Regularly advising on complex restructurings and reorganisations, the team at Haidermota & Co Advocates remains busy supporting business conglomerates in sectors such as oil and gas, e-commerce, and banking. The group has extensive experience in supporting clients with M&A from both the acquirer and target sides. Alongside this, it is well-known for its ability to handle creative equity structures, shareholder arrangements, and minority rights issues. The team frequently advises public, unlisted, and listed companies on a comprehensive range of compliance and regulatory matters, including confidentiality laws and disclosure requirements. Key names include Karachi-based, Khozem Haidermota, Shabbir Harianawala, Ali Vasi, Mohammad Anwer, Zahra Abid, and Islamabad-based Owais Aziz.
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Key clients
- Telenor ASA
- Privatisation Commission, Government of Pakistan
Work highlights
Acted as legal counsel to PMCL and its parent company, VEON, in a landmark transaction involving the transfer of 100% shareholding in Deodar to E Connect, a wholly owned subsidiary of Engro Corporation, an established Pakistani conglomerate.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Shabbir Harianawala
Practice head
Khozem Haidermota; Shabbir Harianawala; Ali Vasi; Mohammad Anwer; Zahra Abid; Owais Aziz