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2024-11-25

Acquittal of Officials at "Disability" Authority for Disbursing 5 Million Dinars in Salaries to Ineligible Individuals

A misdemeanor court acquitted a former Director General of the Public Authority for Disabled Affairs and others of causing significant damage to public funds by disbursing salaries to ineligible and deceased individuals, totaling nearly 5 million dinars.

The Court of Appeals upholds the acquittal of two citizens on charges of forgery and embezzlement of 1.8 million dinars.

The Court of Cassation invalidated video recordings as evidence because they were obtained without permission from the Public Prosecution, and ruled the defendants, two citizens, not guilty in the case.

Taher Group Law Firm Co. Honored as “Best Law Firm for Infrastructure and Energy Projects” at the 2024 Legal Era Middle East Law Awards

In a significant milestone that reinforces its standing as a leading legal institution in the region, Taher Group Law Firm Co. has been awarded “Best Law Firm for Infrastructure and Energy Projects (Oil, Gas, and Renewable Energy)” at the 2024 Legal Era Middle East Law Awards. This accolade was presented during the fifth annual ceremony, a distinguished event that convenes top legal professionals and major regional and international law firms.

Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb Nominated for “Managing Partner of the Year”

Thomson Reuters has announced the nominees for the 4th Annual ALB Middle East Law Awards 2024 in Dubai. Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb, Managing Partner of Taher Group Law Firm Co. LLC, has been nominated for "Managing Partner of the Year in the Middle East." The firm itself is also nominated for "Best Kuwaiti Law Firm of the Year," showcasing its leading position in the legal field.

Thomson Reuters Selects Khalid and Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb

In a proud achievement for Kuwait, Thomson Reuters announced that Khalid Taher Alkhateeb and Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb from Taher Group Law Firm Co were selected among the Top 50 Lawyers in the Middle East for 2024 by “Asian Legal Business” (ALB).

Money laundering via exchange companies: An escalating crisis

Money laundering involves the process of making illegally gained proceeds appear legal. Criminals employ various strategies to accomplish this, ranging from simple methods such as using ATM cards of deceased individuals to sophisticated schemes involving luxury cars and real estate.

Call to cancel decision, counteract ‘monopoly’

KUWAIT CITY, April 30: The Court of Appeals referred to the Constitutional Court a case filed against the decision to impose compulsory contracting with a medical waste management company.

TAG Honored as Nominee for Middle East Law Firm of the Year - Kuwait at the 11th Annual Middle East Legal Awards for 2023

April 18-2023, Kuwait City – Taher Group Law Firm Co. LLC (TAG) is thrilled to announce a series of accomplishments that underscore its prominence in the legal sector. The firm has been nominated for ‘Middle East Law Firm of the Year - Kuwait’ at the 11th Annual Middle East Legal Awards 2024, in recognition of its exceptional service and contributions to the legal community. Furthermore, TAG is ranked in Chambers for Corporate & Finance, alongside notable mentions in IFLR 1000, and in the Legal 500 on Dispute Resolution, highlighting its comprehensive legal prowess.

Kuwait's Legal Landscape in 2024: A Deep Dive into Litigation Trends and Practices

In a landscape where legal precedents evolve rapidly, Taher Group Law Firm Co. (TAG), continues to be at the forefront of legal innovation and expertise. Our latest issue of "Litigation 2024" authored by Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb, offers a thorough analysis of the current and emerging trends in Kuwait’s legal domain, alongside insights into global legal practices.

Court of Appeal’s historic ruling excludes doctors and professionals from new bankruptcy law

KUWAIT CITY, Dec 11: In a final ruling, the Court of Appeals excluded doctors and professionals from the scope of application of the new bankruptcy law. In the first ruling, the Court of Appeals decided to cancel the judge’s decision to launch bankruptcy proceedings against a Kuwaiti citizen who works as a consultant doctor and owns a private medical center and to appoint a bankruptcy trustee.

