OUR CORE SERVICE AREAS
Three complementary pillars through which we help clients shape policy, resolve disputes and pursue commercial opportunity.
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We advise public institutions, development partners and businesses on regulatory reform, legislative drafting and complex public projects.
- We handle commercial, administrative and cross-border disputes through strategy, proceedings and enforcement.
- We advise companies, investors and institutions on transactions, governance, contracts, compliance and everyday business needs.
OUR PRACTICE AREAS
By providing legal services, we strive to redefine the role that
a law firm plays in an emerging regional market,
in order to produce truly exceptional results for our clients.
a law firm plays in an emerging regional market,
in order to produce truly exceptional results for our clients.
- Sigma Law Group advises Armenian and international businesses on corporate governance throughout the life of a company. We help clients establish clear decision-making structures, manage shareholder relationships and address corporate issues before they develop into disputes.
Our work includes:- Company formation, reorganisation and restructuring
- Charters and other constitutional documents
- Board and shareholder decisions
- Directors’ duties, authorities and liabilities
- Share transfers, shareholder rights and treasury-share matters
- Corporate approvals and internal governance procedures
- Corporate compliance and governance-related disputes
- Sigma Law Group supports companies, investors and institutions on acquisitions, strategic investments and other corporate transactions. We combine corporate, commercial and regulatory expertise to guide clients from the early planning stage through closing and post-closing implementation.
Our work includes:- Legal due diligence
- Transaction structuring
- Share and asset acquisitions
- Drafting and negotiating transaction documents
- Regulatory approvals and corporate authorisations
- Risk assessment and transaction support
- Post-closing implementation and corporate restructuring
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Commercial agreements are central to every business relationship. Sigma Law Group drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts designed to protect our clients’ commercial interests while supporting practical and durable business arrangements.
Our work includes:- Supply, services and contractor agreements
- Technology, maintenance and transport contracts
- Distribution, agency and commercial cooperation agreements
- Contract review and risk allocation
- Negotiation support
- General terms and conditions
- Contractual disputes and enforcement
- Sigma Law Group advises employers and senior employees on the full range of employment matters. We help clients establish sound workplace documentation, manage workforce changes and resolve employment disputes when they arise.
Our work includes:- Employment, management and termination agreements
- Internal employment policies and workplace rules
- Remuneration, benefits and incentive arrangements
- Disciplinary procedures
- Workforce restructuring and redundancies
- Employment termination
- Labour disputes and representation before courts
- Businesses operating in any sector must comply with competition-law requirements while protecting their commercial position in the market. Sigma Law Group provides practical advice on competition compliance, commercial conduct and competition-related disputes.
Our work includes:- Competition-law compliance
- Assessment of restrictive agreements and business practices
- Unfair competition and trade-practice matters
- Internal compliance policies and training
- Advice on market conduct and commercial strategy
- Representation in investigations and disputes
- Tax law directly affects business operations, investments and transactions. Sigma Law Group advises clients on tax-related legal risk and provides support on corporate tax, cross-border matters and tax procedures.
Our work includes:- Corporate-tax advice
- Tax implications of commercial transactions
- Cross-border investments and tax issues
- VAT, income-tax and other tax procedures
- Tax planning and legal risk assessment
- Representation before tax authorities
- Tax-related disputes and litigation
- Sigma Law Group advises financial institutions, investors and corporate clients on financial transactions, regulatory matters and contractual arrangements. Our team combines financial, corporate and commercial expertise to support clients in a highly regulated environment.
Our work includes:- Financing and security arrangements
- Financial-market regulation and compliance
- Securities and capital-market matters
- Banking and insurance-related legal issues
- Drafting financial and transaction documentation
- Debt recovery and security enforcement
- Financial-services disputes and representation
- Sigma Law Group advises businesses, creditors, investors and financial institutions on insolvency, restructuring and recovery matters. We provide strategic support at every stage, from early financial distress through formal proceedings and enforcement.
Our work includes:- Preventive restructuring and business recovery
- Insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings
- Creditor rights and claims
- Security enforcement
- Collateral and inter-creditor disputes
- Recovery strategy and asset preservation
- Insolvency-related litigation
- Cross-border business relationships require careful analysis of applicable law, jurisdiction and enforcement risks. Sigma Law Group advises clients on private international law and supports them in resolving matters involving foreign parties, assets or contracts.
Our work includes:- Applicable-law and jurisdiction analysis
- International commercial contracts
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments
- Cross-border corporate and commercial matters
- Foreign-party transactions
- Conflict-of-laws issues
- Cross-border dispute strategy
- Sigma Law Group helps clients protect, commercialise and enforce their intellectual-property assets. We advise businesses, creators and investors on the legal tools needed to safeguard innovation, brands and valuable know-how.
Our work includes:- Trademark, copyright, design and patent protection
- Intellectual-property registration
- Licensing and commercialisation
- Trade secrets and confidential information
- Anti-counterfeit measures
- Unfair competition
- Intellectual-property disputes and litigation
- Sigma Law Group advises businesses, institutions and investors on administrative procedures, regulatory obligations and engagement with public authorities. We help clients obtain the approvals needed to operate, manage compliance risk and challenge unlawful administrative action.
Our work includes:- Licences, permits and authorisations
- Regulatory-compliance assessments
- Administrative acts and administrative procedures
- Representation before public authorities
- Appeals against administrative decisions
- Administrative litigation
- Sector-specific regulatory advice
- Sigma Law Group provides integrated legal support for real estate, construction, and urban-development projects. We assist clients from initial project structuring through property acquisition, permitting, construction and completion.
Our work includes:- Real estate acquisitions and transactions
- Land, property and title matters
- Construction and development regulation
- Permits and authorisations
- Project structuring and risk management
- Construction and commercial contracts
- Representation before state and municipal authorities
- Sigma Law Group has developed strong expertise in matters where law, regulation and institutional design intersect. We support public institutions, international organisations and development partners on complex reform projects in Armenia.
Our work includes:- Drafting laws, bylaws and regulatory instruments
- Legal research and comparative analysis
- Policy development and legal expertise
- Feasibility studies and impact assessments
- Strategies, roadmaps and action plans
- Stakeholder consultations and working groups
- Institutional and regulatory reform
- Sigma Law Group assisCustomsts clients with customs compliance, import and export operations and foreign-trade matters. We help businesses manage customs risk and develop procedures that support efficient cross-border operations.
Our work includes:- Customs-compliance reviews
- Import and export strategy
- Customs-clearance matters
- Customs documentation
- Foreign-trade compliance
- Engagement with customs authorities
- Customs-related disputes
- Sigma Law Group advises public authorities, bidders and suppliers throughout public-procurement processes. We combine procurement, administrative and dispute-resolution experience to help clients manage complex tender and public-contract matters.
Our work includes:- Tender and bid strategy
- Procurement documentation
- Public contracting
- Bidder eligibility and qualification matters
- Procurement challenges and disputes
- Blacklisting and exclusion matters
- Supplier-side risk management
- Sigma Law Group advises clients on data protection, cybersecurity and the regulation of technology-enabled services. We support both private-sector businesses and public-sector digitalisation projects.
Our work includes:- Personal-data protection and privacy
- Data-governance frameworks
- Cybersecurity and digital-resilience requirements
- Technology and digital-services regulation
- Technology contracts and compliance
- Digital-transformation projects
- Regulatory assessments for technology-enabled systems
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PUBLIC-SECTOR, REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE REFORM
Sigma Law Group advises public institutions, international organisations, development partners and businesses on matters where law, regulation and institutional design intersect.
Our work includes legislative drafting, regulatory reform, public policy, institutional development, public procurement and the digital transformation of public services in Armenia.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS
- Gaming Regulatory Framework & Operator Selection
- Intellectual Property Sector Strategic Program
- New Insolvency Code
- Identity Documents & Biometric Passport Reform
- Unified Law on Preventing Corruption
- Reform of the Administrative Procedure Code
- Export Strategy & Regulatory Reform
- CEPA Alignment of Armenia's Export Strategy
- Electronic Commerce Legal Framework
- Spirit Drinks Regulatory Framework
- "Armenian Brandy" Geographical Indication
- Electronic Notary System
- Justice Services Digitalisation & e-Criminal Case System
- Social Protection and Legal Capacity Reforms
- Human Rights Safeguards for Displaced Persons
- Modern Parliament for a Modern Armenia
- Product Market Regulation (PMR) Assessment
- Strengthening Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Judicial Capacity Building and Law and Policy Development
- Establishment of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Armenia
- Consultancy on Armenian Public Law
- Justice-Sector Data and Analytical Support
- Support to Judicial Reform in Armenia
- Execution of Article 6 ECHR Judgments
- Consolidation of the Justice System in Armenia
- Armenian Integrity Project
- Armenia Cooperation Roadmap
- Electoral Support Project / Electoral Technology and Cybersecurity
- Feasibility Study on Innovative Electoral Technologies
LITIGATION & CROSS-BORDER ARBITRATION
Sigma Law Group represents companies, investors and institutions in complex commercial, administrative, procurement, insolvency and intellectual-property disputes.
We combine rigorous Armenian court advocacy with international arbitration and cross-border enforcement experience. Our team supports clients from early case assessment and evidence strategy through hearings, appeals, interim measures, enforcement and recovery.
OUR CAPABILITIES
- Commercial, administrative, procurement, insolvency and intellectual-property litigation
- Appellate and Cassation Court advocacy
- International commercial arbitration, including LCIA and SIAC proceedings
- Armenian-law advice in ICSID-related and other investment disputes
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards
- Interim measures, asset preservation and security enforcement
- Cross-border disputes involving transport, finance, mining, trademarks and corporate law
SELECTED MATTERS
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International Arbitration & Cross-Border Disputes
- LCIA Arbitration in Mining & Commodities
- SIAC-Related Financing & Security Enforcement
- ICSID-Related Investment Arbitration: Armenian-Law Advice
- Cross-Border Trademark Litigation: Armenia & Russia
- International Carriage & CMR Convention Dispute
- Cross-Border Damages Litigation: International Electronics Group
Commercial, Administrative & Procurement Litigation
- Public Procurement Blacklisting: Cassation Court Precedent
- Securities Settlement & Custody Litigation
- High-Value Real Estate Investment Dispute
- Strategic Business Acquisition Dispute
- Administrative & Construction Permit Litigation
- Municipal Transport Litigation Portfolio
- Insolvency and Administrative Proceedings for a Municipal Transport Company
- Challenge to a Major Public-Private Partnership Tender
TRACK RECORD
Sigma Law Group has handled more than 150 litigation matters, with an approximately 96% favourable outcome rate.
CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL ADVISORY
Sigma Law Group provides ongoing and transaction-specific support to Armenian and international businesses. We advise companies, investors and institutions on strategic decisions, day-to-day operations and complex commercial matters.
Our clients benefit from one coordinated legal relationship that combines corporate, commercial, employment, regulatory, procurement and dispute-resolution expertise when needed.
OUR CAPABILITIES
- Company formation, restructuring and corporate governance
- Board and shareholder decisions, directors’ duties and shareholder rights
- Commercial contracts, including supply, services, technology, transport and maintenance agreements
- Legal due diligence, transaction structuring and acquisition support
- Property and asset transactions
- Employment contracts, workplace policies, workforce changes and labour disputes
- Public procurement, tender advice and supplier-side risk management
- Long-term corporate legal support and regulatory compliance
LONG-TERM SUPPORT
Sigma provides ongoing legal support to more than 15 Armenian companies, including businesses active in construction and real estate, transport and infrastructure, technology and regulated sectors.
REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
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January 2025 – ongoing
Gaming Regulatory Framework and Operator Selection
Sigma Law Group has supported the development of Armenia’s gaming regulatory framework and the selection of a Gaming Regulation Operator. The project forms part of a wider regulatory architecture that includes the procedure for approving gaming-activity rules and the Prime Minister’s decree establishing the inter-agency selection commission.
Our team contributed to the legal and procedural framework for the operator-selection process, including the principles governing the competition, the dedicated competitive-selection procedure, related secondary legislation and the commission’s rules of procedure.
Sigma also prepared the core tender documentation, including the Request for Qualification, Request for Proposal and draft Operator Agreement, and provided continuing legal support throughout the selection process. Further information on the Gaming Regulation Operator selection process is available through the State Revenue Committee.
Key stages of the framework and selection process were completed in 2026, with implementation support continuing.
Our team contributed to the legal and procedural framework for the operator-selection process, including the principles governing the competition, the dedicated competitive-selection procedure, related secondary legislation and the commission’s rules of procedure.
Sigma also prepared the core tender documentation, including the Request for Qualification, Request for Proposal and draft Operator Agreement, and provided continuing legal support throughout the selection process. Further information on the Gaming Regulation Operator selection process is available through the State Revenue Committee.
Key stages of the framework and selection process were completed in 2026, with implementation support continuing.
April 2026 – ongoing
Intellectual Property Sector Strategic Programme and Action Plan 2027–2031
Sigma Law Group is supporting the development of Armenia’s Intellectual Property Sector Strategic Programme and Action Plan for 2027–2031. The assignment is aimed at establishing a coherent national policy framework for a stronger, more effective and commercially responsive intellectual-property system.
Our work included a comprehensive review of Armenia’s existing intellectual-property legal, regulatory and institutional framework. Sigma assessed the current system for the protection, administration, enforcement and commercialisation of intellectual-property rights, identified key structural issues and reform priorities, and considered the institutional capacity required for effective implementation.
The assignment also involved consultations with relevant public institutions and stakeholders, as well as the consolidation of institutional feedback into the strategic framework. Based on this work, Sigma contributed to the development of a national programme and action plan focused on strengthening IP protection and enforcement, supporting the commercialisation of intellectual assets, and advancing institutional development and capacity building.
The draft Strategic Programme and Action Plan were submitted on 19 June 2026. The incorporation of stakeholder feedback and finalisation of the documents are continuing.
Our work included a comprehensive review of Armenia’s existing intellectual-property legal, regulatory and institutional framework. Sigma assessed the current system for the protection, administration, enforcement and commercialisation of intellectual-property rights, identified key structural issues and reform priorities, and considered the institutional capacity required for effective implementation.
The assignment also involved consultations with relevant public institutions and stakeholders, as well as the consolidation of institutional feedback into the strategic framework. Based on this work, Sigma contributed to the development of a national programme and action plan focused on strengthening IP protection and enforcement, supporting the commercialisation of intellectual assets, and advancing institutional development and capacity building.
The draft Strategic Programme and Action Plan were submitted on 19 June 2026. The incorporation of stakeholder feedback and finalisation of the documents are continuing.
April 2024 – June 2026
Armenia’s New Insolvency Code
Sigma Law Group advised on and contributed directly to the drafting of Armenia’s new Insolvency Code, adopted by the National Assembly on 18 June 2026. The reform represents a major modernisation of Armenia’s legal framework for insolvency, restructuring, business recovery and creditor protection.
The assignment combined legislative drafting, legal analysis and comparative research. Sigma supported the development of a coherent framework aligned with UNCITRAL guidance, relevant European principles and international good practice, helping replace a fragmented and heavily amended bankruptcy regime with a modern, integrated Code.
The new Code expands the tools available to businesses, creditors and investors in situations of financial distress. It introduces preventive restructuring, financial rehabilitation, new-financing mechanisms, court-approved cram-down arrangements, cross-border insolvency rules and pre-packaged enterprise sales. These mechanisms are designed to support viable business recovery, protect creditor rights and preserve value before liquidation becomes unavoidable.
The Code also establishes clearer procedures for legal entities and individuals, strengthens the role of the Insolvency Court and improves the predictability, transparency and efficiency of insolvency proceedings. It will enter into force one year after its official publication.
The assignment combined legislative drafting, legal analysis and comparative research. Sigma supported the development of a coherent framework aligned with UNCITRAL guidance, relevant European principles and international good practice, helping replace a fragmented and heavily amended bankruptcy regime with a modern, integrated Code.
The new Code expands the tools available to businesses, creditors and investors in situations of financial distress. It introduces preventive restructuring, financial rehabilitation, new-financing mechanisms, court-approved cram-down arrangements, cross-border insolvency rules and pre-packaged enterprise sales. These mechanisms are designed to support viable business recovery, protect creditor rights and preserve value before liquidation becomes unavoidable.
The Code also establishes clearer procedures for legal entities and individuals, strengthens the role of the Insolvency Court and improves the predictability, transparency and efficiency of insolvency proceedings. It will enter into force one year after its official publication.
August 2025 – ongoing
Identity Documents and Biometric Passport Reform
Sigma Law Group drafted Armenia’s new Law on Identity Documents, adopted on 11 May 2026. The Law establishes a modern, unified legal framework for the issuance, use, suspension and invalidation of identity documents in Armenia, including passports, identity cards, residence documents and travel documents.
The reform introduces a comprehensive framework for biometric identity documents and regulates the processing of biometric data, including photographs, signatures and fingerprints. It also provides for a unified electronic platform through which applicants may initiate applications, submit documentation, schedule appointments and interact with the competent authorities through interoperable state information systems.
A central element of the reform is the legal framework for engaging a private partner in the delivery of identity-document services through a public-private partnership. Sigma advised on the legal architecture governing the relationship between the State and the private partner, supporting the introduction of a modern biometric passport and identity-document system.
Following adoption of the Law, Sigma has continued to support the development of implementing legislation. This work includes secondary rules on the issuance and content of identity documents, the collection and processing of biometric data, and the operational arrangements required for implementation of the new system.
The Law is scheduled to enter into force following the launch of the unified electronic platform, and no later than 1 November 2026.
The reform introduces a comprehensive framework for biometric identity documents and regulates the processing of biometric data, including photographs, signatures and fingerprints. It also provides for a unified electronic platform through which applicants may initiate applications, submit documentation, schedule appointments and interact with the competent authorities through interoperable state information systems.
A central element of the reform is the legal framework for engaging a private partner in the delivery of identity-document services through a public-private partnership. Sigma advised on the legal architecture governing the relationship between the State and the private partner, supporting the introduction of a modern biometric passport and identity-document system.
Following adoption of the Law, Sigma has continued to support the development of implementing legislation. This work includes secondary rules on the issuance and content of identity documents, the collection and processing of biometric data, and the operational arrangements required for implementation of the new system.
The Law is scheduled to enter into force following the launch of the unified electronic platform, and no later than 1 November 2026.
June 2025 – March 2026
Unified Framework for Preventing Corruption
Sigma Law Group supported the development of a unified legislative framework for preventing corruption in Armenia. The assignment was designed to strengthen the coherence of the country’s anti-corruption system across public institutions, state-owned enterprises and non-profit organisations.
Our team provided legal analysis, policy advice and legislative-drafting support on national and sectoral anti-corruption policy, corruption-risk assessment and management, and integrity programmes. The work also addressed mechanisms for strengthening integrity checks in public service and for embedding anti-corruption safeguards into institutional procedures.
Sigma further advised on approaches to corruption-proofing legislation, including the assessment of draft legal acts for corruption risks and the development of safeguards to improve transparency, accountability and consistency in decision-making.
The work was informed by relevant international standards and recommendations, including those of GRECO and the OECD, and supported the implementation of Armenia’s wider anti-corruption reform agenda. The assignment was completed in March 2026.
Our team provided legal analysis, policy advice and legislative-drafting support on national and sectoral anti-corruption policy, corruption-risk assessment and management, and integrity programmes. The work also addressed mechanisms for strengthening integrity checks in public service and for embedding anti-corruption safeguards into institutional procedures.
Sigma further advised on approaches to corruption-proofing legislation, including the assessment of draft legal acts for corruption risks and the development of safeguards to improve transparency, accountability and consistency in decision-making.
The work was informed by relevant international standards and recommendations, including those of GRECO and the OECD, and supported the implementation of Armenia’s wider anti-corruption reform agenda. The assignment was completed in March 2026.
July 2026 – ongoing
Reform of the Administrative Procedure Code
Sigma Law Group is advising on the reform of Armenia’s Administrative Procedure Code, supporting the development of a new legislative framework governing administrative court proceedings. The firm's mandate includes reviewing the existing procedural regime, analyzing judicial practice and comparative legal approaches, and preparing reform proposals covering all major stages of administrative proceedings.
Sigma is also responsible for drafting the Concept Note for the reform, participating in consultations with public authorities and stakeholders, and incorporating feedback into the final policy framework. This mandate is significant as it is expected to shape the future of Armenia’s administrative justice system by enhancing procedural efficiency, legal certainty, access to justice, and alignment with international best practices.
Sigma is also responsible for drafting the Concept Note for the reform, participating in consultations with public authorities and stakeholders, and incorporating feedback into the final policy framework. This mandate is significant as it is expected to shape the future of Armenia’s administrative justice system by enhancing procedural efficiency, legal certainty, access to justice, and alignment with international best practices.
