The team at Nawaz Hussain Sikander remains busy, with extensive experience advising clients on REITs and supporting clients that are active across a range of sectors. Alongside this, the firm is adept at handling private fund formation, including the structuring and operationalisation of them. In the wider capital markets arena, it regularly advises clients on navigating regulatory frameworks, while supporting them with capital markets transactions. Imran Nawaz Memon spearheads the team and is noted for his work in Sukuk issuances, trust structuring, and asset-backed security frameworks. Mehrunnissa Katpar works alongside him, advising clients on the legal and regulatory aspects of REIT transactions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Nawaz Hussain Sikander’s Capital Markets practice stands out for its partner-led approach, with Imran Nawaz Memon providing strategic depth and hands-on involvement throughout.'
- 'The team combines regulatory expertise, commercial insight, and seamless execution, giving clients confidence in navigating complex transactions.'
- 'Compared to other firms, NHS ensures direct partner engagement, not delegation, which sets a higher benchmark of quality.'
- 'The practice is innovative in its collaborative working style and commitment to developing young talent, making it both client-focused and future-ready.'
- 'Found them to be helpful and supportive with reviewing legal agreements, providing feedback, etc. Well rounded team.'
Key clients
- Alfalah Asset Management Limited
- Arif Habib Dolmen Reit Management Limited
- Saudi Pak Real Estate Limited
- Emaar Islamabad
- Faisal Town (Private) Limited
- JS Investments Limited
- Terra Crop Innovations
Work highlights
Advised Alfalah Asset Management Limited on the structuring and formation of Pakistan’s first hybrid Investment-Based and Developmental REIT scheme, launched in collaboration with Emaar DHA Islamabad Limited.
Advised JS Investments on the establishment of a Rental REIT Scheme, including drafting and registration of the trust deed, conducting asset-level legal due diligence, and preparing subscription and governance documentation under the REIT Regulations, 2022.
Advised Alfalah Asset Management Limited on the legal structuring and documentation of Pakistan’s first agri-cultivation private equity and venture capital fund for the purposes of implementing a corporate farming project.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Imran Nawaz Memon
Other key lawyers
Mehrunnissa Katpar