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Mohsin Tayebaly & Co

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The team at Mohsin Tayebaly & Co provides comprehensive advice across an array of corporate and commercial matters, with expertise in mergers, demergers, acquisitions, initial public offerings, and private equity-related mandates. The firm is sought after for its experience in the incorporation and setting up of businesses in Pakistan. It is led by Irfan Tayebaly, who is noted for his work in international corporate matters, and Vaseeq Khalid, who has recently been involved in ancillary corporate and commercial matters. Another key member of the team is Mehreen Manto, who is sought after for their experience in complex M&A, alongside her ability to handle privatisation transactions. Mikael Rahim is also central to the team, with extensive experience in Islamic financing, as well as corporate compliance, governance, and regulation.
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  • ‘MTC consistently demonstrates a forward-thinking mindset, always thinking outside the box and bringing fresh, innovative ideas to the table. Their ability to approach challenges creatively and offer well-thought-out solutions sets them apart as a truly progressive and strategic partner.’

  • ‘Mikael Rahim is a sharp, dependable professional who is available to support the client. His responsiveness, commitment, and intellectual clarity makes hi, an invaluable collaborator in any setting.’

  • ‘The team are very experienced, and active in the Corporate and M&A Space. They are able to advise their clients appropriately. They have a strong team that are able to deliver in instances of short deadline. They are able to advise on both conventional and shariah compliant matters equally.’

  • ‘MTC has a strategic blend of technical legal expertise with commercial acumen, which enables the team to provide tailored, solution-oriented advice across a range of complex corporate and regulatory matters.'

  • 'The practice demonstrates a deep understanding of the business environment, consistently aligning legal strategy with client objectives which is a quality that clients find both valuable and rare.'

  • 'One of the core strengths of the team is its responsiveness and clarity of communication, particularly in high-stakes transactions and regulatory engagements. Their ability to navigate cross-border structuring, financial regulatory frameworks, and public sector engagements sets them apart from many competitors.’

Key clients

  • Zarea Limited
  • Maple Leaf Cement Factory Limited
  • Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited
  • Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Limited
  • Sapphire Group
  • Ace Limited - Associated Consulting Engineers
  • Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited
  • SilkBank Limited
  • Bank Alfalah Limited
  • Engro Group
  • Yellow Door Energy

Work highlights

Acted as legal counsel to Engro Group in its strategic partnership with Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (Jazz) and VEON Group, aimed at expanding digital connectivity across Pakistan.
Advised Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited, the first Islamic digital bank in Pakistan on its establishment and operation.
Advised Bank Alfalah Limited on the successful divestment of its entire shareholding, constituting 95.59% of the issued and paid-up share capital, in Alfalah Securities (Private) Limited to Optimus Capital Management (Private) Limited.

Practice head

Irfan Tayebaly; Vaseeq Tayebaly

Other key lawyers

Mehreen Manto; Mikael Rahim