Global law firm K&L Gates has been named International Law Firm of the Decade at this year's Qatar Business Law Forum Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony, hosted by LexisNexis Middle East.This newly introduced award marks the Forum's highest distinction since it was launched in 2015 and reflects the firm's long-standing contribution to Qatar's legal and commercial landscape over the past decade.
The firm also won two Team of the Year awards in the Banking and Finance and Corporate categories, along with honourable mentions in the Construction Dispute Resolution and Arbitration categories.
Doha senior partner Amjad Hussain, who accepted the awards on behalf of the firm, stated: "It is a tremendous honour to be named International Law Firm of the Decade. This recognition is a testament to the deep relationships we have built with our clients over the years and our shared ambitions. We have advised on some of the most significant and impactful legal matters, and I am grateful for the continued trust and confidence our clients place in us, as well as the unwavering commitment of our talented Doha team, supported by our global platform. We look forward to continuing to support our clients with the highest standards and to play a role in shaping the legal landscape in Qatar."
The Qatar Business Law Forum Gala Dinner & Awards honour outstanding contributions across the legal profession, from in-house legal teams to private practice firms. All entries were reviewed by an independent panel of judges, composed of industry leaders, academic experts, and senior government officials.
As K&L Gates' Doha office approaches its 15th anniversary in 2026, this recognition underscores the office's status as one of Qatar's most established and trusted international law practices, known for delivering integrated advice across corporate and commercial matters, banking and Islamic finance, projects and infrastructure, real estate and construction, technology, regulatory and legislative drafting, and complex dispute resolution.