June 2024 – ongoing
Export Strategy and Regulatory Reform
Sigma Law Group supports the Ministry of Economy in the development and implementation of Armenia’s export-policy agenda, including the Export Promotion Strategic Programme for 2025–2030. Our role is focused on translating strategic export priorities into clear, workable and legally sound regulatory measures.
The assignment includes legal and regulatory analysis of proposed export reforms, as well as ex-ante assessment of their legal, institutional and practical impact. Sigma reviews how proposed changes interact with Armenia’s existing legal framework and provides recommendations aimed at ensuring that reform measures are coherent, implementable and responsive to the needs of exporters.
Our team also provides legislative-drafting support and advises on the alignment of proposed measures with Armenia’s international trade requirements and commitments. This includes identifying legal gaps, assessing the regulatory implications of proposed reforms and developing solutions that can support export diversification, market access and the competitiveness of Armenian businesses.
Through this work, Sigma contributes to a more predictable and effective regulatory environment for exporters, supporting Armenia’s wider objective of expanding the export potential of goods and services and strengthening the country’s position in international markets.
The assignment includes legal and regulatory analysis of proposed export reforms, as well as ex-ante assessment of their legal, institutional and practical impact. Sigma reviews how proposed changes interact with Armenia’s existing legal framework and provides recommendations aimed at ensuring that reform measures are coherent, implementable and responsive to the needs of exporters.
Our team also provides legislative-drafting support and advises on the alignment of proposed measures with Armenia’s international trade requirements and commitments. This includes identifying legal gaps, assessing the regulatory implications of proposed reforms and developing solutions that can support export diversification, market access and the competitiveness of Armenian businesses.
Through this work, Sigma contributes to a more predictable and effective regulatory environment for exporters, supporting Armenia’s wider objective of expanding the export potential of goods and services and strengthening the country’s position in international markets.
March 2026 – June 2026
CEPA Alignment of Armenia’s Export Strategy
Within the EU-funded Support to CEPA Monitoring, Implementation and Communication project, implemented by GOPA PACE, Sigma Law Group carried out a legal assessment of Armenia’s Export Strategy and Action Plan through the lens of the country’s commitments under the EU–Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Sigma reviewed the strategy’s proposed measures to identify areas requiring legislative or regulatory amendment. The assessment specified the nature and level of the legal changes needed, including whether implementation would require amendments to primary legislation, secondary regulations or other administrative instruments.
Our team developed practical recommendations for aligning the Strategy’s implementation with CEPA commitments and the broader process of approximation with relevant EU standards. The work helped identify legal steps needed to transform export-policy priorities into coherent, implementable reforms.
The assignment formed part of the wider EU-supported effort to strengthen Armenia’s capacity to monitor, implement and communicate reforms connected with CEPA, which has been in force since 2021.
Sigma reviewed the strategy’s proposed measures to identify areas requiring legislative or regulatory amendment. The assessment specified the nature and level of the legal changes needed, including whether implementation would require amendments to primary legislation, secondary regulations or other administrative instruments.
Our team developed practical recommendations for aligning the Strategy’s implementation with CEPA commitments and the broader process of approximation with relevant EU standards. The work helped identify legal steps needed to transform export-policy priorities into coherent, implementable reforms.
The assignment formed part of the wider EU-supported effort to strengthen Armenia’s capacity to monitor, implement and communicate reforms connected with CEPA, which has been in force since 2021.
February 2026 – ongoing
Electronic Commerce Legal Framework
Sigma Law Group is advising on the development of a comprehensive legal framework for electronic commerce in Armenia. The assignment is intended to support a clear, modern and coherent regulatory environment for online businesses, digital platforms, consumers and service providers.
Our team carried out a detailed review of the legal and regulatory rules affecting the digital economy, including civil-law relations, consumer protection, cybersecurity, personal-data protection, trade and services. This work identified regulatory gaps, overlaps and structural inconsistencies that may affect the practical operation and development of electronic commerce.
Based on this analysis, Sigma prepared an analytical legal-structuring paper and developed draft legislative provisions and explanatory materials. The proposed framework is designed to provide more consistent regulation for electronic transactions while taking account of the interests of businesses and consumers.
The assignment also included consultations with regulators, digital platforms, small and medium-sized enterprises, logistics providers and payment-service providers. These consultations helped ensure that the proposed reforms reflect both legal requirements and the practical realities of Armenia’s digital market.
A draft legislative package was submitted on 30 June 2026. Its finalisation is ongoing.
Our team carried out a detailed review of the legal and regulatory rules affecting the digital economy, including civil-law relations, consumer protection, cybersecurity, personal-data protection, trade and services. This work identified regulatory gaps, overlaps and structural inconsistencies that may affect the practical operation and development of electronic commerce.
Based on this analysis, Sigma prepared an analytical legal-structuring paper and developed draft legislative provisions and explanatory materials. The proposed framework is designed to provide more consistent regulation for electronic transactions while taking account of the interests of businesses and consumers.
The assignment also included consultations with regulators, digital platforms, small and medium-sized enterprises, logistics providers and payment-service providers. These consultations helped ensure that the proposed reforms reflect both legal requirements and the practical realities of Armenia’s digital market.
A draft legislative package was submitted on 30 June 2026. Its finalisation is ongoing.
April 2026 – June 2026
Spirit Drinks Regulatory Framework
Sigma Law Group supported an EU-funded legal-approximation project concerning Armenia’s regulatory framework for spirit drinks. The assignment focused on developing a clearer and more modern legal architecture for the production, presentation and placing on the market of spirit drinks.
Our team carried out comparative legal analysis of relevant European regulatory approaches and assessed how these principles could be adapted to Armenia’s legal and institutional environment. Sigma contributed to the framework governing production requirements, labelling, quality standards and market placement.
The work also addressed consumer-protection and transparency requirements, including the information provided to consumers about a product’s origin, composition and characteristics. These elements are important for supporting informed consumer choice, fair competition and confidence in the market.
The assignment contributed to Armenia’s broader process of legislative approximation with European standards, while taking account of the national regulatory framework and applicable regional requirements.
Our team carried out comparative legal analysis of relevant European regulatory approaches and assessed how these principles could be adapted to Armenia’s legal and institutional environment. Sigma contributed to the framework governing production requirements, labelling, quality standards and market placement.
The work also addressed consumer-protection and transparency requirements, including the information provided to consumers about a product’s origin, composition and characteristics. These elements are important for supporting informed consumer choice, fair competition and confidence in the market.
The assignment contributed to Armenia’s broader process of legislative approximation with European standards, while taking account of the national regulatory framework and applicable regional requirements.
April 2026 – ongoing
“Armenian Brandy” Geographical Indication
Acting as Senior Expert, Sigma Law Group is supporting the Ministry of Economy in developing the legal framework for the geographical indication “Armenian Brandy.” The assignment is focused on establishing a clear and reliable system for recognising and protecting the designation as a product linked to Armenia’s origin, production traditions and quality characteristics.
Sigma has contributed to the harmonisation and refinement of draft legislative and regulatory documents, including proposed amendments to the Law on Grape-Originated Alcoholic Beverages. Our work supports the development of legal mechanisms for the recognition, protection and appropriate use of geographical indications for spirit drinks.
The assignment also involves comparative analysis of relevant European approaches and consideration of Armenia’s obligations within the Eurasian Economic Union. This helps ensure that the proposed framework is compatible with international practices while remaining responsive to the Armenian legal and institutional context.
The project supports Armenia’s broader commitments under the EU–Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement, including the development of geographical-indication infrastructure and quality-control mechanisms for Armenian brandy. The work is ongoing.
Sigma has contributed to the harmonisation and refinement of draft legislative and regulatory documents, including proposed amendments to the Law on Grape-Originated Alcoholic Beverages. Our work supports the development of legal mechanisms for the recognition, protection and appropriate use of geographical indications for spirit drinks.
The assignment also involves comparative analysis of relevant European approaches and consideration of Armenia’s obligations within the Eurasian Economic Union. This helps ensure that the proposed framework is compatible with international practices while remaining responsive to the Armenian legal and institutional context.
The project supports Armenia’s broader commitments under the EU–Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement, including the development of geographical-indication infrastructure and quality-control mechanisms for Armenian brandy. The work is ongoing.
June 2025 – March 2026, following earlier World Bank-supported phases
Electronic Notary System
Sigma Law Group led significant legal and regulatory elements of Armenia’s Electronic Notary system, a major justice-sector digitalisation initiative. The assignment focused on the legal and business-process design required to digitalise 64 notarial services and make them available through a secure, efficient and user-centred digital environment.
Our team analysed and redesigned the legal and operational processes underlying notarial services, identifying the legislative changes and procedural safeguards needed for electronic notarisation. Sigma developed and coordinated proposed amendments to primary and secondary legislation, addressing the validity of electronic notarial actions, electronic documents and signatures, the authenticity of records and the protection of users’ rights.
A central component of the work was ensuring interoperability between the Electronic Notary system and relevant state registries. Sigma provided legal support on the rules governing data exchange, access to information and coordination among public authorities, so that services could operate reliably within Armenia’s broader digital-government infrastructure.
The firm also provided continuous legal support during system design, development and user testing, helping ensure that the technical solution reflected the applicable legal framework and the practical needs of notaries and service users.
This work built on Sigma’s earlier World Bank-supported e-Notary and judicial-archive assignments, including a dedicated GovTech phase in 2024, demonstrating the firm’s long-term involvement in Armenia’s justice-services digitalisation.
Our team analysed and redesigned the legal and operational processes underlying notarial services, identifying the legislative changes and procedural safeguards needed for electronic notarisation. Sigma developed and coordinated proposed amendments to primary and secondary legislation, addressing the validity of electronic notarial actions, electronic documents and signatures, the authenticity of records and the protection of users’ rights.
A central component of the work was ensuring interoperability between the Electronic Notary system and relevant state registries. Sigma provided legal support on the rules governing data exchange, access to information and coordination among public authorities, so that services could operate reliably within Armenia’s broader digital-government infrastructure.
The firm also provided continuous legal support during system design, development and user testing, helping ensure that the technical solution reflected the applicable legal framework and the practical needs of notaries and service users.
This work built on Sigma’s earlier World Bank-supported e-Notary and judicial-archive assignments, including a dedicated GovTech phase in 2024, demonstrating the firm’s long-term involvement in Armenia’s justice-services digitalisation.
2022 – ongoing, through successive assignments
Justice Services Digitalisation and e-Criminal Case System
Sigma Law Group has supported several phases of Armenia’s justice-sector digitalisation programme. The work began with the Justice Services Digitalisation Programme in 2022–2023 and continued through subsequent assignments concerning the e-Criminal Case System in 2024–2025 and later implementation support.
