About
Biography
Experience
Jihad Turkistani is the Managing Partner of Turkistani & Associates, a highly regarded, full-service business law firm based in Saudi Arabia. Before founding the firm, he served as a fully integrated Partner at a United States International Law Firm.
Specialty
Jihad Turkistani specializes in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, finance, litigation, and general commercial law. The firm provides tailored legal solutions for both domestic and international businesses, combining in-depth local knowledge with international best practices. Jihad has a solid background in Islamic law (Shari’ah) and has applied this expertise in various Shari’ah-compliant transactions.
Education
Jihad Turkistani is a graduate of the Islamic Law School of Riyadh.
- Managing Partner of Turkistani & Associates Law Firm, specializing in corporate law, M&A, capital markets, finance, litigation, and general commercial law, demonstrating leadership in the firm’s practice areas.
- Represented a leading Saudi family-owned company in a corporate dispute against a United States listed company before the Board of Grievances and arbitration, indicating a major case success.
Law Firm
Turkistani & Associates
Jihad Turkistani featured in

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M&A Due Diligence Saudi Arabia 2026: Checklist, Red Flags and Local Compliance
27 Aug 2026

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Selling a Family Business in Saudi Arabia (2026): Practical Guide for Owners, Succession & Cross‑border Buyers
14 Aug 2026

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Asset Sale vs Share Sale in Saudi Arabia: Tax, Liability and When to Choose Each
30 May 2026

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Saudi Arabia Merger Control Thresholds 2026: SAR 200m Parties, SAR 40m Target
23 May 2026

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Saudi Arabia 2026 M&A Regulatory Changes: Practical Guide for Cross‑border & Shari'ah‑compliant Deals
16 May 2026

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M&A Lawyers Saudi Arabia 2026: UBO Disclosure, CMA Foreign‑investor Rules & Transaction Risks
9 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jihad Turkistani?
Jihad Turkistani is the Managing Partner of Turkistani & Associates, a full-service business law firm based in Saudi Arabia.
What are Jihad Turkistani's areas of specialization?
He specializes in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, finance, litigation, and general commercial law.
Does Jihad Turkistani have expertise in Islamic law?
Yes, he has a solid background in Islamic law (Shari’ah) and has applied this expertise in various Shari’ah-compliant transactions.
What is Jihad Turkistani’s educational background?
He graduated from the Islamic Law School of Riyadh.
What is a notable case handled by Jihad Turkistani?
He represented a leading Saudi family-owned company in a corporate dispute against a United States listed company before the Board of Grievances and arbitration.
