Robert Vydra
Robert Vydra is a partner in our Saudi Arabian Capital Markets practice. He has been practising in Saudi Arabia since 2007 and has worked on several dozen public and private offerings of securities. Many of the IPOs and other offerings on which Robert has worked rank among the largest and most high-profile securities offerings in the Saudi market.
Robert regularly provides advice on innovative and “first-ever” deals, such as the first Rule 144A securities offering out of Saudi Arabia, the first securities offering out of the GCC qualifying as Lower Tier II capital for regulatory purposes or the first public takeover transaction in Saudi Arabia.
Pursuant to Chambers Global, “Robert Vydra is commended for his knowledge of Islamic capital markets and his vast experience of public and private securities. He is notably proficient in handling matters concerning the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul)”
Mansour Alobaidallah
Mansour is specialized in corporate and capital markets. Mansour advises and represents government stakeholders, Saudi and international clients.
Mansour’s practice focuses primely on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, competition, investment funds, general corporate, foreign investments, commercial disputes and employment matters. Mansour also has significant experience advising clients on real estate developments, franchises and agencies, e-commerce and logistics businesses, information technology services, corporate governance, and other commercial matters.
Mansour is a qualified lawyer in Saudi Arabia, licensed by the Ministry of Justice and is a member of the Saudi Arabian Bar Association.
Yasser Alkhelaiwi
Yasser Alkhelaiwi is a counsel in our Saudi Arabian Capital Markets practice. He has extensive experience in advising regional clients in the securities and equity capital markets transactions in Saudi Arabia. In addition, Yasser’s experience also includes advising clients in relation to mergers and acquisitions, corporate and commercial law, governance and restructuring matters, and litigation.
Yasser is a qualified lawyer in Saudi Arabia, licensed by the Ministry of Justice and is a member of the Saudi Arabian Bar Association.
Anna Leung
Anna Leung is a counsel in our Capital Markets practice. She has advised both issuers and managers on a range of capital markets transactions including IPOs, debt capital markets transactions, project bonds and securitisation.
Anna has worked on many high-profile transactions including the first Rule 144a securities offering by Saudi Aramco, Saudi Aramco’s iconic IPO, the first Sukuk offering by the Kingdom’s Ministry of Finance and the first 144a corporate bond offering by a Kuwaiti corporate.
Mariya McDonnell
Mariya McDonnell is a counsel in our Capital Markets practice. As part of her private practice experience, Mariya has advised both sovereign and corporate issuers and managers on debt capital markets transactions and liability management transactions in Europe, the CIS, Middle East and Africa. She also has extensive capital markets in-house legal counsel experience at a global investment bank in London, UK.
Immediately prior to joining STAT, Mariya worked at a Saudi firm advising PIF companies and giga-projects on corporate, commercial, regulatory and compliance matters.
Rema Almadhi
Reema has an experience in the Capital Market transactions and deals with all issues related to the Saudi Capital Markets Law and its implementing regulations. Reema’s experience includes preparing prospectuses and legal due diligence reports. Also, conducting legal research by utilizing various resources.
Shoug AlShaiban
Shoug, an associate in the Equity Capital Markets practice, specializes in Initial Public Offerings on both the Main and Parallel Markets. She focuses on assisting clients to facilitate the IPO process and ensures outstanding quality work.
Her experience includes drafting and reviewing Legal Due Diligence Reports and Prospectuses, providing essential support throughout the transaction lifecycle. She is dedicated to ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Aljoharah Altuwaijri
Aljoharah, an associate, assists clients in Project Finance, Corporate, and Equity Capital Markets matters. She advises issuers on initial public offerings (IPOs), including drafting bilingual Legal Due Diligence Reports and Prospectuses.
Working closely with partners and other associates, she provides essential support across various transactions. Aljoharah is currently training to become a licensed lawyer in Saudi Arabia, continuously enhancing her legal and advisory capabilities.
Rilwan Shittu
Rilwan, a corporate, finance, and capital markets associate, advises on finance, capital markets, and M&A transactions. He has provided legal and commercial advisory support to corporates, individuals, and government entities across Africa, the UK, and the US.
Prior to joining the firm, he advised on Rule 144A/Regulation S securities offerings and U.S. SEC-registered offerings. He also worked as a Legal Consultant with the World Bank's Legal Operations and Policy Group.
Nouf Alaraj
Nouf, an associate specializing in capital market matters, advises on IPOs, rights issues, and regulatory compliance. She has extensive experience guiding clients on complex domestic and cross-border transactions, including M&A and Foreign Investment Law.
She has successfully guided local and international clients through sophisticated transactions across various industries. Her expertise includes a comprehensive understanding of Capital Market Authority regulations and listing requirements.
AlFahdah AlOhali
AlFahdah, an associate in the Equity Capital Markets practice, focuses on initial public offerings (IPOs) in both the main and parallel markets. She assists clients throughout the IPO process, leveraging her skills in legal due diligence and prospectus preparation.
With strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, AlFahdah plays a crucial role in ensuring regulatory compliance. Her work is integral to facilitating smooth and successful market entries for a diverse range of clients.
Abdulaziz Bin Humud
Abdulaziz, an associate in the Capital Markets practice, specializes in securities and equity capital markets transactions. He provides guidance to clients on initial public offerings (IPOs) in Saudi Arabia, navigating complex regulatory frameworks.
In addition to his capital markets focus, his experience includes advising clients on a range of corporate, commercial law, and governance matters. He provides comprehensive legal support to ensure regulatory compliance and successful transaction execution.