TAG recognized as prestigious law firm globally for year 2022

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 23: Taher Group Law Firm Company (TAG), which specializes in advocacy and legal consultations, was recognized as one of the globally prestigious law firms for the year 2022. Featured in this recognition are attorneys Abdulaziz, Khaled, Jamal Taher and Dr Fawaz Khaled Al-Khateeb.

A New Legal Principle in Medical Malpractice Cases: Incorrect Diagnosis Requires Diagnosing Physician to Compensate

In a groundbreaking legal decision, it has been established that incorrect medical diagnosis mandates compensation by the diagnosing physician to the affected patient, and the hospital that provided the medical service, regardless of the absence of physical harm. The Civil Court of Appeal ruled in favor of a citizen, ordering a private hospital to pay her 8,800 Kuwaiti Dinars in final moral damages and legal fees due to an error in diagnosis.

Taher Group Law Firm Co is recognized as one of the world's prestigious law offices for the year 2022.

The firm has garnered esteemed ratings from global rating agencies such as "Chambers and Partners" and "Legal 500" in the field of litigation and legal disputes, in addition to "IFLR1000" in corporate law and the financial sector.

The appellate court has affirmed the acquittal of a Lebanese woman and two nationals who were accused of affiliating with Hezbollah, making unauthorized donations, and disseminating its doctrines.

• Endorsement or mere sympathy alone does not warrant conviction. • Documents from the U.S. Department of State about terrorist cell classifications are simply advisories reflecting another nation’s perspective.

Kuwaiti Lawyers Stand Out Among the Best in the Middle East * Taher Group Earns a Nomination as One of the Best Law Firms in Kuwait.

The Middle Eastern legal community is abuzz in anticipation of a pivotal event—the ALB Awards for 2023, set to unfold on October 5 in Dubai. Several Kuwaiti law firms have rightfully secured nominations from their peers within the legal fraternity, undergoing evaluation by legal scholars and esteemed university professors. The nominees are subject to a rigorous assessment process conducted by Thomson Reuters, which underscores the acknowledgment of the achievements and significant contributions made by Kuwaiti lawyers in the legal and economic sectors over the previous year.

Internet crimes under Kuwait legal authority

In today’s dynamic digital era, platforms like X have profoundly transformed our communication avenues, offering a space for rigorous dialogue. While these platforms enable vibrant discussions, they have also prompted conservative calls for the Ministry of Interior’s oversight, aiming for a discourse in line with our strict legal parameters.

Case of forged experience in Kuwait’s medical sector

In an era where the integrity of our professions is paramount, and in a country that prides itself on the pursuit of excellence, a recent incident has brought to light the severe repercussions of neglecting our primary duty. The duty of honesty.In an era where the integrity of our professions is paramount, and in a country that prides itself on the pursuit of excellence, a recent incident has brought to light the severe repercussions of neglecting our primary duty. The duty of honesty.

Restrictions on movement: Deep dive into the MoI’s new mandate

The Ministry of Interior’s recent directive, necessitating every foreign resident in Kuwait to clear outstanding traffic violations before exiting the country, has spurred a wave of legal and constitutional dialogues. Effective August 19, 2023, this decision is anchored in the provisions of Decree No. (1959/17) related to the Foreigners Residency Law and Decree Law No. (1976/67) concerning traffic.

Dr.Fawaz Al Khateeb provides an overview of Securitisation laws and regulations applicable in Kuwait.

Dr.Fawaz Al Khateeb overview of Securitisation laws and regulations applicable in Kuwait.

Imprisonment of an Egyptian doctor and deportation from the country for submitting a false certificate of experience

The misdemeanor court sentenced an Egyptian consultant doctor to one month's imprisonment and deportation from the country, for submitting a forged experience certificate.

A constitutional political adventure that contradicts the principle of separation of powers and the integrity of the judiciary

The assistant professor of law at the Kuwait International Law School, Dr. Al-Khatib declared that the involvement of the government and the National Assembly with members of the country's high judicial officials

Controversy’ surrounding Kuwait’s proposed Election Commission Law Impact on women’s rights.

