Hatami & Associates International Law Firm advises on a broad range of high-profile matters across the oil and gas, energy and infrastructure, banking and financial services, and retail and hospitality sectors, as well as large-scale corporate services and international trade mandates. The firm is also noted for its sector-specific expertise in aviation, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, automotive, and ceramics. The practice is led by Ali Hatami, who brings deep expertise in both Iranian law and international trade law. Other key figures include oil and gas specialists Shahrzad Pourhamzeh and Ali Pirmoradi, corporate and commercial expert Leyla Varghaei, and international trade specialist Ali Ahmadi.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hatami & Associates is a team of skilled lawyers and experts capable of meeting all client needs. In relation to our projects in Iran, we have utilized the firm’s services for various matters, including contractual issues, corporate affairs, tax and Social Security Organization (SSO) matters, commercial card matters, and due diligence on potential counterparties. We consistently received timely, accurate, and practical advice that greatly supported our transactions.’
- ‘Dr. Ali Hatami, Dr. Shahrzad Pourhamzeh and Dr. Ali Pirmoradi were the three main individuals with whom we were in touch regarding our projects. Their professional attitude and precise advice were outstanding. ’
- ‘Dr.Hatami's team is complete. They have good collaboration with foreign firms which has helped us. The lawyers are educated, experienced, have good understanding from our business and Iran market. Their consultation has always been useful for us. ’
- ‘ During the course of our project in Iran, we consulted with various lawyers regarding different legal matters. However, Hatami & Associates was the first firm that comprehensively met all our needs, thanks to their team of specialists across multiple legal and regulatory fields. Their availability and responsiveness have been excellent.'
- ‘Dr. Ali Hatami enjoys a strong reputation among foreign companies that have operated in Iran, and after working with him and his team, we can confidently confirm this. Their approach to handling matters is fully aligned with the standards and quality we have experienced with European firms, which exceeded our initial expectations for the region. They demonstrate a clear understanding of international standards and are highly effective in meeting client needs.’
- ‘Timely, educated, and trustworthy are the main characteristics of Hatami & Associates. ’
Key clients
- HV Trading Agri Co.
- Petronas Carigali International Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia)
- Saudi Arabian Airlines
- PCK Power Plant Co. (South Africa)
- Kuwait Airways
- Zarrin Dagh Astarkan Mining Co.
- SGC Automobile Co. (China)
- Chinese tobacco company (China)
- Qatar National Bank
- Iran Mall Commercial Co. (Iran)
Work highlights
Advised Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation on legal matters related to resuming its business in Iran.
Advised Kuwait Airways on corporate, tax and SSO matters related to its branch office.
Advised Iran Mall Commercial Co. on all legal and contractual matters related to operation of Iran Mall.
Lawyers
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
Ali Hatami
Other key lawyers
Shahrzad Pourhamzeh; Ali Pirmoradi; Leyla Varghaei; Ali Ahmadi