‘They are an excellent independent local firm which has no affiliation with an international player.’

‘Amr Kadi stands out – he is very strong technically and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Having utilised the services of several legal practices in Saudi Arabia, Derayah LLPC stands out above the crowd. The partners and associates are responsive, knowledgeable and provide sound and succinct advice which assist greatly in the navigation of what at times can appear to be a complicated jurisdiction.’

‘ Andreas Haberback – Vast experience in many dispute resolution matters allows him to provide calm guidance. Always has a grasp of the facts of the case even where they have been long running. Very personable and approachable. Hamam Kadi – always displays complete knowledge of the legal process and court procedures which is very reassuring. ’

‘Andreas Haberbeck is my contact there. He is a superb lawyer. He has a quick and agile mind and produces rapid and accurate legal and tactical advice. He has vast experience in both the English and Saudi Arabian legal systems. This is a key point of differentiation for me. He can translate the intricacies of the Saudi Arabian legal system in a manner, which I can readily understand. Through Andreas, I have worked with two of his colleagues. Both of them were quick, accurate and very easy people with whom to interact professionally.’

‘This practice provides our team with excellent advice and responsive service. They are particularly strong in explaining an unfamiliar legal system to our international team.’

‘Andreas Haberbeck & Amr Kadi are both excellent advisers. We very much appreciate their dedicated service.’

‘Excellent, cooperative and hard-working team.’

‘The lawyers at Al-Khoshim Firm are distinguished and keen. I dealt with Abdullah Al-Ajlan and I believe that the rest of the team are distinguished by the same strength and keenness.’

‘The firm’s representatives were very professional and exhibited a great deal of knowledge whether as a partner or any other level. This firm has become our first choice for disputes.’

‘I’ve dealt with many law firms over the years of practice, but Nasser Alrubayyi stood out as a very attentive lawyer. His knowledge and ability to simplify matters to be digested at any level and background was remarkable. He made himself available and treated our concerns as his own. He exhibited a great deal of professionalism and proficiency and managed a complicated situation flawlessly. He is the person to appoint in a time of crisis.’

‘The team at Z&Co is very strong on communication, collaboration and technical capability. In what is still a somewhat opaque jurisdiction, the explanations and insights I get from the team are enormously helpful in navigating complex issues and proceedings.’

‘Sarah Gonem is the lead on my cases and she embodies the strengths of the Z&Co team. Her commitment to producing quality work and guiding clients through complex and sometimes unpredictable processes is outstanding, and it is evident that she leads and develops her team very well. Others – The entire team is strong, but my current standouts are Dani Itani, particularly for his technical excellence, and Youssef Ageel for his excellent communication.’

‘Z&Co is a leading tax litigation firm with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results for clients facing complex tax disputes. Known for its strategic, client-centred approach, the firm combines deep expertise in tax law with a robust litigation practice to navigate intricate legal challenges.’

‘Over the past few years, the firm has successfully successfully supported my company in resolving high-stakes cases involving tax audits, appeals, and litigation. Notably, the firm secured a landmark ruling setting precedents that have influenced tax policy. The team’s innovative legal strategies saved us millions in disputed taxes, penalties, and interest.’

‘Z&Co ability to handle sensitive, high-value cases while maintaining the highest ethical standards has earned our respect.’

‘As the partner on the engagement, Sarah Gonem displayed exceptional professionalism in handling all matters related to our engagements and providing timely updates.’

‘They are great at bridging the gap between Western clients and the Saudi Arabian legal system.’

‘Sarah Gonem is the star of the show – by far one of the most user-friendly lawyer in the region.’

‘Al Tamimi has a solid local knowledge, and understanding of the local laws, practices, and procedures.’

‘The team were helpful, open and collaborative. Work with them was conducted in a friendly manner, making our experts feel their input and opinions were valued.’

‘I worked predominantly with Andrew Simms, Euan Lloyd and Muhammad El Haggen. All three appeared vested in helping the expert find the necessary information to collaborate effectively, and they were approachable and personable.’

‘The Team is very collaborative to an extent that makes you feel as if they were working as in-house counsels.’

‘We worked closely with Mr. Farhan Almarri & Mr. Mohammed Najem. They were advising us in several matters and are doing extraordinary work. ’

‘Expertise and knowledge of local law while offering the services like any reputable international law firm.’

