Capital Markets
Global Guide 2024 : Saudi Arabia
Band 2
Contact number
+971 4 369 5800Chambers Review
In early 2023 Linklaters became one of the first elite international law firms to be granted a licence to operate in Saudi Arabia. The firm's Dubai office has many years' experience advising on Saudi capital markets issuances, with a long history of involvement in major sukuk and debt capital markets mandates. The Dubai team remains closely involved in Saudi matters, bolstered by a growing capital markets department in Riyadh.
Work Highlights
- A Dubai-based Linklaters team acted for the joint lead managers (including BNP Paribas and Goldman Sachs International) on a USD5 billion, dual-tranche debt issuance by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Responsiveness is very important for us and Linklaters is always available."
"They are always prompt and go the extra mile."
"Responsiveness is very important for us and Linklaters is always available."
"They are always prompt and go the extra mile."
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Fried acts for a range of clients, including regional and international financial institutions. He is turned to for advice on various debt capital markets transactions, with a strong track record regarding Saudi matters. He is managing partner for Linklaters in the Middle East.