Luxury Hotel Franchise Agreement
Represented a local real estate developer in negotiating a long-term franchise agreement with a global luxury hotel brand. Successfully represented a leading local developer in complex negotiations for a franchise and hotel management agreement with a top-tier international luxury hotel chain. Our team handled intellectual property licensing, construction standards compliance, employment structuring for top management, […]
Mining Sector Environmental Compliance
Advised a major mining corporation on environmental regulatory compliance and community engagement frameworks. Provided strategic legal counsel to one of the largest mining operators in the country regarding the modernization of their environmental compliance policies. The project involved a comprehensive audit of existing operational licenses, drafting new internal protocols to meet international ESG (Environmental, Social, […]
Establishment of a Regional IT R&D Hub
Assisted a Silicon Valley tech giant with the corporate structuring and establishment of its regional R&D center in Yerevan. Advised a prominent US-based technology company on its market entry and establishment of a regional Research & Development center in Yerevan. Our services encompassed corporate registration, tax optimization structuring (including IT tax certificate acquisition), drafting intellectual […]
Cross-Border Bank Merger & Acquisition
Represented an international financial institution in the acquisition of a controlling stake in a prominent local commercial bank. Acted as lead local counsel for an international financial group in a high-profile M&A transaction involving the acquisition of a 75% stake in a local commercial bank. The mandate included complex regulatory structuring, antitrust clearance from the […]
Major Solar Power Plant Acquisition
Advising a leading European energy consortium on the acquisition and project financing of a 50 MW solar power plant in the regions of Armenia. Provided comprehensive legal support to a major European energy consortium during the acquisition and project financing of a 50 MW solar power plant. Our team conducted extensive due diligence, drafted and […]
Recent Amendments to the Tax Code: What Corporations Need to Know
A detailed overview of the latest changes to corporate taxation, dividend withholding, and new reporting requirements effective next quarter. The Parliament has recently adopted a package of amendments to the Tax Code, significantly altering the landscape for corporate entities. Key changes include a revised mechanism for calculating corporate income tax, new thresholds for VAT exemptions, […]
Navigating Data Privacy Laws in Cross-Border Data Transfers
As digitalization accelerates, understand the legal boundaries and necessary safeguards for transferring personal data outside the jurisdiction. With the increasing reliance on cloud computing and international SaaS platforms, local businesses are frequently transferring personal data across borders. Regulatory agencies have recently intensified audits on companies failing to secure appropriate data transfer agreements. This article explores […]
The Legal Framework of Remote and Hybrid Work Environments
Exploring employer obligations, liability, and employee rights under the newly updated Labor Code provisions regarding remote work. The transition to hybrid and fully remote work models has prompted necessary updates to the Labor Code. Employers are now facing new legal obligations regarding occupational health and safety for home offices, equipment compensation, and the definition of […]
Protecting Intellectual Property: A Guide for Early-Stage Startups
Why securing your IP portfolio is critical before seeking venture capital, and the common pitfalls tech founders should avoid. Intellectual Property (IP) is often the most valuable asset of an early-stage tech startup. However, founders frequently delay proper IP registration and assignment until it’s too late, scaring away potential venture capital investors during the due […]
Commercial Arbitration vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Strategy
An analysis of the benefits of arbitration clauses in complex commercial contracts for faster and confidential dispute resolution. When drafting high-stakes commercial contracts, the choice of dispute resolution mechanism is pivotal. While traditional court litigation offers an established procedural framework, commercial arbitration is increasingly preferred by international businesses for its confidentiality, flexibility, and the global […]