With ‘a strong reputation among clients and competitors’, Al Tamimi & Company leverages its position as a leading Gulf-wide firm to act on high-value and complex cross-border corporate transactions in Saudi Arabia. At the cutting-edge of the market, recent instructions have included the Saudi market entry of global tech clients, negotiation of franchise and intellectual property agreements, share capital acquisitions, and dual representation transactions in mergers. Helmed by experienced M&A lawyer Philip Kotsis, the practice can boast strength in depth, with the ’consistently first-rate’ Ahmed Mahomed and Omar Al Humaid also leading on mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Our key point of contact for corporate and M&A projects is Ahmed Mahomed, who stands out for his exceptional client focus and readiness to provide support at any time even at a short notice. He clearly understands the business objectives and provides very clear and practical advice despite challenging legal environment in KSA. Ahmed possesses outstanding professional experience and expertise in the region, and it's been a great pleasure to work with him and his team.’
- ‘Very client oriented, good understanding of business needs which drives practical advice to the client. Quick response and flexibility to provide support within tight deadlines, which is particularly valuable in this region. Great team with deep level of expertise.’
- ‘Ahmed Mahomed, the Partner within Corporate Structuring, has a deep local expertise and supported on multiple joint projects with Big 4. He is well known and respected by the clients for his responsiveness and client-oriented practical approach.’
- ‘The team has a strong reputation among clients and competitors, and is well known to be a top legal advisor in KSA.’
- ‘I would like to recommend Ahmed Mahomed Ahmed consistently operates at the intersection of technical excellence, commercial acumen and leadership. He is widely recognised for his deep expertise in foreign direct investment (FDI), joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and commercial advisory work in Saudi Arabia. His broad and in-depth knowledge of Saudi law, combined with a practical and solutions-oriented approach, has made him a trusted advisor to both local and international clients across a range of complex and high-value matters.'
- ‘My experience with Al Tamimi & Company (and in particular, Ahmed Mahomed has been consistently first-rate. Three attributes, in particular, set the corporate team at Al Tamimi & Company (Saudi Arabia) apart from its peers: deep Saudi expertise coupled with true international bench strength; commerciality and sector insight; and visible commitment to innovation.'
Key clients
- Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group
- CEVA Corporate Services
- Stagwell Global LLC
- Mosaic Inc
Work highlights
Advising the Paris-headquartered Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group on the entry of its “Westfield” branded shopping centres to the Saudi market
Advising The Mosaic Company on the sale of all its 25% shareholding in Saudi mining joint venture company, Ma’aden Wa'ad Al-Shamal Phosphate Company (MWSPC), to Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden), in exchange for the issue of new shares in Ma’aden
Advising France headquartered CEVA Corporate Services on the establishment of a joint venture with a leading Saudi logistics company Almajdouie Logistics, via a 60% acquisition of Al Majdouie Logistics Company.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Omar Al Humaid
Practice head
Philip Kotsis
Other key lawyers
Ahmed Mahomed; Omar Al Humaid