Siraj Al Islam, recognised as one of the best
lawyer in Saudi Arabia
Siraj Al Islam manages One 2 One Legal, the firm
awarded Best Boutique Law Firm in Saudi Arabia
I took over from Siraj but shadowed him for a few months before he left. Something I noticed was Siraj's dedication and persistence. Both qualities make Siraj a particularly effective negotiator. He has a great strategic grasp on a situation which is combined with a significant presence. Similar comments have been made by the internal clients, whom he served, for a number of years. Whilst at ISS UK, Siraj set up a number of detailed and effective systems. The basis of these systems are still used today across a number of areas (finance; risk; competition; and data protection). Siraj built the role of General Counsel at ISS UK and he couldn't have achieved this without stepping up and really understanding what was required and then tirelessly working to deliver as much as was possible. I'm grateful for his hard work.
GENERAL
COUNSEL
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GENERAL COUNSEL / PARTNER
A highly rated award-winning legal advisor and recognised expert in Islamic Project Finance and Restructuring offers proven success in generating new business, strong legal presence in business relations, negotiations, and litigation, and leadership in regards to risk management/mitigation. Leads project management, due diligence, and corporate transactions such as M&As, JVs, and divestitures. Experience spans diverse industries and multimillion/billion-dollar assignments with international partners. Recognised for innovation and legal leadership by clients and leading industry publications.
Renowned legal professional who garners strong client loyalty and referral business in start-up and established settings
I was one of the youngest General Counsel’s to be appointed by the world’s best outsourcing company ISS; was engaged to setup and managed the legal services department of the company.
- Brought a portable book of business to Dewey& LeBoeuf valued at approximately $2.48M and realised $1.1M+ in first 10 months of employment as a recognised expert in Islamic finance and Saudi real estate fund documents.
Noted expert in Islamic banking/real estate with significant experience in international business and risk management
- Prepared Islamic finance documents for a $10B Ijara-based Islamic finance of a downstream petrochemical complex as well as Ijara-based Islamic finance documents related to $750M development project in Makkah.
- Created the award nominated ICRAM (ISS Contractual Risk Analysis Model) which is now globally used; model yielded zero insurance increase during the year of implementation.
Business partner with broad experience in M&A activity and organic growth that spans multiple industries/markets…
- Led due diligence on the £4B acquisition and refinance of ISS by Goldman Sachs in the UK; reviewed and presented to the board of directors all finance documents.
- Directed structuring of a major oil service provider’s supply contracts and business requirements for a leading oil drilling company’s inter-company relationship.
Noted expert in Islamic banking/real estate with significant experience in international business and risk management
- Prepared Islamic finance documents for a $10B Ijara-based Islamic finance of a downstream petrochemical complex as well as Ijara-based Islamic finance documents related to $750M development project in Makkah.
- Created the award nominated ICRAM (ISS Contractual Risk Analysis Model) which is now globally used; model yielded zero insurance increase during the year of implementation.
Business partner with broad experience in M&A activity and organic growth that spans multiple industries/markets…
- Led due diligence on the £4B acquisition and refinance of ISS by Goldman Sachs in the UK; reviewed and presented to the board of directors all finance documents.
- Directed structuring of a major oil service provider’s supply contracts and business requirements for a leading oil drilling company’s inter-company relationship.
“I have been involved in several transactions where Siraj was advising the other side, and each time I have welcomed his courtesy and professionalism and his willingness to give due consideration to any comments and propose practical solutions for ensuring that the transaction proceeds smoothly to a successful conclusion.”