Full Name
Sabrina Zhou
Job Title
Partner
Company
Abdulaziz Bin Ali Law Firm
Speaker Bio
Ms. Sabrina is the first Arabic-speaking, Chinese-qualified lawyer to practice in Saudi Arabia. Her academic background spans both China and the United Kingdom, and she has spent the past five years practicing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Ms. Sabrina possesses extensive experience in managing construction-related disputes within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, representing major Chinese state owned construction companies. Her work has involved navigating highly complex contractual arrangements, where she has demonstrated a deep understanding of both the technical intricacies of the agreements and their interpretation under Sharia law—a critical aspect in the region. Over the past decade, the region has witnessed rapid economic transformation driven by national efforts to diversify beyond oil-dependent models. This evolving landscape has offered Ms. Sabrina a unique vantage point to observe and engage with emerging legal and commercial trends, particularly in sectors undergoing reform and expansion. Renowned for her ability to bridge legal and cultural divides, she brings invaluable practical experience and a cross-border perspective to complex legal and international arbitration matters throughout the MENA region and beyond. Her work often involves interpreting contractual obligations not only in light of their technical complexity but also through the lens of Sharia law, which governs many aspects of commercial and dispute resolution frameworks in the region. Ms. Sabrina currently serves as a Partner at Abdulaziz Bin Ali & Partners Law Firm, a boutique practice known for its expertise in corporate law, dispute resolution, and regulatory advisory in Saudi Arabia. The firm has earned recognition in Chambers & Partners for its role in high-profile dispute resolution matters.
Sabrina Zhou