Investment & Venture Capital

M&CO advises investors, investment funds and start-ups at every stage of the investment, drawing on an understanding of the legal and commercial considerations that govern investment transactions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We help clients structure investments to meet their objectives and review the risks and regulatory requirements attached to each transaction.

Our experience spans the early stages of an investment and the assessment of the proposed structure, through negotiating terms and drafting and reviewing the investment documents, to completion — with close attention to investor rights, governance mechanisms and the protection of each party’s commercial interests.

We also advise on investments in start-ups and high-growth ventures, and handle the full range of matters arising in funding and investment rounds.

Our experience includes

• Structuring investments and funding rounds
• Investment and subscription agreements
• Shareholders’ agreements and investor rights
• Legal due diligence
• Managing and allocating equity and investments
• Governance, voting rights and board seats
• Exit mechanisms and share transfers
• Co-investments and investment partnerships
• Regulatory matters relating to investment and venture capital
• Legal aspects of M&A and exits