Iranian Legal Expertise for Global Clients

Your Gateway to Legal Success in Iran

PAD International Group provides authoritative legal counsel to foreign investors, corporations, and individuals navigating Iran’s legal system — from company registration and trademark protection to courtroom litigation.

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Our Services
15+
Years of Practice
500+
Cases Handled
40+
Countries Served
3
Legal Systems Mastered

Practice Areas

Comprehensive Legal Services for International Clients

We bridge the gap between international business objectives and Iran’s complex legal environment — providing clear, actionable counsel in English at every stage.

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AI Law & Compliance

Counsel for companies building or using artificial intelligence — AI regulation, data protection, AI contracts, intellectual property and liability, led by our AI lawyer Dr. Moini.
Explore AI Law & Compliance

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Company Registration in Iran

Full-service incorporation of LLCs, joint-stock companies, and representative offices for foreign entities. We handle all filings with the Iranian Company Registration Office. Step-by-step guides (in Persian): company registration in Iran, limited liability company, private joint-stock company, public joint-stock company, general partnership, cooperative company, non-commercial institute and knowledge-based company.
Explore company registration

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Trademark & Brand Registration

Protect your brand in the Iranian market. We manage searches, applications, and opposition proceedings with the Industrial Property General Office (IPGO) of Iran.
Explore trademark registration

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Intellectual Property

Patents, copyrights, industrial designs, and trade secrets — we enforce and defend your intellectual property rights under Iranian law and applicable treaties.
Explore intellectual property

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Contract Drafting & Review

Bilingual contract preparation (English/Persian) for commercial, agency, distribution, joint-venture, and licensing agreements — fully enforceable under Iranian civil law.
Explore contract drafting and review

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Civil Litigation in Iranian Courts

Representation before Iranian courts in commercial disputes, debt recovery, property matters, and contractual claims. We handle the entire process on your behalf.
Explore civil litigation

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Criminal Defense & Prosecution

Experienced advocacy in Iranian criminal courts — from fraud, embezzlement, and financial crimes to cybercrime. We represent both defendants and complainants.
Explore criminal defence and complaint support

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Legal Due Diligence

Thorough investigation of Iranian companies, assets, and business partners. Essential before entering any investment, acquisition, or commercial partnership in Iran.
Request due diligence

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Regulatory & Compliance Advisory

Navigate Iran’s foreign investment law (FIPPA), exchange control regulations, and sector-specific licensing requirements with confidence.
Stay compliant

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Contractual Arbitration

We have hands-on experience serving as contractual arbitrators. We draft and review arbitration clauses, conduct proceedings, and advise on the recognition and enforcement of awards
Resolve a dispute

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Iranian Law Expert Reports for Foreign Courts

Independent expert reports and testimony on Iranian law for English courts and international arbitral tribunals.Instruct an expert

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UK GDPR Representative

Article 27 representation and data protection compliance for UAE and Gulf companies serving customers in the UK.Check if you need one

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Notarization & Document Legalization

Authentication and legalization of documents, powers of attorney, and corporate records for use in Iran or abroad — so foreign clients can act remotely with full legal effect.
Legalize a document

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Banking & Foreign Exchange

Guidance on Iran’s banking, currency, and payment regulations, including structuring lawful cross-border transactions and the repatriation of funds.
Get guidance

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Debt Recovery & Enforcement

Recovery of commercial debts and enforcement of court judgments and arbitral awards in Iran, including action against assets located in the country.
Recover a debt

The Opportunity

Why Engage with the Iranian Market?

Iran represents one of the most significant untapped legal and commercial frontiers in the Middle East — a market of 85 million people, vast natural resources, and a sophisticated industrial base. For foreign investors and corporations, professional legal representation is not optional; it is the foundation of any successful engagement.

PAD International Group provides the expertise and local authority necessary to navigate Iran’s legal system with confidence — in English, with full transparency, at every step.

How It Works

From First Contact to Resolution

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Initial Consultation

A confidential video or written consultation to assess your legal needs and objectives.

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Legal Assessment

A written opinion on your matter, the applicable Iranian law, and the recommended strategy.

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Engagement & Retainer

Clear scope and fees with a signed engagement — we act on your behalf under power of attorney.

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Document Collection

We gather and review the documents, contracts, and evidence your matter requires.

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Due Diligence

Verification of the facts, parties, and assets involved before any action is taken.

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Filing & Action

We execute the strategy — filings, registrations, negotiations, or court and arbitration proceedings.

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Ongoing Reporting

Regular English updates at every milestone — you remain fully informed throughout.

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Negotiation & Hearings

We represent you in negotiations, court hearings, and arbitration sessions.

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Resolution & Outcome

Judgment, settlement, registration, or arbitral award — explained clearly with its implications.

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Enforcement & Support

Enforcement of the outcome and continued post-matter support to protect your interests.

Dr. Ahmadreza Moini — Founder, PAD International Group

PhD
in Law

Lead Counsel

Dr. Ahmadreza Moini

Dr. Moini is a member of the Iran Bar Association and the Tehran Arbitrators Association, and a university lecturer specialising in comparative digital asset law, electronic commerce, and international business law. With command of IRAN, UK, and USA legal systems, he provides foreign clients with unique insight into Iran’s legal landscape.
He lectures Electronic Commerce Law at the graduate level and has the doctoral research on digital asset inheritance expertise that directly informs his commercial and intellectual property practice.

Licensed member,Iran Bar Association
PhD in Law,Digital Asset Inheritance Law
Graduate Lecturer,Electronic Commerce Law
Founder,Pad Law Firm
Specialist in Iranian,UK & US comparative law
Published researcher,SSRN & academic journals

Work with Dr. Moini

Client Experiences

Trusted by International Clients

“Dr. Moini guided our company through the entire registration process in Iran with remarkable efficiency. His bilingual communications made a complex process completely manageable from abroad.

Managing Director — European trading company
“We engaged PAD for trademark protection across Iran. The process was thorough, transparent, and our brand is now fully secured. Highly recommended for any foreign brand entering the market.

CEO — Asian consumer goods brand
“When a commercial dispute threatened our Iranian operations, Dr. Moini’s litigation expertise was decisive. He achieved a favorable outcome in court with professionalism I have rarely seen.

General Counsel — International investment firm

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Under the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act (FIPPA), foreign nationals and companies may establish and own businesses in Iran, including wholly-owned entities in most sectors. We manage the entire process including OIETAI approval where required.

Iran recognises foreign judgments under certain conditions set out in the Iranian Code of Civil Procedure (Articles 169–179). Enforceability depends on reciprocity and the nature of the judgment. We conduct a preliminary analysis of enforceability before advising on strategy.

Standard trademark registration in Iran typically takes 6–12 months from filing to certificate issuance, subject to any opposition or examination queries. We file at IPGO and monitor all stages on your behalf.

No. The majority of our international clients are never required to travel to Iran. We act under a power of attorney and handle all physical filings, court appearances, and registry visits on your behalf. All communications are conducted remotely in English.

Fees vary by service type and complexity. We provide a written fee proposal following the initial consultation. For litigation matters, we offer fixed-fee and outcome-based structures. International payment arrangements are available.

Yes. We represent international clients as both claimants and defendants in Iranian civil and criminal courts. This includes commercial fraud cases, financial crimes, property disputes, and enforcement actions.

Get in Touch

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Whether you are entering the Iranian market for the first time or facing a complex legal challenge, we provide authoritative counsel in plain English. Reach out to discuss your matter confidentially.

✉ info@padinternationalgroup.com
☎ +44 7368 955207
⚑ Business Center, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, UAE

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