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Clifford Chance LLP

Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs

Global Guide 2026 : Saudi Arabia


Clifford Chance LLP

Rankings

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Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs - Saudi Arabia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

The legislative drafting, regulatory and public policy department at AS&H Clifford Chance has enviable experience advising government ministries on the development of new legislation. Additionally, lawyers in the team represent investors and developers in their interactions with public bodies. The firm has considerable experience acting on matters in the real estate, financial services and energy industries.

Work Highlights

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  • AS&H Clifford Chance advised the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, carrying out a comprehensive review of its regulatory frameworks and the associated documentation.

Strengths

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  • AS&H Clifford Chance provides prompt responses and high quality service.

    Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
  • AS&H has a large public policy team with diverse expertise and its lawyers have extensive knowledge in their fields.

    Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
  • The team really understands our business and sector. They give advice that fits our legal needs and our practical business goals.

    Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
  • AS&H combines precision with practical insight and delivers tailored solutions. They excel in thorough research, clear drafting, and in aligning local frameworks with international best practices.

    Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Fahad Abuhimed
    Band 1Fahad Abuhimed

    Fahad Abuhimed

    Managing partner Fahad Abuhimed acts on an impressively broad range of legislative development projects, with prodigious experience advising on the development of laws impacting the financial services and energy industries. He often assists government bodies and publicly owned companies with regulatory assessments and benchmarking exercises.

    • He is one of the inspiring leaders in this space.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
    • Fahad Abuhimed is a sophisticated lawyer with broad awareness of regulatory issues.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
    • Fahad Abuhimed shows strong leadership and expert knowledge. His support is very valuable.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Alwaleed Albazaie
    Band 2Alwaleed Albazaie

    Alwaleed Albazaie

    Alwaleed Albazaie acts for clients on the development of new laws and on comparative analyses of international legislative standards. He acts for public bodies as well as investors.

  • Band 3Hanan Hassanain
    Band 3Hanan Hassanain

    Hanan Hassanain

    Hanan Hassanain often represents publicly owned companies in their interactions with regulators and assists with policy interventions on their behalf. She also advises government authorities on their regulatory frameworks and assists them with the creation of new laws.

    • Hanan Hassanain brings great expertise and attention to detail. She communicates clearly and works closely with the team to deliver excellent results.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
    • Hanan is one of the most diligent and hardworking lawyers I have ever met.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal
    • Hanan's dedication and practical approach are key to our success.

      Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs respondentGlobal

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