White & Case‘s team acts for an established roster of public sector entities and government entities on project, energy, and real estate finance matters. The group often handles mandates concerning refinancings and restructurings, as well as advising commercial banks and financial institutions on investments and finance cases. Key practitioners to note include Alec Johnson, who is well known for assisting with large-scale project finance matters, and Antoine Cousin, a go-to for power, petrochemicals and water sector companies. Nezar Al Abbas left the firm in early 2026.
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- ‘White & Case have deep knowledge of Saudi Arabia, and this is reflected in the quality of their advice and understanding of the local market.'
- ‘Alec Johnson is a stand out partner in an exceptional team. Alec has a great work ethic, delivering at pace and with high energy.'
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Waad Alkurini; Alec Johnson; Antoine Cousin; Adam Pierson