Haidermota & Co Advocates > Islamabad, Pakistan > Firm Profile

‘They have successfully been able to build a great team in order to provide a phenomenal suite of services. From a personal viewpoint, I like that the firm has mentored professionals from within the firm to take up the partner role, which allows for great continuity of transactions and relationships.’

‘Their grasp and understanding of regulatory matters is very impressive with good drafting in terms of chamber work. Zahra Abid is a prime example of growth from within the firm to reach partner level.’

‘Zahra Abid is focused on the task at hand and thinks outside the box, providing practical advice which is solution oriented. Her ability to understand the clients’ objectives, and step into negotiations with the intent to negotiate a solution, is exceptional. I have also found the firm enthusiastic to take on new tasks and industries, which makes them the first point of call for any legal services.’

‘What sets Haidermota & Co Advocates apart is their unmatched expertise in the legal field. Their team possesses an in-depth knowledge of the law that extends beyond conventional solutions. They approach each case with a creative and personalised mindset, tailoring their strategies to meet the unique needs of their clients.’

‘They go beyond the traditional client-attorney relationship. They actively engage in collaboration, working closely with their clients to achieve optimal outcomes. This open and cooperative approach makes clients feel like valued partners in the legal process, fostering trust and mutual respect.’

‘The team at Haidermota & Co Advocates is defined by their unwavering dedication to their clients. Specifically, I must commend Zahra Abid for her tireless commitment to our legal matters. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that we receive the best possible legal advice and representation.’

‘Zahra Abid is a true advocate for our interests, and her dedication to achieving successful outcomes is unparalleled. The team at Haidermota & Co Advocates excels in innovative problem-solving.’

‘The team’s experience, especially in power sector transactions, is quite remarkable.’

‘Haidermota & Co is one of the best law firms in Pakistan with an office in Dubai as well. They are the best advisors in all corporate matters at most the competitive fee.’

‘They are extremely knowledgeable with great understanding of the law and industry. Moreover, they are highly accessible even during their business travel.’

‘High quality and experienced practice.’

‘‘The team at Haidermota is very diverse, which brings a holistic level of competencies to their services. My experiences with the firm illustrate its solid ability to evaluate legal topics with a keen focus on business impact. The team is able to meet tight deadlines when called on.’

‘Shabbir Harianawala is smart, commercial and great to work with.’

‘Shabbir Harianawala is very focused on client service and is very well-versed in corporate law and M&A topics, even with challenging timelines.’

‘Attention to detail, out of box solutions.’ 

‘Haidermota is very approachable, they listen to your issues in detail until they can create a firm understanding of the issue and business environment of the client. I have experienced that on sensitive matters.’

‘Through a robust consultative forum, a strategy is finalised where clients’ input is always given importance. It is always a learning experience working with Haidermota & Co.’

‘While rendering the professional services, we find the team of Haidermota responsive, competent, and well-skilled with a deep approach towards law. Their services are transparent and has always tendered fair opinion to any legal query asked to them. We think these are the traits which potential clients would wish to know, and these are the characteristics which distinguishes Haidermota & Co. from other firms.’

‘Ee always find Jahanzeb Awan a thorough professional with audacity of convincing arguments. He is always equipped with latest trends in law. He presents his client before the courts with having full grip over the brief as well as law. He knows the concerned industry well and addresses every concern satisfactorily.’

‘Their knowledge and understanding of the relevant laws and regulations and project finance requirements is one of the best in the market.’ 

‘A leader in project finance for the last decade, they have the best and most well-trained partners who have performed exceptionally. Turnaround time is also good.’

‘The team is very well-versed in all the regulations relating to the environmental issues being faced by the entities in Pakistan. They have been involved with the regulators in the development of rules and regulations.’

‘They are very thorough in the recommendations that are made by them, and this is a very important consideration.’

‘The staff that we have worked with, both partners and associates, have always been very helpful and give good recommendations for processing the case forward.’

‘I would recommend Umer Sherriff, senior partner, and Arooshay Shehyar, senior associate, to any organisation.’

‘HMCO acts for many sponsors across the Pakistani energy sector. As a result, they have broad market knowledge and contacts across the field, including with the authorities.’

‘Owais Aziz is a trusted advisor with deep knowledge of the Pakistani energy sector and a sound commercial acumen.’

‘We have found Haidermota & Co Advocates to be excellent legal advisors for our company. They have worked on a number of projects for us. As a team they have very good domain knowledge and a culture of responding promptly to the clients calls.’

‘Their record keeping is excellent, and any document or reference is ready at hand with them whenever we need such. They are our trustworthy legal partners in many projects.’

“Deep knowledge of legal matters as well as of our projects. They always know how to tackle legal bottlenecks with their in-depth knowledge of laws and regulations with regard to different modalities of our projects. Provide objective advisory and their inputs on our matters are always very objective and supported by relevant references to prevalent rules and regulations.’

‘Haidermota & Co Advocates provides quality and cost efficient services. During our collaboration with them, they are always capable of accommodating the client’s needs and providing deliverables in a timely manner, even within a tight timeframe.’

‘All team members of Haidermota & Co Advocates are diligent and responsible. Their capability of providing feasible solutions under local law within a tight timeline is most impressive.’

‘Haidermota & Co strive hard in Pakistan’s legal sector with their in-depth understanding of legal intricacies. I’ve always found their advice and opinions extremely useful in finding unique, tailor-made solutions to complex problems.’

‘Partners have exceptional command over legal intricacies and their meticulous eye for complex problems has always helped us advise clients and structure transactions in a positive and fruitful way.’

‘The corporate capital markets acquisition practice has consistently demonstrated a unique blend of expertise and dedication that sets it apart in the industry. One of the standout strengths of the team lies in their comprehensive understanding of the complex regulatory landscape and intricate nuances of fund management acquisitions.’

‘Their in-depth knowledge ensures that potential clients can trust in their ability to navigate the intricacies of these transactions with precision and efficiency. The team’s key capabilities shine through in their strategic approach to acquisitions, where they seamlessly integrate legal acumen with a deep understanding of our specific industry.’

‘Their agility and ability to adapt to evolving market conditions also gives them an edge in today’s dynamic business landscape. Their strengths lie not only in their legal prowess but also in their ability to customise solutions that drive value for clients.’

‘One individual who deserves special mention is Zahra Abid, a dedicated partner at the firm. Zahra’s unwavering commitment to our concerns in even the most complex transactions has been remarkable. Her expertise in fund management acquisitions, coupled with her strategic insight, has played a pivotal role in safeguarding our interests and driving successful outcomes.’

‘Zahra Abid’s ability to navigate the intricate legal landscape while keeping a keen eye on our business objectives has been instrumental. Her proactive approach to identifying potential challenges and providing well-rounded solutions has helped us make informed decisions at every stage of the acquisition process.’

‘Zahra Abid’s responsiveness, attention to detail, and depth of knowledge inspires confidence and makes her an indispensable asset to our team. What truly sets Zahra apart is her dedication to client relationships. She goes above and beyond to understand our company’s unique needs, tailoring her advice and strategies accordingly.’

‘High quality and experienced practice.’

‘Shabbir Harianawala is smart, commercially minded, and great to work with.’