Etihad Law

Etihad delivers commercial legal services backed by a highly experienced team of lawyers who have advised regional and international businesses across diverse commercial sectors. With decades of combined expertise in commercial law in Iraq, the UAE, and the UK, our team is trusted for its ability to structure, draft, and negotiate complex business agreements that withstand both legal scrutiny and practical operational demands.

We understand the commercial realities companies face from market entry challenges to long-term supply and distribution arrangements and our experience enables us to anticipate risks, protect business interests, and craft agreements that promote stability and growth. Our lawyers’ in-depth knowledge of Iraq’s commercial regulations, agency laws, and contractual frameworks ensures that clients receive clear, reliable, and commercially sound guidance throughout every stage of their business activities.

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Draft and negotiate commercial agency, distribution, and franchise agreements for international brands expanding into the Iraqi market, ensuring compliance with Iraqi commercial agency laws.

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Advise multinational suppliers and contractors on long-term procurement contracts, supply chain structures, and operational delivery frameworks across Iraq and the UAE.

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Review and negotiating complex commercial contracts involving cross-border obligations, performance guarantees, and multi-year service commitments

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Handle the registration, renewal, and termination of commercial agency arrangements in accordance with Iraqi commercial regulations.

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Support clients in resolving commercial disputes, including breach of contract, non-performance issues, and unfair commercial practices.

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Structure joint venture commercial frameworks for foreign investors partnering with Iraqi public and private sector entities.

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Advise regional distributors on exclusivity arrangements, territory management, and compliance with Iraqi competition and commercial agency laws.

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Draft comprehensive service-level agreements (SLAs) for technology, telecom, logistics, and industrial clients to ensure operational performance and risk mitigation.

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Assist importers and distributors with regulatory approvals, import licensing requirements, and sector-specific compliance obligations in Iraq.