Abdulaziz Bin Batel Law Firm - شركة عبدالعزيز بن باتل للمحاماة

Abdulaziz bin Batel Law Firm and Legal Consultations provides legal services to its clients in legal specialties related to commercial and investment activities, as follows:

Bankruptcy is no longer merely an inability to fulfill debts; it has become an integrated statutory procedure that regulates the relationship between the debtor and the creditor. It allows for the restructuring of financial obligations or an organized exit from the commercial market, all within a framework of strict controls and legal safeguards. The Saudi Bankruptcy Law and its implementing regulations have established a precise legislative framework that consolidates the protection of rights, balances conflicting interests, and enhances the chances of continuity for distressed economic entities.

Key Bankruptcy Services:

Bankruptcy Procedures Support Providing full legal support for protective settlement, financial restructuring, and liquidation procedures in accordance with the Saudi Bankruptcy Law.

Filing and Documentation Preparing and submitting applications to initiate bankruptcy proceedings, and drafting proposals and statutory documents for the competent Commercial Court.

Legal Representation Representing either the debtor or the creditor before bankruptcy trustees and courts, and following up on all procedures until final decisions are rendered.

Restructuring Plans and Negotiations Participating in drafting restructuring plans, negotiating with creditors, and providing legal support during organized exit negotiations.

Liability and Strategic Advisory Providing specialized legal consultations on bankruptcy cases, including the personal liability of directors and shareholders during and after bankruptcy stages.

Labor and Employment Cases

The labor relationship within the work environment is built on a mutual balance of rights and obligations. It is governed by the provisions of the Saudi Labor Law, which stipulates a set of statutory guarantees for both the employee and the employer. These regulations aim to organize the contractual relationship, achieve functional justice, and prevent the abuse of contractual authority.

Key Labor and Employment Services:

Labor Litigation and Dispute Resolution Handling labor lawsuits related to employment contracts, wages, benefits, and workplace injuries, including compensation claims. This includes disputes regarding disciplinary actions imposed by the employer, requests for exemptions from such penalties, and conflicts arising from wrongful termination, unpaid salaries, or the termination of contracts without legitimate cause.

Corporate Representation Representing companies in both individual and collective labor disputes before the competent judicial authorities.

Contractual Compliance and Policy Drafting Reviewing and drafting internal employment contracts and work organization regulations to ensure full compliance with the Labor Law and relevant ministerial resolutions.

Settlement and Exit Support Providing legal support in final exit settlements, the liquidation of entitlements, and the issuance of experience certificates.

Investment serves as a fundamental pillar in achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, supported by a comprehensive legal framework designed to enhance the attractiveness of the investment environment. This framework grants investors statutory guarantees and privileges in accordance with the Investment Law, the Companies Law, and their relevant Implementing Regulations.

Key Investment Services:

Legal Advisory and Structuring Providing specialized legal consultations to local and international investors regarding optimal investment structures and available license types.

Entity Establishment and Licensing Establishing all forms of legal investment entities and completing licensing and registration requirements with the Ministry of Investment (MISA), the Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority (ECZA), and other relevant regulatory bodies.

Contract Drafting and Review Reviewing and drafting partnership agreements, franchise agreements, and commercial alliances related to investment projects.

Investment Litigation and Arbitration Providing legal support in investment cases and disputes, whether through domestic courts or international arbitration.

Risk Management and Compliance Managing legal risks for major investment projects and providing preventive solutions that enhance sustainability and regulatory compliance.

The securities sector in the Kingdom represents one of the vital pillars of the national economy and is subject to direct regulatory and supervisory oversight by the Capital Market Authority (CMA). Under the Capital Market Law, the Authority is responsible for regulating the market, issuing implementing regulations, and overseeing the activities of entities operating within it. This framework is designed to ensure transparency, protect investors, and maintain market integrity.

Key Securities Services:

Public and Private Offerings Advisory Providing legal consultations on public and private offerings, and drafting issuance documents, prospectuses, and statutory reports.

