Khalid Nassar & Partners

Partner - Regulatory & Litigation

Profile

Abdulaziz Alfarraj is a Partner and Head of Regulatory & Litigation at Khalid Nassar & Partners. He specialises in regulatory advisory, public sector matters, and dispute resolution, with extensive experience advising government entities, infrastructure projects, and private sector clients.

He has held senior legal and regulatory roles within key Saudi government authorities, providing him with deep insight into legislative frameworks, regulatory reform, and policy implementation. His practice covers complex regulatory matters, public-private partnerships, infrastructure projects, and high-value disputes.

Abdulaziz is recognised for his strategic approach to regulatory navigation and dispute resolution, particularly in matters involving government bodies, cross-border elements, and large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

Key Experience

• Advised on regulatory frameworks and legislative reform across transport, maritime, and infrastructure sectors in Saudi Arabia.
• Provided legal support on major public-private partnership (PPP) projects, including structuring, regulatory alignment, and contractual frameworks.
• Acted in senior regulatory roles within the Transport General Authority, overseeing legal, regulatory, and litigation matters.
• Led negotiations and settlement strategies on high-profile infrastructure disputes, including large-scale transport projects.
• Advised on mergers, restructuring, and regulatory compliance matters involving government entities and private sector stakeholders.
• Represented Saudi Arabia in international regulatory and maritime forums, ensuring alignment with global standards.

Partner, Khalid Nassar & Partners

Former Deputy of Regulations & Legal Affairs, Transport General Authority

Arabic - English

Executive Master in Governance and Public Policy, King Saud UniversityLLB, King Saud University