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Projects & Energy - Saudi Arabia

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What the Team is Known For

Addleshaw Goddard fields a compact team in Riyadh which is active on projects files throughout the Kingdom and across the region. Sources highlight its standout expertise in the structuring of PPP models, in which arena it is frequently mandated to act for government entities. The firm assists several well-known real estate developers with construction matters and offers further capabilities advising on commercial contracts in the oil and gas sector.

Work Highlights

  • Addleshaw Goddard acted for National Water Company on the procurement aspects of its privatisation of the Kingdom's sewage treatment plants.

Strengths

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The firm is distinguished by its deep expertise in PPPs and its demonstrated ability to adeptly respond to the complex demands of all involved stakeholders.

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Addleshaw Goddard has a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of our industry and can, therefore, handle any complex matters expediently.

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The Addleshaw team is clearly invested in a long-term client relationship and in getting to know your business. This is highly appreciated and really brings confidence in their advice.

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The lead partner is excellent at wrapping the commercials into legal concepts.

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They bring a strong knowledge of international best practices in government procurement, and of market expectations, combined with exceptional communication skills and proactive client engagement.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alexander Sarac
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Alexander Sarac
2
Band 2

Alexander Sarac is the Middle East head of projects and a co-founding partner of the Riyadh office. He has a pan-regional practice which sees him advise on an array of energy and infrastructure matters, assisting with procurement as well as financing documentation.

He is pragmatic and focused on the outcome.

Super-experienced and always a pleasure to work with, Alex provides clear, pragmatic advice that is really tailored to the needs of the business.

Alex is hands-on and accessible. He communicates well with his core team so that matters are handled efficiently and effectively.

He demonstrates an unparalleled ability to grasp our overarching business objectives and translate them into a legally sound strategy.

Alexander Sarac is superbly commercially minded.

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Paul Prescott
3
Band 3

Paul Prescott heads the Saudi construction and engineering team, having joined the firm from Dentons in Qatar at the start of 2025. His practice typically sees him advise real estate development companies on contractual issues underpinning their projects in Saudi and across the region.

Paul Prescott is extremely personable and extremely bright. He has in-depth knowledge of FIDIC contracts and procurement strategies, which has been of great assistance to our business.

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Alexander Sarac
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Alexander Sarac
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Paul Prescott
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