u003e in its MENA Super 50 list for outstanding client service.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNabil received both his J.D. and a graduate certification in Middle East and Islamic Law from the University of Pennsylvania.\u0026nbsp; Following graduation, Nabil was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship to UAE University. Nabil was a founding member and senior editor of the \u003cem\u003eJournal of Constitutional Law\u003c/em\u003e at the University of Pennsylvania.\u0026nbsp; Nabil is proficient in Arabic as well as being fluent in English.\u003c/p\u003e","matters":["\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Equity/Venture Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvents Investment Fund\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; \u003c/em\u003ecounsel in relation to various funds and joint venture agreement to develop iconic entertainment facilities in Saudi Arabia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGulf Islamic Investments\u0026nbsp;\u0026ndash; \u003c/em\u003ecounsel on all aspects of structuring and documentation in relation to the acquisition of a majority stake in Al Meswak Dental Clinics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWestern Union\u003c/em\u003e \u0026ndash; counsel in relation to structuring and acquisition of a minority stake in stc Pay, creating the first Unicorn in Saudi Arabia and the first fintech Unicorn in the Middle East and first Saudi digital bank as stc Bank\u003cem\u003e (awarded \u0026ldquo;M\u0026amp;A, Equity \u0026amp; 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Insolvency), UAE\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"IFLR1000 EMEA 2025\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Recommended - Tier 1 Commercial, Corporate and M\u0026amp;A\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 EMEA 2022\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Band 1: Investment Funds in the Middle East \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Global, 2014–2022\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Leading Individual: Corporate—Saudi Arabia\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Europe, Middle East \u0026amp; Africa, 2019-2023\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Band 2: Corporate—Middle East \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Global, 2022\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Leading Corporate Lawyer\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"The Best Lawyers Saudi Arabia, 2016-2018\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Leading Lawyer: All 15 categories \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Islamic Finance News\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Guide to the World’s Leading Islamic Finance Lawyers\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Euromoney 2021\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Guide to the World’s Leading Emerging Markets Lawyers\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Euromoney 2021\"}{{ FIELD }}Private Equity/Venture Capital\nEvents Investment Fund – counsel in relation to various funds and joint venture agreement to develop iconic entertainment facilities in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Gulf Islamic Investments – counsel on all aspects of structuring and documentation in relation to the acquisition of a majority stake in Al Meswak Dental Clinics.{{ FIELD }}Western Union – counsel in relation to structuring and acquisition of a minority stake in stc Pay, creating the first Unicorn in Saudi Arabia and the first fintech Unicorn in the Middle East and first Saudi digital bank as stc Bank (awarded “M\u0026amp;A, Equity \u0026amp; IPO Deal of the Year” for 2020 by Islamic Finance News).{{ FIELD }}Gateway Fund I – counsel in relation to acquiring a stake in the Tim Horton’s franchise throughout the GCC (awarded “Cross Border Deal of the Year” for 2020 by Islamic Finance News).{{ FIELD }}Ikcon – counsel in relation to its Series A round and sale to REEF Technology (awarded both \"Cross Border and UAE Deal of the Year\" for 2021 by Islamic Finance News).{{ FIELD }}Gulf Capital – counsel in relation to the sale of a chain of radiology clinics in Saudi Arabia to Mediterranea Capital through a fund structure and restructuring of the same (shortlisted for IFLR “M\u0026amp;A Deal of the Year” in 2020).{{ FIELD }}Soliman Fakeeh – counsel in relation to acquisition of a stake in Saudi Arabian Airline's medical center resulting in the first healthcare privatization in Saudi Arabia under the Vision 2030 program.{{ FIELD }}NMG – counsel in relation to acquisition of a stake in a Saudi Arabian company through a sukuk mudaraba (named Islamic Finance News \"Most Innovative Deal of the Year\" for 2019).{{ FIELD }}Jabal Omar Development Company – counsel in relation to sale and leaseback of various hotels in Mecca for SR 6 billion to a public fund managed by Alinma Invest and advice on potential restructuring.{{ FIELD }}NMC Healthcare plc – counsel on formation of a fund, structure and investments in multiple hospitals and medical centers in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Saudi Aramco Entrepreneurship Ventures (Wa'ed) – counsel on the structuring and acquisition of various early stage companies in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Mizuho Gulf – counsel in relation to formation of a fund and majority acquisition of a food \u0026amp;amp; beverage company in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Naqel Express – counsel in relation to sellers to Saudi post.{{ FIELD }}Wadi Makkah – counsel in relation to a structure through ADGM and multiple acquisitions of early stage companies in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Geidea – counsel in relation to sale of a stake to Gulf Capital utilizing a unique DIFC structure, which was the largest fintech deal at the time.{{ FIELD }}Investcorp – counsel on acquisition of a stake in Bindawood Group, which own one of the largest chains of grocery stores and related businesses in Saudi Arabia, which is Investcorp’s largest investment in the Middle East to date.{{ FIELD }}Malaz Capital – counsel in relation to the sale and leaseback of two BAE compounds in Saudi Arabia and eventual sale of the Salwa compound.{{ FIELD }}NBK Capital – counsel on its exit from Hanco, a leading fleet leasing and rental company in Saudi Arabia (awarded \"The Deal of the Year\" by The Banker in May 2012).{{ FIELD }}Jadwa Investment – counsel to consortium regarding successful bid and acquisition of a stake in the Saudi Aramco Lubricating Oil Refinery Company (Luberef) in Saudi Arabia (awarded “Most Innovative Islamic Finance Deal of the Year 2008” at the 7th Annual Euromoney’s Islamic Finance Awards 2009) and documentation of a Shari’ah-compliant CMA fund (awarded “Best New Private Equity Fund” by Private Equity World (MENA) November 2008).{{ FIELD }}Corporate/Restructurings\nAzmeel Contracting – counsel in relation to US$2 billion restructuring and a Saudi FRP utilizing a Sukuk mudaraba (awarded restructuring deal of the year by Islamic Finance News and shortlisted for the same by IFLR in 2023).\nSME Authority – counsel on potential revisions to laws and regulations in relation to private equity and venture capital industries in Saudi Arabia.\nVarious Family Groups – counsel in relation to restructurings in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and various private wealth mandates.\nDiaverum – counsel in relation to the structuring and successful bid for the privatization of dialysis centers in Saudi Arabia.\nAl Borg Laboratories – counsel in relation to restructuring prior to partial acquisition by Investcorp.\nVarious major U.S. defense contractors – counsel in relation to their sales and joint ventures in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi.\nAl Noor Hospitals Group PLC – counsel on the restructuring of its Abu Dhabi operations, resulting in its £221m initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange.{{ FIELD }}Investment Funds\nSovereign Wealth Fund – counsel on the formation of a fund of funds over SR 4 billion focused on venture capital and private equity in Saudi Arabia.