Dar Al-Muhama LawFirm

Maritime Disputes and Maritime Transport Law, International and Domestic Arbitration, Commercial Litigation, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

Dr. Abdulamir is a prominent legal expert with a distinguished career spanning maritime law and arbitration. He holds a Ph.D. in Maritime Dispute Law from the University of Oslo and leverages his extensive experience as a Master Mariner with the Kuwait Oil Tanker Company to provide unparalleled expertise in maritime transport and oil tanker disputes. Admitted as an accredited arbitrator and expert, he is registered with numerous international and Arab arbitration centers. He represents the State of Kuwait as an official member of the International Institute for Conflict Resolution (ISCDR) and serves as the President of the European Court of Arbitration’s Kuwait branch. Additionally, he chairs the Maritime Arbitration Unit, the first accredited entity in Kuwait and the GCC region specializing in maritime arbitration.

His professional contributions include authoring Arbitration in Maritime Disputes, the first specialized book in Kuwait and the GCC, recognized as an accredited reference by the European Court of Arbitration and the GCC Commercial Arbitration Center Library. His career encompasses drafting maritime and international trade contracts, providing legal consultations to shipping and energy sector companies, and managing disputes through ADR. With practical experience as a high seas captain, he applies international maritime laws adeptly and supervises complex arbitration cases in his leadership roles.

Arabic (Native), English (Fluent)

International Institute for Conflict Resolution (ISCDR) – Official Member representing the State of Kuwait. European Court of Arbitration – President of the Kuwait Branch. Maritime Arbitration Unit – Chairman. Accredited Arbitrator and Expert at various international and Arab arbitration centers.

Ph.D. in Maritime Dispute Law, University of Oslo. Professional training and certification as a Master Mariner, Kuwait Oil Tanker Company.

Dr. Abdulamir was born in Kuwait and has dedicated his career to advancing legal practice in the region. A seasoned professional, he combines his academic achievements with practical maritime experience, reflecting a deep commitment to excellence in law and arbitration.

Dr. Abdulamir enjoys engaging in activities that complement his professional expertise, such as studying maritime history, exploring advancements in international shipping regulations, and sailing. He also values time spent mentoring young legal professionals and contributing to academic discussions on arbitration and dispute resolution.