Miras Legal, established in 2016 by founders Abdullah Al Kharafi and Khaled Al Jallal, is a comprehensive business law firm based in Kuwait. The firm offers a wide array of legal services to both national and international corporate clients, as well as various organizations. By integrating international best practices with in-depth local market knowledge, Miras Legal has achieved significant growth and a strong track record within a few years of its inception.

The firm's expertise spans multiple practice areas, including corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, Islamic finance and investments, labor and employment, arbitration, trademarks and patents, cross-border transactions, and public-private partnerships. Miras Legal has advised and represented clients across diverse industries such as aviation, building materials, finance, fintech, technology, petrochemicals, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, transportation and logistics, media, and telecommunications. Notably, the firm has been instrumental in significant transactions, including advising ADES International Holding PLC on the acquisition of Weatherford International’s oil rigs for USD 287.5 million and TAQA on the acquisition of Schlumberger’s drilling business for USD 415 million.

At the core of Miras Legal's philosophy is the commitment to act as business partners to their clients, providing innovative legal solutions that are practically applicable and tailored to each client's unique business requirements. The firm's values emphasize respect for people and clients, adherence to the highest professional ethical standards, teamwork, clear communication, and a dedication to pro bono work. This client-centric approach ensures that Miras Legal not only meets but exceeds client expectations, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and excellence.

About Miras Legal

Founded in 2016


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Lawsuits & Disputes
Real Estate
Energy, Environment & ESG

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Miras Legal offers comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services, including private mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, asset disposals, shareholder agreements, and due diligence. The firm provides strategic corporate support in debt and equity capital markets, corporate governance, and general commercial advisory. With deep industry knowledge and a strategic approach, Miras Legal effectively handles complex domestic, cross-border, and multi-jurisdictional transactions, ensuring smooth execution and outcomes tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Banking & Finance

Miras Legal offers comprehensive legal services in banking and finance, with a particular emphasis on Islamic finance mechanisms such as depreciating Musharaka, Tawariq, and Murabaha. The firm has advised on debt restructuring for publicly traded firms, initial public offerings, and listings on Boursa Kuwait. Notable engagements include advising a GCC state-owned investment fund on a USD 95 million cross-border debt settlement involving Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Bahrain, and assisting AREF Investment Group in a USD 238 million acquisition under Kuwait's CMA Law No. 7 of 2010. The firm's expertise extends to advising on loan transactions, such as a USD 100 million loan, and the establishment of investment funds, including the USD 33 million Amar Real Estate Fund.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Lawsuits & Disputes

Miras Legal's Lawsuits & Disputes practice offers comprehensive legal services in arbitration, litigation, and dispute resolution, effectively representing clients in complex civil and commercial cases. The firm's team, led by experienced professionals such as Ahmed Abdrabou, specializes in business litigation and commercial arbitration, particularly in areas like agency, construction, tax, and contractual disputes. Additionally, Hisham Mohamed, an associate in the Dispute Resolution Department, focuses on civil, commercial, and labor law, assisting in proceedings for annulment, enforcement, and challenges of court judgments. This dedicated team ensures that clients receive strategic advocacy tailored to their specific legal challenges.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Real Estate

Miras Legal offers comprehensive real estate legal services, including advising on state-owned property lease agreements, high-net-worth residential property disputes, industrial property usufruct rights, and commercial property transactions such as sales, leases, and liens. The firm has successfully represented clients in significant cases, including obtaining a favorable award for a client in a property sale dispute valued at $3.3 million, recovering over $600,000 in advance payments and compensation. Additionally, Miras Legal has provided counsel on estate property ownership and management restructures exceeding $36 million, and advised holding companies on various real estate matters, including leasing, sub-leasing, sales, liens, and evictions.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources
Conveyancing

Energy, Environment & ESG

Miras Legal provides comprehensive legal services to clients in the energy and industrial sectors, including steel, gypsum, aggregate, and cement manufacturing. The firm assists with contract negotiations, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory, ensuring clients navigate complex legal landscapes effectively. Notable achievements include negotiating with contractors for the installation of a rolling steel mill, settling delayed shipment issues due to COVID-19, and securing favorable awards against the Ministry of Public Works. Miras Legal also successfully challenged official rulings disqualifying clients from projects and represented clients in disputes over industrial plot withdrawals and aggregate supply claims.
Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Climate Change Law
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Energy Regulatory Law
Water Law
Mining Law

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