\nAlinma Investment and Jeddah Economic Company – counsel on the formation and financing of a fund to develop the kilometer high tower in Jeddah.\nMerak Capital – counsel in relation to a CMA debt fund.\nVarious CMI's – counsel to multiple client in relation to forming Saudi CMA regulated REITs.\nSolidere International – counsel on the formation of a CMA fund and investments over SR 2 billion in Saudi Arabia in addition to advice in relation to a DIFC holding company.\nAl Rajhi Capital and Arcapita Bank – counsel regarding formation of a Saudi Arabian property income fund and acquisition and sale-lease back of a warehouse from Savola, in addition to sale of the fund’s assets.\nSHUAA Capital Saudi Arabia – counsel regarding documentation for a Shari’ah-Compliant SR2 billion hospitality fund in Saudi Arabia and related agreements with Rotana Hotel Management LLC, in addition to acquisition of various properties to develop hotel properties in Jeddah and formation of new sub-funds.\nSEDCO Capital – counsel regarding formation of a Shari’ah-compliant Saudi Arabian property income fund and a related REIT in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Nabil A. Issa is a partner in the Corporate, Finance and Investments Group of King \u0026amp; Spalding, working from Riyadh and the UAE offices.  Mr. Issa's experience includes work in the areas of funds, joint ventures, foreign investment, private equity, privatizations, venture capital, healthcare, energy, restructurings and real estate industry transactions. He is particularly known for his development of innovative funds and investment structures for real estate and private equity investments in Saudi Arabia. \nNabil is regularly cited by independent legal directories and client-based surveys. Chambers Global 2023 highly ranks Nabil for his corporate and investment funds work (Band 1) in the Middle East and recognizes him as an expert in Saudi corporate (Band 1) and capital market matters.  Chambers Global, identifies Nabil as a “renowned M\u0026amp;A and investment funds practitioner who splits his time between Dubai and the firm's associated office in Riyadh”. Clients describe him as an \"excellent business lawyer\" and commend him for \"his knowledge and understanding of the business environment in Dubai and Saudi\", mentioning that this \"makes him one of the most valuable mentors for business managers in the region\". \nMoreover, Nabil is listed as a “Leading Individual” for his corporate work in Saudi Arabia by Legal500 EMEA 2023 and on their \"Power List\" as a leading M\u0026amp;A lawyer in the Middle East.  He was again recognized in 2023 by Asian Legal Business in its MENA Super 50 list for outstanding client service.\nNabil received both his J.D. and a graduate certification in Middle East and Islamic Law from the University of Pennsylvania.  Following graduation, Nabil was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship to UAE University. Nabil was a founding member and senior editor of the Journal of Constitutional Law at the University of Pennsylvania.  Nabil is proficient in Arabic as well as being fluent in English. Partner Highly Regarded (Private Equity, M\u0026amp;A and Restructuring \u0026amp; Insolvency), UAE IFLR1000 EMEA 2025 Recommended - Tier 1 Commercial, Corporate and M\u0026amp;A Legal 500 EMEA 2022 Band 1: Investment Funds in the Middle East  Chambers Global, 2014–2022 Leading Individual: Corporate—Saudi Arabia Legal 500 Europe, Middle East \u0026amp; Africa, 2019-2023 Band 2: Corporate—Middle East  Chambers Global, 2022 Leading Corporate Lawyer The Best Lawyers Saudi Arabia, 2016-2018 Leading Lawyer: All 15 categories  Islamic Finance News Guide to the World’s Leading Islamic Finance Lawyers Euromoney 2021 Guide to the World’s Leading Emerging Markets Lawyers Euromoney 2021 University of California-San Diego  University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania Law School District of Columbia New Jersey New York American Bar Association Private Equity/Venture Capital\nEvents Investment Fund – counsel in relation to various funds and joint venture agreement to develop iconic entertainment facilities in Saudi Arabia. Gulf Islamic Investments – counsel on all aspects of structuring and documentation in relation to the acquisition of a majority stake in Al Meswak Dental Clinics. Western Union – counsel in relation to structuring and acquisition of a minority stake in stc Pay, creating the first Unicorn in Saudi Arabia and the first fintech Unicorn in the Middle East and first Saudi digital bank as stc Bank (awarded “M\u0026amp;A, Equity \u0026amp; IPO Deal of the Year” for 2020 by Islamic Finance News). Gateway Fund I – counsel in relation to acquiring a stake in the Tim Horton’s franchise throughout the GCC (awarded “Cross Border Deal of the Year” for 2020 by Islamic Finance News). Ikcon – counsel in relation to its Series A round and sale to REEF Technology (awarded both \"Cross Border and UAE Deal of the Year\" for 2021 by Islamic Finance News). Gulf Capital – counsel in relation to the sale of a chain of radiology clinics in Saudi Arabia to Mediterranea Capital through a fund structure and restructuring of the same (shortlisted for IFLR “M\u0026amp;A Deal of the Year” in 2020). Soliman Fakeeh – counsel in relation to acquisition of a stake in Saudi Arabian Airline's medical center resulting in the first healthcare privatization in Saudi Arabia under the Vision 2030 program. NMG – counsel in relation to acquisition of a stake in a Saudi Arabian company through a sukuk mudaraba (named Islamic Finance News \"Most Innovative Deal of the Year\" for 2019). Jabal Omar Development Company – counsel in relation to sale and leaseback of various hotels in Mecca for SR 6 billion to a public fund managed by Alinma Invest and advice on potential restructuring. NMC Healthcare plc – counsel on formation of a fund, structure and investments in multiple hospitals and medical centers in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Aramco Entrepreneurship Ventures (Wa'ed) – counsel on the structuring and acquisition of various early stage companies in Saudi Arabia. Mizuho Gulf – counsel in relation to formation of a fund and majority acquisition of a food \u0026amp;amp; beverage company in Saudi Arabia. Naqel Express – counsel in relation to sellers to Saudi post. Wadi Makkah – counsel in relation to a structure through ADGM and multiple acquisitions of early stage companies in Saudi Arabia. Geidea – counsel in relation to sale of a stake to Gulf Capital utilizing a unique DIFC structure, which was the largest fintech deal at the time. Investcorp – counsel on acquisition of a stake in Bindawood Group, which own one of the largest chains of grocery stores and related businesses in Saudi Arabia, which is Investcorp’s largest investment in the Middle East to date. Malaz Capital – counsel in relation to the sale and leaseback of two BAE compounds in Saudi Arabia and eventual sale of the Salwa compound. NBK Capital – counsel on its exit from Hanco, a leading fleet leasing and rental company in Saudi Arabia (awarded \"The Deal of the Year\" by The Banker in May 2012). Jadwa Investment – counsel to consortium regarding successful bid and acquisition of a stake in the Saudi Aramco Lubricating Oil Refinery Company (Luberef) in Saudi Arabia (awarded “Most Innovative Islamic Finance Deal of the Year 2008” at the 7th Annual Euromoney’s Islamic Finance Awards 2009) and documentation of a Shari’ah-compliant CMA fund (awarded “Best New Private Equity Fund” by Private Equity World (MENA) November 2008). Corporate/Restructurings\nAzmeel Contracting – counsel in relation to US$2 billion restructuring and a Saudi FRP utilizing a Sukuk mudaraba (awarded restructuring deal of the year by Islamic Finance News and shortlisted for the same by IFLR in 2023).\nSME Authority – counsel on potential revisions to laws and regulations in relation to private equity and venture capital industries in Saudi Arabia.\nVarious Family Groups – counsel in relation to restructurings in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and various private wealth mandates.\nDiaverum – counsel in relation to the structuring and successful bid for the privatization of dialysis centers in Saudi Arabia.