English-speaking lawyers in Riyadh

Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia and the centre of its government, finance and many new regional headquarters. Expat professionals, foreign investors and international companies regularly look for English-speaking lawyers in Riyadh.

Employment matters are frequent: contracts, end of service benefits, iqama transfers and disputes before the labour courts. Investors need licences from the Ministry of Investment, company setup and commercial contracts. Families ask about marriage, divorce and custody under the Personal Status Law, and some clients need criminal defence or help with travel bans.

Saudi courts work in Arabic, and documents must be filed in Arabic through approved translation offices. Foreign papers need legalisation or an apostille. Lawyers practising in court must be licensed by the Ministry of Justice and belong to the Saudi Bar Association. Foreign firms usually work alongside licensed Saudi lawyers. English-speaking lawyers in Riyadh often charge fixed fees or retainers. English-speaking lawyers in Riyadh should explain what the court process looks like before you sign. Compare the firms below and contact them directly.