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ABOUT US
We understand your needs and speak your language
We are committed to providing diligent legal representation and tax consultancy, tailored to meet our clients’ needs. Our team encompasses lawyers and tax advisors licensed from Canada, France, Italy, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. One of the key reasons why our international clients rely on us is that we are multilingual and familiar with their culture, all thanks to our diverse team of professionals.
We are dedicated to supporting both the dispute resolution and transactional needs of our clients and assist them through our full-service legal and fiscal support, prioritizing their success inside the courts and their development in their marketplace.
Innovation & Creativity
We pride ourselves in the diversity of our team which fuels our creativity and allows us to provide innovative and quality legal and tax services to regional and international businesses, financial institutions and high net worth individuals for the full range of business transactions and dispute resolution.
Our distinction lies not in what we offer, but in the way we offer it. We combine worldwide experience with local expertise to comprehensively manage complex disputes, commercial transactions and multi-national regulatory issues in English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Turkish.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Staying true to our unwavering principles while achieving the goals we set for ourselves brings us great satisfaction. This commitment, combined with the trust and gratitude of our clients, drives us to consistently deliver reliable legal and tax solutions. We believe that through the values of Integrity, Trust, Transparency, Development, Quality Management, Diversity, Collaboration and Innovation, we tend to exceed the expectations of those we serve.
Duties towards our clients
INTEGRITY: Adhering to the highest ethical standards ensures that our actions reflect honesty, fairness, and respect. Whether dealing with clients, colleagues, or opposing parties, we remain committed to maintaining professionalism and ethical conduct in every interaction.
TRUST: Delivering reliable and effective solutions to our clients, has built long-lasting relationships with them, grounded in mutual trust and confidence. We go above and beyond to deliver outstanding outcomes.
TRANSPARENCY: Having open and honest communication is essential to our approach. We ensure that our decision-making processes and interactions with clients are clear and straightforward, fostering a relationship where our clients are fully informed and involved at every stage. We provide clients with convenient access to their case files, allowing them to stay updated on developments and track progress at any time.
Passion for work
DEVELOPMENT: Believing in the continuous growth of our people, we create opportunities for both personal and professional development, fostering a culture of learning and self-improvement. At the same time, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance, ensuring that our team can thrive both in their careers and personal lives.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT: Maintaining rigorous standards allows us to ensure that our clients receive reliable and top-tier services that meet their unique needs. Delivering high-quality services is at the heart of our mission. We are dedicated to consistently improving our processes, a commitment that comes from our focus on innovation.
WE ARE ONE LAW FIRM
DIVERSITY: Establishing an exclusive multicultural team of lawyers and tax advisors in our offices reflects the diverse backgrounds of our Firm and provides us with a competitive advantage through our multifaceted legal and fiscal services.
COLLABORATION: Having this multicultural team of lawyers, we always make sure to build and develop strong bonds between our professionals. We work collaboratively across borders, transcending organizational, functional, and geographic boundaries.
WE ARE INNOVATORS
INNOVATIVE INTERNAL ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT TOOLS: We continuously adopt cutting-edge technologies and management practices to enhance our internal processes. By streamlining workflows, improving efficiency, and fostering collaboration, we create an agile and responsive environment that empowers our team to deliver exceptional results. Our commitment to innovation ensures that we remain ahead of the curve, monitoring the changing landscape of the legal industry.
INNOVATION IN LEGAL SERVICES: We apply the same forward-thinking approach to the legal services we provide. By embracing new legal technologies, creative problem-solving techniques, and a deep understanding of emerging trends, we offer our clients innovative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our ability to think outside the box allows us to navigate complex legal challenges and provide our clients with strategies that are not only effective but also future-focused.
EPTALEX is a law firm in KSA providing comprehensive legal services to
local businesses, multinational corporations, investors, financial
institutions, government entities and private clients. From our office
in Riyadh, our lawyers combine knowledge of the Saudi legal and
regulatory environment with international experience to deliver
practical, commercially focused legal solutions.
Our team advises clients on corporate and commercial matters, foreign
investment, company formation, mergers and acquisitions, banking and
finance, dispute resolution, employment law, regulatory compliance,
restructuring and cross-border transactions across the Kingdom.
Whether you are establishing a business, expanding into the Saudi
market, completing a transaction or resolving a commercial dispute,
EPTALEX provides legal advice aligned with your commercial objectives —
backed by an international network with offices across the Middle East
and Europe.
