Real estate and construction in Saudi Arabia

Abuhimed Alsheikh Alhagbani Law Firm (AS&H) in co-operation with Clifford Chance

At Abuhimed Alsheikh Alhagbani Law Firm (AS&H) in co-operation with Clifford Chance, the real estate and construction team is very highly regarded for its expertise in handling complex transactions, developments and financing matters for high-profile clients. Contractual matters are a key area of instruction for the group. Majid Al-Sheikh heads up the practice; recently promoted partner Sultan F. AlFayez is well-versed in advising on corporate-focused real estate cases, including M&A, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Majid Al-Sheikh


Autres avocats clés:

Daniel Royle; Fahad Abuhimed; Hanan Hassanain; Sultan F. AlFayez; Dmitry Gumenyuk; Fares AlMasri


Les références

‘Their expertise sets them apart from competitors, backed by deep knowledge and confident, capable leadership.’

‘Experienced team.’

‘Majid Al Sheikh has worked on most of the recent landmark real estate and corporate initiatives in the Kingdom and is well respected in the PIF world. Given the legal landscape is developing rapidly in the Kingdom, it is important to have an individual who is able to anticipate what is likely to be acceptable to the regulatory authorities, and Majid is able to do that for his clients and look for solutions to address grey areas.’

Principaux clients

King Salman International Airport Development Company


Qiddiya Investment Company


New Murabba Development Company


SAL


MBC


Saudi Entertainment Ventures Company (SEVEN)


SAMREF


Riyadh Lake Development Company


AlSoudah Development Company


Diriyah Gate Company Limited


Royal Commission of AlUla


Riyadh Airports Company


ROSHN


Ardara


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising the King Salman International Airport Development Company on all matters relating to construction and real estate development.
  • Advising the New Murraba Development Company on the production of FIDIC-based templates for NMDC’s construction and real estate development works, as well as other construction and real estate issues.

Baker McKenzie Law Firm

The real estate and construction team at Baker McKenzie Law Firm has been kept busy advising on large-scale development projects in Saudi Arabia, with notable focus on the commercial, residential and hospitality sectors. Gavin Witcombe focuses on construction projects in the mining and infrastructure sectors, as well as handling dispute resolution. Khaled Zowayed specialises in real estate and hospitality matters, and is sought after for his expertise in commercial real estate, advising on acquisitions and sales, regulatory issues and leasing matters in the area. Keri Watkins is highly regarded for assisting public institutions, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and local and multinational companies with real estate matters. The trio co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Khaled Zowayed; Gavin Witcombe; Keri Watkins


Autres avocats clés:

Ismaeel Kazerooni; Salman AlAbdulla; Luke Meehan


Les références

‘In-depth expertise & relevant knowledge.’

‘Dedication, promptness and commitment.’

‘Knowledgeable in KSA construction work.’

Clyde & Co LLP

Highlighted for its experience in mining project developments, the team at Clyde & Co LLP, is equally adept at representing investment companies in real estate matters. The group is regularly instructed by clients in the sports, mining, global electric vehicle and infrastructure sectors. Ben Cowling has an excellent reputation for handling a wide range of construction issues, as well as arbitration cases, across the Middle East, while Peter Greatrex brings expertise in real estate law and property matters; the duo co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ben Cowling; Peter Greatrex


Autres avocats clés:

Nathanial Horrocks-Burns; Brendan Molck; Will Cadwaladr; Andrew Archer; Nerissa Loong


Les références

‘The team has great industry knowledge. They provide a superb work product.’

‘Ben Cowling and Andrew Archer – excellent industry experience, and very committed to client outcomes.’

‘We have the highest regard for both the real estate and construction practices at Clyde & Co.’

Al Tamimi & Company

The real estate and construction team at Al Tamimi & Company is well-known for its strength in handling infrastructure projects, however the group is also well-regarded for its expertise in advising on mandates in the hospitality sector. Contractual matters have been prominent in the team's recent workload, and the lawyers routinely assist international and national clients with a wide spectrum of contentious and non-contentious cases. Euan Lloyd focuses on construction and infrastructure law, and Andrew Thomson fields extensive experience in real estate law; the duo co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Euan Lloyd; Andrew Thomson


Autres avocats clés:

Muhammad El Haggan


Principaux clients

Saudi Downtown Company (SDC)


Hyundai Middle East Motor Company


OHLA


MACE


Miyar Jeddah


Al Bawani


Refad


Knowledge Economic City


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Middle East on multiple matters arising out of the design and construction of a multi-billion-dollar automotive manufacturing facility in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).
  • Advising Miyar Jeddah on the development, procurement and construction aspects of a multi-billion-dollar mixed-use project in Jeddah.
  • Advising a client on the nationwide deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.