\nAl Borg Laboratories – counsel in relation to restructuring prior to partial acquisition by Investcorp.\nVarious major U.S. defense contractors – counsel in relation to their sales and joint ventures in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi.\nAl Noor Hospitals Group PLC – counsel on the restructuring of its Abu Dhabi operations, resulting in its £221m initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange. Investment Funds\nSovereign Wealth Fund – counsel on the formation of a fund of funds over SR 4 billion focused on venture capital and private equity in Saudi Arabia.\nAlinma Investment and Jeddah Economic Company – counsel on the formation and financing of a fund to develop the kilometer high tower in Jeddah.\nMerak Capital – counsel in relation to a CMA debt fund.\nVarious CMI's – counsel to multiple client in relation to forming Saudi CMA regulated REITs.\nSolidere International – counsel on the formation of a CMA fund and investments over SR 2 billion in Saudi Arabia in addition to advice in relation to a DIFC holding company.\nAl Rajhi Capital and Arcapita Bank – counsel regarding formation of a Saudi Arabian property income fund and acquisition and sale-lease back of a warehouse from Savola, in addition to sale of the fund’s assets.\nSHUAA Capital Saudi Arabia – counsel regarding documentation for a Shari’ah-Compliant SR2 billion hospitality fund in Saudi Arabia and related agreements with Rotana Hotel Management LLC, in addition to acquisition of various properties to develop hotel properties in Jeddah and formation of new sub-funds.\nSEDCO Capital – counsel regarding formation of a Shari’ah-compliant Saudi Arabian property income fund and a related REIT in Saudi Arabia.","searchable_name":"Nabil A. 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He advises clients on the structuring, formation and governance of various types of public and private, listed and unlisted investment funds, including private equity, venture capital, real estate and infrastructure, credit, equity and money market investment funds and also generally advises clients on innovative corporate, real estate\u0026nbsp;and other investment structures in the GCC region, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, Sayf continues to advise global and regional asset managers and placement agents on securities laws and the corporate and regulatory aspects of structuring and establishing regulated asset management and advisory businesses in the region.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLegal 500 EMEA ranked Sayf as a \u0026ldquo;Next Generation Partner\u0026rdquo; for Investment Fund Formation\u0026nbsp;and Management.\u003c/p\u003e","slug":"sayf-shuqair","email":"sshuqair@kslaw.com","phone":null,"matters":["\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFund Formation - Private Equity and Venture Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eJadwa Investment Company\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of its first regional blind-pool private equity fund with a total size of SAR 1 billion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eSaudi Fransi Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of a SAR 1.5 billion Shariah-compliant private equity fund to develop, own and operate data centers in Saudi Arabia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAshmore Investment Saudi Arabia\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of two parallel private equity funds with a size of SAR 1 billion to invest in the Saudi Arabian healthcare sector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eMerak Capital\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eon the establishment of the first Saudi Arabian domiciled private equity fund that focuses on the gaming sector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eArtal Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of a Saudi Arabian domiciled private equity fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFund Formation - Real Estate\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eSaudi Fransi Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of a SAR 4 billion real estate development fund for purposes of developing a portion of King Salman Park in Riyadh.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Arcapita\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of a SAR 1.8 billion Saudi Arabian domiciled logistics fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eJeddah Economic City\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the creation of a Shari\u0026rsquo;ah-compliant US$2.23 billion fund to finance the completion of Kingdom Tower in Jeddah, which will be the world\u0026rsquo;s tallest tower.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eEmirates NBD Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eArcapita\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of a USD 200 million Shariah compliant real estate fund to invest in the Saudi Arabian logistics sector.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eDerayah Financial Company\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eon the structuring of multiple income generating and development real estate funds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eSEDCO Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the formation of a Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate fund.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFund Formation - Publicly Listed REITs and CEITFs\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eRiyad Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the establishment of Riyad REIT, the first REIT to be approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eJadwa Investment Company, SEDCO Capital, Alkhabeer Capital and others\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eon the establishment various REITs approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresent\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAlkhabeer Capital\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;on the formation of the first closed-ended traded fund approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange. 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Real Estate\nRepresent Saudi Fransi Capital on the establishment of a SAR 4 billion real estate development fund for purposes of developing a portion of King Salman Park in Riyadh.{{ FIELD }}Represent Arcapita on the establishment of a SAR 1.8 billion Saudi Arabian domiciled logistics fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Jeddah Economic City on the creation of a Shari’ah-compliant US$2.23 billion fund to finance the completion of Kingdom Tower in Jeddah, which will be the world’s tallest tower.{{ FIELD }}Represent Emirates NBD Capital and Arcapita on the establishment of a USD 200 million Shariah compliant real estate fund to invest in the Saudi Arabian logistics sector.{{ FIELD }}Represent Derayah Financial Company on the structuring of multiple income generating and development real estate funds.{{ FIELD }}Represent SEDCO Capital on the formation of a Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate fund.{{ FIELD }}Fund Formation - Publicly Listed REITs and CEITFs\nRepresent Riyad Capital on the establishment of Riyad REIT, the first REIT to be approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange.{{ FIELD }}Represent Jadwa Investment Company, SEDCO Capital, Alkhabeer Capital and others on the establishment various REITs approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange.{{ FIELD }}Represent Alkhabeer Capital on the formation of the first closed-ended traded fund approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange. Also advised Alkhabeer Capital on the establishment of two-subsequent closed-ended investment traded funds that are listed on the Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange.{{ FIELD }}Fund Formation - Credit Funds\nRepresent Riyad Capital to establish a Saudi Arabian domiciled credit fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Al Rajhi Capital to establish Al Rajhi International Corporate Credit Fund, a Shari’ah compliant Saudi Arabian domiciled fund investing in credit opportunities internationally.