Recently, the government tabled a proposal for a law aimed at establishing the High Election Commission in the National Assembly. A notable inclusion was clause number 16, which mandates that women intending to run for the National Assembly must adhere to Islamic regulations.

Dilemma of imitating ‘opposite sex’ in in Kuwait, why is law unconstitutional?

In 2007, the National Assembly in Kuwait amended article 198 of the penal code, criminalizing ‘imitating the opposite sex in all forms’. The article stipulates a penalty of up to a year’s imprisonment and/or a fine that could reach KWD 1000 for imitating the opposite sex in any way

Deportation of expats is illegal

Reacting to the recently-published news article on suicide cases, an assistant professor at the Kuwait College of Law Prof. Fawaz Alkhateeb

Embraces and flowers greet Kuwaiti prisoners freed under amnesty

Kuwait released a group of prisoners on Sunday pardoned by the emir in an amnesty intended to defuse a political row

Call for a moral revolution against honour killings

The recurrence of the disturbing practice of murdering women and children has a socio-religious background, ideologically based on a sinister gender viewpoint embedded within the Kuwaiti legal system.

‘Extremist groups promoting terror beliefs must face law’

With the current developments in the Middle East and Afghanistan, press coverage of terrorism suggests that the term refers to the actions of large groups such as al-Qaida, Army of Islam and Tehrik-e- Taliban Pakistan.

Protesting is a lucid right, not a puzzling or a controversial one

Last week, a university professor was assaulted by police during a peaceful protest in Al Erada Square in front of the Kuwait National Assembly. Through the taped video, society witnessed cruelty against protestors.

Kuwait's economic makeover under threat as small businesses fight for life

Thousands of small and medium Kuwaiti businesses could go to the wall after being walloped by the pandemic, potentially torpedoing a private sector central to the country's efforts to remake its unorthodox and oil-pumped economy

Tweeting is like walking in a minefield in Kuwait

The more you tweet and post on social media in Kuwait and the Middle East, the more you may face crucial criminal procedures and probably end up in prison, because of the notion of silencing critical voices which is applied worryingly.

Would you risk 6 months imprisonment for a reckless behavior?

While driving my car to work, especially on highways, I have often noticed that many children seated in the front seats or the middle seats of many cars while most of them without a fastened seatbelt which may make them potential victims of car accidents.

Al-Khateeb: Deprtation of Expats without judicial supervision is unfair and contradicts the Constitution

Lawyer Dr. Fawaz Al-Khateeb said that the recent statement by the Ministry of Interior regarding the deportation of expatriates participating in support sit-ins for Jerusalem and Palestine

Lawyer Fawaz Alkhateeb calls for the abolition of Law No. (44/1968) which prohibits eating in public places during fasting in Ramadan

Dr Fawaz AlKhateeb from Taher Group Law Firm called for reconsideration of the Kuwaiti law, regarding fast-breaking in public during Ramadan, considering it a non-human, non-logical law in addition to the constitutional suspicion surrounding it

Doing business in Kuwait: overview by Fawaz K T Alkhateeb

A Q&A guide to doing business in Kuwait. The Article gives an overview of key recent developments affecting doing business in Kuwait as well as an introduction to the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities

Health legal study Jointly provided by Taher Group Law Firm and Kuwait Medical International on occupational health and safety controls in private sector activities Under the pandemic conditions of the Corona Virus (COVID – 19) disease

Taher Group Law Firm and Kuwait Medical International has published a brief legal study reviewing the health and occupational safety regulations that should be observed by employers, workers, and clients/customers in the private sector,

Taher Legal Group Egypt publishes Legal study and analytical research on the exceptional circumstances the country is going through with the emergence and spread of the Corona virus pandemic (COVID-19)

Taher Group Law Firm has the honor to submit to your Excellency this legal research that it has prepared in accordance with the exceptional circumstances the country is going through on the local and international level as a result of the emergence and spread of Corona Virus (COVID-19) . on the global level and its impact on society and relations between its individuals and society, both for natural persons and /or legal

Taher Legal Group publishes a legal study on the Corona Virus (COVID -19 Corona Virus Disease 2019) and its impact on the private sector according to Kuwaiti law and the effects of the partial curfew imposed in the State of Kuwait.

