Al Tamimi & Company is a key port of call for clients seeking expertise in corporate structuring, dispute resolution, financing projects, as well as M&A. Mohammed Norri is at the forefront of commercial corporate transactions for the firm, while Jawad Khalaf is highly experienced in handling civil, criminal and commercial lawsuits in domestic courts. Thomas Calvert is well-regarded in the energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors, while Dana Abduljaleel specialises in bilateral and syndicated lending transactions and secured commercial lending.

Confluent Law Group is a strong choice for project financing and development for private-sector corporations and government entities, particularly within the infrastructure and energy industries. Tom Nolda heads up the firm and is skilled at energy projects,  Ammar Naji is knowledgeable of corporate regulation and employment law, and Wathek Al Maliky boasts strong expertise in Iraqi oil and gas law.

Hannouche Associates has a strong legal offering across a diverse range of fields, including renewable energy, oil and gas, and construction. Alain Hannouche is well-versed in M&A, governmental contracts, and cross-border transactions, while Dhamen Alwakeel is skilled at litigation. Saman Karim Taher was promoted to partner in January 2024 and Amanda Mezher specialises in corporate and energy law.

 

MENA Associates in association with Amereller Rechtsanwälte has a particuarly strong offering in dispute work, corporate governance, project finance, and transactions involving regulatory compliance. Ahmed Al-Janabi has expertise in oil and gas, commercial, corporate and employment law, while Sarmad Akraw is experienced in the telecoms sector. Mohammed Al-Tamimi also supports the team as a highly-skilled litigator, and recently promoted partner Dahlia Zamel often handles banking and finance matters.

With offices across Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra, Newton Law Group is particularly focused on corporate transactions, litigation, labour law, and regulatory compliance. Halim Gebeili is versed in M&A, Yarob Jumaily is informed in business law, while Rovan Salah is skilled at IP matters.

Sanad Law Group in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is a key port of call for M&A and joint ventures in the banking, oil and gas and manufacturing sectors. Mozahem Khalaf acts as the firm's managing partner, while Tawfiq Tabbaa specialises in corporate and commercial law, handling complex structuring mandates and joint venture investments. Omar Abdul Hussein handles litigation and regulatory compliance and Suzan Aziz is informed in oil and gas investment.

Salt & Associates is noted for its proficiency in handling financial disputes and private investment transactions within the energy, construction, and technology sectors. Mohammed Koperly has expertise in market entry and corporate structuring, Aqeel Al Dalboohi is an expert in commercial and civil litigation, while Ahmad Subhi and Subhi Salt are experienced in arbitration and litigation proceedings.

Jointly headed by Ahmed Hankawi and Abdulhadi Al Shimary, Etihad Law Firm routinely handles corporate law and dispute resolution matters. Both Hankawi and Al Shimary are skilled at litigation, corporate and commercial law, as well as tax mandates.

Basrah Obelisk Law Firm – Iraq fields a considerable workload in dispute resolution, notably handling contract breaches and compensation requests in oil and gas and shipping industries. Wadhah Hamed co-heads the team with Fatima Al Joubouri, both of whom have strong expertise in litigation, while Buraq al-Hamdy is also versed in compliance matters.

Hinka for Taxes Solutions is a dedicated tax specialist firm with expertise across structuring, minimising tax liabilities, and compliance. Ahmed Hankawi leads the team alongside Shayma Azeez, both of whom count oil and gas, technology, and tourism clients on their client roster.