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AmCham Legal & Compliance Committee’s May Meeting
On May 12, 2026, the AmCham Legal & Compliance Committee held a meeting titled “Resolution and Prevention of Business-Related Disputes.”
The event brought together legal experts from both the public and private sectors, compliance professionals, committee members, and representatives of the leading business community to discuss key challenges related to commercial dispute resolution in Azerbaijan, judicial practice, and preventive compliance measures for businesses.
Opening remarks were delivered by Mr. Kamil Valiyev, Board Member of AmCham Azerbaijan, who welcomed participants to the meeting and highlighted the importance of fostering dialogue between the business and legal communities.
The meeting continued with welcoming remarks by Ms. Bahar Kavuzova, Chairperson of the AmCham Legal & Compliance Committee, who emphasized the importance of strengthening legal awareness, improving dispute resolution practices, and promoting a proactive compliance culture within the business community.
The meeting was held in an interactive discussion format moderated by Ms. Bahar Kavuzova, who guided the conversation through a series of questions addressed to the invited speakers. The discussion covered various aspects of commercial disputes, judicial practice, and compliance measures in Azerbaijan.
Ms. Nazli Ahmadova shared insights on the general overview of commercial disputes in Azerbaijan, focusing on key issues identified by the Business Law Committee of the Azerbaijani Bar Association. She also reflected on ongoing discussions with courts and relevant stakeholders regarding practical challenges and recent developments in dispute resolution practices. During her remarks, Ms. Ahmadova highlighted existing gaps within both substantive and procedural legal frameworks and also drew attention to AmCham’s contributions to the regulatory environment, including recommendations reflected in the AmCham White Paper.
Mr. Fuad Gashamov discussed commercial disputes from a consulting and law firm perspective, emphasizing the importance of aligning client expectations with judicial realities. Drawing on his experience in complex cross-border disputes, he shared practical observations on legal strategy, dispute management, and communication between clients and legal advisors. He also provided a comparative overview of B-READY statistics, noting cases where inconsistencies between the existing regulatory framework and practical implementation create challenges for businesses and hinder the formation of a predictable business environment.
Mr. Dunyamin Novruzov addressed the regulatory framework governing commercial litigation in Azerbaijan, highlighting judicial practice and the professional conduct standards expected from legal practitioners. He also spoke about the importance of legal ethics, procedural transparency, and the evolving role of lawyers in dispute resolution processes.
Mr. Allahveran Orujlu discussed compliance measures aimed at preventing business-related disputes, emphasizing the role of effective internal controls, corporate governance mechanisms, and compliance frameworks in minimizing legal risks and strengthening organizational resilience. He also underlined the importance of risk management and preventive measures, supported by practical real-life examples.
The discussion was followed by an engaging Q&A session, during which participants actively exchanged views on the practical challenges businesses face in commercial disputes, the role of compliance in dispute prevention, and opportunities to improve cooperation between the business community and legal institutions.
The meeting concluded with an interactive discussion among participants, providing valuable insights into current legal and compliance trends and reinforcing the importance of preventive approaches in managing business-related disputes. As a result of the meeting, it was agreed that the ideas and proposals voiced during the discussion will be consolidated into a written package of recommendations within the framework of AmCham, with the participation of representatives from both state institutions and the private sector.
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