In light of the state of emergency imposed in the State of Kuwait, which is almost made mandatory by every country in the world due to the impact and spread of the Corona Virus (COVID -19) especially due to the imposition of prohibition of partial mobility (curfew) from 5.00 pm until 4.00 am, Taher Group Law Firm has published a legal study that shows the effects and repercussions of the measures taken by the state on the private sector.

Taher Group Law Firm has been ranked by Legal 500 for the year 2019. This achievement was obtained by virtue of the firm’s commitment towards professional performance and efforts of teamwork towards distinguished performance.

Taher Group Law Firm has been ranked by Legal 500 for the year 2019. This achievement was obtained by virtue of the firm’s commitment towards professional performance and efforts of teamwork towards distinguished performance.

Taher Group Law Firm registration in Kuwait direct investment promotion authority (KDIPA)

Taher Group Law Firm is pleased to announce its registration in Kuwait direct investment promotion authority (KDIPA)..

AlKhateeb Celebrates his Latest Book

Lawyer AbdulAziz Taher Al-Khateeb held a signing ceremony for the book "Encyclopedia of Durations and Dates in Kuwaiti Laws" at the headquarters of the Kuwaiti Lawyers Society. The President of the KLS Lawyer Omar Hamad Al-Issa and the members of the Association and many of men of law and lawyers attended the Ceremony.

Taher Group law firm office in Cairo, an exclusive ally of British IR Global

Taher Group law firm announced that its office in Egypt has joined the British IR Global as an exclusive representative regarding real estate, commerce and tax laws. On the occasion, lawyer Khaled Taher AlKhateeb, congratulated lawyer Ahmad Tawfeeq, partner and CEO of Cairo office, for listing the office exclusively in the British Alliance, a thing that helps represent multinational clients.

Court of Appeal Obliges Gulf Financial Group to pay KWD 2,309,52.671 to Osoul

The Supreme Court of Appeal, headed by Judge Yousef Shams and other panel of judges Nayef Al-Mutairi and Sadiq Bilal, rejected the Appeal filed and went on to uphold the Appeal Court judgment and obliged the appellant to pay expenses including attorneys fees

Court of Cassation ejects Appeal of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior in his Capacity to overturn decision of promoting the heads of investigation

The Court of Cassation, headed by Judge Mohammed Jassim Bin Naji, ruled in the counseling chamber not to accept the appeal filed by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, stating that the basis of seniority should not be skipped as the criterion of competence and the eligibility for promotions.

The High Court orders to declare the bankruptcy of a Kuwaiti Company for abstaining to pay due debts.

The High Court – Commercial department - ordered to declare the bankruptcy of a Kuwaiti company and to seal its funds, stores, and to publicize the rule in the real-estate register for abstaining from paying its debts, while the sentence includes the accelerated enforcement without bail. (Content highlighted in Red needs to be ascertained from the actual Arabic transcript).

The Court acquits a drawee despite signing two Cheques he issued

The Court of Cassation acquitted a deputy a commissioner of himself and in his capacity of two cheques he issued to the appellant issued by him in return of chemical goods the appellant should have supplied him, but she did not.

The Court of Appeal Upheld the Sentence Requiring a Holding Company to Pay the Amount of KD 32,437.500 for one of its former employees.

The Commercial Court of Appeal supported the primary judgment, obliging the legal representative of one of the holding companies that a sum of K.D. 32,437.500 shall be paid to a former employee in return of not handing him over certificates of shares allocated to him during his work; in addition to the expenses and attorney fees.

Court of Appeal upholds the innocence of a Manager of a Car Maintenance Center from the accusation of committing a Commercial Fraud not repairing the car.

