Mithaq – Towards More Confident Decisions.
We advise government entities, companies and investors on matters that demand legal precision and a deep understanding of business. Our advice is grounded in professional excellence, integrity and responsibility, and focuses on what each engagement requires and the nature of the decision to be made.
Local Expertise with Global Reach
About Us
Our expertise spans a wide range of legal and regulatory matters, including corporate affairs and business frameworks, mergers and acquisitions, direct investment, venture capital, capital markets, government projects, foreign investment, infrastructure, regulatory advisory, dispute resolution and family business matters.
Whether we are advising on a strategic initiative, supporting investors in a cross-border transaction or working with a company through a period of growth or transformation, we provide practical, commercially minded advice tailored to the nature and requirements of each mandate.
Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we operate through our two offices in Riyadh and Dammam and have a regional presence in Bahrain, Iraq and Syria. Outside the Kingdom, we work through our affiliated companies in collaboration with local firms. Our membership of the global Grimaldi Alliance (which brings together leading independent law firms in more than 80 jurisdictions) also enables us to provide integrated legal support on international matters, while preserving our independence, our responsiveness and our direct approach to client service.
Expertise
Focused Expertise
We provide specialist legal advice on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters, with precise and reliable solutions designed for complex business needs.
Mergers & Acquisitions
We act for buyers, sellers and investors across mergers and acquisitions, exits, strategic investments and joint ventures, from evaluating and structuring the transaction and conducting legal due diligence through to negotiation, completion and the related procedures.
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Transaction structuring and execution strategy
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Legal due diligence and risk assessment
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Negotiation of transaction documents and transaction completion
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Regulatory filings and requirements, and procedures relating to completion
Corporate Structuring
We design entity structures, governance frameworks and partners’ agreements that support growth and compliance and protect long-term business interests, taking into account the nature of the business, its objectives and its legal and regulatory requirements.
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Establishing and restructuring entities
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Shareholders’ and partners’ agreements
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Governance and compliance frameworks
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Cross-border structuring and expansion
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We represent our clients in a wide range of disputes and support them in managing each matter from its early stages through to settlement or adjudication, taking account of its legal and commercial dimensions and protecting the client’s interests.
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Case strategy and preliminary dispute assessment
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Representation before courts and committees
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Domestic and international arbitration
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Negotiating and implementing settlements
Banking & Finance
We support lenders and borrowers on financing transactions, security arrangements and financing structures in the Saudi market, including Sharia-compliant structures, taking account of the regulatory requirements and commercial considerations relevant to each transaction.
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Facility agreements and security packages
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Sharia-compliant financing structures
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Refinancing and debt restructuring
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Regulatory advice and documentation
Projects & Infrastructure
We support developers, contractors and lenders through the various stages of a project, from tendering and contracting to implementation, handover and operation, addressing the legal issues that arise from the nature of the project, its parties and its objectives.
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Tender and procurement support
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Drafting construction and EPC contracts
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Project finance and security documentation
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Claims, variation orders and completion issues
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
We work alongside public and private entities on a wide range of partnership frameworks, concession arrangements and long-term project agreements, taking account of risk allocation, regulatory requirements and the nature of the relationship between the parties.
Examples of our work include:
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Structuring partnerships and concessions
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Preparing bids and tender documents
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Long-term project and offtake agreements
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Risk allocation and coordination with government entities
Government Advisory
We advise government entities, and the companies working with them, on legal and regulatory matters relating to government contracting, procurement and related frameworks, taking account of the applicable legal requirements and public policy objectives.
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Advice on government procurement and tenders
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Government contracts and framework agreements
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Regulatory analysis and policy support
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Compliance with public-sector requirements
Capital Markets
We work alongside issuers and investors on a wide range of capital markets transactions, offerings, listings and related regulatory obligations, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations and in line with the nature and requirements of each transaction.
Examples of our work include:
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Preparing for offerings and listings
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Prospectuses and disclosure documents
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Ongoing regulatory obligations
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Advice on funds and investment products
Real Estate
We advise on a wide range of real estate transactions, leasing and development arrangements and related regulatory matters, taking account of the requirements of each asset and transaction and the objectives of the parties involved.
Examples of our work include:
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Sale, purchase and transfer of ownership
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Commercial and residential leasing
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Development and construction arrangements
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Title deed, registration and compliance matters
Private Wealth & Family Businesses
We advise families, their family offices and their businesses on ownership, governance, succession and continuity, taking account of the nature of each family’s structure, its objectives and the requirements of its businesses across generations.
Examples of our work include:
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Ownership structures and family holding companies
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Succession and continuity planning
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Family governance and charters
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Establishing and supporting family offices
Intellectual Property
We help our clients protect, manage and commercialise their intellectual property rights, handling related matters from registration and licensing to enforcement and disputes.
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Trademark registration and portfolio management
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Licensing and commercialisation agreements
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Intellectual property aspects of transactions and investments
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Infringement, enforcement and disputes
Restructuring & Insolvency
We work alongside companies, creditors and board members on a wide range of restructuring and insolvency matters, including debt restructuring, Protective Settlement and statutory procedures, with a focus on preserving value and managing risk.
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Debt restructuring and settlement arrangements
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Protective Settlement and Financial Restructuring Procedures
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Creditor claims and enforcement matters
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Statutory liquidation and closure procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
We provide legal advice and services to government entities, companies and investors across a broad range of matters, including corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, banking and finance, real estate, intellectual property, regulatory matters and other areas within our expertise. Please contact us to discuss whether our services are suitable for your particular matter.
The time required depends on the nature and complexity of the matter, the procedures and schedules of the relevant authorities, and the level of cooperation among the parties involved. Once we have reviewed the details, we can explain the anticipated process and the factors that may affect the timeframe, while keeping the client informed of significant developments.
Yes. We treat our clients’ information as confidential in accordance with the applicable professional, legal and ethical obligations, subject to the requirements of relevant laws and regulations.
Not necessarily. Depending on the nature of the dispute and the client’s interests, negotiation, mediation, arbitration or another form of alternative dispute resolution may be appropriate. We assess the available options with the client before determining the appropriate course of action, while remaining prepared to pursue litigation when necessary.
Yes. We advise on matters involving multiple jurisdictions and, when necessary, can coordinate with trusted legal counsel and other professionals in relevant countries. The scope of our work is determined by the jurisdictions involved and the nature of the matter.
For each engagement, we assign a team with the appropriate experience and expertise. We inform the client who is responsible for managing the matter and how to contact them, while involving other specialists as required.
You can contact us through our website, by email or by telephone and provide the necessary preliminary information. We will then conduct the required conflict-of-interest checks and coordinate the next step according to the nature of your enquiry.
Let’s Talk About Your Needs
Whether you have a legal matter, an enquiry or a new collaboration in mind, we would be pleased to hear from you and discuss how to move forward.