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A New Era in Saudi Law: The Introduction of the Civil Code

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has embarked on a significant legal reform with the introduction of its first Civil Transactions Law (the “Civil Code”), which took effect on December 16, 2023. Originally published in Law...more

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The New KSA Civil Code: Termination of Contracts

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Prior to the new Civil Transactions Law of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (referred to as the “KSA Civil Code”), there were no detailed rules on termination (or faskh) at law in Saudi Arabia. As with other areas of Saudi law,...more

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The New KSA Civil Code: Construction Contracts

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In our first two articles in this series, we introduced the new Civil Transactions Law of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (referred to as the “KSA Civil Code”) and provided analysis of its key provisions relevant to forming...more

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The New KSA Civil Code: Forming a Contract

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In our initial article in this series, we introduced the new Civil Code of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (referred to as the “KSA Civil Code”). This significant legislative milestone codifies the law governing the forming of a...more

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Introducing the New KSA Civil Code

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On June 19, 2023, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia enacted the Civil Transactions Law (the “KSA Civil Code” or the “Code”) promulgated by Royal Decree M/191 dated 18 June 2023 (Dhul-Qi’dah 29 1444 AH). The Code, which enters into...more

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Saudi Arabia's New Civil Code: A Closer Look at Liquidated Damages

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through its new Civil Code, has again signaled its intention to welcome the international business community to contract in the Kingdom under the laws of its legal system. One aspect of the new...more

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