Newton Law Group is a well-established firm in Iraq, advising government entities, regulators, banks, and private sector clients on a wide range of matters, including structured cross-border joint ventures involving international and domestic compliance, large-scale retail mandates, and the adaptation of banking agreements to meet Iraqi enforcement standards. The firm also serves as official counsel to the government on digitalisation, advising on the automation of online platforms and digital services. The practice is led by Halim Gebeili, who brings deep expertise across transactions, disputes, and regulatory mandates, with key support from corporate and commercial specialists Yarob Jumaily and Nadine Chartouni.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What sets this group apart is the quality and character of its leading lawyers. In Iraq, where the business and legal setting is often fragmented and unpredictable, it is rare to find people with both technical depth and a genuine understanding of how things work in practice. This team brings together exactly that balance.'
- '‘When reflecting on my experience with Newton Law Group, what immediately comes to mind is how consistently they combine precision with humanity. Many firms are technically strong, but Newton manages to deliver that same high-level technical expertise with a sense of partnership and care that sets them apart. I have worked with other international and regional law firms, but very few give me the impression that I am both heard and guided with such clarity.'
Key clients
- World Bank
- Chevron
- Hill International
- Phillip Morris
- Galadari law firm
- Clyde and Co
- Schlumberger
- Willis Group
Work highlights
Advised the International Trade Center (UN) and the Government of Iraq on Iraq’s accession to the WTO, including mapping national laws, drafting the official submission, and guiding key legislative reforms.
Advised Hill International (NYSE: HIL) on its contract with the Government of Iraq for the design and construction supervision of the 30,000-seat Al-Anbar Sports Stadium, including support in negotiations and execution of agreements for this flagship reconstruction project
Advised Chevron on the structuring and negotiation of a multi-contract framework with the Iraq Ministry of Industry & Minerals Hydraulic Industries State Company, covering the facility establishment agreement, product supply agreement, development management and operations agreement, and trademark licensing, ensuring full compliance with Iraqi law and anti-corruption requirements
Lawyers
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Practice head
Halim Gebeili
Other key lawyers
Yarob Jumaily; Nadine Chartouni