Dispute resolution

ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & Partners

Client Satisfaction

Led by Ahmed Barakat, ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & Partners‘ full-service litigation and arbitration practice has a solid track record in advising on banking, construction, insurance, tax and employment sector disputes. The team is well versed in representing multinational clients before the Kuwaiti courts and in international arbitration. Ahmed Zakaria and senior associate Adnan Jaafar ’know their market and their advice extends beyond the borders of their jurisdiction’. Hisham Al Qura’an is a prominent commercial litigator. Ramy Shehata fields expertise in tax and banking disputes.

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Testimonials

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‘Ahmed Barakat - the Dean of the litigation Bar in Kuwait.'
‘Diligent and hard working lawyers.'
‘I was impressed by the excellent service provided by ASAR. The team working on the assignment were hands-on from the beginning of the assignment till the end. ’
‘Extremely professional team.'
‘ASAR's team stand out in Kuwait due to their strong knowledge of the legal framework in Kuwait and practices of Kuwaiti courts. They go out of their way and provide out of the box ideas.'
‘Highly efficient and professional practice. One of the most proactive teams we have engaged in the Gulf Region. Flexible and very knowledgeable about their market.'
‘Ahmed Barakat and Adnan Gaafar have fresh ideas. They are clear on what will and will not be possible and give excellent advice. They know their market and their advice extends beyond the borders of their jurisdiction.'
‘Ramy Shehata provides meticulous guidance.'

Key clients

SK Ecoplant
JCB Sales Limited
International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Grey Wolf Middle East DMCC
R+V Versicherung AG
NBK Capital
Nordic Global
Clyde & Co
BDO
HSBC Middle East

Work highlights

Represented the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in a high-value insurance claim brought against Kuwaiti insurance companies.
Representing a Korean construction company in litigation against a multi-governmental entity.
Acted for a multinational pharmaceutical company in a dispute with its local distributor concerning outstanding payments.

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