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ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & Partners Offices

ASAR - Al Ruwayeh & Partners
Levels 36, 37 (main reception) & 38 Assima Tower
Othman Bin Affan St
Mirqab
Kuwait
Visit website 965 2292 2700 965 2240 0064

Luis Cunha

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Work Department

Corporate; Mergers & Acquisitions; Oil & Gas; Construction & Real Estate

Position

Partner

Career

Luis, a corporate and commercial law partner stationed in Kuwait, has a comprehensive portfolio in catering to both international and domestic clientele. His expertise spans mergers, acquisitions, and corporate legal affairs, with a particular focus on diverse sectors such as construction, defense, manufacturing, and oil and gas. Prior to his current role, Luis honed his skills at Tier 1 law firms in South Africa and New Zealand.

Professional Experience

Selex ES Ltd
Facilitated the establishment of Selex ES WLL (now Leonardo Kuwait WLL), with an increased foreign shareholding.
Al Sayer Group Holding
Provided strategic counsel on the acquisition of a stake in Proton Partners International Health Care (PPI) and facilitated the subsequent purchase by PPI of Gulf International Cancer Centre from Mediclinic Middle East and Al Noor Medical Company
Al Rashed Holdings
Offered comprehensive legal counsel throughout the sale process of an oil refinery to Kuwait Oil Company KSC, ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks and facilitating a smooth transaction that aligns with the strategic objectives of all parties involved.
Boubyan Bank
Spearheaded the development of comprehensive construction documentation for Boubyan Bank’s state-of-the-art headquarters, embodying commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

Languages

English, Afrikaans, and Portuguese

Memberships

Admitted as a Solicitor, England and Wales, 2009
Admitted as an Attorney, South Africa, 2005

Education

Master of Laws (LLM) in Shipping and Maritime Law, University of Cape Town, South Africa, 2002

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), University of the Free State, 2001

Baccalaureus Procurationis (B.Proc.) in Law, University of the Free State, South Africa, 2000

Lawyer Rankings

Kuwait > Commercial, corporate and M&A

ASAR – Al Ruwayeh & Partners‘ corporate practice is home to a team of ‘seasoned professionals with deep knowledge of the local market‘. The group stands out for its strength in handling M&A transactions and corporate governance matters. Rob Little and Sam Habbas have extensive experience in M&A and restructuring, and Paul Day advises domestic and international clients on franchise and distribution matters and establishing operations in Kuwait. Recent instructions include John Cunha and Luis Cunha advising Saudi Arabian company Jadwa Investment on its acquisition of a 35%  stake in the Gissah Perfumes Company. Ezekiel Tuma is well versed in handling commercial and corporate transactions in Kuwait, and Ibrahim Sattout stands out for providing ‘excellent, clear and useful advice‘.

Comparative Guides

Kuwait: Mergers & Acquisitions February 2024 This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Mergers & Acquisitions laws and regulations applicable in Kuwait.

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