About

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Our Dispute Resolution practice delivers legal services to the highest international standards and has successfully handled a number of precedent-setting matters before the Saudi courts. Our team combines deep local insight with international expertise, comprising bilingual lawyers qualified in Saudi Arabia, the UK, and the US, along with distinguished Shari’ah scholars, a former judge and former Deputy Minister of Justice, bringing decades of experience within the Saudi judiciary and Ministry of Justice.

Our disputes work spans all major sectors, including construction, real estate, government, and the rapidly growing technology sector. The strength and consistency of the practice is reflected in its contribution to the firm’s overall revenue, accounting for approximately one-third annually.

We are known for our practical and highly effective litigation style. Our court submissions are succinct and strategically focused on the core legal and factual issues. This approach – well-aligned with the expectations of the Saudi judiciary – sets us apart in a legal environment where clarity and precision are essential.

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Saudi Arabia

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What the Team is Known For

Zamakhchary & Co is a notable Saudi law firm able to provide advice on a range of litigious issues. It regularly completes mandates on behalf of large international and regional companies, including clients from the financial services and healthcare industries. It is also well versed in handling claims involving government entities.

Work Highlights

  • Zamakhchary & Co represented Deloitte in its defence of class actions relating to the client's audit of the MMG Group.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sarah Gonem
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Sarah Gonem is an experienced lawyer who is well placed to advise international clients on disputes proceedings in Saudi Arabia. She is also noted for her complementary government advisory practice.

She is a great litigator.

Sarah Gonem is a skilled professional who demonstrates solid knowledge and good attention to detail, and who also stands out for her dedication and responsiveness.

She is very professional and knowledgeable.

Sarah is technically very sound, upfront in communication and transparent with clients.

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation

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Sarah Gonem
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