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Franchise & Licensing
Saudi Arabia
Mr. Sharif Akkad & Scheherzade Taimoor Aqib
Sharif Akkad Law Firm (MAK)‘s corporate and commercial practice frequently acts as Saudi counsel on cross-border mandates, advising foreign investors on licensing, franchising, and market entry, while also handling complex M&A transactions, restructurings, and shareholder agreement matters. With a background in banking regulations, the group is led by Sharif Akkad.
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Assisted a US based company with its operations in Saudi Arabia by providing guidance on an internal corporate restructuring and changes in shareholder percentages.
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Sharif Akkad