Ice Miller LLP is a full-service law firm with over 300 lawyers and a strong presence across major U.S. cities, including Chicago, Columbus, Indianapolis (HQ), New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. The firm offers comprehensive legal services across a broad range of practice areas, including real estate, finance, private equity, and cross-border investments.

Islamic Finance Expertise

Ice Miller has developed a niche in Islamic finance, particularly through the work of partner Mike Tirman. The firm advises on Shariah-compliant investments, asset management, and capital raising, with experience structuring and negotiating Islamic finance instruments such as Ijara (finance leases). Ice Miller has represented foreign family offices and private equity firms in U.S. real estate and corporate transactions, ensuring compliance with Shariah principles for clients investing from the MENA region.

Key Services in Islamic Finance

• Structuring and negotiating Shariah-compliant transactions (e.g., Ijara)
• Advising on cross-border investments with Shariah-compliant structures
• Legal counsel on tax and regulatory issues for Islamic finance products
• Supporting the development of Islamic sustainable finance and ESG-compliant investment products

Industry Engagement

Ice Miller participates in leading Islamic finance and sustainable investment forums, contributing to industry discussions on Shariah-compliant product innovation, ESG integration, and regulatory developments.

Kevin Ewing
Partner at Ice Miller LLP
kevin.ewing@icemiller.com
+1 317 236 2111