Court of Appeals upheld the preliminary ruling on the acquittal of a manager of car maintenance center from the charge of commercial fraud by waiving off the penalty of closure for one month and only fining him of K.D. 100 for the charge of not repairing the car

Minimising Corporate Liability: Advice from Outside Counsel – IR Global, Fawaz Alkhateeb

The IR Global 50-page report includes contributions from 23 outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions. It touches on the key areas of director liability and governance mechanisms between board and c-suite executives; as well as current trends within regulatory agencies and courts of which in-house counsel should be aware.

High Court orders a citizen to compensate partner in a Chalet KD 20000

The High Court ruled that a citizen should pay KD 20000 to another citizen as a compensation, in addition to the expenses and attorney fees. The plaintiff brought his case to the court asking to obligate the defendant to pay the aforesaid amount after the latter intransigence to complete a sale process of the share of the plaintiff in a chalet in which both equally have the right of usufruct in Khairan.

A Training Course for the Doctors of Kuwait Medical International Company

A Training Course for the Doctors of Kuwait Medical International Company and its Medical Centers Jarallah German Specialized Clinic, Berlin Clinic, Lozan Clinic, Jahra Clinic, and Dema Clinic. To Shed Light on the Risks of Medical Errors and how to Apply Insurance against them. In Collaboration with Taher Group Law Firm Office.

Kuwait Lawyers Society celebrates lawyer “AlKhateeb”

On its theatre, Kuwait Lawyers Society held a book signing ceremony for the lawyer Abdulaziz Taher AlKhateeb. KLS Chairman, Lawyer Sherian AlSherian, GM of the Cultural Centre in KLS lawyer Bushra AlHindal attended the ceremony along with many lawyers and media bodies. There was also a remarkable audience from Taher Group Law Firm with the toastmaster, Mohammad AlKhuraibet.

The Court nullifies “Health” Decision to Terminate the Services of an “Expat Doctor”

The High Court ruled that the decisions taken by the Ministry of Health to terminate the services of a doctor and stop his appointment procedure to be nullified like they never happened with all the consequences due.

Taher Group Law Firm executed two cooperation agreements with two leading Chinese legal and financial firms

Taher Group Law Firm for advocacy and advisory services (Lawyers Abdulaziz, Khaled, Jamal Taher Alkhateeb and Fawaz Khaled Alkhateeb) entered into two cooperation agreements with two leading offices (Pamir Law Group and Daxin Global Co., Ltd.) in Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic of China.

Taher Group Law Firm celebrates ISO 9001

Taher Group Law Firm celebrated obtaining ISO 9001 certification for quality on Monday 23th Sept. 2013.

Conference on proper corporate management to be held in April in Kuwait

Jointly organized by the Taher Law Firm and Midi Control, an economic conference on the proper corporate management would be held in Kuwait .

News & Articles

Acquittal of Officials at "Disability" Authority for Disbursing 5 Million Dinars in Salaries to Ineligible Individuals

The Court of Appeals upholds the acquittal of two citizens on charges of forgery and embezzlement of 1.8 million dinars.

Taher Group Law Firm Co. Honored as “Best Law Firm for Infrastructure and Energy Projects” at the 2024 Legal Era Middle East Law Awards

Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb Nominated for “Managing Partner of the Year”

Thomson Reuters Selects Khalid and Dr. Fawaz Alkhateeb

Money laundering via exchange companies: An escalating crisis

Call to cancel decision, counteract ‘monopoly’

TAG Honored as Nominee for Middle East Law Firm of the Year - Kuwait at the 11th Annual Middle East Legal Awards for 2023

Kuwait's Legal Landscape in 2024: A Deep Dive into Litigation Trends and Practices

Court of Appeal’s historic ruling excludes doctors and professionals from new bankruptcy law

TAG recognized as prestigious law firm globally for year 2022

A New Legal Principle in Medical Malpractice Cases: Incorrect Diagnosis Requires Diagnosing Physician to Compensate

Taher Group Law Firm Co is recognized as one of the world's prestigious law offices for the year 2022.

