{"id":14260,"date":"2026-10-21T13:41:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T13:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ramilawyer.sa\/?p=14260"},"modified":"2026-10-21T13:42:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T13:42:12","slug":"can-a-lawyer-represent-both-sides","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ramilawyer.sa\/en\/can-a-lawyer-represent-both-sides\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a Lawyer Represent Both Sides in Saudi Arabia? Conflict of Interest Rules Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Short answer:<\/strong> A lawyer generally cannot represent opposing parties in the same dispute where their interests conflict. Saudi legal practice rules protect client loyalty, independence and confidentiality. Certain conflicts may be addressed through written consent where the applicable rules permit it and effective, independent representation remains possible. Consent is not a blanket exception to every prohibition. [1][2][3]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you appoint a lawyer, you expect that professional to protect your interests\u2014not those of your opponent. But what happens when an attorney has worked for both sides, has confidential information about an opposing party, or discovers a conflict after court proceedings have started?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide explains lawyer conflict of interest in Saudi Arabia, including the Saudi Law of Legal Practice, Articles 14 and 15, the Professional Conduct Rules for Lawyers, the distinction between legal representation and neutral mediation, and the steps clients can take to safeguard their position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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