Terms and Conditions








Terms and Conditions of Ahmadiniaz Law Firm


Article 1- Definitions


1.1 The Firm: Ahmadiniaz Law Firm (hereinafter referred to as ‘ALF’) is an international legal consultancy firm, founded by Dr. Hossein Ahmadiniaz, Mr. Zaniar Ahmadiniaz, and Mr. Zana Ahmadiniaz. ALF is headquartered at Boompjes 40, 3011 XB in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and is registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce under number 91677807, SBI code: 69102, VAT- number: NL865734410B01, IBAN: NL09INGB0007090461, BIC number: INGBNL2A.

1.2 The Client: A natural person or legal entity that makes use of the services of ALF.

1.3 The Services: ALF provides high-quality legal services in various areas of law. These services include legal advice, litigation, appeal procedures before the courts, assistance with visa and residence permit applications, assistance with administrative procedures, and the effective and strategic resolution of civil disputes. All services are provided in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and tailored to the specific needs of the client.

1.4 The Agreement: Any agreement between ALF and the client(s) regarding the provision of services.


Article 2- Applicability


2.1 These general terms and conditions apply to all services and agreements of ALF, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

2.2 Any deviations from these terms and conditions are only valid if agreed upon in writing between ALF and the client.


Article 3- Services


3.1 Quality of Services: ALF will perform its services to the best of its ability and with due care, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations as well as professional standards.

3.2 Written Agreement: The exact nature and scope of the services will be specified in a written engagement agreement between ALF and the client(s).


Article 4- Confidentiality


4.1 ALF will treat all information related to its client(s)’ case with strict confidentiality, in accordance with Article 32 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in conjunction with Article 13 of the Dutch Personal Data Protection Act (Wbp). ALF will not disclose this information to third parties without the client(s)’ consent, unless legally required to do so.

4.2 This confidentiality obligation remains in effect even after the termination of the agreement.


Article 5- Fees and Payment


5.1 Fee Structure: The fee structure for legal services is based on an hourly rate of €264.46 excluding 21% VAT. This is increased by €55.54 VAT, resulting in a total of €320 including 21% VAT per hour. Alternatively, a fixed fee agreed upon in advance, or a combination thereof, may be applied as specified in the engagement agreement between ALF and the client.

5.2 Initial Consultation: The fee for an initial consultation is €200 excluding 21% VAT. This is increased by €42 VAT, resulting in a total amount of €242 including 21% VAT per hour. The consultation includes a discussion of the client’s case and the provision of legal advice.

5.3 Costs and Expenses: All costs and expenses related to legal services, such as fees for immigration applications, court fees, bailiff costs, travel and accommodation expenses, administrative costs, and other additional expenses, will be charged separately.

5.4 Payment Terms: The client must transfer the fee for the services rendered within 7 days from the invoice date to the business bank account NL09INGB0007090461 in the name of Ahmadiniaz Law Firm, unless otherwise agreed. In the event of late payment, ALF reserves the right to charge statutory interest and extrajudicial collection costs, in accordance with the Debt Collection Costs Act (WIK).

5.5 Payment in Installments: If the client wishes to pay in installments, 70% of the agreed amount must be paid at the start of the engagement agreement, unless otherwise agreed. The remaining amount can be paid in installments as specifically outlined in the engagement agreement between the client and ALF.

Article 6- The Agreement


6.1 Compliance with the Agreement: Based on the agreed assignment agreement between the client and ALF, both parties must respect and comply with the terms set therein.

6.2 Modification of the Agreement: The assignment agreement may only be modified in writing and must be accepted and signed by both parties.

6.3 Termination of the Agreement: ALF is entitled to terminate the engagement agreement with the client if the client fails to comply with financial obligations or other substantive commitments.


Article 7- Termination of the Agreement


7.1 Both the client and ALF may terminate the assignment agreement within
3 days from the commencement date. The termination request must be documented in writing in a termination declaration, which must be accepted and signed by both parties.


Article 8 – Duration of the Agreement


8.1 The assignment agreement becomes effective on the commencement date upon signature by both parties and ends when ALF has provided the required legal services to the client in accordance with the agreed assignment agreement, and the client has paid all legal service fees to ALF. Once both parties have fulfilled and completed all obligations under the assignment agreement, the agreement is officially and immediately terminated.


Article 9 – Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

9.1 The client is prohibited, both during the engagement agreement and after its termination, from disclosing in any way to third parties, directly or indirectly, in any form and in any manner, any information regarding the working methods, confidential information, business matters, and interests of Ahmadiniaz Law Firm. For each violation of this confidentiality clause, the client shall immediately forfeit to Ahmadiniaz Law Firm, in accordance with Article 6:74 in conjunction with Article 6:92 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), a payable penalty of €15,000 per violation, without the need for prior notice or default. This is without prejudice to the right of Ahmadiniaz Law Firm to claim full compensation for damages instead.


