Iran

Rezvanian International is pleased to announce that Kamyar S. Oladi has taken up the role of Partner in March 2025, focusing on international arbitration and complex commercial disputes. Kamyar acts as counsel and arbitrator in ICC and regional institutional proceedings, with experience in construction and energy disputes, EPC/EPCF contracts, and cross-border supply arrangements. Before this, Kamyar worked as a sole practitioner in arbitration, commercial contracts, and construction law. He later served as Senior Counsel at the Tehran Regional Arbitration Centre (TRAC) and subsequently as Legal Manager at British American Tobacco (BAT). He is the author of publications on international arbitration and comparative contract law, including the Iran chapter of the Law Over Borders – Comparative Guide to Arbitration (2025 Edition). Rezvanian International welcomes his continued contribution to the firm’s arbitration practice.

Nami Associates advises the project sponsors on fundraising for the development and construction of a 200 MW solar power project in Zahedan, Iran. The client has been awarded a power purchase agreement by Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (aka, SATBA) to develop this strategic project in south east Iran, which is expected to cost approximately USD 100 million. Amid Iran’s ongoing electricity supply imbalance, the project is anticipated to play a critical role in addressing the country’s growing energy demand. Our Corporate and Projects teams, led by Behnam Khatami and Sanaz Hosseini-Kolahi, provided legal support, including deal structuring, regulatory advisory, and the drafting and negotiation of the financing agreement. Following a successful closing, the parties are going to explore a potential joint venture arrangement to collaborate on the construction phase. This engagement underscores the strength of Nami Associates, its sectoral knowledge and hands-on experience in delivering sophisticated legal solutions for complex infrastructure and energy projects in Iran. For further information, please contact us at [email protected].

We are proud to announce that Rezvanian International has contributed to the second edition of The Global Legal Post’s prestigious Law Over Borders Comparative Guide to Arbitration. This comprehensive online resource offers an in-depth overview of the current complexities of international arbitration, authored by leading practitioners across the globe. The guid covers a wide range of key aspects of the arbitral process, including the validity of arbitral agreements, rules for constituting an arbitral tribunal, and the jurisdictional support available from local courts. It also provides detailed insights into procedural minimum requirements, the validity and enforcement of awards, post-award procedures, and the enforcement of foreign judgments. Additionally, it discusses professional and ethical standards and approaches to third-party funding in various jurisdictions. Notably, the second edition expands to include sections on specialized arbitration topics such as sovereign immunity. With 17 detailed chapters, this guide is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of international arbitration. We were truly honoured to author the chapter on Iran. Many thanks to our authors, Dr. Oveis Rezvanian, Managing Partner of Rezvanian International, and Mr. Kamyar Oladi, for their efforts.

Nami Associates is advising Sendbypass, a Lithuania-based peer-to-peer online startup facilitating the carriage of cargo by air travellers. The firm’s engagement encompasses a comprehensive range of legal services, including global corporate structuring, drafting and negotiating the shareholders’ agreement among the founders, conducting regulatory risk assessments, and preparing internal policies and user agreements. Led by Behnam Khatami, the firm most recently advised Sendbypass on its pre-seed fundraising round, which involved the sale of equity to Austrian investors. This included advising on the optimal transaction structure and preparing the complete documentation package. The deal successfully closed, and Sendbypass is now actively preparing for its next round of fundraising. For more information, please contact Nami Associates at [email protected].