Our team reviewed justice-sector infrastructure, existing business processes and the legal framework governing digital justice services. Sigma assessed data flows, interoperability requirements and practical operational needs across the institutions involved in criminal proceedings, identifying legal and procedural barriers that could affect the effective use of digital systems.
The firm developed legislative amendments, legal recommendations and implementation proposals to support the transition from paper-based processes to a more integrated electronic environment. This included support for key system functionalities, such as the merging and splitting of criminal cases, and for the rules required to ensure that these functions operate consistently with procedural law.
Sigma has also worked closely with law-enforcement authorities and other justice-sector stakeholders throughout the implementation process. The work supports a more connected, efficient and reliable digital justice system, while preserving procedural safeguards and the integrity of criminal proceedings.
Our team reviewed justice-sector infrastructure, existing business processes and the legal framework governing digital justice services. Sigma assessed data flows, interoperability requirements and practical operational needs across the institutions involved in criminal proceedings, identifying legal and procedural barriers that could affect the effective use of digital systems.
The firm developed legislative amendments, legal recommendations and implementation proposals to support the transition from paper-based processes to a more integrated electronic environment. This included support for key system functionalities, such as the merging and splitting of criminal cases, and for the rules required to ensure that these functions operate consistently with procedural law.
Sigma has also worked closely with law-enforcement authorities and other justice-sector stakeholders throughout the implementation process. The work supports a more connected, efficient and reliable digital justice system, while preserving procedural safeguards and the integrity of criminal proceedings.
June 2025 – ongoing
Social Protection and Legal Capacity Reforms
Sigma Law Group is advising on two significant legal and institutional reforms intended to strengthen protection, access to support and individual autonomy.
Unified national hotline for domestic and family violence
Sigma is supporting the development of a unified, nationwide 24/7 hotline for reports of domestic and family violence. The assignment includes preparation of the legislative amendments, operational procedures and professional standards required for a reliable and consistent service.
The work addresses how reports should be received, recorded, assessed and referred to the appropriate institutions and support services. The proposed framework is intended to create an accessible, coordinated response mechanism and support timely protection for people affected by domestic and family violence.
Legal capacity and guardianship reform
Sigma is also advising on reform of Armenia’s legal-capacity and guardianship framework. The work focuses on moving beyond full deprivation of legal capacity toward more individualised, proportionate and rights-respecting solutions.
The proposed approach includes alternatives to full guardianship, tailored restrictions only where necessary, regular review mechanisms and safeguards designed to preserve personal autonomy. The reform is informed by relevant international human-rights standards and supports the development of decision-making arrangements that better respect the rights, will and preferences of the individual.
Unified national hotline for domestic and family violence
Sigma is supporting the development of a unified, nationwide 24/7 hotline for reports of domestic and family violence. The assignment includes preparation of the legislative amendments, operational procedures and professional standards required for a reliable and consistent service.
The work addresses how reports should be received, recorded, assessed and referred to the appropriate institutions and support services. The proposed framework is intended to create an accessible, coordinated response mechanism and support timely protection for people affected by domestic and family violence.
Legal capacity and guardianship reform
Sigma is also advising on reform of Armenia’s legal-capacity and guardianship framework. The work focuses on moving beyond full deprivation of legal capacity toward more individualised, proportionate and rights-respecting solutions.
The proposed approach includes alternatives to full guardianship, tailored restrictions only where necessary, regular review mechanisms and safeguards designed to preserve personal autonomy. The reform is informed by relevant international human-rights standards and supports the development of decision-making arrangements that better respect the rights, will and preferences of the individual.
August 2025 – January 2026
Human-Rights Safeguards for Displaced Persons
Sigma Law Group provided legal consultancy on issues affecting the legal identity, civil status and access to services of displaced persons in Armenia. The assignment covered civil-status documentation, citizenship, legal identity and the legal status through which individuals may access rights and public services.
Our team assessed Armenian legislation and administrative procedures against relevant European and international human-rights standards. This included examining the practical barriers that may arise when people need to obtain, restore or use identity and civil-status documents, clarify their legal status or access public services.
Sigma prepared legislative and policy recommendations aimed at improving the accessibility, clarity and effectiveness of documentation-related procedures. The work also addressed institutional capacity and opportunities to digitalise documentation services, supporting more coordinated and user-centred delivery by the responsible public authorities.
The assignment contributed to a rights-based approach to displacement, recognising that reliable documentation and legal identity are essential to accessing healthcare, education, social protection, employment and other public services.
Our team assessed Armenian legislation and administrative procedures against relevant European and international human-rights standards. This included examining the practical barriers that may arise when people need to obtain, restore or use identity and civil-status documents, clarify their legal status or access public services.
Sigma prepared legislative and policy recommendations aimed at improving the accessibility, clarity and effectiveness of documentation-related procedures. The work also addressed institutional capacity and opportunities to digitalise documentation services, supporting more coordinated and user-centred delivery by the responsible public authorities.
The assignment contributed to a rights-based approach to displacement, recognising that reliable documentation and legal identity are essential to accessing healthcare, education, social protection, employment and other public services.
April 2025 – May 2025
Modern Parliament for a Modern Armenia (MAP 2.0 / FORSETI): Ethics Standards for Members of Parliament
Sigma Law Group supported the National Assembly of Armenia in finalising a legal and institutional package concerning ethical standards and accountability for Members of Parliament. The work was undertaken within UNDP’s Modern Parliament for a Modern Armenia programme, which supports a more transparent, effective and accountable legislature.
Our team reviewed draft amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the National Assembly and the draft Code of Conduct for Members of Parliament. The review focused on ensuring that the proposed rules formed a coherent and workable framework for parliamentary ethics and conduct.
Sigma also developed proposed amendments to the Law on Guarantees for Members of Parliament and drafted a decision concerning the establishment of an Ethics Committee of the National Assembly. Together, these instruments were intended to strengthen the institutional framework for considering ethics-related matters and promoting high standards of conduct in parliamentary life.
The assignment supported the development of clearer ethical standards, more consistent procedures and an institutional mechanism for addressing parliamentary-ethics issues. Subsequent amendments to the Rules of Procedure adopted in 2026 provide for an Ethics Committee of the National Assembly.
Our team reviewed draft amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the National Assembly and the draft Code of Conduct for Members of Parliament. The review focused on ensuring that the proposed rules formed a coherent and workable framework for parliamentary ethics and conduct.
Sigma also developed proposed amendments to the Law on Guarantees for Members of Parliament and drafted a decision concerning the establishment of an Ethics Committee of the National Assembly. Together, these instruments were intended to strengthen the institutional framework for considering ethics-related matters and promoting high standards of conduct in parliamentary life.
The assignment supported the development of clearer ethical standards, more consistent procedures and an institutional mechanism for addressing parliamentary-ethics issues. Subsequent amendments to the Rules of Procedure adopted in 2026 provide for an Ethics Committee of the National Assembly.
March 2024 – June 2024
OECD Product Market Regulation Assessment
Sigma Law Group supported the collection and validation of Armenia’s data for the OECD Product Market Regulation (PMR) assessment. The PMR indicators are an international benchmarking tool used to assess regulatory barriers to market entry, competition and business activity across the economy and in specific sectors.
Our team prepared and validated responses across a broad range of regulatory areas, including administrative burdens affecting business start-ups, digital markets, electronic communications and energy, governance of state-owned enterprises, professional services, public procurement, retail trade and transport.
The work required detailed review of legislation, regulations and institutional practice, together with engagement with the relevant Armenian public authorities. Sigma coordinated the collection of supporting information, assessed the consistency of the responses and helped ensure that Armenia’s regulatory framework was accurately reflected in the assessment.
By supporting a reliable evidence base for the PMR exercise, Sigma contributed to a clearer understanding of the areas in which regulatory reform can strengthen competition, investment, innovation and business dynamism in Armenia..
Our team prepared and validated responses across a broad range of regulatory areas, including administrative burdens affecting business start-ups, digital markets, electronic communications and energy, governance of state-owned enterprises, professional services, public procurement, retail trade and transport.
The work required detailed review of legislation, regulations and institutional practice, together with engagement with the relevant Armenian public authorities. Sigma coordinated the collection of supporting information, assessed the consistency of the responses and helped ensure that Armenia’s regulatory framework was accurately reflected in the assessment.
By supporting a reliable evidence base for the PMR exercise, Sigma contributed to a clearer understanding of the areas in which regulatory reform can strengthen competition, investment, innovation and business dynamism in Armenia..
June 2024 – August 2024
Strengthening Alternative Dispute Resolution
Under the USAID Armenia Justice Sector Support Project, Sigma Law Group assessed the factors affecting the use of arbitration and mediation in Armenia. The assignment focused on understanding why alternative dispute resolution mechanisms remain underused and identifying practical measures to make them more accessible, effective and trusted by businesses and individuals.
Our team reviewed the legal framework, relevant policies and institutional arrangements governing arbitration and mediation, including the role of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Armenia. Sigma also considered the practical operation of referral mechanisms and the interaction between courts, legal professionals and ADR institutions.
Based on this assessment, Sigma developed recommendations for strengthening the legislative and policy framework, improving institutional arrangements and supporting more effective referral pathways to arbitration and mediation. The recommendations were designed to help users identify appropriate dispute-resolution options and to encourage the wider use of ADR where it can provide a timely and effective alternative to court proceedings.
The assignment also considered access to arbitration and mediation from a gender perspective, recognising the importance of inclusive procedures and equal access to justice.
Our team reviewed the legal framework, relevant policies and institutional arrangements governing arbitration and mediation, including the role of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Armenia. Sigma also considered the practical operation of referral mechanisms and the interaction between courts, legal professionals and ADR institutions.
Based on this assessment, Sigma developed recommendations for strengthening the legislative and policy framework, improving institutional arrangements and supporting more effective referral pathways to arbitration and mediation. The recommendations were designed to help users identify appropriate dispute-resolution options and to encourage the wider use of ADR where it can provide a timely and effective alternative to court proceedings.
The assignment also considered access to arbitration and mediation from a gender perspective, recognising the importance of inclusive procedures and equal access to justice.
February 2023 – December 2024
Judicial Capacity Building and Law and Policy Development
Sigma Law Group supported reforms aimed at strengthening judicial capacity and improving the institutional mechanisms that support the effective delivery of justice in Armenia. The assignment combined legal research, policy analysis and practical capacity-building work undertaken in cooperation with the Ministry of Justice, the judiciary and other relevant public institutions.
Our team contributed to a judicial needs assessment and the development of capacity-building programmes for judges. This work was designed to identify practical areas in which targeted training, institutional support and legal-policy reform could strengthen the quality, efficiency and consistency of judicial practice.
