Areas of Practice
A general view of the disciplines our firm practises across — from banking and corporate law to arbitration, energy, and the built environment.
Index of Practice Areas
17 DisciplinesBanking and Finance
We represent local and international banks and financial institutions, advising on banking, securities, and securitization matters, litigation, and expert testimony abroad. Our work spans structuring investment transactions for high-net-worth individuals and public companies, foreign exchange and spot/future contract arrangements, virtual banking licensing, debt syndication, and infrastructure project financing.
Corporate and Commercial Laws
A leading advisor on doing business in Pakistan, we guide clients through the intricacies of establishing operations across jurisdictions and the legal ramifications that follow, helping foreign investors structure their business form and negotiate a regional commercial presence.
Co-operative Societies Law
Advisory and litigation support relating to the formation, governance, and regulatory obligations of co-operative societies.
Oil, Gas & Infrastructure Privatization
As privatization of government-owned entities accelerates, we advise from the tender stage through project completion — tracking bid offers, guiding clients on prequalification, and supporting several major regional privatization projects.
Trade Law
For clients opening regional branches, we advise on import and export regulation — labelling, packaging, and origin requirements — alongside customs duties, tariffs, and opportunities within existing free trade zones.
Taxation
We advise corporate clients establishing a presence in Pakistan on the tax implications of their structure and operations.
Telecommunications
A fast-growing practice area as internet and global communications issues become everyday business concerns, with groundbreaking regional work in this field.
Labour Law
We provide opinions on labour and employment regulation, draft employee contracts, and assist clients establishing local offices with the paperwork required to properly engage and document their workforce.
Dispute Resolution, Litigation & Commercial Arbitration
Beyond transactional work, we represent clients before Pakistani courts and assist foreign law firms with proceedings touching Pakistani law — including witness support, expert advice, and jurisdictional feasibility assessments.
Industrial Projects
We advise developers on large-scale industrial projects, covering administrative, environmental, and constitutional considerations and engagement with public authorities.
Commercial Agencies & Franchising
Specialised counsel on commercial agency and franchise structures, including strategies for managing statutory protections afforded to commercial agents across jurisdictions.
Real Estate
Property title searches, transfer, and registration services, including acquisitions by foreign individuals and legal entities.
Consumer Protection Laws
Guidance on compliance and dispute matters arising under consumer protection legislation.
Domestic Civil Litigation
Handling of civil matters concerning property, labour, service disputes, and family law.
Mines & Minerals Laws
Advice for mines developers on large-scale projects, including contracts with mines and minerals departments, constitutional questions, and engagement with public authorities.
Aviation Laws
Legal assistance for aviation employees and workers, backed by considerable experience across aviation regulation.
Environment Laws
Advisory work on environmental projects and compliance, including representation before environmental tribunals.