### Riyadh Office
Located on Othman Bin Affan Road in Al Nada District, our Riyadh office
provides legal services to clients across the capital and throughout
Saudi Arabia — covering corporate transactions, dispute resolution,
regulatory compliance, banking and finance, and cross-border investment.
## Our Legal Team in Riyadh
Our KSA legal team advises clients on corporate, commercial, regulatory
and dispute-related matters in Saudi Arabia, combining local knowledge
with international experience across our network of offices.
EPTALEX is an international law firm in KSA providing corporate, commercial and legal services to Saudi and international businesses, investors and institutions. Based in Riyadh, our Saudi Arabia lawyers advise clients on corporate transactions, foreign investment, mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, banking and finance, dispute resolution, employment and regulatory matters.
Combining local knowledge of the Saudi legal and regulatory environment with EPTALEX’s international network across the Middle East and Europe, we provide commercially focused legal advice for companies operating in or expanding into Saudi Arabia.
# Law Firm in KSA – Corporate & Commercial Lawyers in Saudi Arabia
EPTALEX is a law firm in KSA providing comprehensive legal services to local businesses, multinational corporations, investors, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, family businesses and private clients. Through our Riyadh presence and international network, we combine an understanding of the Saudi legal and regulatory environment with cross-border capabilities across the Middle East and Europe.
Our lawyers in Saudi Arabia advise clients on corporate and commercial matters, foreign investment, company formation, mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, commercial contracts, dispute resolution, employment, regulatory compliance, real estate, construction, taxation, restructuring and cross-border transactions.
Whether you are establishing a business in Saudi Arabia, expanding an existing operation, completing an investment or corporate transaction, or dealing with a legal dispute, EPTALEX provides practical and commercially focused legal advice tailored to your objectives.
## Legal Services in KSA
EPTALEX provides a broad range of legal services to companies, investors, institutions and private clients operating in Saudi Arabia. Our multidisciplinary lawyers work collaboratively across practice areas and jurisdictions to address complex legal and commercial matters.
### Corporate Law
Our corporate lawyers advise businesses throughout their lifecycle, from establishment and structuring to governance, expansion, restructuring and strategic transactions.
Our corporate legal services include:
* Company formation and incorporation
* Corporate structuring and restructuring
* Corporate governance
* Shareholder agreements
* Joint ventures
* Partnerships
* Corporate reorganizations
* Directors’ and shareholders’ matters
* Corporate due diligence
* Legal opinions
* Cross-border corporate transactions
### Commercial Transactions
We advise clients on the legal aspects of their day-to-day commercial activities and strategic business relationships.
Our commercial lawyers assist with:
* Commercial agreements
* Distribution and agency agreements
* Supply agreements
* Service agreements
* Franchise agreements
* Licensing agreements
* Management agreements
* Partnership agreements
* Confidentiality agreements
* Commercial negotiations
* Contract review and drafting
* Contractual risk assessment
### Foreign Investment in Saudi Arabia
EPTALEX assists international companies and investors seeking to enter or expand within the Saudi Arabian market.
Our lawyers advise on:
* Foreign investment structures
* Market-entry strategies
* Saudi company structures
* Investment and ownership arrangements
* Joint ventures with Saudi partners
* Corporate and regulatory requirements
* Licensing and approvals
* Investment agreements
* Cross-border investment structures
* Ongoing legal and regulatory compliance
We work with international businesses seeking to establish operations in Saudi Arabia and Saudi companies pursuing international expansion.
### Company Formation in KSA
Establishing a business in Saudi Arabia requires careful consideration of the appropriate corporate structure, regulatory requirements and commercial objectives.
Our Saudi Arabia lawyers assist clients with company formation and business establishment, including:
* Selection of the appropriate legal structure
* Incorporation and registration
* Corporate documentation
* Shareholder arrangements
* Joint venture structures
* Licensing matters
* Corporate governance
* Regulatory requirements
* Legal compliance following establishment
### Mergers & Acquisitions
Our M&A lawyers advise buyers, sellers, investors and shareholders throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Our services include:
* Legal due diligence
* Transaction structuring
* Share purchase agreements
* Asset purchase agreements
* Merger documentation
* Acquisition agreements
* Joint venture arrangements
* Shareholder agreements
* Negotiations
* Regulatory considerations
* Transaction closing
* Post-transaction matters
We coordinate Saudi and international legal work for transactions involving multiple jurisdictions.
### Banking & Finance
EPTALEX provides legal support to financial institutions, companies, investors and borrowers in connection with financing transactions and financial arrangements.
