Trusted Legal & Advisory Support

Harir Legal & Advisory Group
Legal Excellence in Public Finance, Regulatory Drafting & Institutional Reform

About Us

Trusted Legal & Advisory Excellence

Harir Legal & Advisory Group provides high-level legal and institutional advisory services with a focus on public finance law, legislative drafting, regulatory compliance, governance, and institutional reform in Somaliland.

Legislative & Regulatory Drafting

We draft laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, and institutional instruments with clarity, precision, and alignment to national and international standards.

Public Finance & Institutional Reform

We support ministries, agencies, and organizations through public finance advisory, governance strengthening, compliance systems, and practical institutional reform solutions.

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Selected Engagements & Institutional Contributions

A selection of key legal, policy, and institutional advisory engagements delivered for public institutions and strategic clients

Ministry of Finance – Legal & Regulatory Advisory

Provided legal advisory on public finance systems, regulatory development, and institutional reform initiatives.

Berbera Oil Terminal – Legal Framework & HR Systems

Designed HR manuals, disciplinary frameworks, operational procedures, and compliance structures aligned with national law

National Health Act – Legislative Drafting

Led drafting and structuring of health legislation, including regulatory frameworks for public health governance.

Investment & Tax Regulation Reform

Reviewed and drafted regulations on tax exemptions, investment incentives, and compliance frameworks.

Public Financial Management & Treasury Advisory

Supporting governments in strengthening fiscal systems, treasury operations, revenue management, and financial governance frameworks.

  • Investment Tax Incentives in Somaliland: Eligibility, Approvals and Compliance

    Investment incentives can affect a project’s costs and cash flow, but an investor needs to establish which benefit applies, when it begins and what conditions must be maintained. A company registration or a general promotional brochure is not enough to answer those questions. This guide draws on Investment Law No. 99/2025, as published in the…

  • Public Procurement and Contract Management in Somaliland

    Public procurement connects public money with goods, works and services. A well-managed process must address both how a supplier is selected and how the resulting contract is delivered. Clear specifications, authorised decisions and reliable records matter throughout that process. This guide introduces key provisions in Somaliland’s National Procurement Law, No. 82/2018, and practical steps for…

  • Employment Contracts and HR Policies for Somaliland Businesses

    A clear employment contract helps a business explain what it expects and helps an employee understand the terms of the job. Effective HR policies turn those terms into consistent practices for recruitment, payroll, leave, workplace safety and resolving problems. For Somaliland businesses, these documents should reflect the applicable law as well as the organisation’s operations.…

  • How to Establish a Company in Somaliland

    Starting a company in Somaliland involves more than choosing a name and obtaining a certificate. Founders need to choose an appropriate structure, document ownership and management, complete the applicable registration process and confirm the permissions needed to operate. This guide explains the questions to resolve before you apply and the records to maintain afterwards. Exact…

  • Legal Framework for Investment in Somaliland

    Investing in Somaliland starts with understanding the approvals, contracts and ongoing obligations relevant to your project. Before committing capital, buying equipment or signing a lease, establish which rules apply to your investor profile, business activity and proposed location. This guide offers a practical sequence for that review. It does not promise an investment approval or…

Our Core Services

We provide specialized legal and institutional advisory services to public institutions, regulatory bodies, and private sector clients, focusing on law reform, governance, and compliance.

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Legislative & Regulatory Drafting

Drafting laws, regulations, policies, and legal instruments aligned with national frameworks and international best practices.

Public Finance Law & Tax Advisory

Advisory on revenue laws, tax systems, fiscal regulations, and public financial management frameworks.

Institutional Reform & Governance

Designing and strengthening institutional structures, governance systems, and administrative frameworks.

Compliance & Legal Risk Management

Developing compliance systems, internal controls, and risk management frameworks for public and private entities

Policy Development & Legal Advisory

Providing legal opinions, policy drafting, and strategic advisory to ministries and organizations.

Capacity Building & Professional Training

Delivering training programs in legal drafting, governance, communication, and institutional development.

Public Procurement & Contract Management

Advisory on public procurement laws, contract drafting, tender processes, and compliance with government procurement frameworks.

Dispute Resolution & Administrative Law

Handling regulatory disputes, administrative law matters, legal reviews, and advisory on government decisions and appeals.