Governance and Disclosure Compliance Drafting internal regulations for listed joint-stock companies in accordance with corporate governance rules and CMA disclosure requirements.

Securities Litigation and Disputes Providing legal representation in disputes arising from securities trading, including disclosure violations, market manipulation, or insider trading.

Representation before Judicial Committees Litigating before the Committee for the Resolution of Securities Disputes (CRSD) and drafting statements of claim, defense, and appeals.

Financial Institutions and Funds Advisory Providing ongoing legal counsel to brokerage firms, investment funds, and financial institutions regarding compliance, regulation, and oversight.

Commercial Papers

At the heart of daily commercial transactions, commercial papers stand as indispensable instruments for payment and credit. Given their unique nature regarding evidence and enforcement, handling them requires a comprehensive legal understanding of the Saudi Commercial Papers Law, the mechanisms for their presentation, the methods for ensuring their enforcement, and the management of specific cases such as endorsement or non-payment.

Key Commercial Papers Services:

Drafting and Reviewing Instruments Preparing, drafting, and reviewing all types of commercial papers in accordance with the provisions of Saudi law to ensure their validity and enforceability.

Legal Advisory and Rights Protection Providing legal consultations regarding the validity of endorsements, assignment of rights, protests of non-payment, and the expiration of rights due to statutes of limitations.

Litigation and Representation Filing lawsuits for payment claims and non-payment cases, and representing clients before both Commercial and Enforcement Courts.

Enforcement Proceedings Directing and overseeing the compulsory enforcement procedures of commercial papers to ensure swift debt recovery.

Handling Complex Instrument Disputes Providing legal support in cases of lost or forged instruments, and defending signatories or those obligated to pay against unlawful claims.

Legal notarization is an indispensable necessity to ensure the legal validity of transactions, document obligations, and prevent future disputes. The Saudi legal system has granted Notaries precise statutory powers to organize contracts, declarations, pledges, and powers of attorney, thereby enhancing the evidentiary weight and judicial enforceability of documents.

Key Legal Notarization Services:

Statutory Notarization Services Providing official notarization for contracts, powers of attorney, and declarations in accordance with the regulations approved by the Ministry of Justice.

Drafting and Electronic Registration Preparing the legal templates for notarized contracts and registering them electronically with the competent authorities.

Corporate and Asset Notarization Notarizing articles of association, partnerships, assignments, mortgages, and statutory amendments to preserve rights and organize business relationships.

Legal Advisory on Instruments Offering statutory advice on the legal impact of informal instruments versus official documents, and preventing the nullification of transactions.

Attestation of International Documents Overseeing the attestation of foreign or international documents in accordance with bilateral agreements and the requirements of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Commercial fraud represents a direct threat to the trust between traders and consumers, compromising product safety and distorting competition within a market environment where quality and compliance requirements are increasingly paramount. Accordingly, the Anti-Commercial Fraud Law and its Implementing Regulations have established a robust legal framework to combat such conduct, ensuring consumer protection and fostering fair competition.”

Key Anti-Commercial Fraud Services:

Specialized Legal Advisory Providing expert legal consultations to commercial entities regarding product compliance with Saudi laws, standards, and technical regulations.

Legal Representation and Defense Representing and defending clients in commercial fraud cases before the Ministry of Commerce, the Public Prosecution, and the Criminal Courts.

Drafting Legal Memoranda and Appeals Preparing legal briefs and objections against administrative penalties, seizures, or facility closures issued by the competent regulatory authorities.

Victim Representation and Compensation Claims Representing parties aggrieved by commercial fraud crimes and initiating compensation lawsuits before the competent Commercial and Criminal Courts.

Preventive Legal Support Offering proactive support through the review of documents, contracts, commercial labels, and technical documentation to ensure full regulatory alignment.

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are fundamental pillars of the knowledge economy, matching traditional physical assets in importance and even surpassing them in several vital sectors. The Kingdom has established an integrated regulatory framework for their protection through the Copyright Law, the Patent Law, the Trademark Law, and their implementing regulations. This framework provides comprehensive legal protection for authors, inventors, and brand owners.

