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Saudi Arabia
20 August 2025
AlGhazzawi & Partners’ ‘robust’ disputes team attracts a distinguished roster of clients, including Saudi Aramco, Jubail Aramco and Saudi Chevron Phillips Co. The team is well-equipped to advise on complex domestic and international disputes, particularly those related to commercial, real estate, energy, banking, public procurement and administrative matters. Belal Ghazzawi leads the Jeddah practice, and brings deep expertise in commercial, real estate and construction disputes, while Hussam Ghazzawi heads the Dammam practice, and focuses on commercial and regulatory matters.
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Testimonials
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‘I have observed that the dispute resolution practice of AlGhazzawi & Partners is robust and covers disputes and issues related to a variety of sectors. They always evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the case and provide elaborated advice which makes it easier for us to make the right calls and decisions.’
‘The senior managing partner of the firm, Belal Ghazzawi formulates the strategy and prepares the foundation of pleadings and defence which provides and supervises the work of the team. He is a well-known litigator in the business community and has represented clients before international arbitral tribunals too as a Saudi law expert. ’
‘This firm is very good at setting up litigation strategies and following up on implementation. After reviewing the case they decide with the client on the steps to be taken and long-term goals with a rigid but flexible approach based on the progress of the operation.'
‘Al-Ghazawi Law Firm is distinguished by its diverse experiences covering all legal topics.’
‘They subject any topic to a detailed study and take good precautions for any possibilities. They are distinguished by their skill in formulation and precision.'
‘It's a professional team that will listen to the problem patiently and advise you with the best course of action.'
Key clients
- Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)
- Ghayiab Contracting Co.
- Saudi Chevron Phillips Co.
- Jubail Aramco Oil Refinery Co. Ltd. (SASREF)
- Chemanol (Saudi Methanol Co.)
- Nesma Co. Ltd.
- Nesma Airlines Co. Ltd.
- Al Marhoun Contracting Co
- JGC Gulf International Co.
- OMS Oilfield Services Arabia Ltd.
- Saudi Investment Group and Marketing Co. Ltd.
- Saudi Industries for Pipes Co. Ltd.
Work highlights
Handled lawsuits for an airline which resulted in a landmark judgment by the Supreme Court covering manager’s liability in an LLC.
Successful representation of a renowned multinational operating chain of luxury hotels in its dispute with Tax Authorities over a multi-million dollar tax liability.
Advised Saudi Investment Group & Investment Co. in US$ 25 M. dispute over real estate in Riyadh.
Practice head
Belal Ghazzawi; Hussam Ghazzawi