Our banking and finance services include:
* Corporate finance
* Project finance
* Financing arrangements
* Loan documentation
* Security arrangements
* Investment structures
* Financial regulatory matters
* Funds and investments
* Islamic finance
* Financial compliance
* Cross-border financing
### Funds, Investments & Financial Regulatory
We advise investment funds, investors, financial institutions and businesses on legal and regulatory matters associated with investments and financial activities.
Our services include:
* Investment structures
* Fund establishment
* Financial regulatory matters
* Investment agreements
* Regulatory compliance
* Corporate investment structures
* Transactional support
* Cross-border investment matters
### Litigation & Arbitration
Our dispute resolution lawyers advise companies and individuals involved in commercial, civil and other disputes.
We assist with:
* Commercial litigation
* Contractual disputes
* Corporate disputes
* Shareholder disputes
* Construction disputes
* Real estate disputes
* Debt recovery
* Enforcement matters
* Arbitration
* Settlement negotiations
* Alternative dispute resolution
* Cross-border disputes
Our lawyers develop practical dispute-resolution strategies designed around the client’s commercial objectives and risk profile.
### Employment & Labour Law
EPTALEX advises employers and businesses on employment and labour matters in Saudi Arabia.
Our employment legal services include:
* Employment contracts
* Employment policies
* Workforce restructuring
* Employee rights and obligations
* Recruitment and onboarding
* Termination matters
* Employment disputes
* Workplace policies
* Confidentiality provisions
* Regulatory compliance
* Employment-related negotiations
### Regulatory & Compliance
Saudi Arabia’s regulatory environment continues to evolve across multiple sectors. Our lawyers assist businesses in understanding their legal obligations and managing regulatory risks.
Our regulatory and compliance services include:
* Regulatory assessments
* Corporate compliance
* Governance
* Internal policies
* Compliance programs
* Regulatory approvals
* Risk assessment
* Data protection and privacy
* Sector-specific regulatory matters
* Contractual compliance
### Construction & Infrastructure
We provide legal advice to developers, contractors, investors, project owners and other participants in the construction and infrastructure sectors.
Our services include:
* Construction contracts
* Project development
* Infrastructure projects
* Engineering agreements
* Contractor and subcontractor agreements
* Project finance
* Construction disputes
* Project risk management
* Procurement
* Regulatory matters
### Real Estate
Our lawyers advise clients on real estate transactions, development projects and related commercial arrangements.
Our real estate services include:
* Real estate transactions
* Property development
* Sale and purchase agreements
* Leasing arrangements
* Real estate investments
* Development agreements
* Property-related due diligence
* Real estate disputes
* Construction-related matters
### Taxation
EPTALEX provides legal and strategic support on tax-related matters connected with corporate structures, transactions and investments.
Our services include:
* Tax structuring
* Tax compliance
* Transaction-related tax matters
* Corporate tax considerations
* Cross-border tax matters
* Tax-efficient structures
* Tax-related legal opinions
### Restructuring & Insolvency
We advise companies, shareholders, investors and creditors in connection with financial distress, restructuring and insolvency-related matters.
Our services include:
* Corporate restructuring
* Debt restructuring
* Insolvency matters
* Creditor arrangements
* Reorganization
* Restructuring transactions
* Legal risk assessment
* Negotiations with creditors
* Related litigation and enforcement
### Intellectual Property
Our lawyers advise businesses on protecting and managing intellectual property rights as part of their commercial activities.
Our services include:
* Intellectual property protection
* Trademark matters
* Commercial licensing
* IP-related agreements
* Technology-related transactions
* IP disputes
* Brand protection
### Digital Media, Internet & Technology
We advise technology companies and businesses using digital platforms on legal and regulatory issues arising from technology and digital operations.
Our services include:
* Technology agreements
* Digital business structures
* Internet and e-commerce matters
* Technology transactions
* Data protection
* Privacy
* Digital media
* Technology-related regulatory matters
* Emerging technologies
### Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies
EPTALEX advises businesses navigating the legal considerations associated with artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Our work includes:
* AI-related legal matters
* Technology contracts
* Data and privacy considerations
* Regulatory compliance
* Intellectual property issues
* Emerging technology transactions
* Risk assessment
### Competition Law
We advise businesses on competition and antitrust matters arising from their commercial activities and transactions.
Our services include:
* Competition compliance
* Competition-related agreements
* M&A competition considerations
* Regulatory matters
* Commercial practices
* Competition risk assessment
### Customs Law
Our lawyers advise businesses involved in international trade and cross-border activities on customs-related legal matters.
### Public Tenders & Procurement
We advise companies participating in public procurement and tender processes, including contractual, regulatory and compliance considerations.
