About the LawyerAbdulrahman Alhouti is a highly qualified corporate lawyer practicing with Dar Al Muhama Law Firm in Kuwait. He holds a bachelor’s degree in law from Kuwait University, class of 2002, a master’s degree from Middle East University in Amman obtained in 2011, and is currently a PhD researcher at the University of Jordan. Throughout his career, he has enhanced his expertise through numerous specialized arbitration and legal training courses, covering various aspects related to commercial, financial, and corporate arbitration. He is an active certified arbitrator affiliated with multiple arbitration centers dedicated to judicial arbitration and commercial dispute resolution. His professional path reflects deep engagement with corporate law and related arbitration mechanisms, marking him as a trusted legal expert in the Kuwaiti legal community.Experience
- Litigating attorney before all courts in the State of Kuwait, with a focus on corporate and commercial matters.
- Manager and partner of Dar Al Muhama Law Firm, one of Kuwait's leading law firms established in 2005, known for professionalism and comprehensive legal solutions.
- Served as a legal researcher at the Ministry of Interior, providing legal insights and supporting investigations.
- Former investigator at the General Department of Investigations (Ministry of Interior), contributing to legal enforcement.
- Court-appointed receiver certified by the Ministry of Justice, handling legal responsibilities in corporate bankruptcy and asset management cases.
- Certified arbitrator in several arbitration institutions, including the Kuwait Lawyers Association, Kuwait Accountants Association, Kuwait Commercial Arbitration Center, Capital Markets Authority, Gulf Cooperation Council Arbitration Center, and Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration.
- Experienced in arbitrating commercial disputes, corporate governance issues, securities market conflicts, and joint stock company arbitration cases.
Specialty
- Corporate Law, including company formation, governance, compliance, and restructuring.
- Commercial Arbitration, with extensive involvement in financial, banking, and securities dispute resolution.
- Contract drafting, management, and corporate dispute resolution aligned with Kuwaiti and regional commercial laws.
- Legal advisory in matters related to corporate transactions, joint stock companies, and capital markets regulations.
- Arbitration expertise in state contracts, maritime disputes, intellectual property related to commercial matters, and Islamic financial transactions.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Kuwait University, 2002.
- Master’s Degree, Middle East University – Amman, 2011.
- PhD Researcher, University of Jordan.
- Completed numerous professional courses in arbitration, commercial dispute resolution, intellectual property, commercial contracts, compliance, and legal technology.
- Certified Compliance Officer and recipient of specialized training from prominent institutions including the European Court of Arbitration, Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration, and international arbitration organizations.
- Awards: Dar Al Muhama Law Firm won the Litigation Law Firm of the Year 2025 award at the World Lawyers Forum, recognizing its excellence in managing high-stakes disputes in commercial, construction, and financial services sectors.
- Awards: The firm was also awarded the Law Firm of the Year – Infrastructure & Construction at the Legalcommunity MENA Awards 2025.
- Major Case Successes: In 2024, Dar Al Muhama secured several landmark victories in complex arbitration and cross-border litigation, contributing to its recognition as a leading litigation firm.
- Leadership Roles: Abdulrahman Alhouti is mentioned as Managing Director of Dar Al Muhama, playing a key leadership role in the firm’s strategic direction and success.
