Corporate Services
Our corporate services team at Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services comprises lawyers dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions to our clients. Our team assists both domestic and foreign companies in the management of their businesses, including corporate structuring and continuous management. We help companies adhere to deadlines for submitting documents to government institutions, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements. Our services encompass:
- Establishment of national companies of various types (joint-stock, mixed, joint-venture, individual) with diverse activities.
- Establishment of foreign companies and registration of their branches, encompassing various nationalities.
- Liquidation, dissolution, and merger of companies.
- Preparation and submission of minutes of meetings.
- Regulation of corporate share transactions.
- Authentication of company incorporation contracts and records.
- Capital increases for companies.
- Maintenance of final accounts for companies.
- Company additions and deletions.
- Oversight of company procedures with the Iraqi Ministry of Planning, including contractor classification, and elevating company classifications.
- Oversight of company procedures with the Social Security Administration, encompassing coverage decisions and periodic payment of employee contributions.
- Oversight of company procedures with the General Tax Authority, including opening corporate files, tax accounting, budget submissions, contract clearances, disbursement of company dues, issuance of tax identity cards, and more.
- Management of company procedures with all Iraqi Chambers of Commerce and the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, including trade name reservations, issuance of Chamber of Commerce IDs, and payment of periodic subscriptions.
- Monitoring of company procedures with the Bar Association and the Accountants Association.
Litigation Services
Our litigation team stands as one of the cornerstones of our firm. We take pride in our ability to handle a wide range of litigation matters comprehensively. Our litigation department is staffed by highly qualified and experienced practitioners with profound legal expertise. Our lawyers possess the competence to engage judicially in all areas of law, ensuring our clients receive the best legal solutions. Our profound knowledge and comprehensive understanding of legal principles, combined with our exceptional skills and talents, constitute fundamental pillars of our success. The litigation team at Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services Company is well-equipped to offer expert advice to clients and handle various types of litigation, including:
- Civil Litigation: Courts of First Instance, Courts of Appeal, and Courts of Cassation.
- Criminal Cases: investigative courts, misdemeanor courts, criminal courts, and juvenile court matters.
- Personal Status cases
- Family cases including inheritance provisions for Muslims and the registration and application of wills.
- Personal Affairs cases: family disputes related to non-Muslims.
- Military Courts and Internal Security Forces Cases
- Administrative Justice Issues and Labor Disputes
Tax services
Our highly qualified tax services team at Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services comprises specialists and experts dedicated to securing our clients’ rights and delivering top-tier services. The tax team assists individuals, local and foreign companies by providing tax advice aligned with their corporate objectives, meticulous tax accounting, and precise tax management. Our services encompass:
- Tax Advice and Accounting for businesses across diverse sectors, including banks, financial institutions, real estate investment companies, family offices, joint ventures, and other local and foreign institutions. We cover industries such as finance, real estate, investment, oil and gas, construction, infrastructure, communications, media, entertainment, technology, healthcare, consumer goods, management, and energy.
- Tax consultations in the framework strategy for both corporate entities and individual businesses
- Tax Accounting for local and foreign companies
- Tax Accounting for Individuals
- Real Estate Tax Accounting
Services of local and foreign organizations
Our unique team dedicated to local and foreign organizations at Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services Company is composed of lawyers committed to delivering comprehensive services to each client. We assist both national and foreign organizations in managing their entities, including organizational structuring. Our services encompass:
- Registration of Local Organizations
- Registration of Foreign Organizations
- Legal Advisory Services for All Organizations
- Legal Management of Organizational Affairs
Insurance and Reinsurance
Our specialized insurance practice at Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services covers various aspects of local insurance and reinsurance. We also provide expert advice on all types of insurance protection and claims for companies spanning a wide range of industries. Our legal services in the insurance sector encompass:
- Representation in Legal Proceedings
- Consultations for some of the region’s largest insurance companies on health insurance requirements, deposits related to foreign insurance companies, and licensing and company establishment within the region.
- Assistance in Establishing Insurance Companies
- Further advisory services on product liability, general liability, workers’ compensation, breeder’s compensation, and health insurance requirements.
- Negotiating Settlements
- Provide advice on securing financial services thorough reviews of insurance policies for prominent banks in the Republic of Iraq.
