October 26th, 2025 Announcements

GLA & Company’s Managing Partner, Alex Saleh, Named Kuwait Lawyer of the Year at the IFLR Middle East Awards 2025

GLA & Company is proud to announce that its Managing Partner, Alex Saleh, has been awarded Kuwait Lawyer of the Year at the IFLR Middle East Awards 2025, held last Wednesday in Dubai.

This distinguished recognition highlights Alex’s exceptional leadership, deep market expertise, and his long-standing contribution to shaping Kuwait’s legal and financial landscape. Over the course of his career, Alex has led on some of the region’s most significant cross-border transactions and has played a central role in establishing GLA & Company as a market leader in the Middle East.

Under Alex’s leadership, GLA has grown into a full-service regional law firm with seven offices across Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Qatar, and Oman. The firm’s success is driven by a diverse team of talented lawyers who collaborate seamlessly across jurisdictions to deliver innovative, practical, and client-focused legal solutions.

Mr. Nader Al Awadhi, Senior Partner at GLA & Company, commented: “Alex’s recognition as Kuwait Lawyer of the Year is a testament not only to his exceptional professionalism and leadership but also to the collective strength and spirit of the GLA team. His vision and integrity have cultivated a culture of excellence that continues to drive our firm’s growth and reputation across the region.”

This accolade marks another proud milestone in GLA & Company’s journey, reaffirming its commitment to regional excellence, client service, and the continued development of the legal industry across the Middle East.

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