Reed Smith Expands Riyadh Corporate Practice with Team Hire from AlAmmar Law
The global law firm Reed Smith has announced the acquisition of a leading Saudi corporate team from AlAmmar Law, including Mohammed Alammar and Anmar Algharifi as Partners, along with Norah Alqasem as an Associate in its Riyadh office. The appointments significantly enhance the firm’s corporate offering in Saudi Arabia and reflect its continued strategic investment in the Kingdom and the wider Middle East region.
Existing clients of AlAmmar Law will benefit from seamless access to Reed Smith’s global platform, offering a comprehensive, full-service legal capability across multiple sectors and practice areas worldwide.
Mike Young, Head of the firm’s EMEA Corporate Group, said,
“This is a key step in the continued expansion of our corporate practice across Europe and the Middle East. Mohammed and Anmar add exceptional transactional depth across M&A, private equity and strategic investments, strengthening our ability to execute cross-border mandates for regional and international clients.”
Anders Nilsson, Managing Partner of Reed Smith’s Middle East offices, added,
“Mohammed and Anmar are among the most accomplished corporate lawyers in the Saudi market. Their experience advising on complex, high-value transactions and their strong relationships across the Kingdom significantly deepen our capabilities on the ground in Riyadh and position us to support clients navigating Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving business landscape.”
Mohammed Alammar- Experience and Background
He brings over 20 years of experience advising clients across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on corporate matters, including projects and infrastructure, PPP, real estate, investment funds, and finance.
He joins Reed Smith as Partner, having previously served as Managing Partner at AlAmmar Law for nearly two decades. He has also been associated with King & Spalding as Counsel, advising on M&A, corporate, and cross-border investments, and earlier worked with Taylor Wessing and Samba Financial Group in legal advisory roles.
Mohammed Alammar holds an LLM in Telecommunication Law from the University of Strathclyde and a BA in Law from the University of Jordan.
Commenting on the move, Alammar said,
“Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 continues to drive an unprecedented and ambitious economic transformation in the Kingdom, and clients increasingly require integrated international and local advice. Reed Smith’s global reach and sector focus provide us with a powerful platform to deliver the support required by our clients. We are excited to contribute to the firm’s growth and offering in the Kingdom.”
Anmar Algharifi– Experience and Background
Anmar Algharifi also brings more than 20 years of experience, advising on public and private M&A, joint ventures, capital markets, private equity, corporate structuring, and foreign investment matters. He has also advised family investment offices on regional and global investments, governance, and compliance, and has been ranked by Chambers Global as a leading corporate/commercial lawyer in Saudi Arabia.
He joins as Partner from AlAmmar Law, where he served as Head of Corporate. Prior to this, he held leadership roles at MAS Law and Eversheds Sutherland, where he led the corporate practice in Saudi Arabia and advised on M&A, capital markets, and cross-border transactions. Earlier in his career, he worked as Legal Counsel at Zara Investment Holding Co and held roles at ITTQAN and other regional firms, building extensive experience across corporate commercial advisory and investment structuring.
Anmar Algharifi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from the University of Jordan.
Algharifi said,
“In addition to Reed Smith’s commitment to investing in the Saudi market, what attracted us to the firm is its sector-driven strategy and truly international client base. There is significant opportunity in the Saudi market for sophisticated corporate and capital markets work, and we look forward to building a practice that connects local opportunity with global capital.”
Norah Alqasem- Experience and Background
Norah Alqasem joins Reed Smith as an Associate from AlAmmar Law. Prior to this, she was associated with Freshfields, where she gained experience across arbitration, litigation, investigations, and global transactions. She has also worked with SuhailPartners LLP and Mohamed Bin Afif Law Firm, advising on corporate, regulatory, and dispute-related matters, and has participated in international arbitration moots, securing top recognition.
He joins Reed Smith as an Associate from AlAmmar Law. Prior to this, she was associated with Freshfields, where she gained experience across arbitration, litigation, investigations, and global transactions. She has also worked with SuhailPartners LLP and Mohamed Bin Afif Law Firm, advising on corporate, regulatory, and dispute-related matters, and has participated in international arbitration moots, securing top recognition.
Norah Alqasem holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from King Saud University, graduating with distinction.
The team’s addition underscores Reed Smith’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Saudi Arabia and enhancing its ability to deliver high-quality, cross-border corporate advisory services. The move is expected to play a key role in supporting clients navigating the Kingdom’s evolving regulatory and business environment, while further solidifying the firm’s position in the Middle East market.
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