{{ FIELD }}Represent Sidra Capital on the establishment of a Saudi Arabian domiciled direct financing fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Merak Capital in establishing a Saudi Arabian domiciled direct financing fund.{{ FIELD }}Fund Formation - Fixed Income and Money Market\nRepresent Franklin Templeton on the structuring and establishment of its first Saudi Arabian domiciled fixed income fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Al Jazira Capital to enter into a joint venture with Guidance Investments and ATEL Capital Group establish a Saudi Arabian equipment leasing and financing fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Samba Capital on the establishment of a first-of-its kind SAR 2 billion public Saudi Arabian fund to invest in sovereign Sukuk.{{ FIELD }}Represent SEDCO Capital and Derayah Financial Company on the structuring and establishment of various fixed income and money market funds.{{ FIELD }}Regulated Entities\nRepresent various clients including Franklin Templeton, Ninety One, Arcapita, Sahm Capital, Greenstone, Arch Capital and others in establishing regulated entities licensed by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority.{{ FIELD }}Sayf's practice focuses on the investment funds and asset management industry in the Middle East, particularly in relation to the structuring and establishment of various types of investment funds used to raise Middle East capital. In addition to his core investment funds practice, Sayf also leads on financial services regulatory matters and is a core member of the firm's real estate practice in the Middle East. \nSayf mainly advises regional and global clients on various asset management and investment structuring matters. He advises clients on the structuring, formation and governance of various types of public and private, listed and unlisted investment funds, including private equity, venture capital, real estate and infrastructure, credit, equity and money market investment funds and also generally advises clients on innovative corporate, real estate and other investment structures in the GCC region, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia.\nIn addition, Sayf continues to advise global and regional asset managers and placement agents on securities laws and the corporate and regulatory aspects of structuring and establishing regulated asset management and advisory businesses in the region.\nLegal 500 EMEA ranked Sayf as a “Next Generation Partner” for Investment Fund Formation and Management. Sayf Shuqair lawyer Partner Rising Star - Investment Fund Formation and Management, United Arab Emirates Legal 500 EMEA 2023 University of Kent  Fund Formation - Private Equity and Venture Capital\nRepresent Jadwa Investment Company on the establishment of its first regional blind-pool private equity fund with a total size of SAR 1 billion. Represent Saudi Fransi Capital on the establishment of a SAR 1.5 billion Shariah-compliant private equity fund to develop, own and operate data centers in Saudi Arabia. Represent Ashmore Investment Saudi Arabia on the establishment of two parallel private equity funds with a size of SAR 1 billion to invest in the Saudi Arabian healthcare sector. Represent Merak Capital on the establishment of the first Saudi Arabian domiciled private equity fund that focuses on the gaming sector. Represent Artal Capital on the establishment of a Saudi Arabian domiciled private equity fund. Fund Formation - Real Estate\nRepresent Saudi Fransi Capital on the establishment of a SAR 4 billion real estate development fund for purposes of developing a portion of King Salman Park in Riyadh. Represent Arcapita on the establishment of a SAR 1.8 billion Saudi Arabian domiciled logistics fund. Represent Jeddah Economic City on the creation of a Shari’ah-compliant US$2.23 billion fund to finance the completion of Kingdom Tower in Jeddah, which will be the world’s tallest tower. Represent Emirates NBD Capital and Arcapita on the establishment of a USD 200 million Shariah compliant real estate fund to invest in the Saudi Arabian logistics sector. Represent Derayah Financial Company on the structuring of multiple income generating and development real estate funds. Represent SEDCO Capital on the formation of a Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate fund. Fund Formation - Publicly Listed REITs and CEITFs\nRepresent Riyad Capital on the establishment of Riyad REIT, the first REIT to be approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Represent Jadwa Investment Company, SEDCO Capital, Alkhabeer Capital and others on the establishment various REITs approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Represent Alkhabeer Capital on the formation of the first closed-ended traded fund approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange. Also advised Alkhabeer Capital on the establishment of two-subsequent closed-ended investment traded funds that are listed on the Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange. Fund Formation - Credit Funds\nRepresent Riyad Capital to establish a Saudi Arabian domiciled credit fund. Represent Al Rajhi Capital to establish Al Rajhi International Corporate Credit Fund, a Shari’ah compliant Saudi Arabian domiciled fund investing in credit opportunities internationally. Represent Sidra Capital on the establishment of a Saudi Arabian domiciled direct financing fund. Represent Merak Capital in establishing a Saudi Arabian domiciled direct financing fund. Fund Formation - Fixed Income and Money Market\nRepresent Franklin Templeton on the structuring and establishment of its first Saudi Arabian domiciled fixed income fund. Represent Al Jazira Capital to enter into a joint venture with Guidance Investments and ATEL Capital Group establish a Saudi Arabian equipment leasing and financing fund. Represent Samba Capital on the establishment of a first-of-its kind SAR 2 billion public Saudi Arabian fund to invest in sovereign Sukuk. Represent SEDCO Capital and Derayah Financial Company on the structuring and establishment of various fixed income and money market funds. Regulated Entities\nRepresent various clients including Franklin Templeton, Ninety One, Arcapita, Sahm Capital, Greenstone, Arch Capital and others in establishing regulated entities licensed by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority.","searchable_name":"Sayf Shuqair","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":202,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"match_score_text":"2.0","total_score":0,"last_name":"stull","first_name":"james","middle_name":"r.","nick_name":"james","id":448903,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":1331,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eJames Stull is a partner in our Private Funds, Technology and Capital Markets practices. James primarily focuses on advising sponsors of investments funds and on various other private and public capital raising transactions. 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James primarily focuses on advising sponsors of investments funds and on various other private and public capital raising transactions. James regularly represents Middle East and international sponsors to establish vehicles to invest in various asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, energy and infrastructure, credit, and other alternative assets.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames advises clients on securities laws and the corporate and regulatory aspects of structuring, establishing and liquidating various investment structures, with substantial experience in emerging markets. He regularly assists clients seeking to raise money or deploy capital in the U.S., the various Gulf Cooperation Council jurisdictions and the wider Middle East-North Africa region.\u0026nbsp;[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames has extensive experience counselling sovereign wealth funds, family offices and institutional investors on their investments in private funds.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe also regularly represents issuers, investors and financial institutions in capital-raising transactions, strategic investments, follow-on and secondary offerings and recapitalizations. 