Key Intellectual Property Services:

Registration and Strategic Advisory Providing legal consultations for the registration of trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights.

Registration Management Managing and following up on all registration procedures before the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) until protection certificates are successfully obtained.

IP Litigation and Enforcement Filing lawsuits for the infringement of intellectual property rights—whether traditional or digital—and claiming compensation before the competent Commercial Courts.

Contracting and Rights Management Drafting licensing, usage, transfer, and mortgage agreements for intellectual property rights, ensuring the legal protection of the beneficiary.

IP Legal Due Diligence Providing legal auditing services for intellectual property portfolios prior to mergers or investments, and offering solutions for any legal gaps identified.

Energy

The energy sector in the Kingdom forms the backbone of the national economy and is subject to a precise regulatory framework covering conventional energy, renewables, water, electricity, and hydrogen. Contracts executed within this sector demand high-precision legal requirements and compliance, whether in Independent Power Projects (IPP), supply chains, or strategic partnerships.

Key Energy Services:

Contract Drafting and Review Preparing and reviewing all forms of energy contracts, including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC), Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT), and Power Purchase Agreements (PPA).

Regulatory Liaison and Compliance Representing companies before regulatory authorities, such as the Water and Electricity Regulatory Authority (WERA) and the Ministry of Energy, to ensure compliance and secure necessary licenses.

Renewable Energy and Risk Management Providing specialized legal consultations for renewable energy projects and managing technical and contractual risks.

Energy Litigation and Dispute Resolution Handling lawsuits related to supply breaches, implementation delays, early contract termination, and other industry-specific disputes.

Strategic Partnerships and Consortia Drafting partnership agreements and strategic alliances for major energy projects, ensuring a balance between legal protections and commercial interests.

Given the financial costs of litigation, legal mediation has become a strategic option for resolving disputes through amicable methods that preserve relationships and provide sustainable legal protection of rights. The Saudi legal system has formally recognized mediation and arbitration as effective alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms, whether in commercial, civil, or family matters.

Key Legal Mediation Services:

Representation in Mediation and Arbitration Representing clients in official and amicable mediation and arbitration sessions before competent authorities and accredited centers.

Drafting Settlement Agreements Drafting settlement agreements in a legally binding manner that is enforceable before judicial or arbitral tribunals.

Settlement Mechanism Advisory Providing legal consultations on choosing the most appropriate settlement mechanism and assessing the suitability of a dispute for mediation.

Legal Negotiation Management Managing legal negotiation processes between parties to safeguard rights and avoid judicial escalation.

Defending Settlements and Awards Defending agreements reached through mediation or arbitration before competent courts in cases of appeals or disputes regarding enforcement.

Real estate is one of the most significant components of wealth in the Kingdom and serves as a central pillar for civil and commercial activities. Real estate disputes range from ownership verification claims and usufruct rights to the rescission of sale or lease contracts, possession infringement, and other related conflicts.

Key Real Estate Dispute Services:

Property Ownership and Title Litigation Handling lawsuits related to ownership disputes, overlapping title deeds, eminent domain (expropriation), property division, easement rights (right of way), and all litigation concerning real estate assets.

Eviction and Contractual Rescission Initiating legal action for evictions, the rescission of lease, sale, or investment agreements, and following up on enforcement procedures against non-compliant parties.

Real Estate Legal Advisory Providing specialized legal consultations regarding all types of real estate transactions and potential disputes.

Contract Drafting and Review Reviewing and drafting all types of real estate contracts, including commercial leases, development agreements, and investment contracts.

Representation Before Specialized Committees Representing clients before committees reviewing building violations, property encroachments, and possession-related claims.

In the contracting and construction market, the success of a project is measured by the degree of compliance with contractual terms and regulatory standards at every stage of execution. Given the complexity of construction contracts, the involvement of multiple parties, and the interconnected nature of technical and financial obligations, construction disputes are considered among the most complex and sensitive commercial conflicts.