### Insurance & Reinsurance
Our lawyers advise insurance companies, businesses and investors on legal and regulatory issues related to insurance and reinsurance activities.
### Criminal Law
Our dispute resolution team provides legal advice and representation in applicable criminal and business-related matters.
### Administrative & Public Law
We advise businesses and institutions on matters involving administrative authorities, public-sector regulations and applicable administrative frameworks.
### Immigration & Citizenship
EPTALEX provides legal assistance concerning immigration, residency, citizenship and related regulatory matters for businesses, executives and individuals.
### Media & Communications
We advise businesses and media organizations on legal matters related to communications, content, media activities and related commercial arrangements.
### Medical & Healthcare Law
Our lawyers advise healthcare businesses and organizations on regulatory, contractual, corporate and compliance matters.
### Industrial & Manufacturing
We provide legal support to industrial and manufacturing businesses on corporate, commercial, regulatory, contractual and operational matters.
### Fashion & Luxury Industry
EPTALEX advises fashion and luxury businesses on commercial transactions, intellectual property, licensing, distribution and regulatory matters.
### Private Wealth, Wills & Succession Planning
We assist private clients, entrepreneurs and families with wealth planning, succession and related legal structures.
Our services include:
* Wills
* Probate
* Estate administration
* Succession planning
* Family governance
* Family business structures
* Asset planning
* Private wealth matters
## Our Lawyers in Saudi Arabia
EPTALEX’s KSA team combines local knowledge with international legal experience to assist clients with business transactions, investments, disputes and regulatory matters.
### Steeve Zouein
**Partner – KSA**
Steeve Zouein is a Partner at EPTALEX and plays a key role in developing and leading the firm’s Saudi Arabia platform. He advises multinational and regional clients expanding their businesses into Saudi Arabia and the GCC, including on establishing appropriate legal structures in accordance with Saudi regulations, GCC frameworks and foreign investment requirements.
Steeve has extensive experience in commercial, civil and criminal disputes and advises clients on legal strategy, litigation and dispute resolution. His transactional work includes drafting and reviewing agreements, conducting due diligence, negotiating commercial arrangements and developing strategies for companies operating across jurisdictions.
He also advises clients on KSA and GCC-related contracts, international conventions and regulatory matters. Steeve joined EPTALEX in 2019 and was promoted to Partner in 2026.
He is fluent in Arabic, English and French.
### Ingrid Kamar
**Senior Associate – KSA**
Ingrid Kamar is a Senior Associate at EPTALEX with experience in corporate and transactional matters. She advises companies and investors on business transactions, investments and related legal issues.
Her areas of experience include Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Project Finance, Commercial Transactions, Taxation, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Funds, Investments and Financial Regulatory matters.
In M&A transactions, Ingrid assists with due diligence, negotiations and the drafting of key transaction agreements. She also advises clients on financing structures, corporate transactions, regulatory considerations and tax-related matters.
Ingrid joined the Eptalex team after gaining experience in legal consultation and corporate and insurance-related matters. She is fluent in Arabic, French and English.
### EPTALEX International Legal Team
Our Saudi Arabia team works closely with EPTALEX lawyers and specialists across our international offices. This enables clients to access multidisciplinary expertise when a Saudi transaction or legal matter involves multiple jurisdictions.
Our international network supports clients with cross-border corporate transactions, investments, financing, disputes, tax, regulatory matters and international expansion.
## Why Choose EPTALEX as Your Law Firm in KSA?
EPTALEX combines Saudi market knowledge with international legal capabilities.
### Local Understanding
Our Riyadh presence gives clients access to lawyers familiar with the Saudi business and regulatory environment.
### International Capabilities
Our lawyers work collaboratively with EPTALEX professionals across the Middle East and Europe to support cross-border matters.
### Multidisciplinary Expertise
Corporate, commercial, finance, tax, dispute resolution and regulatory lawyers collaborate to address complex legal issues.
### Commercial Approach
We focus on understanding our clients’ businesses and objectives so that our legal advice is practical, strategic and commercially relevant.
### Cross-Border Support
We assist international companies entering Saudi Arabia as well as Saudi businesses expanding into international markets.
## Industries We Serve
Our lawyers advise clients across a broad range of sectors, including:
* Energy and natural resources
* Construction and infrastructure
* Banking and financial services
* Real estate
* Technology and telecommunications
* Healthcare and pharmaceuticals
* Manufacturing and industrial businesses
* Retail and consumer goods
* Hospitality
* Media and communications
* Insurance
* Fashion and luxury
* Family businesses
* Investment and private equity
* Professional services
## Legal Support for Businesses Entering Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia continues to attract international companies and investors across a wide range of industries. EPTALEX assists businesses evaluating opportunities in the Kingdom and provides legal support throughout the market-entry and expansion process.
