“Magic Circle” firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is present in about 17 jurisdictions around the world, including multiple offices in the Middle East. In Saudi Arabia it advises clients through an association with The Law Firm of Salah Al-Hejailan. 

The firm’s capital markets practice is often selected by both issuers and banks to advise on large transactions, including leading IPOs in Saudi Arabia. The firm also has a strong capital markets regulatory practice advising some of the key regulators and international banks active in the kingdom. 

The firm’s M&A practice regularly supports significant work relating to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 framework. The team does work for financial and private equity investors, as well as government investment vehicles. 

Key clients 

Key clients include Morgan Stanley Saudi Arabia, Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical Services Group Company, Deutsche Securities Saudi Arabia, Jada Funds of Funds Company, Saudi Venture Capital Company, State Street Bank and Trust Company, JP Morgan Saudi Arabia, Merrill Lynch Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Public Investment Fund (PIF), Red Sea Gateway Terminal and ACWA Power.