Kuwait Lawyers Society requests seat for lawyers at disciplinary table

22/08/2026

Kuwait Lawyers Society requests seat for lawyers at disciplinary table

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 22: The Kuwait Lawyers Society (KLS) addressed Dr. Essam Al-Rubaian, President of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) in Kuwait, requesting that lawyers be allowed to attend disciplinary investigations and trials involving employees referred for investigation at government institutions, to safeguard employee rights and promote the principles of justice, reports Al-Seyassah daily.

KLS explained that some government institutions prevent lawyers from attending disciplinary investigation sessions with their employees, citing the absence of a legal provision requiring or permitting such representation. This justification is incorrect, as the request does not contradict the general principles of jurisprudence or the principles of fair trials, including the principle that “actions are permissible unless explicitly prohibited” and that “a general rule applies unless otherwise specified.” There is no legal provision preventing a lawyer from accompanying an employee during an investigation. Therefore, the general rules guaranteeing the accused’s right to legal representation and oversight of investigation proceedings should apply.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff