BHM Law Firm LLC offers a range of legal services with a focus on dispute resolution, sports law and corporate governance issues. Sector strengths for the group include fintech, oil and gas and entertainment. Managing partner Mehman Sultanov focuses on banking and finance, tax law and energy and infrastructure projects; he co-heads the practice with dispute resolution expert Javid Aliyev and Gulnar Gurbanova, who fields expertise in corporate and commercial matters and IP rights. Sabina Samadova is 'smart, dedicated and her execution is always on point'.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘BHM Law Firm LLC stands out for its exceptional team, characterized by deep expertise and a client-focused approach.'
  • ‘The individuals I have worked with at BHM Law Firm LLC are exceptional in both their professional skills and their personal approach to client service. What truly sets them apart is their dedication to understanding the unique needs of each client and consistently going above and beyond to provide solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially viable.’

  • ‘The lawyers can always answer our questions and provide excellent legal help.'

  • ‘Because of its large local and international network of specialists, BHM has been able to offer clients who have cross-border legal demands full legal services. This global perspective sets them apart from their competitors and helps them to help people in complex legal matters.'

  • 'We should emphasise Takhmina Imanova's knowledge and skills in the field of corporate law and corporate management. Her competence gives her a new way of thinking and enables her to deliver good work.'

  • ‘Sabina Samadova is an absolute pleasure to work with. Smart, dedicated and her execution is always on point.'

  • ‘One of the unique aspects of BHM is its ability to combine thorough legal knowledge with a practical understanding of business needs, ensuring that clients receive not only legally sound advice but also commercially viable solutions.'

Key clients

  • Carlsberg Azerbaijan LLC
  • Baku City Circuit Operations Committee(Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix)
  • LVMH
  • HALLIBURTON EURASIA LIMITED Branch Office in the Republic of Azerbaijan
  • United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) representation in Azerbaijan
  • Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Österreich
  • Tesla Holding a.s.
  • "PJA" LLC (Papa John’s Azerbaijan)
  • The Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • AFFA (Azerbaijan Football Federation)
  • "SOCAR Cape" LLC
  • “SOCAR MIDSTREAM Operation” LLC
  • JOINT (the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee)
  • Majdal Advisory and Debt Collection FZ- LLC
  • ClausMarsh LTD
  • Eurodesign CJSC
  • IVolt LLC
  • Azerbaijan Insurers Association Public Union
  • BT Texnoservis LLC
  • Yelo Bank OJSC
  • Mpay CJSC
  • Azerconnect LLC
  • Renting and Housing International CJSC
  • MCG LLC
  • Orca Offshore FZC
  • Modenis LLC
  • Azerishiq OJSC
  • McCann- Erickson
  • VIBEANDWAVE LLC
  • Baku Maintenance Service Company
  • Azerenerji OJSC
  • Azerfloat CJSC

Work highlights

  • Providing ongoing legal assistance to Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix including regarding the extension of F1 races in Azerbaijan.
  • Acted as counsel to United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees concerning the project “Legal Assistance and Counselling to Refugees and Asylum-Seekers” implemented by UNHCR Representation in Azerbaijan.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Sabina Samadova
BHM Law Firm LLC
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Mehman Sultanov
BHM Law Firm LLC

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mehman Sultanov, Gulnar Gurbanova, Javid Aliyev

Other key lawyers

Sabina Samadova, Takhmina Imanova