Article 10 – Liability


10.1 Legal Action in Case of Non-Compliance: If the client fails to fulfill the financial obligation(s) under the agreed assignment agreement between the client and ALF, ALF is entitled to take legal action to protect its interests.

10.2 No Refund of Legal Fees: Due to the nature of the legal services provided, no refunds will be issued to clients for legal service fees already paid. ALF does not offer refunds to the client.

10.3 Alternative Solutions in Case of Immigration Application Rejection: If the client’s immigration application is not approved, ALF will consult with the client to find a suitable solution, such as submitting a new application or initiating an appeal or objection procedure to achieve the desired outcome.

10.4 Cancellation of the Initial Consultation:
If the client wishes to cancel the initial consultation with ALF, they may do so free of charge up to 24 hours (one day) before the scheduled consultation date. The cancellation must be officially communicated in writing via email to info@anlaw.nl or through ALF’s WhatsApp numbers. If the client fails to cancel the consultation on time or does not follow the correct procedure, they will be required to pay 50% of the consultation fee (€242 - 50% = €121) as a penalty for late or improper cancellation.

10.5 Termination of the Assignment Agreement: If the client wishes to terminate the assignment agreement with ALF, they must submit a termination request in writing within 3 days of signing the agreement. This request can be sent via email to info@anlaw.nl or through ALF’s WhatsApp numbers. If the termination request is submitted on time, the agreement may be dissolved free of charge and without penalty. However, if the client fails to terminate within the specified timeframe or does not follow the prescribed procedure, any legal service fees already paid will not be refunded, and the client remains obligated to pay the agreed amount to ALF as a penalty for late cancellation.

10.6 Force Majeure: ALF is not liable for damages resulting from force majeure. Force majeure refers to any circumstance beyond ALF’s control, such as telecommunication failures, natural disasters, strikes, or other unforeseen events. In the event of force majeure, ALF will inform the client as soon as possible and provide an alternative solution where feasible.


Article 11- Responsibility


11.1 Limitation of Responsibility: ALF is solely responsible for handling the client’s specific assignment, as explicitly described in the agreed engagement agreement between ALF and the client.

11.2 Exclusion of Liability for Unauthorized Claims:
ALF is not responsible for any improper claims made by the client that fall outside the agreed engagement agreement and the legal services provided.

11.3 Responsibility for Submission and Legalization of Documents:
The client is responsible for collecting and submitting the relevant documents required for the proper handling of their assignment(s) by ALF. If the necessary supporting documents originate from abroad, the client is required to have them translated by a certified translator into Dutch or English and subsequently legalized by: the competent court, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Justice in the country of origin, the Dutch embassy in the respective country of the client, and, if necessary, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Netherlands.

11.4 Compliance with Financial Obligations: The client is required to respect and fulfill the financial agreements specified in the agreed engagement agreement between ALF and the client. Failure to comply with these obligations will result in the client being held liable for any consequences and additional costs arising from the incident.


Article 12- Compliance with laws and regulations 

12.1 We commit to complying with all applicable international treaties, laws, and regulations related to anti-money laundering (AML) policies and trade sanctions against sanctioned countries, in order to promote a culture of compliance and integrity within Ahmadiniaz Law Firm.

Article 13- Complaints Procedure


13.1 Complaints Procedure: Complaints regarding the services of ALF must be submitted in writing via email to info@anlaw.nl.

13.2 Handling of Complaints: The ALF team will respond within 14 days of receiving the complaint and, if necessary, propose an appropriate solution.


Article 14- Applicable Law


14.1 These general terms and conditions and all agreements between the client(s) and ALF are governed by Dutch law, unless otherwise agreed.


Article 15- Dispute Resolution


15.1 Dispute Resolution: If a dispute arises under the agreed engagement agreement between the client and ALF, both parties agree to initially attempt to resolve the dispute verbally or with the assistance of a mutually agreed mediator and/or lawyer in a peaceful manner. If mediation does not result in a satisfactory resolution for both parties, they agree to submit the dispute to an arbitrator and/or the competent court in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.


Article 16- Final Provisions


16.1 Amendment of General Terms and Conditions: ALF has the right to amend these general terms and conditions at any time. The amended terms will apply to new agreements and services entered into after the date of modification. The most recent version of the general terms and conditions will be published on the official ALF website: www.anlawfirm.nl.

16.2 Validity and Effective Date: These general terms and conditions are legally valid and remain in force.

16.3 Disclaimer of Liability: ALF accepts no responsibility or liability for misuse of these general terms and conditions by third parties or the client(s), nor for the consequences of any improper use that falls outside the scope of the agreed legal services.

Trusting to have informed you properly.

Best regards,

Ahmadiniaz Law Firm

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