Samir Mammadov

Samir Mammadov is a professional legal practitioner specializing in international arbitration, investor-state dispute settlement, and corporate law. Since 2026, he has been practicing at ALC, providing comprehensive legal services focusing on the resolution of domestic and international disputes, as well as contract law.

Education and Academic Background

University of Bologna (Italy): Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Law, Finance, and Economics — Graduated with Honors (Summa Cum Laude / Distinction).
Baku State University: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.).

At the master's level, his academic research focused on the issue of transparency in investor-state dispute settlement through a comparative analysis of civil procedural law and private international law. He has further enriched his academic expertise through specialized international programs:
Summer School on International Litigation and Arbitration, University of Bologna (2023).
Summer School on International Arbitration, Central Asia Vis Alumni Association (2025).

Professional Experience

Samir Mammadov possesses extensive practical experience in litigation support and the drafting of complex legal documents. He has built a strong track record in preparing statements of claim and appeals for first-instance, appellate, and cassation courts, drafting and reviewing contract agreements, and managing official correspondence with public authorities and enforcement officers.
Throughout his career, he has completed internships and professional placements at various leading law firms, as well as judicial and enforcement authorities, including the Sumgayit City Court.

International Achievements and Research Interests

30th Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot: Participated as a Speaker and Memorandum Author.
Topchubashov Moot Court Competition (2019): Winner and recipient of the "Best Respondent Memorandum" award.
Alongside his core legal practice, he conducts academic research in the fields of environmental law and sustainable development. His research paper concerning the legal regulation of the circular economy and waste management was presented at the ICRESS conference held at UNEC and published in the conference proceedings.

Languages

- Azerbaijani: Native
- English: Fluent (C2)
- Italian: Intermediate
- Russian: Beginner