AlDhabaan & Partners in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

The team at AlDhabaan & Partners in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP routinely acts for an established client base of international investors, high-profile contractors, global technology entities and local developers in a wide range of construction and real estate matters. Shalagh Massingham and Saud Al Romi are highly regarded for their expertise in handling international construction arbitration and litigation. Steven Henderson has an excellent track record in the real estate and hospitality sectors, and is often instructed in transactions, investment work and developments in the retail, industrial and commercial real estate arenas. The trio of lawyers co-head the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Shalagh Massingham; Steven Henderson; Saud Al Romi


Autres avocats clés:

Daniel Xu; Roberta Wertman; Mostafa Ihab


Les références

‘Eversheds Sutherland is undoubtedly one of the leading firms for construction and arbitration in the EMEA region. They have an exceptionally talented team of lawyers with great experience of the construction and engineering industry in this region. They offer an extremely high-quality service to clients and really get results.’

‘Shalagh Massingham: an extremely impressive individual. Shalagh is absolutely committed to understanding the client’s needs and concerns and to getting to the right result for them. She is very astute, tactically sophisticated, and has really sound judgement. She is fiercely loyal and someone you want on your side.’

‘Roberta Wertman: A real force to be reckoned with. Roberta is always completely on top of the detail, sees all the angles, and gets to grips with the technical issues in a very impressive manner.’

Principaux clients

Saudi Telecom Company


Adidas


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised several international hotel brands on transactions in KSA.

Dentons Arabia Law

Dentons Arabia Law is perhaps best known for its solid track record in advising on urban development projects. Dean Ryburn is very experienced in handling disputes arising from construction projects, and he co-heads the practice with Hazel Shakur Quinn, who was promoted to the partnership in May 2025. Sairah Narmah-Alqasim left the firm in March 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Hazel Shakur Quinn; Dean Ryburn


Autres avocats clés:

Nick Simpson; Ziad Saad; Gabriel Olufemi; Kanishka Singh; Joe Carroll; Tania Afrin; Jennifer Davis


Les références

‘The cross-border support across the Middle East gives us structure, clarity and support. Understanding our business is important, and the people, partners, and associates all understand our business.’

‘Personal, approachable, dependable, knowledgeable.’

Principaux clients

Saudi Cinema Company


Saudi Downtown Company (a PIF subsidiary)


Wyndham Hotel Group


Al Woroud Real Estate Investments


Majid Al Futtaim


Honeywell


Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority (ECZA)


Veolia


Aldar Properties PJSC


Dar Al Arkan Properties


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised The Executive Centre (TEC) on real estate transactions, and acts as sole external legal counsel for TEC’s further expansion into Dubai and its entry into the Saudi Arabian real estate market.
  • Advising two sponsor clients on two Saudi Aramco housing projects.

Law Firm of Hassan Mahassni

The real estate and construction group at Law Firm of Hassan Mahassni is well-placed to handle prominent real estate development projects, often focusing on the residential sector, for national and international construction companies. PPP work is another core area of instruction for the team. Yousef Al-Huseiki, Emad Zahrani and Faisal Linjawy are key practitioners to note.

Autres avocats clés:

Faisal Linjawy; Emad Zahrani; Yousef Al-Husiki; Faisal Al Hashmi


Omar Al-Rasheed & Partners Law Firm

Walid Alkhalaf heads up the real estate and construction practice at Omar Al-Rasheed & Partners Law Firm. The team is very experienced in advising on property acquisitions, lease agreements, and complex disputes, as well as assisting with construction contracts and real estate-related mergers.

Responsables de la pratique:

Walid Alkhalaf


Autres avocats clés:

Majed N. Almadani; Omar Alrasheed; Fahad Alrasheed


Les références

‘Professional and supportive.’

‘Supportive and understanding.’

‘The team shows high dedication to their clients. The team spirit is so positive.’

Principaux clients

Rosewood Hotel Group


Manzel Co


Musharaka Capital


Al Ameel Company


Çimtaş


Al Akeel Company


Armah Sports Group


Pinsent Masons Saudi Arabia Law Firm LLPC

Pinsent Masons Saudi Arabia Law Firm LLPC‘ real estate and construction team ‘combines technical excellence in complex litigation with sector-specific insight’. The group routinely advises on real estate, energy and infrastructure projects, and has been kept busy recently assisting with project development work in the hospitality sector. Dubai-based Mark Raymont is highly regarded for his litigation expertise, and Philip Corfield-Smith, who divides his time between Dubai and Riyadh, is very well known for handling complex real estate matters. Riyadh-based Rena Scott brings an excellent track record in advising on contentious and non-contentious construction work, as well as handling arbitration cases. Ibrahim Alajaji, managing partner at the Saudi Arabia office, and Chun Pin Yap in Riyadh, are key names to note. Sairah Narmah-Alqasim joined the group in March 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mark Raymont; Rena Scott; Philip Corfield-Smith


Autres avocats clés:

Ibrahim Alajaji; Chun Pin Yap; Sairah Narmah-Alqasim


Les références

‘The team has a wealth of experience in Saudi Arabia, and is very pragmatic and commercial.’

‘Rena Scott has an outstanding reputation.

‘Pinsent Masons’ real estate and construction team in Saudi Arabia is distinguished by its seamless integration of international expertise with a deep understanding of local judicial practice. The department combines technical excellence in complex litigation with sector-specific insight.’