Are Foreign Court Judgments Enforceable in Iran? A Practical Guide to Recognition and Enforcement
For individuals and companies outside Iran, winning a favorable judgment abroad is only part of the dispute resolution process. The more important question usually arises after the judgment [...]
Trade Secret Protection in Iran: Legal Framework and Practical Considerations
For many businesses, some of their most valuable assets are not registered with the Companies Registration Office or the Intellectual Property Office. A product formula, customer database, proprietary [...]
Taxation of Foreign Companies in Iran
As Iran’s economic interactions with foreign business partners continue to expand, the question of “What taxes are foreign companies required to pay in Iran?” is one of the [...]
Selling Property in Iran for Iranians Residing Abroad
Many Iranians residing abroad continue to own apartments, houses, land, or other real estate in Iran. Selling such property may initially seem complicated, particularly when the owner is [...]
Two Significant Instances of Mandatory Arbitration under Iranian Law
Arbitration is one of the recognised methods of dispute resolution. In general terms, arbitration may be defined as the resolution of a dispute between parties outside the court [...]
Party-Appointed Expert Witnesses in International Arbitration: Key Takeaways from CIArb’s 2026 Report
Expert evidence is central to many international arbitrations, particularly in construction, energy, valuation, financial and intellectual property disputes. Its effectiveness depends not only on the expert’s qualifications, but [...]
An Overview of the Legal Obligations of Branches and Representatives of Foreign Companies in Iran
Entering the Iranian market involves more than selecting a commercial partner or entering into a contract with an Iranian company. The legal structure chosen by a foreign company [...]
Looking Further East: Singapore Arbitration for Iranian-Related Disputes
Iran has actively expanded and strengthened its economic and political ties with East Asia over the last decade. A March 2021 Reuters report noted for example that the [...]
Company Name Change: Requirements, Procedures, Documents, and Legal Implications
A company's name is considered one of the most important elements of a legal entity's identity. Customers, government authorities, business partners, and economic actors recognize a company by [...]
The Difference Between Patents and Industrial Designs: Understanding Two Fundamental Pillars of Industrial Property Rights Under Iranian Law
In the era of the knowledge-based economy, intellectual assets play a crucial role in technological development, enhancing competitiveness, and creating economic value. Many businesses, startups, manufacturing companies, and [...]