Global Iran General Business Law

Freshfields offers a notable Iranian desk, principally comprising experts based in Vienna and Hamburg. The firm regularly assists multinationals with sanctions compliance issues and the related reorganisation of their Iranian operations. It is well regarded by sources within Iran and offers a robust practice possessing in-depth expertise across a wide range of sectors, including telecoms, automotive, and oil and gas.

Dentons maintains a robust Iranian desk operating primarily out of Paris. It is experienced in a vast range of matters, including group restructurings, and is also highlighted by interviewees for its assured advice in regard to sanctions. The team offers further abilities in dispute resolution, acting on Iranian court litigation as well as international arbitrations. The firm maintains an association with the Tehran-based APP Legal Institute and regularly calls upon the resources of APP's lawyers in its work for clients.

The Iranian desk of Eversheds Sutherland is best recognised for its expertise in disputes. Examples of the firm's work in this field include high-value international arbitrations arising in the oil and gas sector. Other areas of expertise include advising on sanctions compliance and representing clients in regard to potential infringements of intellectual property laws within Iran. The team is equally strong at advising Iranian entities and international corporations.