Our lawyers can assist with corporate structuring, foreign investment, company formation, shareholder arrangements, joint ventures, commercial contracts, regulatory matters, employment, real estate, financing and ongoing compliance.
For businesses already operating in Saudi Arabia, we provide ongoing corporate, commercial and regulatory support as their activities develop.
## Cross-Border Legal Services
Many Saudi businesses operate internationally, while international companies increasingly establish operations and investments in the Kingdom.
EPTALEX provides coordinated legal support for cross-border matters through its network across the Middle East and Europe. Our lawyers work together to provide clients with consistent advice across jurisdictions while taking into account the specific requirements of Saudi Arabia and each relevant foreign market.
## Riyadh Law Firm
EPTALEX’s Saudi Arabia office is located in Riyadh, one of the Kingdom’s principal business and financial centers.
Our Riyadh lawyers advise Saudi and international clients on corporate transactions, investments, commercial agreements, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, employment, finance and other legal matters.
**EPTALEX – Riyadh Office**
8250 Othman Bin Affan Road
Al Nada District
Riyadh 19183
Saudi Arabia
**T. +966 50 271 9079**
## Frequently Asked Questions
### What does a law firm in KSA do?
A law firm in KSA provides legal advice and representation to businesses, investors, institutions and individuals on matters governed by Saudi law and applicable regulations. EPTALEX provides corporate, commercial, transactional, regulatory, dispute resolution, employment, finance, real estate and other legal services.
### Can EPTALEX help foreign companies establish a business in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Our lawyers advise international companies and investors on market entry, foreign investment, company formation, corporate structures, joint ventures, licensing, regulatory requirements and ongoing legal compliance.
### Does EPTALEX have lawyers in Riyadh?
Yes. EPTALEX has a Riyadh office in Al Nada District. The KSA team includes Steeve Zouein, Partner KSA, and Ingrid Kamar, Senior Associate KSA.
### Does EPTALEX handle mergers and acquisitions in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Our lawyers advise buyers, sellers, investors and shareholders on M&A transactions, including due diligence, transaction structuring, negotiations, agreements and closing.
### Does EPTALEX provide corporate legal services in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Our corporate lawyers advise companies on incorporation, corporate governance, shareholder arrangements, joint ventures, restructuring, commercial agreements and strategic transactions.
### Does EPTALEX handle disputes in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Our dispute resolution lawyers assist with commercial, civil and contractual disputes, arbitration, litigation, debt recovery, enforcement and settlement negotiations.
### Can EPTALEX assist with cross-border transactions?
Yes. EPTALEX coordinates legal work across its international network for transactions involving Saudi Arabia and other jurisdictions.
### How can I contact an EPTALEX lawyer in KSA?
You can contact our Riyadh office at +966 50 271 9079 or submit an enquiry through our website to discuss your legal requirements with our KSA team.
## Contact Our Saudi Arabia Lawyers
If you are looking for a law firm in KSA, corporate lawyers in Saudi Arabia, legal advice in Riyadh or assistance with a cross-border transaction involving the Kingdom, EPTALEX can assist.
**Contact our KSA team to discuss your legal requirements.**
**EPTALEX Riyadh Office**
8250 Othman Bin Affan Road
Al Nada District
Riyadh 19183
Saudi Arabia
**T. +966 50 271 9079**
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We are active members in our community
We are committed to serving our community through various and frequent initiatives encouraging our teams’ social awareness and involvement in our community’s needs and expectations.
ACHIEVEMENTS
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
MEMBERSHIPS
CSR AND PRO BONO
PRO BONO LEGAL SERVICES
Through high levels of expertise, commitment and know-how in numerous practice areas, our lawyers work collaboratively to provide pro bono legal services to young entrepreneurs, associations and vulnerable individuals.
PRO BONO TRAININGS
We are involved with international organizations, universities and clinics to provide free trainings for graduate lawyers and tax advisors. We also offer trainings for entrepreneurs in association with entrepreneurship institutes and business incubators to enable them to grasp their legal responsibilities and rights as well as the fiscal framework in which they operate in order to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
INVOLVEMENT IN THE CIVIL SOCIETY
We organize events and projects each year in order to support our local communities. We also encourage the enrollment and volunteering of our professionals in civic, educational, community and cultural non-governmental organizations.