Nami Associates

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].

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].

Nami Associates is pleased to have recently advised a leading French biopharmaceutical company listed on Euronext Paris in connection with a complex strategic agreement with a leading Iranian counterparty for the licensing and local manufacturing of specialty pharmaceutical products at facilities located within an Iranian technology park. This transaction stands out against the backdrop of ongoing international sanctions and compliance constraints, which have led many foreign pharmaceutical companies to scale back or cease their operations in Iran. Nevertheless, the demand for high-tech pharmaceutical products (particularly those targeting rare and specialty diseases) remains high in the Iranian market. The agreement marks a significant partnership at the national level, both in terms of scale and the critical nature of the products involved. Leveraging its specialised industry knowledge, deep expertise in commercial contracts, and in-depth understanding of the local legal and regulatory landscape, Nami Associates provided end-to-end support in structuring, drafting, and negotiating the agreement. Our advisory role included comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure the long-term viability and legal soundness of the arrangement across all relevant dimensions. Thanks to the continued trust of our high-end clients, the firm stands out as a key gateway for complex contractual matters in highly regulated and specialised sectors, including the pharmaceutical industry. For more information, please contact the firm at [email protected].

Nami Associates is pleased to announce its representation of Nestlé Waters SAS in the divestment of its business operations in Iran. This transaction marks a significant strategic shift in line with Nestlé Waters global priorities, and we are proud to have advised and supported our client throughout the process. Our M&A team conducted comprehensive vendor due diligence and advised on transaction structuring, including matters related to shareholder loans. We led the drafting and negotiation of the SPA as well as complex intellectual property agreements, such as trademark assignment and transitional license agreements. In coordination with the financial advisors, we provided strategic input on various aspects of the transaction. Additionally, we delivered hands-on support throughout the closing and post-closing phases, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and risk-managed process for all shareholders involved. This matter highlights Nami Associates’ strength in handling complex cross-border transactions and our continued commitment to delivering exceptional legal support to leading international clients.

We are honoured to welcome Mrs. Golsa Daghighi as a partner at Nami Associates Law Firm. Her addition brings a wealth of experience and will further strengthen the firm’s corporate, dispute resolution, and aviation practices, while also enhancing the quality and depth of our regulatory-related work. With over 16 years of distinguished legal experience in Iran, Golsa is widely recognized as a highly skilled and trusted legal expert, renowned for her sophisticated understanding of complex legal matters. Her expertise will be invaluable in advancing the firm’s commitment to delivering top-tier legal services to our clients. Prior to joining Nami Associates, Golsa Daghighi was a Partner at the International Law Office of Dr. Behrooz Akhlaghi & Associates (ILO) since 2012, where she played a pivotal role in advising on legal matters and was a key advisor in numerous high-profile cases. Her involvement in critical legal matters has strengthened her reputation as a leading professional in international legal practice, providing invaluable counsel to clients navigating complex international legal and regulatory challenges. Golsa’s expertise spans a variety of industries, including aviation and automotive, positioning her as a trusted legal partner for companies operating in the Iranian market. As a litigator, she has built a remarkable track record in civil and criminal cases, successfully defending renowned international clients with exceptional results. Her strong courtroom presence and strategic approach have solidified her reputation as a highly effective advocate, securing successful outcomes in even the most complex legal disputes. We eagerly looking forward to working with Golsa and benefitting from her years of experience! For more please visit her profile at https://namiassociates.com/people/golsa-daghighi  

We are delighted to welcome Mansour Vesali to Nami Associates as a Senior Associate. With over a decade of legal experience in Iran, Mansour has worked with leading domestic and international law firms, as well as corporate entities in Tehran, advising on a wide range of corporate, contract, and commercial matters. Prior to joining Nami Associates, Mansour served as Legal and Compliance Counsel at Novo Nordisk Iran for over two years, where he focused on legal issues within the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in commercial contracts, including sales and distribution agreements, as well as regulatory and compliance matters. His experience in this highly specialized sector brings valuable insight and expertise to our firm. Beyond his legal practice, Mansour is an adjunct lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Shahid Beheshti University, where he teaches energy law, with a particular focus on the renewable energy industry and electricity market regulations in Iran. Our warmest welcome to Mansour and best wishes in his new chapter!  

We are pleased to announce the addition of Sanaz Hosseini-Kolahi as a partner at Nami Associates. With over eight years of legal experience and a distinguished track record in corporate, regulatory, intellectual property, and dispute resolution matters, Sanaz is highly recognised and is a notable thought leader who brings invaluable expertise to our team. Her addition is anticipated to significantly enhance our firm’s ability to deliver superior legal services to the clients. Prior to joining Nami Associates, Sanaz served as a managing partner at Dadflamingo Law Firm for nearly five years, beginning in late 2019, where she led numerous complex matters for both foreign and Iranian clients and recognised as a next generation partner by the Legal500. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Tehran, conferred in 2009, and an LLM degree in International Business and Commercial Law from the University of Manchester, awarded in 2011. She has been an admitted member of the Iran Central Bar Association since 2016. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Sanaz and wish her every success as she embarks on this new chapter of her career. We are confident that her contributions will be invaluable to our firm’s continued success. Welcome, Sanaz!