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technology companies, which was anchored by ADQ.{{ FIELD }}Represent the Public Investment Fund to establish Jada Fund of Funds Company, a SAR 4 billion fund focused on investments into venture capital and private equity funds.{{ FIELD }}Advise Riyad Capital to establish Riyad Taqnia Fund and Riyad FinTech Fund, venture funds focused on early stage tech and tech-enabled investments in the MENA region.{{ FIELD }}Advise Alkhabeer Capital in the formation of multiple private equity funds, including sector specific funds focused on F\u0026amp;B, healthcare and industrial investments.{{ FIELD }}Advise Ashmore Investments on the formation of a MENA-focused healthcare fund and in relation to a GCC-focused education fund.{{ FIELD }}Advise Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) to establish a fund to invest in financial institutions in Islamic countries and on the structuring of its investments in Senegal, Morocco, Tunisia, Kazakhstan and the Maldives.{{ FIELD 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listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, as well as a capital increase for the REIT.{{ FIELD }}Advise Mindful Wealth and The Entrepreneur’s Investment Office to establish the first open-ended real estate fund in the DIFC.{{ FIELD }}Represent Riyad Capital on structuring and establishing multiple funds to invest in US income-generating real estate assets domiciled both in Saudi Arabia and offshore.{{ FIELD }}Advise Riyad Capital on the establishment of the first open-ended real estate income fund in Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Advise Emirates NBD Capital and Arcapita Bank to establish a Saudi Arabian income generating real estate fund focused on the logistics sector.{{ FIELD }}Represent Al Rajhi Capital on a joint venture with Arcapita Bank to form and offer a Middle East income-producing real estate fund; the establishment of a Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate fund; and the establishment of a Western European real estate fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent Jadwa Investment on the formation of a REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, which was the first REIT approved to invest in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.{{ FIELD }}Advise SEDCO Capital to establish SEDCO Capital REIT, a REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange.{{ FIELD }}Advise Alkhabeer Capital to establish Alkhabeer REIT, a Saudi REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, and multiple subsequent capital increases.{{ FIELD }}Advise Gulf Islamic Investments to establish GII Islamic REIT, the first private REIT in the Dubai International Financial Centre.{{ FIELD }}Represent Hines and The First Investor on the formation and offering of a Luxembourg-domiciled income-producing Brazilian real estate fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent SEDCO Capital in the formation of multiple U.S. income-producing real estate funds; two Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate funds; and a built-to-suit real estate development fund.{{ FIELD }}Fund Formation - Credit Funds\nAdvise Social Development Bank to establish a programmatic SME financing platform with Beehive and Gulf International Bank (GIB).{{ FIELD }}Advise KAMCO Invest to establish a trade finance fund domiciled in the DIFC.{{ FIELD }}Advise International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and Federated Investors in the formation of a sovereign energy trade finance fund.{{ FIELD }}Advise Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Infrastructure Leasing \u0026amp; Financial Services Limited (ILFS) on the proposed formation of a US$1B Shari’ah compliant African infrastructure financing fund.{{ FIELD }}Advise the National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) in a US$1.5 billion joint venture with APICORP to establish a series of ship leasing funds.{{ FIELD }}Advise KFH Capital in a joint venture with Tufton Oceanic to establish a Shari’ah-compliant ship leasing fund.{{ FIELD }}Advise Derayah Financial on the establishment of multiple alternative credit and financing funds domiciled in Saudi Arabia, Cayman Islands and Mauritius.{{ 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equities fund with Muscat Capital; and two Saudi Arabian-listed equities funds.{{ FIELD }}Represent Swicorp on the formation and offering of the following Shari’ah-compliant funds: a hedge fund with a long/short equity strategy; three Middle East public equities funds; and a MENA-focused IPO fund.{{ FIELD }}Represent National Bank of Kuwait on the formation of global equities funds, frontier market equities funds and money market funds denominated in U.S. dollars , euros and Kuwaiti Dinar.{{ FIELD }}Institutional Investor and Limited Partner Representations\nRepresent various limited partners, including sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, family offices and high-net-worth individuals in their investments in and exits from U.S., European, Middle Eastern, Asian and offshore domiciled private equity, real estate and hedge funds.{{ FIELD }}Represent Oman Investment Authority on investments into US and Asian private equity and venture capital funds{{ FIELD }}Represent Social Development Bank on investments into US, European and Asian infrastructure, private equity and credit funds.{{ FIELD }}Represent Saudi Venture Capital Company on investments into multiple GCC and MENA focused venture capital funds.{{ FIELD }}Represent Warba Bank on investments into US real estate funds, US and Asian private equity funds and MENA venture capital funds.{{ FIELD }}Venture Capital and Corporate Transactions\nRepresent Global Ventures on its investments in Mumzworld, Helium Health, Yodawy, SpiderSilk, Red Sea Farms, Kitopi, Elmenus, Paymob, Zension, Arrow Labs, HolidayME, Buseet, Floranow, MUNCH:ON, Mamo Pay, Tarabut Gateway, Pyypl, Minly and Altibbi.{{ FIELD }}Represent Riyad Taqnia Fund on its investments in Beehive, Unifonic, Trukker, SURE Technology, Foodics, Arabot, B8ak, Last Mile, Dokkan Afkar, Souqalmal, Haseel and Eureka.{{ FIELD }}Represent Riyad FinTech Fund on its investments in Forus, Unifonic and Tarabut Gateway.{{ FIELD }}Represent STV LP on its investments in Trukker, Salla, Sary, Gathern, Nexopay and Club.{{ FIELD }}Represent Shorooq Partners on its investments in Sarwa, Retailo, Dharma and Khazna.{{ FIELD }}Represent Impact46 on its investments in Floward, Trukkin, Raqamyah, Merit Incentives, Sanar Trading, Tamara, Telqani, Syarah, Shuttle, Halalah and PlayHera.{{ FIELD }}Represent Derayah Ventures on its investments in Capiter, Maabat, Lendo, Bazaar, Speero, MUNCH:ON, Resal and Sary.{{ FIELD }}Represent Saudi Jordanian Investment Fund on its investment into OpenSooq.com.{{ FIELD }}Represent ADQ on its series F investment in BYJUs, the leading Indian edtech company.{{ FIELD }}Represent Elm Information Technology Company on its VC investments into Foodics, Zid, Cura, Syarah and Carefer.{{ FIELD }}Represent Arrow Labs on its series A financing round led by Draper Ventures.{{ FIELD }}Represent Selfologi on its seed financing round led by Xenel Industries.{{ FIELD }}Represent Salasa on its series A financing round led by Flow and including 500 Startups and Saudi Venture Capital Company.{{ FIELD }}Represent Intelmatix in its seed financing round led by STV.{{ FIELD }}Represent eWTP Arabia on its acquisition of a minority interest in Advanced Communications \u0026amp; Electronic Systems Co (ACES); a joint venture with J\u0026amp;T Express to launch a courier business in Saudi Arabia; and various matters related to its portfolio companies, Beeto, Beem and Rong Cloud.{{ FIELD }}Represent Aramis Partners on the structuring and acquisition of Al Tarbiyah Al Islamiyah School in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.{{ FIELD }}Represent Jadwa Investment on acquisition of significant minority stake in the Saudi Aramco Lubricating Oil Refinery Company (Luberef) in Saudi Arabia; and acquisition of a substantial minority interest in Gulf Union Foods Company, one of Saudi Arabia’s largest juice and beverage producers.