Akin Continues Saudi Arabia Expansion with Addition of Ibrahim Siddiki

(Riyadh) – Akin announced today that Ibrahim Siddiki has joined the firm as co-partner-in-charge of its Riyadh office, alongside Alexander Malahias, further advancing the firm’s strategic expansion in Saudi Arabia and strengthening its ability to support clients driving the Kingdom’s economic transformation.

“Saudi Arabia is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing markets globally, and a core pillar of Akin’s long-term strategy in the Middle East,” said Akin co-chair, Abid Qureshi. “Ibrahim’s market reputation and technical strengths align exceptionally well with our clients’ needs in the Kingdom. His appointment underscores our continued commitment to building a market-leading presence in the region.”

Siddiki focuses on cross-border MENA transactions, with a particular emphasis on Saudi Arabia. He advises sovereign and semi-sovereign entities, corporates, private equity sponsors and international investors on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, complex commercial arrangements and regulatory matters. He also brings substantial experience across projects and project financings, including PPPs and large-scale development mandates.

“As demand for sophisticated corporate and transactional advice in the Middle East continues to accelerate, Ibrahim’s arrival brings significant additional depth for our clients,” said David Sewell, co-head of Akin’s global corporate practice. “His extensive experience across Saudi Arabia and the wider region will be a great asset to our clients as we continue to strengthen Akin’s offering in the region.”

“I’m delighted to welcome Ibrahim to the Riyadh leadership team,” added Alexander Malahias, co-partner-in-charge of Akin’s Riyadh office. “He brings senior capability across M&A, projects and development mandates, and I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to build out the team and our offering for clients in the Kingdom.”

“Akin’s exceptional regional platform makes this opportunity especially compelling,” said Ibrahim Siddiki. “The firm’s commitment to the Kingdom, combined with its market-leading strengths in corporate, finance, energy transition and infrastructure, creates an exceptional platform to support clients on their most strategic transactions and projects. I’m excited to contribute to the firm’s continued growth in Riyadh.”

Siddiki will work closely with corporate partner Alexander Malahias and Akin’s broader Middle East team across Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. His arrival follows a period of sustained regional investment, including the addition of project finance partner Jennifer Riddle and the launch of the Riyadh office, reflecting Akin’s continued focus on developing a market-leading presence in Saudi Arabia.

About Akin’s Corporate Practice

Akin’s market-leading corporate & finance lawyers advise clients on complex transactions and capital solutions globally. With more than 300 transactional lawyers across major financial centers on three continents, the team works seamlessly across borders, industries, and the capital structure, advising alternative capital providers, including private equity, private credit, infrastructure, sovereign wealth and other investment funds, public and private companies, on M&A, special situation, debt financings, and corporate governance matters.

About Akin’s Projects & Energy Transition Practice

Akin’s award-winning, Chambers-ranked projects and energy transition team advises clients on the development, financing and operation of energy and infrastructure projects throughout the world, including renewable energy, energy transition, and large-scale infrastructure and development mandates.

Akin is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.