King & Spalding advises on traditional equity offerings, as well as capital market transactions and regulatory matters. The team has been kept busy handling debt and equity work relating to the restructuring of perpetual sukuks and stake acquisitions in joint ventures. Practice head Nabil Issa divides his time between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, while Sayf Shuqair advises on the establishment of fundraising vehicles and real estate funds.
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Key clients

  • Al Bilad Capital
  • Riyad Capital
  • Jadwa Investment Company
  • Islamic Development Bank
  • Al Rajhi Capital
  • Sedco Capital
  • Ashmore Investments Saudi Arabi
  • Franklin Templeton
  • Alkhabeer Capital
  • NMG Workspace Solutions LLC
  • Azmeel Contracting Company Limited
  • Al Wasatah Al Maliah (Wasatah Capital)
Practice head

Nabil Issa

Other key lawyers

Sayf Shuqair