Capital markets Tier 1

The Law Office of Megren M. Al-Shaalan in cooperation with White & Case advises on a broad range of securities including Sukuk and conventional bonds, project bonds, convertible bonds, initial public offerings, secondary equity offerings and rights issues, as well as public tender offers. Sami E. Al-Louzi is a key name to note and has significant experience advising clients in the oil and gas, financial services, securities, infrastructure, healthcare and telecoms sectors. Debashis Dey is also noted.

Projects and energy Tier 1

The Law Office of Megren M. Al-Shaalan in cooperation with White & Case has a leading project development and finance practice. It has been actively involved in high-profile projects in various sectors including mining, water, power, oil and gas. Doug Peel recently acted on a number of high-value transactions and has particular experience handling IPOs. Adam Pierson has a strong background advising government entities and corporates on privatisation, particularly in the water sector. Riyadh-based Alec Johnson and Ivan Paskal are also key names to note.

Banking and finance Tier 2

Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

The Law Office of Megren M. Al-Shaalan in cooperation with White & Case advises a broad range of domestic and international clients in sectors ranging from energy to chemicals. Cross-border M&A, joint venture, private equity and privatisations are particular areas of strength for the team. Sami E. Al-Louzi is highly recommended, as are Doug Peel who has notable experience advising on IPOs and Marcus Booth who focuses on private equity. Founding and managing partner Megren M. Al-Shaalan has a strong corporate and capital markets practice.

Real estate and construction Tier 2

The Law Office of Megren M. Al-Shaalan in cooperation with White & Case has expertise across commercial, residential and infrastructure-related real estate and construction projects. Key individuals include Adam Pierson, Doug Peel and Antoine Cousin.