Adnan Al Erqsousi

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

This month’s Law Update shines a spotlight on Saudi Arabia, where legal and regulatory reforms under Vision 2030 are reshaping key industries, including construction, real estate, and corporate governance.

We feature an in-depth case study on subcontractor rights in public procurement, a critical area as public projects drive the Kingdom’s growth.

The edition also explores the Saudi and Kuwaiti Civil Codes and Companies Laws, comparing core principles of corporate structures, company formation, and subcontractor arrangements to provide practical insights for businesses operating across borders.

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Adnan Al Erqsousi

Senior Associate

Biography

Adnan Al Erqsousi is based in our Ras Al Khaimah office where he is involved in all aspects of civil, properties, corporate and commercial litigation, including contractual or tort-based claims, regulatory and precautionary matters, issues of jurisdiction, and debt recovery actions.

In addition, Adnan provides legal advice in relation to contentious matters surrounding partnership and shareholder issues, property disputes, directors’ duties and certain criminal matters such as misappropriation of funds, defamation and fraud. Adnan also undertakes due diligence in relation to ongoing and potential litigation.

Recent Experience

Representing an offshore fund management company in criminal matter related to cryptocurrency investment.
Representing a pharmaceutical company in a multimillion dispute over distribution agreement.
Advising a Development Company in several claims against land developers in a man-made islands located in Ras Al Khaimah.
Advising a Tobacco Company on potential litigation with its commercial agent / distributor for cigarette brands in UAE.
Advising a Leisure Company in criminal proceedings related to an aircraft accident.
Advising a Governmental Entity on outstanding recovery in relation to an acquisition in Cement Factory.
Undertaking comprehensive due diligence for a Development Company in relation to real estate claims.
Carried out a legal due diligence in relation to current known litigation, nationally and internationally, and analyzed known potential litigation relating to a Governmental Authority.
Assisting a PJS company in facilitating a transfer of shares before RAK Investment Authority.
Advising a key client on partnership issues and precautionary matters in relation to a company based in RAK free zone.