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White & Case Invests in Saudi Legal AI Startup Clauze.AI

US multinational law firm White & Case has made a strategic investment in Clauze.AI, a Saudi Arabian startup developing an AI tool for contract review and due diligence.

Founders Magazine Intelligence Desk10 Sept 2026 · 12:00 UTC2 min readSingle source · 1 src

What happened

White & Case, a US multinational law firm, has completed a strategic investment in Clauze.AI. This Saudi legal technology startup specialises in an AI-powered tool for contract review and due diligence, catering to legal and corporate clients across Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East.

Who's behind it

Clauze.AI was established by Waad Alkurini. Prior to founding the company, Alkurini spent a decade working at White & Case, with her most recent position being executive partner of the firm's Riyadh office. Heather McDevitt, chair of White & Case, commented on the firm's long-standing presence and commitment in Saudi Arabia, noting that the investment aligns with the Kingdom's digital transformation goals.

Why it matters

The investment by White & Case underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence in transforming legal service delivery, particularly within Saudi Arabia. Clauze.AI's platform is designed to help organisations apply their specific legal knowledge to streamline contract reviews, enhance governance, perform due diligence, and identify potential risks and obligations. The tool offers bilingual capabilities, ensures full data residency within Saudi Arabia, and supports on-premises deployment, addressing key regional requirements.

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