The appellate court has affirmed the acquittal of a Lebanese woman and two nationals who were accused of affiliating with Hezbollah, making unauthorized donations, and disseminating its doctrines.

Kuwaiti Lawyers Stand Out Among the Best in the Middle East * Taher Group Earns a Nomination as One of the Best Law Firms in Kuwait.

Internet crimes under Kuwait legal authority

Case of forged experience in Kuwait’s medical sector

Restrictions on movement: Deep dive into the MoI’s new mandate

Dr.Fawaz Al Khateeb provides an overview of Securitisation laws and regulations applicable in Kuwait.

Imprisonment of an Egyptian doctor and deportation from the country for submitting a false certificate of experience

A constitutional political adventure that contradicts the principle of separation of powers and the integrity of the judiciary

Controversy’ surrounding Kuwait’s proposed Election Commission Law Impact on women’s rights.

Dilemma of imitating ‘opposite sex’ in in Kuwait, why is law unconstitutional?

Deportation of expats is illegal

Embraces and flowers greet Kuwaiti prisoners freed under amnesty

Call for a moral revolution against honour killings

‘Extremist groups promoting terror beliefs must face law’

Protesting is a lucid right, not a puzzling or a controversial one

Kuwait's economic makeover under threat as small businesses fight for life

Tweeting is like walking in a minefield in Kuwait

Would you risk 6 months imprisonment for a reckless behavior?

Al-Khateeb: Deprtation of Expats without judicial supervision is unfair and contradicts the Constitution

Lawyer Fawaz Alkhateeb calls for the abolition of Law No. (44/1968) which prohibits eating in public places during fasting in Ramadan

Doing business in Kuwait: overview by Fawaz K T Alkhateeb

Health legal study Jointly provided by Taher Group Law Firm and Kuwait Medical International on occupational health and safety controls in private sector activities Under the pandemic conditions of the Corona Virus (COVID – 19) disease

Taher Legal Group Egypt publishes Legal study and analytical research on the exceptional circumstances the country is going through with the emergence and spread of the Corona virus pandemic (COVID-19)

Taher Legal Group publishes a legal study on the Corona Virus (COVID -19 Corona Virus Disease 2019) and its impact on the private sector according to Kuwaiti law and the effects of the partial curfew imposed in the State of Kuwait.

Taher Group Law Firm has been ranked by Legal 500 for the year 2019. This achievement was obtained by virtue of the firm’s commitment towards professional performance and efforts of teamwork towards distinguished performance.

Taher Group Law Firm registration in Kuwait direct investment promotion authority (KDIPA)

AlKhateeb Celebrates his Latest Book

Taher Group law firm office in Cairo, an exclusive ally of British IR Global

Court of Appeal Obliges Gulf Financial Group to pay KWD 2,309,52.671 to Osoul

Court of Cassation ejects Appeal of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior in his Capacity to overturn decision of promoting the heads of investigation

The High Court orders to declare the bankruptcy of a Kuwaiti Company for abstaining to pay due debts.

The Court acquits a drawee despite signing two Cheques he issued

The Court of Appeal Upheld the Sentence Requiring a Holding Company to Pay the Amount of KD 32,437.500 for one of its former employees.

Court of Appeal upholds the innocence of a Manager of a Car Maintenance Center from the accusation of committing a Commercial Fraud not repairing the car.

Minimising Corporate Liability: Advice from Outside Counsel – IR Global, Fawaz Alkhateeb

High Court orders a citizen to compensate partner in a Chalet KD 20000

A Training Course for the Doctors of Kuwait Medical International Company

Kuwait Lawyers Society celebrates lawyer “AlKhateeb”

The Court nullifies “Health” Decision to Terminate the Services of an “Expat Doctor”

­­Taher Group Law Firm executed two cooperation agreements with two leading Chinese legal and financial firms

Taher Group Law Firm celebrates ISO 9001

Conference on proper corporate management to be held in April in Kuwait

Taher Group Law Firm executed two cooperation agreements with two leading Chinese legal and financial firms