TAG LAW / Taher Group Law Firm

Firm Overview

Founded in 1969 in Kuwait by Dr. Jamal Eddin Ateyyah, a distinguished legal scholar holding a PhD in International Law from Sorbonne University in Paris, Taher Group Law Firm (TAG) has evolved into one of Kuwait’s most established and respected full-service law firms. For more than five decades, the firm has played a meaningful role in the development of Kuwait’s legal and commercial landscape, advising on complex matters across corporate, regulatory, and dispute resolution fields.

The firm’s capabilities were further strengthened through the involvement of prominent practitioners, including Mr. Abdul Aziz Taher Al-Khateeb, one of the early members of the Kuwait Bar Association, alongside Mr. Khaled Taher Al-Khateeb, Mr. Jamal Taher Al-Khateeb, and Dr. Fawaz Khaled Al-Khateeb. Their collective leadership has shaped the firm’s reputation for delivering sophisticated legal counsel grounded in deep knowledge of Kuwaiti law and strong commercial understanding.

Today, Taher Group Law Firm advises on a wide spectrum of matters, including corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, investments, banking and finance, capital markets, Islamic finance, franchising, oil and gas, engineering and construction, healthcare, hospitality, insurance, and complex litigation and arbitration. The firm is particularly recognized for its work on high-value and strategically sensitive matters requiring a combination of regulatory insight, litigation expertise and commercial structuring.

TAG’s client base reflects the breadth of its capabilities. The firm represents multinational corporations, leading regional companies, government-related entities, financial institutions, family businesses, and high-net-worth individuals across the GCC. Clients rely on the firm for advice that combines legal precision with practical commercial strategy, particularly in matters involving regulatory complexity or high financial stakes.

In 2015, the firm expanded its regional footprint through the establishment of a Cairo office, strengthening its ability to support cross-border matters and regional investment activity. Through this presence, TAG assists clients with transactions and disputes that span multiple jurisdictions across the Middle East and North Africa.

The firm’s International Department plays a central role in this cross-border capability. Staffed with lawyers qualified or experienced in multiple jurisdictions, the department advises international commercial transactions, cross-border disputes, and arbitration proceedings. This structure enables the firm to integrate local Kuwaiti legal expertise with international legal standards and practices, ensuring that clients receive advice that is both locally grounded and globally informed.

Taher Group Law Firm is also recognized for its contribution to legal scholarship and professional dialogue. Members of the firm regularly contribute to leading international legal publications and professional platforms, including Chambers and Partners, Legal 500, IFLR 1000, Thomson Reuters, and the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC). These contributions reflect the firm’s commitment to advancing legal knowledge and engaging with developments shaping the regional and international legal environment.

Supporting the firm’s professional work is one of the most extensive private legal libraries in Kuwait, containing more than 5,000 printed volumes and over 30,000 electronic legal resources. The collection includes rare and foundational legal texts dating back to the early twentieth century, providing valuable research support for complex legal matters and academic engagement.

TAG’s international reach is further strengthened through its exclusive membership in TAGLaw®, a global alliance of highly rated independent law firms recognized by Chambers and Partners. Through this network, the firm maintains close working relationships with leading firms in more than 90 jurisdictions, enabling it to coordinate multi-jurisdictional matters and provide seamless support to clients operating internationally.

The firm operates under internationally recognized quality and governance standards and holds ISO 9001 certification from Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA), reflecting its structured commitment to operational excellence, quality control, and client service standards. In addition, Taher Group Law Firm has been recognized as “Best Place to Work” for 2024 and 2025, reflecting its focus on professional development, institutional culture, and long-term talent retention.

With more than five decades of continuous practice, Taher Group Law Firm continues to build on its legacy as a trusted legal advisor to leading businesses and institutions. The firm remains committed to delivering legal services of the highest calibre, combining deep legal expertise, industry insight, and international connectivity to support clients navigating increasingly complex legal and commercial environments.