Burgan Bank Recognized by The Legal 500 for Excellence in Legal Leadership in Kuwait

Two of the Bank’s Senior Legal Executives Named in the GC Powerlist Kuwait 2025

Kuwait, 21 October 2025 

The Legal 500 - one of the world’s leading authorities on legal excellence - named both Mr. Mahmoud Ezzat, General Manager - Legal, Burgan Bank Group, and Mr. Ayman Elkhatib, Assistant General Manager - Legal, Burgan Bank Group among the country’s most influential and impactful legal professionals as part of “GC Powerlist Kuwait 2025”. 

The Legal 500 issues this annual ranking based on a series of in-depth research and studies aimed at analyzing the capabilities of in-house legal departments and law firms across major institutions in various sectors.

The inclusion of both executives on the GC Powerlist Kuwait 2025 marks an unprecedented achievement for Burgan Bank, with two representatives from the same institution recognized in this prestigious listing. It also underscores the caliber of the Bank’s in-house legal team and the Bank’s commitment to excellence in governance, ethics, and corporate integrity.
Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Mahmoud Ezzat, General Manager - Legal Group, said: “We are proud to see Burgan Bank’s legal excellence acknowledged on such a reputable international platform. This recognition is a testament to our Group’s strong governance framework, our commitment to integrity, and the high standards of professionalism that guide our legal practice. It also reflects the collaborative spirit of our entire Legal Group, whose work ensures the Bank’s continued compliance, transparency, and operational strength.”

The Bank’s legal team continues to play a pivotal role in driving the organization’s strategic objectives while maintaining full alignment with international best practices and local regulatory requirements. The team’s expertise and foresight contribute to reinforcing the Bank’s resilience, enabling sustainable growth, and safeguarding the trust of its stakeholders.

It is worth nothing that this latest recognition from The Legal 500 reinforces Burgan Bank’s standing as one of the region’s most trusted financial institutions and highlights its unwavering dedication to upholding the highest ethical and legal standards across all areas of operation.

The UK-based The Legal 500 has been evaluating and analyzing the capabilities of law firms and in-house legal teams across corporate, financial, and governmental institutions worldwide for over three decades. The organization celebrates leaders in the legal field for their expertise and positive impact, both within their organizations and across the broader industry.