Key Construction Dispute Services:

Construction Litigation Handling lawsuits related to execution delays, compensation claims for breaches of technical specifications, and disputes between contractors or project owners regarding financial claims, delay penalties, or contract rescission.

Contract Drafting and Review Preparing and drafting construction contracts and contractual addenda to ensure a fair balance between project parties, including expertise in all types of FIDIC contracts.

Financial and Operational Support Providing legal support regarding delayed progress payments (invoices), work handover disputes, and conflicts between subcontractors and main contractors.

Legal Representation and Enforcement Representing clients before judicial authorities and specialized committees, and following up on enforcement and liquidation procedures.

In light of rapid digital transformation, crimes are no longer confined to physical reality; they have shifted to cyberspace in more complex and dangerous forms. The Kingdom’s Anti-Cybercrime Law has addressed these threats with precise and strict provisions covering hacking, online defamation, data theft, identity theft, and electronic extortion. The true challenge in these cases lies in the speed of providing evidence, the precision of procedures, and the complexity of the technical and legal pathways involved.

Key Cybercrime Services:

Legal Advisory and Prevention Providing precise legal consultations on preventing cybercrimes and ensuring full compliance with the provisions of the Law.

Defense in Privacy and Defamation Cases Handling legal defense in cases of online defamation, privacy violations, and the theft of personal accounts and data.

Litigation in Extortion and Hacking Cases Representing clients before the competent Criminal Courts in cases involving electronic extortion, hacking, or digital piracy.

Reporting and Prosecution Support Following up on reports filed with security authorities (Police, Cyber Security, and Public Prosecution) from the moment of reporting until the final judgment is issued.

Claims for Damages and Compensation Representing affected individuals and corporations in lawsuits seeking compensation for damages resulting from cybercrimes.

E-commerce is one of the most prominent modern channels for business growth and customer base expansion. However, its practice is subject to a precise regulatory framework established by the Saudi E-Commerce Law and its implementing regulations. This framework includes strict requirements regarding disclosure, contract execution, and the protection of consumer data and rights. With the expanding scope of remote transactions, legal risks are increasing due to breaches of electronic offer terms, violations of digital advertising standards, or the infringement of digital consumer rights.

Key E-Commerce Services:

Platform Foundation and Policy Drafting Providing specialized legal consultations for establishing online stores, and drafting “Terms and Conditions” and “Privacy Policies.”

Electronic Contract Litigation Representing merchants and consumers in disputes arising from electronic contracts, or complaints related to delivery delays and product non-conformity.

Digital Advertising Compliance Reviewing digital advertising campaigns to ensure compliance with the disclosure and transparency requirements imposed by law.

Technical Contract Preparation Drafting technical agreements related to cloud services, web hosting, and electronic payment software.

Litigation and Administrative Objections Filing lawsuits or administrative objections before competent authorities in cases of electronic fraud, scams, or platform breaches.

Amidst the rapid sporting renaissance witnessed by the Kingdom, and with the expansion of investments, sponsorships, and the hosting of major events, sports activities have become subject to a rigorous legislative and regulatory framework. This framework is overseen by the Ministry of Sport, the Olympic & Paralympic Committee, and the respective sports federations.

Key Sports Law Services:

Drafting Professional Sports Contracts Drafting professional sports contracts, sponsorship agreements, advertising deals, and broadcasting and media rights.

Sports Litigation and Representation Representing clients in sports-related disputes before sports judicial bodies and committees.

Legal Support for Clubs, Federations, and Athletes Providing legal support regarding regulations on professionalism, transfers, and registration for clubs, federations, and athletes.

Dispute Management and Resolution Managing and settling disputes arising from contract terminations or breaches of contractual terms between players, clubs, or sponsors.

Regulatory Compliance Advisory Offering legal consultations to organizing bodies and sports entities on compliance with Saudi and international sports laws and regulations.