Habib Al Mulla and Partners has today announced its expansion into Iraq with the opening of a new office in Baghdad.
The expansion has been achieved through a strategic partnership with Al Nessor Law Firm, a local firm comprising 30 lawyers with over 24 years of experience in the Iraqi legal market.
Through the partnership, Habib Al Mulla and Partners aims to facilitate foreign investment and address the legal needs in Iraq’s growing market, according to a statement.
The firms’ joint presence will provide expertise in corporate governance, investments, dispute resolution, and compliance, among other areas.
Commenting on the firm’s expansion, Habib Al Mulla and Partners founding partner Dr Habib Al Mulla, said: “Our expansion into Iraq reflects our commitment to supporting our clients’ evolving needs and building long-term partnerships based on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect.”
“Our goal is to provide world-class legal services in Iraq and become the leading platform for regional business,” he said. “This partnership demonstrates the regional capabilities that UAE firms can bring to Middle Eastern markets.”
Al Nesoor partner and chief executive officer Furat Kuba said: “We are excited to collaborate with Habib Al Mulla and Partners in a partnership that enhances our capabilities and sets a new standard for legal services in Iraq. Our collaborative approach will enable us to handle complex legal needs with a deep understanding of both Iraqi context and international practices.”
Habib Al Mulla and Partners established a presence in Russia with the opening of an office in Moscow in May 2024. It opened its first international office in Istanbul, Turkey, in November 2023.
The firm has been operating in the UAE for more than 40 years and has grown to a team of over 70 lawyers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, and Moscow.
Al Nesoor operates across three offices in Iraq—Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra—and has an office in Amman, Jordan.
