Precision lawyering — locally grounded, globally aligned.

Ms. Maab Tawfiq is the General Manager at BHC and a highly experienced attorney with over 20 years of legal practice. She specializes in engineering and power generation projects, labor law, procurement contracts, and tax law. A graduate of the University of Baghdad (LL.B., 2000) and a member of the Iraqi Bar Association, she has a distinguished record in representing clients in high-stakes negotiations and legal proceedings.

Ms. Tawfiq has handled over 350 labor dispute cases and is a recognized expert in drafting and negotiating procurement contracts, particularly with foreign entities and turnkey projects. She was among the first attorneys to negotiate turnkey agreements on behalf of the Iraqi government in accordance with international standards, and continues to advise on complex commercial and tax matters.

A visionary leader with over 26 years of experience, Ahmed Dawood is the driving force behind BHC Law Firm’s success. He leads the firm’s corporate, commercial, and intellectual property practice, focusing on trade, foreign investment, public-private partnerships, and public procurement.

Ahmed’s extensive experience working with the Iraqi government in senior positions — including chief of staff of the Minister of Planning and Deputy Prime Minister — along with his contributions to high-profile publications, has solidified his position as a trusted advisor to clients seeking to invest and grow their businesses in Iraq.

A bilingual (Arabic–English) General Counsel with extensive experience advising senior executives across international legal, business, and government sectors. Skilled in trade and foreign investment, privatization, public procurement, licensing, and contracts.

Known for translating complex legal concepts into clear language and for strong communication, negotiation, and strategic advisory skills. Holds a Juris Doctor and is a member of the Iraqi Bar Association, the Washington, D.C. Bar (Special Legal Consultant), and the Virginia Bar (Foreign Legal Consultant).

Dawood Salman is a Senior Subject Matter Expert at BHC with over 7 years of experience in tax reporting, financial statement preparation, and payroll management in both Iraq and the U.S. He leads the firm’s Tax and Financial Reporting practice, handling multimillion-dollar projects and representing clients before Iraq’s General Commission for Taxes.

Dawood holds a B.Sc. in Business Administration from Cleveland State University and is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs and Beta Alpha Psi. He is bilingual in Arabic and English.

Christine Adnan is a graduate of the University of Baghdad, College of Arts, Department of English (class of 2014). Since 2017 she has been a key part of Bayt Al-Hikma, steadily advancing from an administrative role to paralegal, and now serves as Senior Paralegal.

With a strong background in legal support and a deep understanding of institutional operations, Christine plays an essential role in managing legal documentation, research, and compliance.

Saud Fallah is a law graduate from the University of Baghdad, ranked third in his class. He trained in commercial arbitration under a certified Iraqi arbitrator and participated in the Saudi Commercial Arbitration Moot.

He later coached the University of Baghdad’s moot teams for competitions in Malaysia and Moscow and served as assistant coach for the Saudi Moot. In collaboration with the UNDP, he has led arbitration training sessions and mentored Iraqi teams. Saud also has experience in immigration services and social security insurance.

Shahad Zuhair is a licensed attorney and a graduate of Al-Turath University College. Since graduation, she has been actively practicing law, specializing in corporate and commercial matters.

Her professional experience includes the registration of both foreign and local companies, handling commercial lawsuits, and providing legal services related to corporate taxation. Shahad has developed a solid background in regulatory procedures and legal compliance within the Iraqi business environment.

Rand Zuhair is a legal professional with extensive experience in the Iraqi legal system and exposure to international corporate environments. She graduated from Al-Mustansiriyah University and has been working with Bayt Al-Hikma since 2015.

Her responsibilities include legal representation and follow-up across governmental and judicial bodies such as the courts, the General Tax Authority, and the Social Security Department. Rand is well-versed in administrative and legal procedures, with a strong focus on compliance, legal documentation, and navigating complex public sector regulations.

Safa Rowdhan is a legal professional and graduate of the University of Baghdad’s College of Law, with a strong focus on international commercial law. She has served as a coach for the university’s VIS Moot team, mentoring students in arbitration, legal research, and oral advocacy.

Fluent in Arabic, English, Turkish, and Spanish, Safa brings a global outlook to her legal work and engages effectively with diverse legal communities. She remains active in legal education and training, contributing to the development of young legal talent in Iraq and the broader region.