What we say about the firm's legal practice in Saudi Arabia
Banking and finance
Within Banking and finance, White & Case LLP is a second tier firm,
Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP is a new alliance but the US firm’s longstanding presence and excellent relationship with Saudi Aramco makes it a strong brand in the country. Highlights included advising the General Authority of Civil Aviation on the Madinah Airport PPP project. Waleed Al-Nuwaiser is the name to note.
Capital markets
Within Capital markets, White & Case LLP is a third tier firm,
Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP advised Dar Al-Arkan on a $450m offering of LSE-listed Regulation S and Rule 144A certificates – the first ever high yield sukuk issuance.
Corporate and M&A
Within Corporate and M&A, White & Case LLP is a third tier firm,
Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP’s signature project finance practice provides the firm with a steady flow of corporate mandates. It is advising an international consortium bidding for the $7bn phase two element of the Saudi high-speed train project.
Dispute resolution
Within Dispute resolution, White & Case LLP is a third tier firm,
Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP is acting in several energy disputes, including a complex arbitration.
Legal market overview
Within Legal market overview,
Following Latham & Watkins LLP’s entry into the market via an association with White & Case LLP’s former partner in 2010 – which saw it become known locally as Law Office of Mohammed A. Al-Sheikh in association with Latham & Watkins LLP. White & Case LLP has regrouped, choosing to align with former Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP partner Dr Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser to establish Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP.
Projects and energy
Within Projects and energy, White & Case LLP is a second tier firm,
Dr. Waleed N. Al-Nuwaiser in association with White & Case LLP works alongside offices in London, New York and the Middle East to advise corporate entities and government bodies on the country’s largest project finance deals. Energy and infrastructure are both strong areas, and in 2011 it advised Saudi Aramco on the Sadara petrochemicals project.