Sigma also conducted research into Armenian courts’ handling of uncontested commercial claims and contributed to policy work on more efficient debt-collection mechanisms. The analysis considered ways to improve the relevant legal and procedural framework while safeguarding due process and access to justice.
A further component of the assignment concerned judicial training on alternative dispute resolution. Sigma supported legal research and capacity-building activities relating to arbitration and mediation, helping strengthen the ability of judges and justice-sector professionals to engage with modern dispute-resolution mechanisms.
Our team contributed to a judicial needs assessment and the development of capacity-building programmes for judges. This work was designed to identify practical areas in which targeted training, institutional support and legal-policy reform could strengthen the quality, efficiency and consistency of judicial practice.
Sigma also conducted research into Armenian courts’ handling of uncontested commercial claims and contributed to policy work on more efficient debt-collection mechanisms. The analysis considered ways to improve the relevant legal and procedural framework while safeguarding due process and access to justice.
A further component of the assignment concerned judicial training on alternative dispute resolution. Sigma supported legal research and capacity-building activities relating to arbitration and mediation, helping strengthen the ability of judges and justice-sector professionals to engage with modern dispute-resolution mechanisms.
August 2022 – March 2023
Establishment of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Armenia
Sigma Law Group contributed to the legal and institutional design of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Armenia (AMCA), helping establish the foundations for a permanent institution capable of administering domestic and international arbitration and mediation proceedings.
Our team developed and finalised core institutional and procedural documents, including the Center’s Charter, the Rules of Procedure of the Arbitration Council, Arbitration Rules, and Rules of Conduct and Ethics for Arbitrators. These documents were designed to provide a clear framework for the administration of cases, the appointment and conduct of arbitrators, and the operation of the Center’s governing bodies.
Sigma also designed models for AMCA’s governance structure and internal decision-making arrangements, mapped key business processes and prepared the Terms of Reference for procurement of the Center’s electronic case-management system. This work helped translate the legal framework into practical operational processes.
The assignment supported the creation of an independent, modern and professionally administered ADR institution in Armenia. AMCA was officially launched in September 2023 and now provides arbitration and mediation services for domestic and international disputes.
Our team developed and finalised core institutional and procedural documents, including the Center’s Charter, the Rules of Procedure of the Arbitration Council, Arbitration Rules, and Rules of Conduct and Ethics for Arbitrators. These documents were designed to provide a clear framework for the administration of cases, the appointment and conduct of arbitrators, and the operation of the Center’s governing bodies.
Sigma also designed models for AMCA’s governance structure and internal decision-making arrangements, mapped key business processes and prepared the Terms of Reference for procurement of the Center’s electronic case-management system. This work helped translate the legal framework into practical operational processes.
The assignment supported the creation of an independent, modern and professionally administered ADR institution in Armenia. AMCA was officially launched in September 2023 and now provides arbitration and mediation services for domestic and international disputes.
February 2023 – February 2025
Consultancy on Armenian Public Law
Sigma Law Group provided legal consultancy on questions of Armenian public law arising in matters handled by U.S. authorities. The assignment involved the delivery of formal expert opinions and informal legal advice on issues requiring detailed understanding of Armenian legislation, legal institutions and administrative practice.
Our work included independent legal research and analysis, assessment of legal positions and expert opinions, and advice on the interpretation and application of Armenian public-law rules. Sigma’s team was engaged to provide clear, well-reasoned and practical analysis tailored to the legal questions presented.
The consultancy drew on the firm’s experience in Armenian public law, regulatory matters and legislative analysis. In keeping with the professional obligations applicable to advisory work of this nature, the entry does not refer to individual matters or confidential advice.
Our work included independent legal research and analysis, assessment of legal positions and expert opinions, and advice on the interpretation and application of Armenian public-law rules. Sigma’s team was engaged to provide clear, well-reasoned and practical analysis tailored to the legal questions presented.
The consultancy drew on the firm’s experience in Armenian public law, regulatory matters and legislative analysis. In keeping with the professional obligations applicable to advisory work of this nature, the entry does not refer to individual matters or confidential advice.
February 2022 – January 2024
Justice-Sector Data and Analytical Support
Sigma Law Group supported Armenia’s CEPEJ correspondent in the collection, processing and analysis of justice-sector statistical data. The assignment contributed to the production of reliable, comparable information on the functioning, efficiency and quality of Armenia’s judicial system.
Our team assisted with the preparation of reports and professional correspondence, the collection and validation of data from relevant justice-sector institutions, and the presentation of information in accordance with CEPEJ methodology. This work helped ensure that Armenia’s data could be accurately assessed alongside comparable information from other European and Eastern Partnership jurisdictions.
Sigma also carried out comparative and trend analysis, helping identify changes in judicial performance over time and place Armenia’s justice-sector data in a broader regional context. The assignment included support for training on judicial statistics and data-processing methods.
The work supported a more evidence-based approach to judicial reform, enabling public institutions and development partners to use reliable data when assessing priorities, monitoring reforms and identifying opportunities to improve access to justice and the efficiency of proceedings.
Our team assisted with the preparation of reports and professional correspondence, the collection and validation of data from relevant justice-sector institutions, and the presentation of information in accordance with CEPEJ methodology. This work helped ensure that Armenia’s data could be accurately assessed alongside comparable information from other European and Eastern Partnership jurisdictions.
Sigma also carried out comparative and trend analysis, helping identify changes in judicial performance over time and place Armenia’s justice-sector data in a broader regional context. The assignment included support for training on judicial statistics and data-processing methods.
The work supported a more evidence-based approach to judicial reform, enabling public institutions and development partners to use reliable data when assessing priorities, monitoring reforms and identifying opportunities to improve access to justice and the efficiency of proceedings.
March 2021 – March 2022
Support to Judicial Reform in Armenia
Sigma Law Group contributed to a Council of Europe-supported reform programme aimed at strengthening the independence, impartiality and effectiveness of Armenia’s judiciary. The assignment formed part of the wider effort to improve the legal and institutional framework underpinning the justice system and to enhance practical access to justice.
Our team supported legal and policy work relating to the development of judicial-reform measures, with attention to the institutional arrangements and legal safeguards necessary for an independent, professional and efficient judiciary. This work was informed by relevant Council of Europe standards, recommendations and comparative European practice.
Sigma also contributed to work supporting the development of arbitration and mediation in Armenia. The assignment addressed the legal and institutional conditions needed for the more effective practical application of alternative dispute-resolution mechanisms, including alignment with European standards and good practice.
Through this work, Sigma supported reforms designed to strengthen trust in the justice system, improve the efficiency of proceedings and expand access to fair and effective methods of dispute resolution.
Our team supported legal and policy work relating to the development of judicial-reform measures, with attention to the institutional arrangements and legal safeguards necessary for an independent, professional and efficient judiciary. This work was informed by relevant Council of Europe standards, recommendations and comparative European practice.
Sigma also contributed to work supporting the development of arbitration and mediation in Armenia. The assignment addressed the legal and institutional conditions needed for the more effective practical application of alternative dispute-resolution mechanisms, including alignment with European standards and good practice.
Through this work, Sigma supported reforms designed to strengthen trust in the justice system, improve the efficiency of proceedings and expand access to fair and effective methods of dispute resolution.
July 2021 – December 2022
Execution of Article 6 ECHR Judgments
Sigma Law Group contributed to work aimed at strengthening Armenia’s national framework for the effective execution of judgments of the European Court of Human Rights concerning Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
The assignment addressed legal and institutional issues connected with judicial independence, impartiality and efficiency, as well as measures aimed at reducing the length of court proceedings. Sigma supported analysis and reform work intended to improve the national mechanisms through which Armenia implements its obligations arising from judgments of the European Court of Human Rights.
A key component concerned the practical interaction between Armenia’s Court of Cassation and the European Court of Human Rights. This included the implementation of Protocol No. 16, under which highest national courts may request advisory opinions from the European Court on questions of principle concerning the interpretation or application of Convention rights.
The work also addressed the legal framework for reopening domestic proceedings following a judgment of the European Court of Human Rights, where this is necessary to provide effective redress. Through this assignment, Sigma contributed to strengthening the capacity of Armenian institutions to implement European human-rights standards within the national justice system.
The assignment addressed legal and institutional issues connected with judicial independence, impartiality and efficiency, as well as measures aimed at reducing the length of court proceedings. Sigma supported analysis and reform work intended to improve the national mechanisms through which Armenia implements its obligations arising from judgments of the European Court of Human Rights.
A key component concerned the practical interaction between Armenia’s Court of Cassation and the European Court of Human Rights. This included the implementation of Protocol No. 16, under which highest national courts may request advisory opinions from the European Court on questions of principle concerning the interpretation or application of Convention rights.
The work also addressed the legal framework for reopening domestic proceedings following a judgment of the European Court of Human Rights, where this is necessary to provide effective redress. Through this assignment, Sigma contributed to strengthening the capacity of Armenian institutions to implement European human-rights standards within the national justice system.
2022
Consolidation of the Justice System in Armenia
Sigma Law Group supported an EU-funded programme aimed at consolidating Armenia’s justice-sector reform agenda. Implemented by the German Foundation for International Legal Cooperation (IRZ), the project sought to strengthen the independence, efficiency, integrity, accountability and transparency of the justice system in line with the EU–Armenia CEPA priorities and relevant European good practice.
Our team reviewed institutional documents and internal bylaws, providing recommendations aimed at strengthening the legal and organisational framework of justice-sector institutions. The work focused on ensuring that governance arrangements and internal procedures supported transparent, accountable and effective decision-making.
Sigma also contributed to work concerning arbitration, including recommendations on arbitration rules and cooperation with international arbitration centres. This element of the assignment supported Armenia’s wider efforts to develop effective alternative dispute-resolution mechanisms and a more predictable environment for businesses and investors.
The assignment included stakeholder consultations, enabling the reform work to reflect the perspectives of public institutions, justice-sector professionals and other relevant participants. Through this work, Sigma contributed to an EU-aligned, practical approach to strengthening Armenia’s justice system.
Our team reviewed institutional documents and internal bylaws, providing recommendations aimed at strengthening the legal and organisational framework of justice-sector institutions. The work focused on ensuring that governance arrangements and internal procedures supported transparent, accountable and effective decision-making.
Sigma also contributed to work concerning arbitration, including recommendations on arbitration rules and cooperation with international arbitration centres. This element of the assignment supported Armenia’s wider efforts to develop effective alternative dispute-resolution mechanisms and a more predictable environment for businesses and investors.