{{ FIELD }}Represent Arcapita Bank in the structuring, acquisition and disposition of various portfolio companies, including Caribou Coffee, Church’s Chicken, Cirrus Aircraft Corporation, Tensar Corporation and Varel International.{{ FIELD }}James Stull is a partner in our Private Funds, Technology and Capital Markets practices. James primarily focuses on advising sponsors of investments funds and on various other private and public capital raising transactions. James regularly represents Middle East and international sponsors to establish vehicles to invest in various asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, energy and infrastructure, credit, and other alternative assets.\nJames advises clients on securities laws and the corporate and regulatory aspects of structuring, establishing and liquidating various investment structures, with substantial experience in emerging markets. He regularly assists clients seeking to raise money or deploy capital in the U.S., the various Gulf Cooperation Council jurisdictions and the wider Middle East-North Africa region. \nJames has extensive experience counselling sovereign wealth funds, family offices and institutional investors on their investments in private funds.\nHe also regularly represents issuers, investors and financial institutions in capital-raising transactions, strategic investments, follow-on and secondary offerings and recapitalizations. He also has experience in cross-border acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings and general corporate and securities matters.\nJames has been recognized as a leading lawyer by Chambers Global, The Legal 500, Law360, and IFLR1000 for his funds and corporate practices.\n  James R Stull Partner Highly Regarded (Investment Funds, Private Equity and M\u0026amp;A), UAE IFLR1000 EMEA 2025 Hall of Fame, Investment funds - United Arab Emirates  Legal 500 EMEA 2025 Band 1, Venture Capital \u0026amp; Emerging Companies - United Arab Emirates Chambers Global 2025 Band 1, Middle East-wide Investment Funds  Chambers Global 2025 Leading Individual for UAE Investment Funds Legal 500, 2019-2021 Middle East Investment Funds Chambers Global, 2017-2021 UAE FinTech Chambers FinTech, 2020 - 2021 UAE Investment Funds and Corporate, Saudi Capital Markets and Corporate Legal 500, 2017-2021 Saudi Arabian Corporate  Chambers Global, 2019-2021 Leading Lawyer in the UAE and Saudi Arabia for Investment Funds, Private Equity and M\u0026amp;A IFLR 1000, 2016-2021 Recognized Rising Star for Asset Management  Law 360, 2017-2018 Power 30, Most Influential People in Fund Services MENA Fund Manager, 2016 Finalist for DIFC Courts’ Young Lawyer of the Year 2014 Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt University School of Law Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt University School of Law District of Columbia Georgia American Bar Association State Bar of Georgia Atlanta Bar Association District of Columbia Bar Fund Formation - Private Equity and Venture Capital Funds\nAdvise Global Ventures to establish two venture capital funds focused on early-stage investments in the Middle East and Africa as well as sector- and geography-specific funds focused on FinTech, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Advise Falcon Edge Capital on the formation of Alpha Wave Innovation Fund, an AED 1.1 billion venture capital fund domiciled in the ADGM focused on Indian technology companies, which was anchored by ADQ. Represent the Public Investment Fund to establish Jada Fund of Funds Company, a SAR 4 billion fund focused on investments into venture capital and private equity funds. Advise Riyad Capital to establish Riyad Taqnia Fund and Riyad FinTech Fund, venture funds focused on early stage tech and tech-enabled investments in the MENA region. Advise Alkhabeer Capital in the formation of multiple private equity funds, including sector specific funds focused on F\u0026amp;B, healthcare and industrial investments. Advise Ashmore Investments on the formation of a MENA-focused healthcare fund and in relation to a GCC-focused education fund. Advise Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) to establish a fund to invest in financial institutions in Islamic countries and on the structuring of its investments in Senegal, Morocco, Tunisia, Kazakhstan and the Maldives. Advise ADS Investment Solutions to form a private equity fund domiciled in the ADGM focusing on Central Asian and CIS countries in a joint venture with the government of Uzbekistan. Advise ADS Investment Solutions to form a private equity fund domiciled in the ADGM focusing on investments in EMEA. Advise Jadwa Investment on the formation of multiple private equity funds, including sector specific funds, including F\u0026amp;B, healthcare and logistics. Advise NBK Capital to form a private equity fund focusing on middle-market companies in the MENA region. Fund Formation - Real Estate Funds and REITs\nRepresent Riyad Capital on the establishment of Riyad REIT, the first REIT to be approved by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority and listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, and subsequent capital increase to become the largest REIT by market capitalization in Saudi Arabia. Advise Al Rajhi Capital to establish Al Rajhi REIT, a REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, as well as a capital increase for the REIT. Advise Mindful Wealth and The Entrepreneur’s Investment Office to establish the first open-ended real estate fund in the DIFC. Represent Riyad Capital on structuring and establishing multiple funds to invest in US income-generating real estate assets domiciled both in Saudi Arabia and offshore. Advise Riyad Capital on the establishment of the first open-ended real estate income fund in Saudi Arabia. Advise Emirates NBD Capital and Arcapita Bank to establish a Saudi Arabian income generating real estate fund focused on the logistics sector. Represent Al Rajhi Capital on a joint venture with Arcapita Bank to form and offer a Middle East income-producing real estate fund; the establishment of a Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate fund; and the establishment of a Western European real estate fund. Represent Jadwa Investment on the formation of a REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, which was the first REIT approved to invest in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. Advise SEDCO Capital to establish SEDCO Capital REIT, a REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Advise Alkhabeer Capital to establish Alkhabeer REIT, a Saudi REIT listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, and multiple subsequent capital increases. Advise Gulf Islamic Investments to establish GII Islamic REIT, the first private REIT in the Dubai International Financial Centre. Represent Hines and The First Investor on the formation and offering of a Luxembourg-domiciled income-producing Brazilian real estate fund. Represent SEDCO Capital in the formation of multiple U.S. income-producing real estate funds; two Saudi Arabian income-producing real estate funds; and a built-to-suit real estate development fund. Fund Formation - Credit Funds\nAdvise Social Development Bank to establish a programmatic SME financing platform with Beehive and Gulf International Bank (GIB). Advise KAMCO Invest to establish a trade finance fund domiciled in the DIFC. Advise International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and Federated Investors in the formation of a sovereign energy trade finance fund. Advise Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Infrastructure Leasing \u0026amp; Financial Services Limited (ILFS) on the proposed formation of a US$1B Shari’ah compliant African infrastructure financing fund. Advise the National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) in a US$1.5 billion joint venture with APICORP to establish a series of ship leasing funds. Advise KFH Capital in a joint venture with Tufton Oceanic to establish a Shari’ah-compliant ship leasing fund. Advise Derayah Financial on the establishment of multiple alternative credit and financing funds domiciled in Saudi Arabia, Cayman Islands and Mauritius. Advise Mindful Wealth and The Entrepreneur’s