Mohammad Shaaban
Senior Legal Advisor - Criminal Law
Al Oula Law Firm (Adel Abdulhadi & Partners)
More informationThe '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.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Adel Abdulhadi
Founder and Managing Partner
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Duwaim Al-Muwaizri
Lawyer - Member of Kuwait Bar Association
He obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Law degree from Kuwait University in 1999 with distinction. In 2019, he obtained his doctoral degree in Shari’a and Law from Minia University, Egypt.
He was a lecturer at the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor from 2001 to 2002 and a faculty member of Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (Special Courses – Delegated) from 2002 till 2018.
He joined Al Oula Law in 2003.
In 2009 he was awarded a certificate from the Kuwait Lawyers Association qualifying him to act as both a juridical and commercial arbitrator. He is a registered arbitrator in Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
He frequently participates in workshops and seminars in Kuwait.
He specializes in administrative law, Islamic Shari’a and criminal law.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Adel Abdulhadi