‘Partner Emad Salamah has a reassuring presence and vast experience combined with a tactical appreciation, as well as being centrally connected within the KSA legal environment.’

‘Key team members include Saeed Alqatani, Muhammad El Hagan, Abubaker Jeebollah, Ahmed Amonette, and Talal Al Saif.’

‘The team is goal-oriented and assigns the tasks to the most specialized team lawyers.’

‘Knowledge of Saudi law and legislation, strong partner connections, great communication in both Arabic and English. ’

‘Ali Al Toukhi is brilliant. He aims to provide clients with a realistic overview of the legal solutions available to them under KSA law.’

‘The team has extensive experience in Saudi litigation. They can strategize and lay down a clear plan. They are very responsive and never need a reminder. Proactive in all aspects. Very good in their communications.’

‘Anton Mikel is a clear and effective communicator with deep knowledge of the market. Responsive to client queries and works well with the London Baker McKenzie office. ’

‘Our point of contact was Anton from the litigation team. Anton is very knowledgeable and clear in his messaging and advice. very calm in his approach.’

‘This team have strength and depth in various practice areas required by us and provides their advice in a very user-friendly and understandable manner. They operate as an excellent extension of the client team. They meet response requirements and provide comprehensive well-thought-through advice putting themselves in the client’s shoes and creating the best strategy with the client. They have very good standing in the market and the country.’

‘We have been supported very well in particular by Anton Mikel and Rami Bou Raad, who have been excellent in delivering support in a particularly complex dispute. I value their forthright approach and clear unequivocal guidance. The documents they produce are well-thought-through and well-considered.’

‘The firm is unique in KSA due to its versatile expertise in both U.S. and KSA law. I believe potential clients will appreciate their ability to professionally handle international legal matters.’

‘The team has invaluable knowledge of the local players, regional rules, and how legal practice operates on the ground on a day-to-day basis. Their insight and decades of experience are essential to litigating in the region.’

‘Abdulrahman Al Ajlan and Rami Bou Raad are a fantastic team. Their experience, local knowledge, responsiveness, and client service are impeccable. They are trusted advisors.’

‘Their association with Alshahrani provides deep local industry expertise and a practical, results-oriented approach. ’

‘Mohammed Al Sharani – very responsive and knowledgeable. He is an invaluable partner for clients who require both strategic advice and hands-on legal support.’

‘Seasoned and experienced professionals across all corporate pillars from drafting share purchase agreements to reviewing terms and conditions, to advising on changes in laws and regulations, support in lawsuits, etc.’

‘I had the pleasure to collaborate with Wissam Hachem who was always available to answer our queries. His wide experience when it comes to the Saudi market allowed us to decrease our risks while we continued to focus on the things that mattered most for our business.’

‘BLK Partners quality service is comparable to international law firms; it has deep knowledge of Middle Eastern markets and has affordable rates compared to European or US peers.’

‘Experienced and skilled team with international experience. ’

‘Wissam Hachem is an experienced lawyer, who is commercially savvy, hands-on and a pleasure to work with.’

‘I worked primarily with only one partner, Wissam Hachem. He performed outstanding services for us and we are very happy to have chosen his law firm.’

‘Wissam Hachem does an excellent job. He knows the industry and has the information needed by foreign clients regarding the legal situation and options in Saudi Arabia. He is quick, smart and eloquent. To be recommended!’

‘Faisal Adnan Baassiri is not only deeply knowledgeable about matters of Shari’ah law but also extremely experienced as an expert witness. He is my go-to expert for litigation in common law jurisdictions where matters of Shari’ah law are raised.’

‘Bespoke service and special attention to details’.

‘Omar Alrasheed law firm is excellent and we have been with them for more than 15 years. They have been consistently professional and loyal to their clients.’

‘The partners are excellent and are extremely reachable.’

‘The team demonstrated excellent support, providing all the necessary information and details promptly and with great accuracy.’

‘Mohamed Atya has been exceptionally helpful, consistently polite, and highly responsive. His professionalism and timely communication make him stand out, ensuring we always have the information we need promptly and efficiently.’

‘The way the business is being conducted is more than perfect. Quick and correct responses.’

‘The firm has some of the most exceptional lawyers that we have conducted business with. Their way of finishing the task quickly and efficiently is impressive, and most importantly they stick to the scope of work with no deviations.’