Investment Office to establish an open-ended receivables fund domiciled in the DIFC. Equities, Fixed Income and Hedge Funds\nAdvise Waha Capital to establish the Waha Islamic Income Fund, an open-ended Shari’ah compliant fund investing in both sukuk and equities. Advise McKinley Capital on the formation of a US$8B MEASA focused hedge fund in the ADGM. Advise GFH Capital to establish an open-ended sukuk fund. Advise Alkhabeer Capital to establish a diversified income fund, which was the first closed ended fund listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Advise ADS Investment Solutions in the formation of multiple equities funds domiciled in the ADGM, including the first ADGM approved to trade equities listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Advise Barwa Bank to establish a Cayman Islands regulated sukuk fund. Represent EFG Hermes on the formation of: a jointly-managed public equities fund with Muscat Capital; and two Saudi Arabian-listed equities funds. Represent Swicorp on the formation and offering of the following Shari’ah-compliant funds: a hedge fund with a long/short equity strategy; three Middle East public equities funds; and a MENA-focused IPO fund. Represent National Bank of Kuwait on the formation of global equities funds, frontier market equities funds and money market funds denominated in U.S. dollars , euros and Kuwaiti Dinar. Institutional Investor and Limited Partner Representations\nRepresent various limited partners, including sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, family offices and high-net-worth individuals in their investments in and exits from U.S., European, Middle Eastern, Asian and offshore domiciled private equity, real estate and hedge funds. Represent Oman Investment Authority on investments into US and Asian private equity and venture capital funds Represent Social Development Bank on investments into US, European and Asian infrastructure, private equity and credit funds. Represent Saudi Venture Capital Company on investments into multiple GCC and MENA focused venture capital funds. Represent Warba Bank on investments into US real estate funds, US and Asian private equity funds and MENA venture capital funds. Venture Capital and Corporate Transactions\nRepresent Global Ventures on its investments in Mumzworld, Helium Health, Yodawy, SpiderSilk, Red Sea Farms, Kitopi, Elmenus, Paymob, Zension, Arrow Labs, HolidayME, Buseet, Floranow, MUNCH:ON, Mamo Pay, Tarabut Gateway, Pyypl, Minly and Altibbi. Represent Riyad Taqnia Fund on its investments in Beehive, Unifonic, Trukker, SURE Technology, Foodics, Arabot, B8ak, Last Mile, Dokkan Afkar, Souqalmal, Haseel and Eureka. Represent Riyad FinTech Fund on its investments in Forus, Unifonic and Tarabut Gateway. Represent STV LP on its investments in Trukker, Salla, Sary, Gathern, Nexopay and Club. Represent Shorooq Partners on its investments in Sarwa, Retailo, Dharma and Khazna. Represent Impact46 on its investments in Floward, Trukkin, Raqamyah, Merit Incentives, Sanar Trading, Tamara, Telqani, Syarah, Shuttle, Halalah and PlayHera. Represent Derayah Ventures on its investments in Capiter, Maabat, Lendo, Bazaar, Speero, MUNCH:ON, Resal and Sary. Represent Saudi Jordanian Investment Fund on its investment into OpenSooq.com. Represent ADQ on its series F investment in BYJUs, the leading Indian edtech company. Represent Elm Information Technology Company on its VC investments into Foodics, Zid, Cura, Syarah and Carefer. Represent Arrow Labs on its series A financing round led by Draper Ventures. Represent Selfologi on its seed financing round led by Xenel Industries. Represent Salasa on its series A financing round led by Flow and including 500 Startups and Saudi Venture Capital Company. Represent Intelmatix in its seed financing round led by STV. Represent eWTP Arabia on its acquisition of a minority interest in Advanced Communications \u0026amp; Electronic Systems Co (ACES); a joint venture with J\u0026amp;T Express to launch a courier business in Saudi Arabia; and various matters related to its portfolio companies, Beeto, Beem and Rong Cloud. Represent Aramis Partners on the structuring and acquisition of Al Tarbiyah Al Islamiyah School in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Represent Jadwa Investment on acquisition of significant minority stake in the Saudi Aramco Lubricating Oil Refinery Company (Luberef) in Saudi Arabia; and acquisition of a substantial minority interest in Gulf Union Foods Company, one of Saudi Arabia’s largest juice and beverage producers. Represent Arcapita Bank in the structuring, acquisition and disposition of various portfolio companies, including Caribou Coffee, Church’s Chicken, Cirrus Aircraft Corporation, Tensar Corporation and Varel International.","searchable_name":"James R. 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Middle Eastern sovereign wealth fund on the development of a suite of bespoke template construction contracts for use in Saudi Arabia on various mega and gigaprojects.{{ FIELD }}A consortium of contractors on the procurement and delivery of works, services and materials for the design and construction of mined tunnels, systems and stations of the City Rail Link project in Auckland, New Zealand, currently New Zealand’s largest rail infrastructure project.{{ FIELD }}The New Zealand Ministry of Health (Te Whatu Ora) in relation to the construction of a new hospital in Dunedin, Otago.{{ FIELD }}A publicly listed New Zealand client on the construction of a data centre.{{ FIELD }}Sanford Limited on the construction of a flagship building in the Wynyard Quarter, Auckland and the construction of a processing facility in Blenheim, New Zealand.{{ FIELD }}The New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment on a panel agreement for the delivery of temporary accommodation for victims of Cyclone Gabrielle.{{ FIELD }}The Wellington Company Limited on the construction and sell down of three residential housing developments in Wellington, New Zealand.{{ FIELD }}New Zealand electricity and telecommunications operators on the management of their infrastructure portfolios, tenure of infrastructure and legislative obligations.{{ FIELD }}Value Partners Group on the purchase of several mixed-use residential/commercial buildings in Wellington, New Zealand.{{ FIELD }}Sam is a Senior Associate based in King \u0026amp; Spalding’s Abu Dhabi office. He advises gigaproject developers, sponsors and government entities on the procurement, development, financing and operation of energy and utilities infrastructure projects (rail, solar, wind, ICE, BESS, desalination, water treatment and district cooling) and gigaproject construction.\nSam also has experience in the management of claims and disputes that arise under construction contracts.\nSam joined King \u0026amp; Spalding in 2023 from a specialist construction practice in New Zealand, where he gained experience advising a range of public and private sector clients on front-end construction, real property and general commercial issues arising on infrastructure, utilities and commercial property projects. Senior Associate University of Otago, New Zealand  University of Otago, New Zealand  High Court of New Zealand Advising:\nA Saudi gigaproject developer on all aspects of the procurement and construction of a proposed futuristic city in Saudi Arabia's north-western region, including the procurement of strategic quantities of key materials for use in its construction projects (ongoing). A Saudi gigaproject developer on the development, financing and construction of a winter sports venue in north-western Saudi Arabia to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games (ongoing). A consortium on its bid for the Amaala Multi multi-utilities project PPP In Saudi Arabia. The sponsors in relation to their bid to design, finance, build and operate a 72,500RT District Cooling Plant in Diriyah Gate, Riyadh. A leading Middle Eastern sovereign wealth fund on the development of a suite of bespoke template construction contracts for use in Saudi Arabia on various mega and gigaprojects. A consortium of contractors on the procurement and delivery of works, services and materials for the design and construction of mined tunnels, systems and stations