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What the Team is Known For

Khoshaim & Associates is a pre-eminent independent law firm with established depth in Saudi Arabia, maintaining offices in Riyadh and Jeddah as well as Abu Dhabi. The team is well equipped to advise on market entry mandates, including by way of joint venture agreements. Its lawyers also handle M&A transactions. It acts for major international and regional clients, including government entities and heavyweight energy clients. The firm is further adept at assisting with commercial regulatory issues and is notable for its expanding venture capital practice.

Work Highlights

  • Khoshaim & Associates acted for the Public Investment Fund (PIF) on its SAR3.4 billion divestment of Thiqah Business Services.

Strengths

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Khoshaim & Associates is one of the most distinguished law firms in KSA, with local and international expertise, an international reach and covering the full spectrum of M&A.

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The team brings together bilingual professionals with backgrounds in both Saudi and international law. They coordinate effectively with international legal counterparties when necessary.

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The corporate department at Khoshaim & Associates is thorough and precise, giving clear instructions and timely advice. It's also flexible in accommodating any changes to the mandate.

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The team demonstrates a strong commercial mindset and has the relevant expertise to assist us with various commercial activities.

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They can always provide a solution. They have a very knowledgeable team with good experience in KSA.

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Notable Practitioners

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Zeyad Khoshaim
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Zeyad Khoshaim
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Managing partner Zeyad Khoshaim is an immensely well-known Saudi lawyer with strong capabilities across the board. He has a wealth of experience advising on mergers, acquisitions and joint venture agreements, acting for numerous prominent clients, including NEOM and Saudi Aramco.

He's the number-one lawyer in Saudi.

Zeyad had a deep understanding of our business, its needs and the sophisticated local regulations. He is speedy in his responses and can be relied upon when matters arise that require urgent action.

Zeyad has really solid knowledge on major deals in KSA so he's our go-to lawyer.

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Basma Khashoggi
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Basma Khashoggi
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Jeddah-based Basma Khashoggi has a wealth of experience assisting clients with high-value joint ventures and strategic acquisitions. She is a well-regarded figure who has handled matters across a variety of sectors.

Basma Khashoggi is particularly responsive, whip-smart and pays close attention to detail.

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Omar Iqbal
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Omar Iqbal
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Omar Iqbal is widely recognised for his practice assisting clients with joint ventures and M&A matters in Saudi Arabia.

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Christian Both
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Christian Both is an experienced figure whose works spans the full gamut of M&A, joint ventures and strategic investments. He is well-accustomed to acting on behalf of international clients as well as leading Saudi entities.

Christian is hands-on, thorough and deeply engaging.

He demonstrates exceptional sophistication in handling complex legal matters and delivering strategic counsel.

Christian is a highly experienced international M&A lawyer who offers pragmatic, market-relevant advice.

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Zeyad Khoshaim
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Zeyad Khoshaim
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Basma Khashoggi
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Basma Khashoggi
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Omar Iqbal
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Omar Iqbal
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Christian Both
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