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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Testimonials
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- ‘What sets HMCO apart is the level of importance, thought and service they provide on any transaction or situation, without regards to size or profile. They are customer first always, and have an incredible commercial acumen that gives you a team member feel in the room. Their awareness of the market, structural and regulatory changes and innovative mindset empowers clients to be innovative as well.’
- ‘Haidermota & Co is one of the best law firms based in Karachi, Pakistan that has very dedicated, hardworking, corporate experienced group of highly qualified and seasoned lawyers who are very friendly, accessible, accurate, punctual and result oriented.’
- ‘The standout for us has been Zahra Abid. Her level of detail, follow up, creativity, and legal and commercial acumen is worlds apart from her peers. She is our go to for any transaction, investment or corporate situation from ideation through execution. She is not only willing to think outside the box, but pushes you to do so as well!’
- ‘HMCO has a wealth of experience, accessibility, business orientation, and market practice.'
- ‘Zahra Abid and Khozem Haidermota are among the finest legal counsels I have had the privilege of working with. They bring a rare combination of intelligence, reliability, and unwavering ethical standards to every matter they handle. Their sound judgment, deep legal insight, and consistent professionalism make them truly exceptional advisors.’
- ‘HMCO is a leading law firm known for its unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical practice. One of its standout qualities is the transparent and honest manner in which it bills its time — a reflection of the firm’s deep-rooted values and professional discipline. Clients can trust that every hour charged is accurate, justified, and in line with the highest standards of legal ethics.'
Key clients
- Telenor ASA
- Privatisation Commission, Government of Pakistan
- National Bank of Pakistan
- Bank Makramah Limited
- Engro Corporation Limited
- Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited and VEON Ltd.
- Dawood Hercules Corporation Limited and Engro Corporation Limited
- Novartis AG
- Novartis Pharma AG
- GFH Financial Group B.S.C.
- Techlogix International Limited
- Engie Group
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.
Acting as legal counsel to Bank Makramah Limited in relation to its proposed restructuring through a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement.
Acted as legal counsel for Dawood Hercules Corporation Limited, Engro Corporation Limited and DH Partners Limited in a composite Scheme of Arrangement under Section 279 to 282 and 285(8) of the Companies Act, 2017 in respect of restructuring and reorganising of all three entities as part of their ongoing efforts to maximise value for shareholders.
Lawyers
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Shabbir Harianawala
Practice head
Khozem Haidermota; Shabbir Harianawala; Ali Vasi; Mohammad Anwer; Zahra Abid; Owais Aziz