Addleshaw Goddard‘s ’truly exceptional’ commercial, corporate and M&A practice is highly praised for its ‘near-unparalleled expertise, client-centric approach, and seamless delivery of results.’ The firm is instructed by domestic companies, family offices, and wider regional corporates on a range of transactions, including acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, and asset transfers. Ibrahim Siddiki is a highly proficient cross-border advisor who acts on M&A, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance. Homam Khoshaim’s practice covers M&A, joint ventures, capital markets and competition matters, and Oliver Stevens supports from Oman. Jasem Alanizy is widely praised for his ‘cultural understanding of transactional nuances’ and ’remarkable combination of technical skill and commercial insight’. Christian Both left the firm in 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘We instructed Addleshaw Goddard on a complex cross-border Middle East acquisition, specifically for their experience in Saudi Arabia. The multi-jurisdiction support was impressive and very responsive.’
- 'Jasem Alanizy was invaluable in terms of guiding the process, showcasing a cultural understanding of transactional nuances and being fluent in Arabic and English.'
‘Addleshaw Goddard has an exceptional ability to understand and represent U.S. and European expectations when doing business in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. They thoughtfully and expertly explain local systems and culture, bridging any gaps that might arise. I was impressed with their ability to get results locally while thinking globally.’
‘Along with having keen legal acumen, both Homam Khoshaim and Jasem Alanizy are highly skilled in navigating between Western and local cultures in the Middle East. They demonstrated highly developed local negotiation skills and the ability to think creatively to achieve our company's objectives.’
‘Addleshaw Goddard's commercial, corporate, and M&A practice is truly exceptional, standing out for its near-unparalleled expertise, client-centric approach, and seamless delivery of results. Their depth of knowledge across commercial and corporate law is second to none, making them an ideal partner for our business where we required strategic advice and comprehensive legal support.'
‘We had the pleasure of working with Jasem Alanizy at Addleshaw Goddard. Jasem consistently demonstrated an ability to handle complex, high-stakes transactions with precision and efficiency. Whether it was advising on cross-border acquisitions, corporate restructuring, or joint ventures, he brought a remarkable combination of technical skill and commercial insight delivered in a simplified manner. Most important for us was Jasem’s ability to anticipate challenges and navigate through even the most intricate situations with an understanding of the nuances of the local law in high pressure situations.’
Key clients
- AVEVA Group plc
- Al-Tahalof Al Tamm Investment
- Leylaty Group
- Special Technical Services LLC
- Arabian Chemical Terminals
- TasHeel Holding
- Hwadi
- Gulf Capital
- Kudu
- Durrah Advanced Development Company
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Ibrahim Siddiki; Homam Khoshaim; Oliver Stevens
Other key lawyers
Jasem Alanizy