The 'master strategist' Adel Abdulhadi spearheads the disputes practice at Al Oula Law Firm (Adel Abdulhadi & Partners), which is well known for handling high-profile cases involving human rights, national security, and white-collar criminal matters. Abdulhadi has a notable track record in defending prominent public clients in litigation. Administrative law specialist Duwaim Al-Muwaizri is representing 500 Kuwaiti citizens and public sector workers in high-profile claims brought against the Ministry of Education, concerning the clients' constitutional right to pursue higher education while maintaining positions of employment. Counsel Mohammad Shaaban is a key name to note.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘For me, Al Oula Law is a law firm that inspires trust. The team has extensive legal knowledge in many legal fields and is innovative when the situation requires it.'

  • ‘Al Oula Law has deep understanding of the Kuwait legal system, which is comforting as it ensures receiving the appropriate advice depending on each situation.'

  • 'Adel Abdulhadi is a master strategist. He is generous with his time and his presence in court is powerful.'
  • 'Mohammad Shaaban is a star criminal law legal consultant. ’

Key clients

  • Al-Eid International Logistics Company (AILCO)
  • Velath Engineering International FZC
  • Yiaco Medical Company
  • Kana Group for General Trading & Contracting
  • China State Construction Engineering Corporation (Middle East)
  • Aljawda AlKuwaitia for Food Stuff & Vegetables and Fruits
  • Satco Food Trading Company
  • Green Carbon Company
  • Boyua & Aamal for General Trading and Contracting Company
  • Black Boushiya Company
  • Kuwaiti Union of Farmers Market

Work highlights

  • Acting for a client in proceedings brought against him concerning the enforcement of a judgment in Kuwait, which has been issued in the claimant's favour in the UAE.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Adel Abdulhadi

Other key lawyers

Duwaim Al Muwaiziri, Mohammad Shaaban