- Provide advice for Iraqi reinsurance companies on insurance claims, negotiating settlements, and representing them in litigation matters.
- Offer legal counsel to various businesses and institutions including banks, hospitals, airlines, shipping companies, retailers and manufacturers in relation to insurance, including life, health, directors and officers, professional indemnity, financial institutions, cyber and computer crime, general liability, product liability, property, construction and employment property casualty insurance. . Hull claims, personal injury and life insurance through visible negligence, computer crime and employer liability.
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Real Estate and Investments
Our legal team provides sound legal and commercial advice on all matters pertaining to real estate affairs. Our team boasts a combination of academic qualifications, knowledge of local laws, practical experience, and in-depth knowledge in this field. This positions us to deliver the highest quality services to our clients to fulfill their requirements. Our team excels in drafting various contracts and agreements for real estate development and sales, including:
- Offering legal and administrative consultations for diverse joint land development projects.
- Providing legal and administrative advice and assistance in organizing short- and long-term lease contracts.
- Advising on the sale and purchase of residential, commercial, industrial, retail, and joint units.
- Assisting in the management of long-term and short-term leases, property-related administration, and rental issues.
- Providing legal and administrative advice and assistance to Iraqi expatriates, guiding them through the real estate market and the procedures for buying and selling real estate within Iraq.
- Facilitating the provision of office spaces for foreign companies and institutions operating within Iraq.
Banking and Finance
Our Banking and Financial Services team excels in establishing and licensing financial institutions and offers comprehensive legal advice and practical solutions on regulatory matters for prominent banks and companies operating in the Republic of Iraq. Our services span all aspects of structuring, negotiating, and documenting financial transactions. Our team possesses extensive knowledge of banking and financial law, including recent legislation. With vast experience in collaborating with banks and financial institutions, our Banking and Financial Services Department provides advice across a broad spectrum of areas, including:
- Establishing and licensing financial institutions, representative offices, branches of foreign banks, and local banks.
- Offering banking consultants and lawyers to the legal departments of banks and financial companies.
- Handling litigation on behalf of banks and financial institutions.
Intellectual property and patents
Our Intellectual Property Group comprises experts in trademarks, copyrights, patents, and designs. We excel in the protection, management, and investment of your intellectual property to maximize your commercial gains and leverage your intellectual property portfolio. We are dedicated to delivering optimal solutions for growing businesses and forming lasting partnerships with our clients. Our primary objective is to comprehend our clients’ requirements, devise solutions tailored to their businesses, and safeguard their intellectual property rights. To fulfill this mission, our team provides the following services:
- Litigation related to trademarks.
- Examination and registration of trademarks.
- Facilitation of trademark ownership transfers.
- Registration of patents for inventions and designs.
- Copyright registration.
As a prominent law firm, we boast a team of seasoned and skilled debt collection attorneys who diligently serve both creditors and debtors. In lieu of embarking on the arduous and complex path of litigation, our legal professionals are equipped to represent your interests, regardless of whether you are a debtor or a creditor.
For business owners, it is not uncommon to encounter clients who have defaulted on payments for the services and products they have received. Collecting these outstanding debts can often prove to be a challenging task. Such difficulties can arise from various factors, including a lack of familiarity with relevant laws, time constraints, and the absence of proper communication with an adept debt collection attorney.
At Al-Qalam Consulting and Legal Services Company, our distinguished team of lawyers is dedicated to the task of debt collection, diligently recovering the dues owed to you. We approach each case with meticulous attention and engage in in-depth discussions to devise tailored strategies. Our specialized team is committed to ensuring comprehensive services are rendered to every client, offering assistance in the following areas:
- If you find yourself indebted to others and are currently unable to repay your loans, and you are facing threats of legal action or harassment from creditors, we encourage you to contact us. Additionally, we can provide guidance if you are interested in exploring options to reduce or eliminate your debt through our comprehensive debt settlement program.
- If you are a creditor grappling with an uncooperative debtor who refuses to fulfill their financial obligations, our debt collection lawyers are here to assist you. We can help you determine the most suitable course of action to recover your owed funds. Feel free to reach out to us if you are seeking the services of an attorney dedicated exclusively to creditor representation and committed to facilitating the retrieval of your outstanding debts.