Advising a mix of international and national clients, the team at Legal Oracles is highly regarded for its practical support and deep sector knowledge. The group has a broad corporate and M&A offering, specialising in advising clients engaging in greenfield and brownfield projects in Pakistan. It acts for clients across a range of sectors, including telecommunication, baking, and agriculture. Recently, the group has engaged in assisting clients with registering equity, devising corporate structures, and implementing a debt property swap. Mustafa Munir Ahmed and Saad Shuaib Wyne jointly head the department; Ahmed is noted for his ability to handle multinational corporations and non-profit organisations, alongside a specialism in the telecoms sector, while Wyne is sought after for his experience in international trade, including anti-dumping matters. Saira Khalid and Hajra Malik are also key names in the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This law firm distinguishes itself by providing not only legal expertise, but also practical regulatory influence. With profound sector knowledge and a collaborative spirit, the team excels in developing compliance solutions that are both enforceable and accessible. Renowned for transforming intricate mandates into practical guidance, their efforts promote fair competition, ethical marketing, and informed industry adoption.’
- ‘Legal Oracles’ Corporate and M&A team stands out for its strong commercial awareness, technical competence, and client-focused approach. They handle complex transactions with efficiency and clarity, offering tailored advice that aligns with business objectives. The team maintains high partner involvement, ensures clear communication, and is supported by capable associates.’
Key clients
- Dreshak Worldwide DMCC DVCOM Data (Private) Limited My4Walls Construction (Private) Limited D.T. International Consulting (Private) Limited Marss Developers (Private) Limited HBL Zarai Services Limited Metro Flex Industries (Private) Limited Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited Lodges by Baron Attabad (Private) Limited Shaanxi Sunger Road Bio-Science Co., Ltd KoKo Tech Pte. Limited WFS UK Holding Company II Limited Pakistan Telecommunication Authority AllBright Law Offices (Xi’an) Tawakal Packaging Baron Multan (Private) Limited KOKO Tech Pakistan (Private) Limited Nando’s Pakistan (Private) Limited IMLAK (Private) Limited LMK Resources Pakistan (Private) Limited China Telecom Global Limited Evercare Group Management Limited Central Power Purchasing Agency (Guarantee) Limited National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited elGrocer Pakistan (Private) Limited elGrocer DMCC Core Securities (Private) Limited Baron International (Private) Limited Baron Nathiagali (Private) Limited Daltas Enterprises e& UAE Digital Technologies Managed Services (Private) Limited Beyond Digital (Private) Limited (Tamasha) Pak Oman Investment Company Limited Ibadat International University Estrada Construction Solutions (Private) Limited Novatex Limited Indus Breeze Roller Flour Mills (Private) Limited SAF International Sourcepath (Private) Limited Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (Private) Limited Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (Jazz) Roomy Hotels (Private) Limited VEON Ventures B.V. Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (Ufone) U Microfinance Bank Limited (UBank) Bank of Khyber Xiaomi Inc. Xiaomi Pakistan (Private) Limited Apple Inc. Ecofin Technologies (Private) Limited Delivery Hero Pakistan (Private) Limited Delivery Hero Stores Pakistan (Private) Limited Delivery Hero Kitchens Pakistan (Private) Limited International Consulting Associates (Private) Limited Evercare IGA Holdings Limited Jade e-Services Pakistan (Private) Limited World Fuel Services Pakistan (Private) Limited Trillium Information Security Systems (Private) Limited Pakistan MNP Database (Guarantee) Limited All Pakistan Paper Merchants Association Oil & Gas Development Company Limited Hilton Pharma (Private) Limited Helix Pharma (Private) Limited AKD Securities Limited K-Electric Limited Bikiya Industries (Private) Limited Coca Cola Beverages (Private) Limited Philip Morris International Philip Morris Pakistan Limited Metro Pakistan (Private) Limited Monsanto Pakistan (Private) Limited Bayer Pakistan (Private) Limited Getz Pharma (Private) Limited City Schools (Private) Limited Dr. A.Q. Khan School and Colleges (Private) Limited Top End Network (Private) Limited The Water Experts (Private) Limited Allied Bank Limited United Bank Limited Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Nokia Solutions and Networks Pakistan (Private) Limited Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers Alcatel Lucent Pakistan Limited Alfalah Insurance Limited Dairy and Cattle Farmers Association Pakistan Rehman Medical Institute (Private) Limited
Work highlights
Acting as oversight counsel for Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited in the acquisition of Telenor Pakistan Limited and Orion Towers Pakistan in a USD500m deal and is spearheading completion of the condition precedents to the transaction deal.
Practice head
Mustafa Munir Ahmed; Saad Shuaib Wyne
Other key lawyers
Saira Khalid; Hajra Malik