King & Spalding LLP
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Well-regarded for its ‘very commercial and client-focused’ approach, King & Spalding LLP fields one of the region’s most active funds practices, advising sponsors and asset managers on the formation of onshore and offshore vehicles across the private equity, venture capital, real estate, REITs, and credit industries. The team is also one of the few international groups with on-the-ground fund formation capabilities in Saudi Arabia, regularly advising on CMA-regulated structures and Shari’ah-compliant products. James Stull advises on the full range of sponsor-side fund formation mandates and is noted for his excellent grasp of regional securities frameworks. He leads the team alongside Nabil Issa, who regularly guides both domestic and foreign managers on CMA requirements and local fund establishment. Macky O’Sullivan brings additional strength in venture capital fund formation and related transactional work, while Sayf Shuqair continues to advise clients on Saudi Arabian fund structures, drawing on deep experience in local regulations. Dounia Mansour left the firm in 2026.
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Testimonials
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- The team at King & Spalding has consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism, responsiveness, and reliability across a range of matters. Their deep understanding of regional legal frameworks, particularly in the GCC, and their ability to navigate complex fund structures and regulatory environments have made them a valuable partner in our legal work.’
- ‘K&S have the best and most experienced funds team covering ADGM. Cannot praise highly enough.'
Key clients
- SNB Capital
- National Housing Company
Work highlights
Advising BSF Capital on establishing a Saudi Arabian-domiciled private real estate investment fund that will develop a phase of King Salman Park, one of the proposed giga projects being developed in Saudi Arabia.