Noted for its capabilities in high-value energy transactions, APP Legal Institute in association with Dentons Europe LLP often advises clients on dormancy, dissolution processes, and settlement agreements. With nearly two decades of experience, head of the practice Maryam Ebrahimi is principally focused on domestic corporate governance and M&A, as well as capital market matters. Ramin Hariri is active in the energy, mining, oil, and gas sectors and is adept in infrastructure financing and projects. Afrouz Samadi and Mariam Abaei are well-versed in the automotive industry, while the latter is also skilled at cross-border transactions.
Leading firms in Iran
APP Legal Institute in association with Dentons Europe LLP
Practice head(s):
Maryam Ebrahimi
Other key lawyers:
Ramin Hariri; Afrouz Samadi; Mariam Abaei
Work highlights
- Advising an Iranian group of companies on establishing their compliance department.
- Preparing due diligence reports for European companies on potential Iranian business partners to ensure compliance with applicable sanctions.
Hatami & Associates International Law Firm
Well-informed on sizeable domestic mall and hotel projects, Hatami & Associates International Law Firm is often engaged in the operation of large power plants as well as mines. The ‘reliable’ Ali Hatami leads the team and is knowledgeable of foreign investment as well as international trade law, while Shahrzad Pourhamzeh is praised for ‘her experience in leasing and retail.’ Zahra Darvish is noted for her capabilities in public sector regulatory work, Ali Ahmadi handles banking and finance issues surrounding investments, and Leyla Varghaei specialises in corporate law.
Practice head(s):
Ali Hatami
Other key lawyers:
Shahrzad Pourhamzeh; Zahra Darvish; Ali Ahmadi; Leyla Varghaei
Testimonials
‘The consultancies are accurate, clear, and they always have solutions.’
‘Very available, with good knowledge of the mining industry ’
‘A very strong litigation team. The team has a professional attitude and knows how to advise foreign clients.’
‘Hatami & Associates’ team of lawyers are experienced.’
‘Educated, professional, and available.’
‘Ali Hatami has always been available and provides good legal solutions to solve our problems. ’
‘Ali Hatami is a reliable lawyer, he has a good reputation, and has gathered a good team.’
‘Ali hatami is a very trustable lawyer. He is very effective and useful to us.’
Key clients
KSA
Iran Mall Commercial Co.
Star Agritech Tarim Ticaret Ltd. Sti.
China Tianchen Engineering Corp
Fagro International Trading Ltd.
Dutch Creative Fabrica BV. Co.
Internationaal Juridisch Instituut
ST-ME
Zarrin Farmode Pars
Petronas Carigali International Sdn. Bhd.
TAT Group Holding
Work highlights
- Advised Gold Mining Co. on its contractual negotiations for the sale of a gold mine worth more than 200 Million Euros.
- Advised TAT Group Holding on hotel management agreements.
- Advised Power Groups Co. on contractual issues surrounding the biggest new power plant project in Iran worth €2bn.
Sabeti & Khatami
A key port of call for automotive, e-commerce, fintech and shipping clients, Sabeti & Khatami
is noted for its capabilities in patent registration as well as trade mark disputes. Hooman Sabeti is a key contact for international banks and corporates on financing matters, while Behnnam Khatami is well-versed in airport, port, and railway infrastructure projects. Amir Mirtaheri and Niloofar Massihi are also key members of the team.
Practice head(s):
Hooman Sabeti; Behnnam Khatami
Other key lawyers:
Amir Mirtaheri; Niloofar Massihi
Work highlights
- Advised a UAE shipping company on a charterparty matter and cargo lien in Iran.
Elite Pars Law Firm
With a sizeable oil and gas practice, Elite Pars Law Firm is thoroughly knowledgeable of aviation issues, regulatory energy matters, as well as transactional work. Navid Rahbar Sato is adept in foreign direct investment as well as import and export regulations, while Nima Nasrollahi Shahri advises multinational clients on oil and gas projects. Mojtaba Jafari Akh leads the litigation and intellectual property teams and is well-versed in patent and trade mark registration.
Practice head(s):
Navid Rahbar Sato; Nima Nasrollahi Shahri; Mojtaba Jafari Akh
Other key lawyers:
Kimia Hajpiri; Fatemeh Bazrafshan; Mohammad-Milad Khani.
Key clients
Arad Sazan
Imperial Metals
Komitz GmbH
More for the Planet
Pazhouhesh & Palayesh Radman
Well Services of Iran (Schlumberger Methods)
Yildiz Holding
Golestan Company
Studio Legale Padovan
Edge Business Group
Khalagh Tadbir Pars
Well Services Development of Petro Iranian Arvand
Iran Mayeh
Katarzyna Demby
Work highlights
- Advised RPNC LLC on an investment in the Iranian oil & gas industry.
- Advised Yildiz Holding on several IP litigation cases.
- Assisted Studio Legale Padovan on comprehensive KYC reports on different Iranian companies.
Dadflamingo
Recently establishing a shipping practice, the multi-disciplinary team at Dadflamingo has been commended for its ‘great depth of knowledge’. The practice is also a key contact for private and public clients across the energy, health care, pharmaceuticals, and technology sectors. Co-lead of the team Youssef Ghassemi is highlighted for his capabilities in disputes between public sector entities and private corporations. Also co-lead of the team, Sanaz Hosseini often advises clients on corporate matters, including the structuring of investments, while Kourosh Majdzadeh’s key strengths lie in maritime and transport law.