The assignment included stakeholder consultations, enabling the reform work to reflect the perspectives of public institutions, justice-sector professionals and other relevant participants. Through this work, Sigma contributed to an EU-aligned, practical approach to strengthening Armenia’s justice system.
November 2021 – February 2022
Armenian Integrity Project
Sigma Law Group supported the Armenian Integrity Project through a focused review of Armenia’s legal and institutional framework for integrity in public service and accountability of public officials.
Our team reviewed legislation governing public service, the mandate and functions of the Corruption Prevention Commission, and disciplinary proceedings applicable to public servants. The work identified legislative gaps, inconsistencies and areas where existing accountability mechanisms could be clarified or strengthened.
Sigma also participated in professional consultations on the proposed Model Code of Conduct for public servants and provided legal opinions on the draft framework. The advice focused on developing clear and workable ethical standards that could support consistent decision-making, institutional integrity and public confidence.
The assignment combined legal analysis with practical reform recommendations, contributing to wider discussions on strengthening Armenia’s integrity framework and anti-corruption institutions.
Our team reviewed legislation governing public service, the mandate and functions of the Corruption Prevention Commission, and disciplinary proceedings applicable to public servants. The work identified legislative gaps, inconsistencies and areas where existing accountability mechanisms could be clarified or strengthened.
Sigma also participated in professional consultations on the proposed Model Code of Conduct for public servants and provided legal opinions on the draft framework. The advice focused on developing clear and workable ethical standards that could support consistent decision-making, institutional integrity and public confidence.
The assignment combined legal analysis with practical reform recommendations, contributing to wider discussions on strengthening Armenia’s integrity framework and anti-corruption institutions.
2021–2022
Armenia Cooperation Roadmap
Sigma Law Group contributed to the development of UNODC’s Cooperation Roadmap with the Republic of Armenia for 2022–2025, designed to support coordinated engagement on priority rule-of-law, justice, anti-corruption and crime-prevention issues.
The assignment included a review of existing national documentation, available data and relevant reform initiatives, together with consultations with Armenian public institutions and other national counterparts. This work helped identify areas in which UNODC expertise and programming could most effectively support national priorities.
Sigma assisted in preparing the country cooperation roadmap, taking account of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, UNODC’s global priorities and Armenia’s institutional and legal reform needs. The work also involved mapping potential development partners and donors, identifying opportunities for cooperation and preparing concept notes for possible future initiatives.
Through this assignment, Sigma supported the creation of a structured framework for dialogue, coordination and future technical assistance between UNODC, Armenian institutions and development partners.
The assignment included a review of existing national documentation, available data and relevant reform initiatives, together with consultations with Armenian public institutions and other national counterparts. This work helped identify areas in which UNODC expertise and programming could most effectively support national priorities.
Sigma assisted in preparing the country cooperation roadmap, taking account of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, UNODC’s global priorities and Armenia’s institutional and legal reform needs. The work also involved mapping potential development partners and donors, identifying opportunities for cooperation and preparing concept notes for possible future initiatives.
Through this assignment, Sigma supported the creation of a structured framework for dialogue, coordination and future technical assistance between UNODC, Armenian institutions and development partners.
31 December 2021 – 29 March 2022
Electoral Support Project: Electoral Technology and Cybersecurity
Sigma Law Group supported UNDP’s Electoral Support Project in Armenia on the legal and strategic aspects of electoral technology and cybersecurity.
The assignment included a review of Central Electoral Commission documentation and the existing information-technology strategy, together with analysis of Armenia’s legal framework and public-policy approaches to cybersecurity within state institutions. Sigma assessed how the legal and institutional environment could support the secure development and operation of electoral technologies.
Our team also reviewed alternative cybersecurity approaches from a legal perspective, identifying considerations relating to institutional responsibilities, data protection, system security and the resilience of electoral infrastructure. The work combined legal analysis with practical assessment of technology-related risks relevant to election administration.
Sigma contributed to the preparation of a roadmap, strategy and action plan to guide the further development of electoral technology and cybersecurity in Armenia. The assignment supported evidence-based planning for secure, transparent and technology-enabled electoral processes.
The assignment included a review of Central Electoral Commission documentation and the existing information-technology strategy, together with analysis of Armenia’s legal framework and public-policy approaches to cybersecurity within state institutions. Sigma assessed how the legal and institutional environment could support the secure development and operation of electoral technologies.
Our team also reviewed alternative cybersecurity approaches from a legal perspective, identifying considerations relating to institutional responsibilities, data protection, system security and the resilience of electoral infrastructure. The work combined legal analysis with practical assessment of technology-related risks relevant to election administration.
Sigma contributed to the preparation of a roadmap, strategy and action plan to guide the further development of electoral technology and cybersecurity in Armenia. The assignment supported evidence-based planning for secure, transparent and technology-enabled electoral processes.
7 February – 29 April 2021
Feasibility Study on Innovative Electoral Technologies
Sigma Law Group conducted a feasibility study on the potential use of innovative technologies in Armenia’s electoral process, supporting informed and legally sound planning for future electoral modernisation.
The assignment involved a detailed assessment of Armenia’s electoral legal framework against relevant international obligations, comparative practice and recognised standards for democratic elections. The analysis considered how technology could support transparency, accessibility, efficiency and public confidence while preserving fundamental electoral safeguards.
Sigma reviewed legal and institutional issues arising from the possible introduction or expansion of electoral technologies, including the allocation of responsibilities, protection of voter rights, reliability of systems and the need for clear legal rules governing implementation and oversight.
Based on this work, the firm prepared legal analysis and recommendations that were incorporated into a broader roadmap, strategy and action plan for the development of electoral technology in Armenia. The study provided a structured foundation for future policy decisions and technical planning.
The assignment involved a detailed assessment of Armenia’s electoral legal framework against relevant international obligations, comparative practice and recognised standards for democratic elections. The analysis considered how technology could support transparency, accessibility, efficiency and public confidence while preserving fundamental electoral safeguards.
Sigma reviewed legal and institutional issues arising from the possible introduction or expansion of electoral technologies, including the allocation of responsibilities, protection of voter rights, reliability of systems and the need for clear legal rules governing implementation and oversight.
Based on this work, the firm prepared legal analysis and recommendations that were incorporated into a broader roadmap, strategy and action plan for the development of electoral technology in Armenia. The study provided a structured foundation for future policy decisions and technical planning.
August 2025 – ongoing
London-Seated LCIA Arbitration – Mining and Commodities
Sigma Law Group acts as lead counsel to an Armenian mining-sector company in a multi-million-dollar commercial arbitration seated in London and administered by the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA).
The dispute arises from an international gold-concentrate supply contract and involves complex questions of contractual performance, rejection of supplied material, testing and assay results, payment obligations, damages, interest and costs. The matter requires the coordinated analysis of technical evidence and contractual issues within an international arbitral process.
Sigma advised the client from the pre-arbitration stage, including on its legal and commercial position, correspondence with foreign counsel and issues relating to umpire testing. Following the commencement of proceedings, the firm developed the arbitration strategy, analysed the Request for Arbitration and associated procedural risks, and prepared the client’s defence.
The mandate reflects Sigma’s capability to act as lead counsel in sophisticated cross-border disputes involving international supply arrangements, commodities-sector issues and high-value commercial claims. The arbitration remains ongoing and is subject to the confidentiality applicable to LCIA proceedings.
The dispute arises from an international gold-concentrate supply contract and involves complex questions of contractual performance, rejection of supplied material, testing and assay results, payment obligations, damages, interest and costs. The matter requires the coordinated analysis of technical evidence and contractual issues within an international arbitral process.
Sigma advised the client from the pre-arbitration stage, including on its legal and commercial position, correspondence with foreign counsel and issues relating to umpire testing. Following the commencement of proceedings, the firm developed the arbitration strategy, analysed the Request for Arbitration and associated procedural risks, and prepared the client’s defence.
The mandate reflects Sigma’s capability to act as lead counsel in sophisticated cross-border disputes involving international supply arrangements, commodities-sector issues and high-value commercial claims. The arbitration remains ongoing and is subject to the confidentiality applicable to LCIA proceedings.
March 2026 – ongoing
SIAC-Related Cross-Border Financing and Security Enforcement
Sigma Law Group advises an international financial institution on Armenian-law issues arising from a major cross-border financing dispute and the related recovery strategy.
The mandate includes advice in connection with contemplated SIAC arbitration, including limitation periods, debt acknowledgements, procedural requirements for claims against Armenian parties, interim measures, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Armenia.
Sigma also advises on enforcement of security over real and movable property. This work covers out-of-court foreclosure options, the priority of security interests, registry procedures and the preparation of enforcement-related documentation.
The mandate includes advice in connection with contemplated SIAC arbitration, including limitation periods, debt acknowledgements, procedural requirements for claims against Armenian parties, interim measures, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Armenia.
Sigma also advises on enforcement of security over real and movable property. This work covers out-of-court foreclosure options, the priority of security interests, registry procedures and the preparation of enforcement-related documentation.
The firm works closely with leading international counsel and the client’s in-house legal team to align the Armenian enforcement strategy with the wider arbitration and recovery process. The matter demonstrates Sigma’s ability to combine international dispute support with practical Armenian-law advice on financing, security and asset recovery.
March – May 2026
ICSID-Related Armenian Law Advice — Investment Arbitration
Sigma Law Group acted as Armenian counsel to a leading international law firm in connection with a high-value investment arbitration administered under the ICSID framework.
The firm provided detailed Armenian-law analysis on insolvency and corporate-law issues relevant to the underlying dispute. This included the legal requirements for initiating bankruptcy proceedings, the concept of an undisputed payment obligation, the implications of parallel civil litigation, interim restrictions and relevant cassation practice.
Sigma also advised on corporate-law questions, including shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, treasury shares and related issues arising under Armenian law. The analysis was prepared to assist international counsel in assessing Armenian-law aspects of the investment-arbitration strategy.
The Armenian-law mandate was completed on 3 May 2026. The underlying investment arbitration remains ongoing and confidential. This engagement demonstrates Sigma’s ability to provide specialised local-law support in complex investor-state and cross-border disputes.
The firm provided detailed Armenian-law analysis on insolvency and corporate-law issues relevant to the underlying dispute. This included the legal requirements for initiating bankruptcy proceedings, the concept of an undisputed payment obligation, the implications of parallel civil litigation, interim restrictions and relevant cassation practice.
Sigma also advised on corporate-law questions, including shareholders’ pre-emptive rights, treasury shares and related issues arising under Armenian law. The analysis was prepared to assist international counsel in assessing Armenian-law aspects of the investment-arbitration strategy.
