FAQs
About the Firm
What areas of law does Taamneh & Partners specialise in?
Corporate and commercial law; real estate and development projects; civil law; employment and labour law; government regulations and compliance; property and complex management; international expertise and consultancy; and migration and human trafficking law. Each area is set out in full under Expertise.
How long has the firm been operating?
The firm was established in Amman in 1996 and has been in continuous practice for more than thirty years, evolving from Taamneh Law Firm into Taamneh & Partners.
Do you serve clients outside Jordan?
Yes. A substantial part of the firm’s practice is for clients based outside Jordan. The firm acts for multinational corporations, international organisations, diplomatic missions and government entities, and has handled cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters throughout its history.
Who are your typical clients?
Multinational corporations, international organisations and UN-affiliated institutions, diplomatic missions, government entities, regional groups, developers and investors, and private clients in substantial civil matters.
What differentiates Taamneh & Partners from other firms?
Three decades of institutional memory, senior involvement on every matter, and a record that spans international arbitration, litigation against state entities, and standing advisory mandates for embassies and international organisations.
Services & Practice Areas
What is included under corporate and commercial law, and property and complex management?
Company formation and transformation, joint ventures, mergers and restructuring, agency and licensing agreements, governance and board advisory, and contract drafting and negotiation. Property and complex management covers governance frameworks, contract oversight, financial legal supervision and dispute resolution for residential and commercial complexes.
Do you assist with real estate and development projects?
Yes. We advise on land acquisition and due diligence, regulatory approvals, development agreements, financing structures, sales and transfers, and property and construction disputes.
Do you offer services in civil law?
Yes. Our civil practice covers contracts and obligations, civil liability and compensation, property rights, lease and tenancy matters, and enforcement and debt collection.
What do you do in employment and labour law?
Workforce structuring, employment contract drafting and compliance, workplace policy, and the resolution of employment disputes for domestic and international employers, including diplomatic missions.
Do you provide compliance, regulatory or government-relations counsel?
Yes. We advise on regulatory strategy and representation before ministries, authorities and public bodies, licensing and permits, risk management and regulatory audits, and corporate compliance programmes.
Do you offer services in migration or human trafficking law?
Yes. The firm advises on migration, status and human-trafficking matters, and has contributed to national strategy and legislative reform in this area.
Do you represent clients in disputes and before the courts?
Yes. We appear before the Jordanian courts at every instance and act in international arbitration, including proceedings seated outside Jordan.
Fees & Engagement
Do you offer an initial consultation?
Yes. The firm offers a free initial consultation to understand your needs before any engagement is agreed.
How can I arrange a consultation?
Use the enquiry form on the Contact page, email info@taamnehlaw.com, or call +962 79 003 1101 during office hours.
What is your office address?
Oasis 1 Complex, Abd Al Rahim Al Hajj Mohammad Street, Floor 3, Suite 310, Swaifiyeh, Amman. Correspondence: P.O. Box 850373, Amman 11185, Jordan.
Will I receive a fee estimate before work begins?
Yes. We assess each matter and provide a clear estimate and scope of work before starting. You will always know how fees are calculated, with no hidden charges.
What fee models do you offer?
Hourly billing, fixed fees for well-defined services, monthly or annual retainers for corporate clients requiring continuous support, and in certain compensation or recovery matters, success-based structures. Full detail is set out under Fees & Engagement.
Process & Communication
What should I bring to a first meeting?
Any documents relevant to the matter — contracts, correspondence, court papers, registration documents or identification — together with a short chronology of events. If you are unsure, bring what you have and we will advise on what else is needed.
What is a typical timeline for resolving a matter?
Timelines depend on the nature of the matter, the forum and the conduct of the other parties. We provide an indicative timeline in the scope of work issued before engagement, and update it as the matter progresses.
How will I be kept informed of progress?
Each matter has a responsible lawyer who reports on developments, hearings and deadlines. Reporting frequency is agreed at the outset and set out in the engagement terms.
In which languages can I communicate with your lawyers?
Arabic and English throughout the firm. Additional languages are available depending on the lawyer instructed.
Legal Matters
Do I need a lawyer to start a company or purchase property in Jordan?
It is not a formal requirement in every case, but both involve registration, title and regulatory steps where errors are costly and difficult to unwind. We advise obtaining counsel before signing or filing.
What happens if my matter goes to court or arbitration?
We prepare the case file, advise on prospects and strategy, and represent you throughout. In arbitration we also coordinate with any foreign counsel engaged and manage the procedural timetable.
Do you handle mediation or alternative dispute resolution?
Yes. We prioritise negotiation and mediation where they can resolve a matter faster and at lower cost, and act in arbitration and mediation as well as court proceedings.
Practical Information
When are you open?
Sunday to Thursday, 09:00 to 17:00 (GMT+3). Saturdays by special arrangement.
Do you offer remote consultations?
Yes. Consultations can be held by telephone or video where that is more convenient, including for clients outside Jordan.
How do I apply to join the firm?
Current opportunities are listed under Grow with Us. Applications are made through the form on the relevant opening.