of the City Rail Link project in Auckland, New Zealand, currently New Zealand’s largest rail infrastructure project. The New Zealand Ministry of Health (Te Whatu Ora) in relation to the construction of a new hospital in Dunedin, Otago. A publicly listed New Zealand client on the construction of a data centre. Sanford Limited on the construction of a flagship building in the Wynyard Quarter, Auckland and the construction of a processing facility in Blenheim, New Zealand. The New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment on a panel agreement for the delivery of temporary accommodation for victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. The Wellington Company Limited on the construction and sell down of three residential housing developments in Wellington, New Zealand. New Zealand electricity and telecommunications operators on the management of their infrastructure portfolios, tenure of infrastructure and legislative obligations. Value Partners Group on the purchase of several mixed-use residential/commercial buildings in Wellington, New Zealand.","searchable_name":"Sam Anastasiou","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":202,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"match_score_text":"1.0","total_score":0,"last_name":"al ali","first_name":"amani","middle_name":" ","nick_name":"amani","id":443974,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":6900,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eAmani is a Senior Associate in our Riyadh office. 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Having studied and been admitted to the UK Bar in 2016, she has since focused her practice in Saudi Arabia in a broad range of specialty areas.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmani\u0026rsquo;s practise areas include commercial law, construction, dispute resolution, litigation, and international arbitration, with a particular emphasis on nuclear energy. Amani has substantial experience in international commercial arbitrations, especially concerning high-value construction disputes and complex energy projects.[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to her arbitration work, Amani has advised on numerous construction claims related to major giga projects in Saudi Arabia. Amani is well-versed in a wide range of standard form and bespoke contracts used across diverse construction projects, including FIDIC contracts.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to working in Saudi Arabia, Amani practiced as a self-employed Barrister in the United Kingdom. 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fit-out, IT tendering support, IT fit-out, recruitment, branding, fundamental training, branding, and recruitment and augmentation.{{ FIELD }}Franchise and Distribution \nAdvised a prominent poultry company regarding compliance with competition law including Economic Concentration. {{ FIELD }}Advised Aljomaih on its franchise arrangements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. {{ FIELD }}Internation disputes\nAdvised a Swiss company on issues of Saudi law in respect of unpaid invoices of $10,402,652 and gifting jewels, precious stones and diamonds under Saudi law.  {{ FIELD }}Advised a Saudi Minister on the restoration of a company in the British Virgin Islands. {{ FIELD }}Insurance claims\nAdvised a Saudi Arabian company focused on environmental preservation and sustainability on an insurance claim worth SAR 350 million.{{ FIELD }}E-commerce\nAdvised an E-Commerce company in Saudi Arabia on the sale of goods and the implementation of the Civil Transactions Law.{{ FIELD }}Regulatory\nAdvised a Saudi Government transport company on terms and conditions for public transport.{{ FIELD }}Amani is a Senior Associate in our Riyadh office. Having studied and been admitted to the UK Bar in 2016, she has since focused her practice in Saudi Arabia in a broad range of specialty areas.\nAmani’s practise areas include commercial law, construction, dispute resolution, litigation, and international arbitration, with a particular emphasis on nuclear energy. Amani has substantial experience in international commercial arbitrations, especially concerning high-value construction disputes and complex energy projects.\nIn addition to her arbitration work, Amani has advised on numerous construction claims related to major giga projects in Saudi Arabia. Amani is well-versed in a wide range of standard form and bespoke contracts used across diverse construction projects, including FIDIC contracts.\nPrior to working in Saudi Arabia, Amani practiced as a self-employed Barrister in the United Kingdom. She gained extensive experience representing clients in court, drafting legal documents, negotiating, providing legal advice, conducting research, and preparing legal opinions. Senior Associate University of East London  City University London City Law School England and Wales Member of the UK Bar Council Member of the Inner Temple Disputes\nAdvised a Saudi Government transport company regarding a $1.6 billion claim from a contractor. Advised a Saudi Government owned company for a large-scale project involving a SAR 100 million claim by a contractor.  Advised a Saudi electricity company on dispute resolution procedures.  Advised in an arbitration matter at the SCCA concerning a SAR 7,632,011.39 dispute between two contractors.  Nuclear matters\nAdvised a Saudi Government owned energy development company regarding nuclear matters and how to maximise the benefits for Saudi Arabia. Procurement \nAdvised a Saudi government-owned energy development company on various contracts, including fit-out, IT tendering support, IT fit-out, recruitment, branding, fundamental training, branding, and recruitment and augmentation. Franchise and Distribution \nAdvised a prominent poultry company regarding compliance with competition law including Economic Concentration.  Advised Aljomaih on its franchise arrangements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.  Internation disputes\nAdvised a Swiss company on issues of Saudi law in respect of unpaid invoices of $10,402,652 and gifting jewels, precious stones and diamonds under Saudi law.   Advised a Saudi Minister on the restoration of a company in the British Virgin Islands.  Insurance claims\nAdvised a Saudi Arabian company focused on environmental preservation and sustainability on an insurance claim worth SAR 350 million. E-commerce\nAdvised an E-Commerce company in Saudi Arabia on the sale of goods and the implementation of the Civil Transactions Law. Regulatory\nAdvised a Saudi Government transport company on terms and conditions for public transport.","searchable_name":"Amani Al Ali","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":34,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"match_score_text":"1.0","total_score":0,"last_name":"aldawsari","first_name":"saud","middle_name":"abdullah","nick_name":"saud","id":444370,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":4141,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eSaud Aldawsari is a senior\u0026nbsp;associate with King \u0026amp; Spalding\u0026rsquo;s Corporate, Finance and Investments practice in Riyadh. 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Saud advises on corporate matters and various aspects of international trade law.  Saud focuses on corporate restructurings, cross-border acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, joint ventures, government administrative procedures, privatizations and general corporate matters in Saudi Arabia.\nHis practice also includes advising clients on trade remedy proceedings, including antidumping and countervailing duty matters, international trade litigation, and market access, and regulatory compliance, with special focus on the Middle East. \nSaud holds an LL.M. from Georgetown Law Center in International Business and Economic Law and a J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law. During his graduate studies, Saud trained at the American Society of International Law and with law firms in London and Washington, D.C.\nSaud obtained his undergraduate degree in chemical engineering from McGill University in Montréal, Canada. 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