The Armenian-law mandate was completed on 3 May 2026. The underlying investment arbitration remains ongoing and confidential. This engagement demonstrates Sigma’s ability to provide specialised local-law support in complex investor-state and cross-border disputes.
October 2025 – May 2026
Cross-Border Trademark Litigation — Armenia / Russia
Sigma Law Group successfully defended an Armenian company in a cross-border trademark dispute before a Russian commercial court.
The case concerned alleged trademark infringement arising from the sale of branded goods through an online platform. It required a coordinated assessment of the relevant commercial arrangements, the circulation of goods within the Eurasian Economic Union and the applicable Russian and EAEU intellectual-property framework.
Sigma developed the defence strategy, analysed the relevant legal regime and successfully relied on the EAEU regional principle of exhaustion of trademark rights. The firm prepared the necessary legal submissions and supported the client throughout the proceedings.
The infringement claim was dismissed in full. Sigma subsequently secured recovery of the client’s legal costs. Favourable decisions were obtained on 16 January and 22 May 2026.
The case concerned alleged trademark infringement arising from the sale of branded goods through an online platform. It required a coordinated assessment of the relevant commercial arrangements, the circulation of goods within the Eurasian Economic Union and the applicable Russian and EAEU intellectual-property framework.
Sigma developed the defence strategy, analysed the relevant legal regime and successfully relied on the EAEU regional principle of exhaustion of trademark rights. The firm prepared the necessary legal submissions and supported the client throughout the proceedings.
The infringement claim was dismissed in full. Sigma subsequently secured recovery of the client’s legal costs. Favourable decisions were obtained on 16 January and 22 May 2026.
February 2026 – ongoing
International Carriage and CMR Convention Dispute
Sigma Law Group represents an Armenian company in a commercial dispute arising from an international cargo shipment and an insurer’s subrogation claim with a value of approximately USD 383,500.
The matter concerns the allocation of responsibility for alleged loss or damage in international road carriage. It requires detailed analysis of carrier liability under the Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road (CMR), insurance subrogation and the interaction between Armenian civil law and international transport law.
Sigma has assessed the contractual and transport documentation, developed the client’s legal position and addressed the factual and legal issues relevant to the insurer’s claim. The work involves the application of a specialised international liability regime to a complex commercial dispute.
The firm is challenging the first-instance judgment and represents the client in appellate proceedings. The matter remains ongoing.
The matter concerns the allocation of responsibility for alleged loss or damage in international road carriage. It requires detailed analysis of carrier liability under the Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road (CMR), insurance subrogation and the interaction between Armenian civil law and international transport law.
Sigma has assessed the contractual and transport documentation, developed the client’s legal position and addressed the factual and legal issues relevant to the insurer’s claim. The work involves the application of a specialised international liability regime to a complex commercial dispute.
The firm is challenging the first-instance judgment and represents the client in appellate proceedings. The matter remains ongoing.
October 2025 – ongoing
Cross-Border Damages Litigation Involving an International Electronics Group
Sigma Law Group represents a former senior executive of the Armenian representative office of an international electronics group in a damages dispute concerning losses allegedly caused by court-ordered interim measures.
The matter raises a novel question under Armenian civil procedure: the circumstances in which interim measures may give rise to civil liability and a claim for damages. It involves the assessment of procedural safeguards alongside the substantive requirements for liability.
Sigma developed the defence around the absence of the essential elements required for a damages claim, including unlawful or actionable conduct, actual loss, causation and the proper substantiation of quantum. The firm has prepared the litigation strategy and represents the client in the ongoing proceedings.
A favourable first-instance judgment was obtained in July 2026. The case remains ongoing.
The matter raises a novel question under Armenian civil procedure: the circumstances in which interim measures may give rise to civil liability and a claim for damages. It involves the assessment of procedural safeguards alongside the substantive requirements for liability.
Sigma developed the defence around the absence of the essential elements required for a damages claim, including unlawful or actionable conduct, actual loss, causation and the proper substantiation of quantum. The firm has prepared the litigation strategy and represents the client in the ongoing proceedings.
A favourable first-instance judgment was obtained in July 2026. The case remains ongoing.
May 2023 – 15 December 2025
Public Procurement Blacklisting — Cassation Court Precedent
Sigma Law Group represented an Armenian company in a precedent-setting public procurement dispute concerning its inclusion on the list of participants prohibited from taking part in procurement procedures.
The case, No. ԵԴ2/11823/02/23, examined the legal basis, procedural safeguards and proportionality of exclusion and blacklisting measures under Armenian procurement law. Such measures may have significant consequences for a company’s ability to participate in public tenders and continue commercial activity with public-sector counterparties.
Sigma represented the client before the first-instance and appellate courts and continued the matter before the Court of Cassation. The firm developed the legal strategy, challenged the basis for the sanction and advanced arguments concerning the limits of administrative discretion in procurement exclusion procedures.
The Court of Cassation ultimately issued a favourable judgment overturning the disproportionate sanction. The decision is significant for the uniform application of Armenian procurement law and for clarification of the safeguards applicable to blacklisting decisions.
The case, No. ԵԴ2/11823/02/23, examined the legal basis, procedural safeguards and proportionality of exclusion and blacklisting measures under Armenian procurement law. Such measures may have significant consequences for a company’s ability to participate in public tenders and continue commercial activity with public-sector counterparties.
Sigma represented the client before the first-instance and appellate courts and continued the matter before the Court of Cassation. The firm developed the legal strategy, challenged the basis for the sanction and advanced arguments concerning the limits of administrative discretion in procurement exclusion procedures.
The Court of Cassation ultimately issued a favourable judgment overturning the disproportionate sanction. The decision is significant for the uniform application of Armenian procurement law and for clarification of the safeguards applicable to blacklisting decisions.
July 2026 – ongoing
Securities Settlement and Custody Litigation
Sigma Law Group represents an Armenian investment company in appellate proceedings arising from a complex securities settlement and custody dispute with a value of approximately USD 1.24 million.
The matter concerns delivery-versus-payment (DVP) and partial-settlement procedures, as well as the legal effect of securities credited to a proprietary account. It raises questions concerning the interaction of statutory requirements, regulatory rules and contractual arrangements governing securities settlement and custody.
Sigma has analysed the obligations of the Central Depository of Armenia and other participants in the settlement process, including the legal implications of account entries, settlement procedures and custody arrangements. The dispute requires specialised knowledge of Armenian capital-markets regulation and the practical operation of securities infrastructure.
The firm developed the appellate strategy, prepared the appeal and related submissions, and represents the client before the Court of Appeal. The matter remains ongoing.
The matter concerns delivery-versus-payment (DVP) and partial-settlement procedures, as well as the legal effect of securities credited to a proprietary account. It raises questions concerning the interaction of statutory requirements, regulatory rules and contractual arrangements governing securities settlement and custody.
Sigma has analysed the obligations of the Central Depository of Armenia and other participants in the settlement process, including the legal implications of account entries, settlement procedures and custody arrangements. The dispute requires specialised knowledge of Armenian capital-markets regulation and the practical operation of securities infrastructure.
The firm developed the appellate strategy, prepared the appeal and related submissions, and represents the client before the Court of Appeal. The matter remains ongoing.
August 2025 – ongoing
High-Value Real Estate Investment Dispute
Sigma Law Group represents an Armenian investment group in litigation concerning the acquisition of strategically important real estate assets, with a value of approximately USD 20 million.
The dispute requires detailed analysis of the underlying transaction, ownership structure and title documentation, together with the contractual and property-law issues arising from the acquisition. The matter involves significant commercial interests and the protection of the client’s investment in high-value real estate.
Sigma developed the litigation strategy, analysed the relevant transaction, ownership and title materials, prepared court submissions and represented the client before the Armenian courts.
The firm secured a favourable first-instance judgment on 18 March 2026. The proceedings remain ongoing.
The dispute requires detailed analysis of the underlying transaction, ownership structure and title documentation, together with the contractual and property-law issues arising from the acquisition. The matter involves significant commercial interests and the protection of the client’s investment in high-value real estate.
Sigma developed the litigation strategy, analysed the relevant transaction, ownership and title materials, prepared court submissions and represented the client before the Armenian courts.
The firm secured a favourable first-instance judgment on 18 March 2026. The proceedings remain ongoing.
December 2025 – ongoing
Strategic Business Acquisition Dispute
Sigma Law Group represents an Armenian company in a commercial dispute arising from a strategic business-expansion transaction involving the acquisition of commercial assets and related services, with a value of approximately USD 821,000.
The court case concerns the legal consequences of the acquisition arrangements and requires close analysis of the underlying contractual documentation, the parties’ obligations and the commercial structure of the transaction.
Sigma is responsible for the litigation strategy, legal analysis of the transaction documents, preparation of court submissions and representation of the client before the Armenian courts. The firm’s approach combines detailed contractual analysis with a practical focus on protecting the client’s commercial interests.
Sigma has already obtained favourable results in interim and procedural applications. The principal proceedings remain ongoing.
The court case concerns the legal consequences of the acquisition arrangements and requires close analysis of the underlying contractual documentation, the parties’ obligations and the commercial structure of the transaction.
Sigma is responsible for the litigation strategy, legal analysis of the transaction documents, preparation of court submissions and representation of the client before the Armenian courts. The firm’s approach combines detailed contractual analysis with a practical focus on protecting the client’s commercial interests.
Sigma has already obtained favourable results in interim and procedural applications. The principal proceedings remain ongoing.
April 2025 – ongoing
Administrative and Construction Permit Litigation
Sigma Law Group successfully defended the validity of a building permit challenged by a third party in administrative proceedings.
The matter required detailed analysis of the applicable administrative, construction and urban-planning framework, as well as the documentation supporting the issuance of the permit. The challenge had the potential to disrupt the client’s ability to continue the underlying construction project.
Sigma developed the litigation strategy, reviewed the relevant legal and factual materials, prepared the necessary submissions and evidence, and represented the client before the court.
The court rejected the challenge and confirmed the legality of the building permit, protecting the client’s ability to proceed with the project. The matter remains ongoing.
The matter required detailed analysis of the applicable administrative, construction and urban-planning framework, as well as the documentation supporting the issuance of the permit. The challenge had the potential to disrupt the client’s ability to continue the underlying construction project.
Sigma developed the litigation strategy, reviewed the relevant legal and factual materials, prepared the necessary submissions and evidence, and represented the client before the court.
The court rejected the challenge and confirmed the legality of the building permit, protecting the client’s ability to proceed with the project. The matter remains ongoing.
