Strategic Context

Market analysis showed rising demand for specialist corporate counsel outside Riyadh. Jeddah Saudi Arabia’s western commercial gateway and Al-Khobar the industrial and energy hub of the Eastern Province were identified as priority locations for on-the-ground legal support.

Objectives of the Expansion

  • Faster response times for clients in maritime, logistics and hospitality sectors (Jeddah) and in energy, petrochemicals and manufacturing (Al-Khobar).

  • Local presence in litigation and regulatory matters, reducing travel and procedural delays.

  • Integrated service delivery through a unified digital platform linking all three offices.

Initial Service Lines in Both Branches

  1. Commercial and industrial contracts

  2. Corporate governance and restructuring

  3. Maritime, energy and construction arbitration

  4. Regional trademark and IP advisory

Early Impact (2022-2023)

  • Handled 60+ commercial disputes and contract reviews within the first year.

  • Secured annual advisory mandates from mid-sized energy and logistics companies.

  • Cut average document-turnaround time for western and eastern clients by 40 percent.

Continuing Value

The Jeddah and Al-Khobar branches anchor Sahal Law Firm’s nationwide coverage, ensuring consistent quality standards while bringing specialist legal expertise closer to the Kingdom’s key economic centres.