Leisure and Hospitality

At Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm, we understand that the leisure and hospitality sector is a vital driver of the global economy and a key source of wealth for many nations. In line with Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy, we are dedicated to providing top-tier legal services to this dynamic industry in the Kingdom.

As the sector evolves, it faces new challenges and opportunities. Our focus is on delivering comprehensive legal support tailored to the needs of operators in leisure and hospitality, helping them navigate regulatory frameworks and complex transactions.

As a local Saudi law firm with international expertise, we cater to international investors looking to establish and expand their presence in the leisure and hospitality landscape of Saudi Arabia. Our strong local presence enables us to provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by our clients.

We are committed to helping our clients succeed in this dynamic sector, ensuring they have the legal support necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing environment. Together, we aim to contribute to the sustainable growth of the leisure and hospitality industry in the Kingdom.

Our Services

At Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services tailored to the unique needs of the leisure and hospitality sector. Our expertise encompasses various aspects of this dynamic industry, including:

  • Ongoing Legal Advice: Providing continuous legal support for the day-to-day operations of companies in the tourism sector.
  • Investment, Establishment, and Permits: Assisting with the investment, restructuring, and establishment of tourism-related businesses, including hotels, condo-hotels, timeshare arrangements, marinas, recreational crafts, leisure complexes, tourist trade centers, and transportation services (air, sea, and land). We also support online travel agencies and digital platforms, ensuring compliance with administrative permits and licenses required for opening and operating these businesses.
  • Joint Ventures: Facilitating the creation and management of joint ventures related to tourism.
  • Contractual Matters: Drafting and negotiating contracts related to tourism services, such as hotel management agreements, franchises, leases, combined travel agreements, agency contracts, transportation contracts, aircraft charters, and pleasure craft rentals.
  • Acquisitions: Providing legal support for the acquisition of tourism businesses and assets.
  • Due Diligence: Conducting comprehensive legal due diligence for tourism businesses and assets in acquisition and finance deals.
  • Dispute Resolution: Managing disputes related to tourism activities, including those arising from acquisitions and disposals of businesses or assets.
  • Executive Compensation: Developing executive and employee compensation programs for international assignments.
  • Labor and Employment: Providing legal counsel on labor matters, including hiring personnel, foreign worker legislation, employee compensation, disciplinary procedures, rights acquisition, working condition modifications, pre-retirement plans, individual or collective dismissals, service outsourcing, and flexibility measures.
  • Data Management Compliance: Advising on the management of personal data within tourism businesses, ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation, and offering defense in related proceedings.

 

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