August 2024 – ongoing
Large-Scale Municipal Transport Litigation Portfolio
Sigma Law Group provides comprehensive legal services to Yerevani Avtobus CJSC, the operator of regular intra-community bus transportation in Yerevan.
Alongside ongoing corporate and commercial support, the firm manages a substantial litigation portfolio for the company. Sigma has handled nearly 50 court proceedings involving operational, commercial, labour, procurement and other business-related matters, securing numerous favourable results.
The mandate forms part of a broader long-term legal relationship. Sigma advises the client on corporate governance, high-value public procurement, complex labour and employment matters, and negotiations with international transport-equipment manufacturers concerning fleet modernisation, supply and long-term maintenance arrangements.
Representative first-instance outcomes include Case No. ԳԴ/0710/02/25, involving approximately AMD 95 million, and Case No. ՎԴ/7382/05/25, involving approximately AMD 34 million. Both matters were resolved in the client’s favour at first instance.
Through integrated litigation management and day-to-day legal support, Sigma helps safeguard the client’s capital investments, reduce operational risk and support the stable operation of an important municipal transport provider.
Alongside ongoing corporate and commercial support, the firm manages a substantial litigation portfolio for the company. Sigma has handled nearly 50 court proceedings involving operational, commercial, labour, procurement and other business-related matters, securing numerous favourable results.
The mandate forms part of a broader long-term legal relationship. Sigma advises the client on corporate governance, high-value public procurement, complex labour and employment matters, and negotiations with international transport-equipment manufacturers concerning fleet modernisation, supply and long-term maintenance arrangements.
Representative first-instance outcomes include Case No. ԳԴ/0710/02/25, involving approximately AMD 95 million, and Case No. ՎԴ/7382/05/25, involving approximately AMD 34 million. Both matters were resolved in the client’s favour at first instance.
Through integrated litigation management and day-to-day legal support, Sigma helps safeguard the client’s capital investments, reduce operational risk and support the stable operation of an important municipal transport provider.
March 2025 – ongoing
Insolvency and Administrative Proceedings for a Municipal Transport Company
Sigma Law Group represents a municipal transport company in insolvency and administrative proceedings, alongside its broader corporate and commercial advisory mandate.
The engagement combines procedural representation with practical legal support for an operationally significant transport business. It requires careful coordination between insolvency-related issues, administrative matters and the company’s ongoing corporate and commercial needs.
Sigma is responsible for developing procedural strategy, preparing legal positions and court submissions, and representing the client before Armenian courts and administrative authorities. The firm also provides continuing advice designed to support the client’s day-to-day operations while the proceedings continue.
This integrated approach reflects Sigma’s ability to manage complex disputes and regulatory matters as part of a long-term legal relationship with a strategically important infrastructure operator.
The engagement combines procedural representation with practical legal support for an operationally significant transport business. It requires careful coordination between insolvency-related issues, administrative matters and the company’s ongoing corporate and commercial needs.
Sigma is responsible for developing procedural strategy, preparing legal positions and court submissions, and representing the client before Armenian courts and administrative authorities. The firm also provides continuing advice designed to support the client’s day-to-day operations while the proceedings continue.
This integrated approach reflects Sigma’s ability to manage complex disputes and regulatory matters as part of a long-term legal relationship with a strategically important infrastructure operator.
2025–2026
Challenge to a Major Public-Private Partnership Tender
Sigma Law Group acted as litigation counsel to an Armenian public authority in proceedings challenging the results of a major public-private partnership tender.
The challenge was brought by an unsuccessful tender participant and concerned the legality of the competitive selection process. The matter required careful analysis of the tender documentation, applicable PPP and procurement rules, and the public authority’s decision-making process.
Sigma developed and defended the authority’s legal position before the competent court, preparing the necessary submissions and supporting the protection of the competitive procedure. The firm successfully preserved the outcome of the private-partner selection process.
The proceedings in Case No. ԵԴ2/3962/02/25 were conducted in closed session. Accordingly, the client, project and case details are not publicly reflected in this profile.
The challenge was brought by an unsuccessful tender participant and concerned the legality of the competitive selection process. The matter required careful analysis of the tender documentation, applicable PPP and procurement rules, and the public authority’s decision-making process.
Sigma developed and defended the authority’s legal position before the competent court, preparing the necessary submissions and supporting the protection of the competitive procedure. The firm successfully preserved the outcome of the private-partner selection process.
The proceedings in Case No. ԵԴ2/3962/02/25 were conducted in closed session. Accordingly, the client, project and case details are not publicly reflected in this profile.
Ongoing
Major Urban Real Estate & Construction Developments
Sigma Law Group provides ongoing legal support in connection with major urban real estate and construction developments with an aggregate estimated project value of approximately USD 625 million.
The firm advises throughout the project lifecycle, from legal structuring and land and property matters to construction and development regulation, permitting, completion documentation and commercial arrangements. The work requires close coordination between the legal requirements of project development and the commercial objectives of investors and developers.
Sigma supports clients on commercial contracts, risk management and interactions with state and municipal authorities. The mandate also includes analysis of regulatory requirements, transaction documentation and practical legal issues that arise during implementation of complex development projects.
This work reflects an integrated approach combining corporate, commercial, real estate, construction and administrative-law expertise.
The firm advises throughout the project lifecycle, from legal structuring and land and property matters to construction and development regulation, permitting, completion documentation and commercial arrangements. The work requires close coordination between the legal requirements of project development and the commercial objectives of investors and developers.
Sigma supports clients on commercial contracts, risk management and interactions with state and municipal authorities. The mandate also includes analysis of regulatory requirements, transaction documentation and practical legal issues that arise during implementation of complex development projects.
This work reflects an integrated approach combining corporate, commercial, real estate, construction and administrative-law expertise.
Ongoing
Deep-Tech Company Support & Space-Activity Licensing
Sigma Law Group provides comprehensive day-to-day legal support to an Armenian deep-tech company operating in geospatial intelligence, satellite-data processing and related technology fields.
The firm advises on corporate governance and transactions, including share transfers, charter amendments, board decisions, tax-benefit requirements and the drafting and negotiation of complex contractor agreements. This support combines strategic corporate advice with practical assistance for the company’s continuing operations and growth.
Sigma also supported the client in navigating Armenia’s developing space-activity regulatory framework. The work included preparation of the licensing package, regulatory analysis, compliance advice and engagement with the competent authorities.
The mandate resulted in the issuance of Armenia’s first Space Activity Licence, demonstrating Sigma’s capability in emerging technology regulation and specialised licensing matters.
The firm advises on corporate governance and transactions, including share transfers, charter amendments, board decisions, tax-benefit requirements and the drafting and negotiation of complex contractor agreements. This support combines strategic corporate advice with practical assistance for the company’s continuing operations and growth.
Sigma also supported the client in navigating Armenia’s developing space-activity regulatory framework. The work included preparation of the licensing package, regulatory analysis, compliance advice and engagement with the competent authorities.
The mandate resulted in the issuance of Armenia’s first Space Activity Licence, demonstrating Sigma’s capability in emerging technology regulation and specialised licensing matters.
Ongoing
Transport Operator: Fleet Modernisation & Operational Support
Sigma Law Group acts as long-term legal counsel to a major transport operator, advising across key aspects of its business operations.
The firm provides legal representation in domestic court proceedings and advises on complex labour and employment matters arising in a large operational business. Sigma also drafts, reviews and negotiates commercial contracts supporting the operator’s day-to-day activities.
A significant part of the mandate concerns fleet modernisation. Sigma supports negotiations with leading international transport-equipment manufacturers on equipment supply, fleet-renewal arrangements and long-term maintenance contracts.
The engagement combines operational corporate advice with transactional, procurement and regulatory support for a strategically important infrastructure operator. This integrated approach helps the client manage legal risk while advancing essential transport and modernisation projects.
The firm provides legal representation in domestic court proceedings and advises on complex labour and employment matters arising in a large operational business. Sigma also drafts, reviews and negotiates commercial contracts supporting the operator’s day-to-day activities.
A significant part of the mandate concerns fleet modernisation. Sigma supports negotiations with leading international transport-equipment manufacturers on equipment supply, fleet-renewal arrangements and long-term maintenance contracts.
The engagement combines operational corporate advice with transactional, procurement and regulatory support for a strategically important infrastructure operator. This integrated approach helps the client manage legal risk while advancing essential transport and modernisation projects.
Ongoing
Ongoing Corporate, Commercial & Regulatory Counsel
Sigma Law Group provides comprehensive ongoing legal support to an Armenian company across corporate, commercial, insolvency and administrative matters.
The firm drafts and reviews commercial contracts and other documentation required for the client’s day-to-day operations. Sigma also prepares legal opinions and provides practical, business-focused advice on operational questions as they arise.
The mandate includes support on insolvency-related and regulatory issues, helping the client assess legal risk, respond to compliance requirements and make informed decisions in a changing commercial environment.
By combining ongoing corporate counsel with responsive commercial and regulatory advice, Sigma acts as an integrated legal partner to the client’s management team.
The firm drafts and reviews commercial contracts and other documentation required for the client’s day-to-day operations. Sigma also prepares legal opinions and provides practical, business-focused advice on operational questions as they arise.
The mandate includes support on insolvency-related and regulatory issues, helping the client assess legal risk, respond to compliance requirements and make informed decisions in a changing commercial environment.
By combining ongoing corporate counsel with responsive commercial and regulatory advice, Sigma acts as an integrated legal partner to the client’s management team.
Ongoing
Urban Technology & Digital Mobility Projects
Sigma Law Group provides ongoing corporate, commercial and regulatory advice to a company responsible for major urban-technology and digital-management initiatives.
The firm supports projects involving digital public-transport ticketing and real-time transit-information systems. Its work includes drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on implementation arrangements and assisting with the legal framework required for technology-enabled mobility services.
Sigma also prepares amendments to transport-related regulation and advises on employment, corporate governance and day-to-day commercial matters. The mandate requires coordination of contractual, regulatory and operational issues across multiple stakeholders.
The firm further advises on cooperation and contractual arrangements involving state and municipal bodies, helping ensure that project implementation is supported by clear, workable legal structures.
The firm supports projects involving digital public-transport ticketing and real-time transit-information systems. Its work includes drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on implementation arrangements and assisting with the legal framework required for technology-enabled mobility services.
Sigma also prepares amendments to transport-related regulation and advises on employment, corporate governance and day-to-day commercial matters. The mandate requires coordination of contractual, regulatory and operational issues across multiple stakeholders.
The firm further advises on cooperation and contractual arrangements involving state and municipal bodies, helping ensure that project implementation is supported by clear, workable legal structures.