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Source: The Oath
10.22.25
A team of Pillsbury lawyers recently authored an article in The Oath exploring how Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program is driving both rapid economic growth and far-reaching legal reform. The introduction of the Saudi Civil Transactions Law (CTL)—the Kingdom’s first civil code—together with significant updates to investment, enforcement and arbitration laws, is reshaping the legal landscape into one that is more transparent, predictable and aligned with international standards.
The article highlights the pivotal role of the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA) in this transformation. With its modernized rules, growing caseload and increasing judicial support, the SCCA is positioning Riyadh as a credible and competitive regional arbitration hub for disputes across the GCC and MENA regions. As a result, Riyadh is rapidly emerging as a leading destination for international arbitration and investment.
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Pillsbury’s recently established office in Riyadh, Pillsbury AlArfaj, marks a major step in its strategic expansion across the Middle East. The firm’s International Arbitration practice offers a truly global perspective on the resolution of cross-border disputes, combining deep expertise in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) with extensive experience before leading arbitral institutions worldwide. The team has successfully handled matters under both common law and civil law systems, including disputes governed by Saudi law, and has represented clients across the entire MENA region.