Khalid Al-Abdulkareem appointed as managing partner

Clifford Chance has announced that Khalid Al-Abdulkareem has been appointed office managing partner of Clifford Chance's Riyadh office effective January 1, 2016.

Al-Abdulkareem is one of the original founding partners of our joint Saudi and international operations in the Kingdom. He is highly respected in the market, a brilliant technician and commands a loyal client following. His appointment demonstrates the strength and importance of our Saudi practice. Khalid will continue to co-head our award-winning Corporate practice alongside partner Omar Rashid.

"I am honoured to be appointed office managing partner. Since the opening of our Riyadh office two years ago, Clifford Chance's Saudi presence has gone from strength to strength. I am very proud to be leading a team who have unsurpassed technical knowledge of the local market and who deliver enduring and unwavering support to our growing loyal local and international client base," commented Al-Abdulkareem.

Tim Plews steps down from his role as office managing partner but will continue to head the Middle East Financial Services & Regulatory practice.