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Tax Exemptions in Free Zones: A Huge Incentive For Foreign Investors in Iran

Karimi & Associates Law Firm and Smart Invest Iran Joint Newsletter for September 2017 is published. Introduction As one of the richest countries in the world in terms of hydrocarbon reserves, Iran’s great foreign investment attractions are undeniable, and recognizing the potential in the Iranian market is a must for every foreign investor who is looking to invest in this growing economy. These incentives, however, are yet to be properly …

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A Brief Look on Trademark Protection In Iran

Karimi & Associates law firm and Smart Invest Iran joint newsletter for June 2018 is published. INTRODUCTION By enacting the “Patents, Industrial Designs, and Trademarks Registration Act of Islamic Republic of Iran”(PIDTRA ACT) in 2008 and acceding to the Madrid System (including the “Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks” and its related protocol) and the “Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property”, Iran has attempted to create …

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Seizure of Shares For Dowry in Iran

  Introduction [1] This paper starts by explaining the status of Dowry in Iran. Secondly, answers the question that whether a share in a company can be lawfully seized for Dowry. In order to answer the question, the paper studies three types of shares, including private joint-stock, public joint-stock, and limited liability companies. In the end, by conducting comparisons between these three types of companies, reaches a conclusion.   Dowry …

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Recognition & Enforcement of Foreign Civil Judgements in Iran

  Introduction: Enforcement of foreign civil judgments is a subject of concern to the judgment creditors when the assets belonging to the judgment debtors are located outside the jurisdictions where the judgments are issued. The aim of this article is to provide a brief overview of the laws and regulations governing the enforcement of foreign civil judgments in Iran.[1] Foreign judgments do not benefit from a unified system of enforcement at …

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Foreign Investment in Iran

The potential in Iran’s economy and opportunities created by the legal framework with incentive laws have made Iran an attractive option to invest in. In the following, you will find the main practical and informative points on the economic scope of Iran, governing laws, taxation system, and intellectual property protection. Why Iran? Iran’s economy has incredible potential for progress due to its young and highly educated population, geopolitical location, and …

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