Saudi Justice Ministry grants licenses to 15 international law firms

The Saudi Ministry of Justice has granted licenses to 15 international law firms to operate in the Kingdom, with another 15 applications currently under review, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

This move forms part of the ministry’s efforts to raise the standards of the legal profession in Saudi Arabia, boost the efficiency of legal practitioners, and create a more conducive environment for business and investment.

Prospective foreign law firms wishing to establish a presence in the Kingdom are encouraged to apply through the ministry’s digital platform Najiz.sa.

It outlines the specific forms to be completed, and lists the essential documents that must accompany the application.

During the International Conference on Justice held in Riyadh in March, Justice Minister Waleed Al-Samaani and Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih presented licenses to the first three foreign law firms to operate in the Kingdom.