Kirkland & Ellis Middle East head: We aim to "build the best law firm culture and brand" in KSA

Partner and Middle East practice head Kamran Bajwa spoke with Law Middle East about growth plans for the Firm’s Riyadh. Kirkland was the first international law firm to establish a regional headquarters in Saudi Arabi and now has approximately 20 attorneys covering corporate, M&A, capital markets, debt finance and restructuring.

Kamran highlighted why he believes there is a long-term success story in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and how clients have responded.

“Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest growing economies in the world and has been really driving the market and new growth in the Middle East. Many of our clients are active and growing in the region and it became clear it was important for us to be here to service their needs. … The client response has been very enthusiastic, and we are focused on working together to build the best law firm culture and brand in the Kingdom. We are excited to be here partnering with the leadership of Saudi Arabia.”