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Law Firm & Legal Consultancy · Baghdad

Your Trusted Legal Partner in Iraq

Highness of Justice is a Baghdad law firm and legal consultancy. We help create a stable legal environment for local and international investment, with a particular focus on helping foreign companies comply with Iraqi law to the highest professional standards.

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About us

A stable legal footing for doing business in Iraq.

Highness of Justice Law Firm & Legal Consultancy is a specialized legal practice dedicated to providing comprehensive legal and administrative solutions to both local and international companies, with a particular focus on supporting investors and foreign businesses seeking to enter and operate within the Iraqi market in full compliance with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.

Law library with classical busts and leather-bound books
Central Bank of Iraq tower beside the Tigris in Baghdad

Our vision

To become the leading legal partner for local and international businesses in Iraq by delivering integrated legal and administrative services that contribute to strengthening the investment environment and ensuring full compliance with Iraqi laws and regulations.

Practice areas

What we do

  • 01Company Formation & Foreign Branch RegistrationView details
    • Establishment and registration of companies of all types under Iraqi law
    • Registration of foreign branches and representative offices
    • Preparation and follow-up of legal incorporation documents
    • Completion of registration procedures before the relevant authorities
  • 02Tax & Financial Legal AdvisoryView details
    • Providing legal consultations related to Iraqi tax regulations
    • Monitoring companies' tax obligations
    • Representing companies in tax disputes and proceedings
    • Developing legal strategies to minimize financial and regulatory risks
  • 03Support for Foreign Companies in IraqView details
    • Legal and administrative support for foreign companies operating in Iraq
    • Representation before governmental and regulatory authorities
    • Advisory on taxation and customs regulations
    • Facilitating market entry and operational establishment in Iraq
  • 04Contracts & Legal AdvisoryView details
    • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
    • Providing legal consultation for companies and institutions
    • Reviewing agreements and memoranda of understanding
    • Legal risk management for contracts and business transactions
  • 05Dispute Resolution & ArbitrationView details
    • Legal representation before Iraqi courts at all levels
    • Management of commercial and civil litigation
    • Commercial arbitration and mediation services
    • Protecting clients' interests throughout dispute proceedings
  • 06Labor Law & Human ResourcesView details
    • Drafting employment contracts and internal policies
    • Advisory on Iraqi labor law and employment regulations
    • Handling social security and employment insurance matters
    • Representation in labor disputes and employment claims
  • 07Intellectual Property ProtectionView details
    • Registering trademarks, patents, and copyrights
    • Advising on intellectual property protection strategies
    • Legal representation in intellectual property infringement cases
  • 08Government Relations & Business ComplianceView details
    • Management of governmental procedures and official transactions
    • Obtaining licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals
    • Legal advisory on governmental regulations and compliance requirements
    • Resolving administrative and regulatory obstacles for businesses
  • 09Advisory & Administrative ServicesView details
    • Project planning and management support
    • Business development and operational improvement
    • Public relations and strategic business support
    • Accounting support and administrative auditing services
  • 10Work Visas & Foreign Personnel SupportView details
    • Processing work visa and residency procedures
    • Obtaining work permits and authorizations for foreign employees
    • Administrative support for expatriate staff and executives

Sectors

Industries We Serve

  • Oil refinery towers and pipework
    01

    Oil & Gas

  • High-voltage power lines at sunset
    02

    Energy & Renewable Energy

  • Engineers on a large construction site
    03

    Construction & Contracting

  • Container ship being loaded at a port
    04

    General Trade

  • Large logistics warehouse with stocked shelves
    05

    Transportation & Logistics

  • Close-up of an electronic circuit board
    06

    Technology & Telecommunications

  • Modern hospital reception
    07

    Healthcare

  • Hillside town beneath rugged mountains
    08

    Tourism & Hospitality

Who we serve

Four kinds of clients, one standard.

  • 01

    Foreign companies

    Entering Iraq, opening a branch or operating under Iraqi law.

  • 02

    Local companies

    Formation, contracts, tax, labour and disputes.

  • 03

    Foreign nationals

    Residency, work permits and personal legal matters in Iraq.

  • 04

    Embassies

    Legal support and liaison with Iraqi authorities.

The Al-Shaheed Monument in Baghdad

For foreign companies

Your legal partner for entering and operating in Iraq.

The foreign-company track

From registration to day-to-day compliance

  1. 1

    Register the branch

    Prepare, legalise and file the branch documents.

  2. 2

    Tax & social security

    Open the company's tax and social security files.

  3. 3

    Residency & permits

    Residency and work permits for foreign staff.

  4. 4

    Stay compliant

    Contracts, labour matters, renewals and filings.

How we work

Five steps, agreed in writing

  1. 01

    Consultation

    We listen and define the legal need.

  2. 02

    File review

    We study the documents before advising.

  3. 03

    Proposal

    Scope, timeline and fees, in writing.

  4. 04

    Execution

    Filing and follow-up with the authorities.

  5. 05

    Handover

    Final documents and ongoing support.

Why Highness of Justice

Why clients work with us

  • Based in Baghdad

    Al-Mansour office, close to the ministries, registries and courts we deal with.

  • Arabic and English

    Advice, documents and correspondence in both languages.

  • One firm, end to end

    Formation, residency, tax, labour and litigation under one roof.

  • Clear terms

    Scope, timeline and fees agreed in writing before work begins.

  • Comprehensive legal and administrative expertise
  • Deep understanding of Iraqi laws and investment regulations
  • Tailored solutions for local and foreign businesses
  • Efficient handling of governmental procedures and approvals
  • Full commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and transparency

Our commitment

  • Confidentiality
  • Professionalism
  • Transparency

Contact us

Let's discuss your next step in Iraq.

Office hours

Baghdad time

 

 

Saturday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FridayClosed

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