Maryam Naghavi, founding partner of SIP Law, is a trusted advisor to investors, companies, and entrepreneurs navigating complex corporate and M&A matters. With over 15 years of experience, she has counseled private equity and venture capital firms, fund managers, and public and private companies across industries, guiding them through high-stakes transactions and critical business decisions.

Clients know Maryam as a commercial, solutions-driven lawyer who combines deep legal knowledge with a clear understanding of business realities. She is recognized for her ability to turn challenges into opportunities — often described as someone who turns “no” into “now.” 

Beyond her legal practice, Maryam serves on several for-profit and nonprofit boards and is a sought-after voice on governance and business strategy.
Maryam earned a Master’s degree from the University of Pantheon-Assas (Paris II), where she graduated in the top 5% of her class, and an LL.M. from Boston University, where she was named to the Dean’s List in multiple subjects.