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English Law: Keep calm and mind the precedent
In May Law Update’s edition, we examined the continued relevance of English law across MENA jurisdictions and why it remains a cornerstone of commercial transactions, dispute resolution, and cross-border deal structuring.
From the Dubai Court’s recognition of Without Prejudice communications to anti-sandbagging clauses, ESG, joint ventures, and the classification of warranties, our contributors explore how English legal concepts are being applied, interpreted, and adapted in a regional context.
With expert insight across sectors, including capital markets, corporate acquisitions, and estate planning, this issue underscores that familiarity with English law is no longer optional for businesses in MENA. It is essential.
2025 is set to be a game-changer for the MENA region, with legal and regulatory shifts from 2024 continuing to reshape its economic landscape. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, and Bahrain are all implementing groundbreaking reforms in sustainable financing, investment laws, labor regulations, and dispute resolution. As the region positions itself for deeper global integration, businesses must adapt to a rapidly evolving legal environment.
Our Eyes on 2025 publication provides essential insights and practical guidance on the key legal updates shaping the year ahead—equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead in this dynamic market.
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Biography
Haydar graduated from Al Turath University College in Baghdad with a Bachelor’s Degree in Law in 1999, and was admitted to the Iraqi Bar Association in the same year. After qualifying with Al-Attraqchi Solicitors’ Office in Baghdad, Haydar moved to become a legal advisor in the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce, representing the Federation in the governmental and semi-governmental departments. He attended Federation Board sessions held in the Erbil Chamber of Commerce in Kurdistan Region of Iraq as part of the Federation Committee, and supervised the 2003 elections for the Baghdad Chamber of Commerce.
In 2004, Haydar moved to Ireland, where he continued his education, completing an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Business Studies and a diploma in International Trade & e-Business. Haydar completed several internships, including at the Institute of International Trade of Ireland and a number of Irish Limited Liability Companies.
Haydar is a companies’ registration agent licensed by the Ministry of Trade since 2015. He has a Certificate for successful completion of the Business Association Capacity Building Workshop, The Center for International Private Enterprise – U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and a Certificate for participating as a judge in the 2014 Iraq National Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition held by Iraq USAID Access to Justice Program and International Law Students Association.
Recent Experience
- Setting up LLC and foreign company branches in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
- Advice on Labour matters including reviewing and amending employment contracts according to the Iraqi Labor Law and Iraqi Pension and Social Security Law.
- Preparing construction matrices for a Russian oil company in Basra, Iraq.
- Handling the share sales process in a well-known aviation company in Iraq.
- Setting up an insurance company, construction and contracting firm and US logistics firm in Iraq.
- Advises a spectrum of clients, from international banks to government authorities and individual clients. His expertise extends to oil & gas matters, employment and regulatory advice.
Language(s)
- Arabic
- English
Education
2011 – Bachelor Degree in Business Studies (Hons), Dublin City University
2008 – Diploma in International Trade & e-Business, Institute of International Trade of Ireland
1999 – Bachelor in Law, Al Turath University College
Admission
2015 – Kurdistan Bar Association
1999 – Iraqi Br Association
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