Practice head(s):
Youssef Ghassemi; Sanaz Hosseini Kolahi
Other key lawyers:
Kourosh Majdzadeh
Testimonials
‘The team’s in-depth knowledge and vast experience ensures that the legal advice and solutions provided are finely tuned to address your unique concerns.’
‘They have a streamlined approach to managing legal projects, ensuring that our legal matters are dealt with efficiently and promptly.’
‘The practice ensures that every legal strategy is tailor-made to fit our circumstances. We appreciate the personalised attention and focus they provide, making us feel valued and supported.’
‘A really strong team that has a great depth of knowledge of the legal and business environment in Iran.’
‘The team is responsive and accessible, and they are able to use various platforms for online meetings.’
‘Every team member shares a deep commitment to understanding and addressing our unique needs. They actively listen to us, and ensure their concerns are thoroughly addressed.’
‘The individuals are reliable with a great sense for the business. They always do their best to understand the full picture in order to assist us as effectively as possible.’
‘Youssef Ghassemi has deep knowledge of the Iranian legal system and is able to provide clear strategic advice. He understands the commercial and social issues.’
Key clients
Daria Hamrah Paytakht
Tejarat Bank
Karân Capital
Electronics Support Fund for Research & Development
Shahrekord Carbon Dioxide Company
Zarrin Sanat Shafa
Sepehr Sarmayeh Navid
Parsa Polymer Sharif
Nobitex
Sonova Group
Matex Lab Switzerland
Work highlights
- Advised Daria Hamrah Paytakht on a comprehensive software/hardware development and design agreement for the first domestically developed Android-based smartphone in Iran.
- Advised Shahrekord Carbon Dioxide Co. on two concurrent deals with a foreign partner for the transfer and license granting of a sought-after membrane solution to a joint venture company.
- Assisted Gulsen Ic ve Dis Ticaret on arresting a tanker carrying eight million dollars worth of cargo, and claiming damages for late delivery.
ATAI & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law
With a wide network of international law firms, ATAI & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law
is a strong choice for multinational clients on structuring foreign investments. Ali Akbar Atai works with international banks and contractors, Ardeshir Atai oversees the arbitration practice, and Kourosh Atai as well as Yousef Samei are noted for their intellectual property disputes expertise. Mohamad Molajan often handles commercial and finance matters.
Practice head(s):
Ali Akbar Atai; Ardeshir Atai; Kourosh Atai
Other key lawyers:
Yousef Samei; Mohamad Molajan
Testimonials
‘Very proactive, great communication.’
‘Ali Atai is a very senior and very experienced attorney, he is very solution driven and always puts clients’ interest first.’
‘ATAI & Associates has vast experience and capabilities in local corporate laws as well as international laws.’
‘Commercial and practical. Very astute.’
Key clients
Kingspan Yapi Elemanlari A.S.
MM Packaging Gmbh
Zinc Industry Development Commercial Company
China FAW Group Import & Export Co. Ltd.
Toloue Khordad Qeshm Ltd
ZarKuh Mining Company
Zubair Enterprises
Kaveh Company Ltd
Hamedan Moquette Industrial Co
Work highlights
- Advised China FAW Group Import & Export Co. Ltd. on an arbitration matter outside of Iran.
- Advised Kaveh Company Ltd on a cross-border transaction.
- Represented Toloue Khordad Qeshm Ltd on litigation against an Italian supplier resulting in issuance of a court verdict in favour of the client.
Atieh Associates Law Firm
Led by the ‘commercial and pragmatic’ Cyrus Shafizadeh, Atieh Associates Law Firm is a key contact for a range of fintecb and cryptocurrency clients, and often handles transactions in the technology sector. Farid Kani is ‘extremely knowledgeable’, Golazin Mokhtari is praised as ‘promising’, and Sayna Motamedi is also a key member of the team.
Practice head(s):
Cyrus Shafizadeh
Other key lawyers:
Farid Kani; Golazin Mokhtari; Sayna Motamedi; Ali Shahabi
Testimonials
‘The lawyers are very responsive, the quality of the advice we have received has been excellent.’
‘The team is highly knowledgeable and has an excellent client support system.’
‘Cyrus Shafizadeh and Farid Kani are outstanding lawyers who render legal services of the highest quality in a very difficult political environment.’
Work highlights
Reza Ranjbar (Zacon Associates)
With a presence across Kish Island and Tehran, Reza Ranjbar (Zacon Associates) is led by Reza Ranjbar who is commended by clients for his ‘multi-jurisdictional expertise’. He is also vastly experienced in public and private M&A and is well-equipped to handle contentious mandates.
Practice head(s):
Reza Ranjbar
Testimonials
‘Reza Ranjbar’s multi-jurisdictional expertise sets him apart. He doesn’t just offer legal advice; he provides a globally informed strategy.’
‘Reza Ranjbar is our main contact. He is native in Farsi and German and has a deep understand of both business cultures.’
‘Swift response times indicates that they are experienced in handling such requests.’
‘The team is very result oriented, but they also ask questions that ensure the process complies with all regulations.’