Offering a spectrum of support for clients seeking labour and employment-related advice, the team at Liaquat Merchant Associates provides assistance with disciplinary procedures, terminations, and employment structures. It is noted for its work in the banking, energy and public spaces, with experience navigating the regulatory frameworks found in these sectors. Faresa Jafarey Ahsan heads up the team and routinely works alongside clients in the banking and finance sector. Hira Ahmad also works within the group and she brings expertise in record retention, workplace diversity, and employee redundancy.
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Key clients
- DLA Piper
- PwC LLP
- Finca Microfinance Bank
- Entravision – Jack of Digital
- Engro Corporation
- Seyfarth Shaw
- Bank AL Habib Limited
Work highlights
Advising DLA Piper UK for its client Uber on specific queries on maternity and paternity leaves for employees in Pakistan for the development and update of Leave of Absence and Paid Time Off Policies of Uber.
Advised employees of vendors for Amazon on specific queries on relevant labour and employment laws.
Advised Seyfarth Shaw on immigration and employment matters in Pakistan for the benefit of Dandy, including visa and work permit requirements for expatriate staff and structure of Employer of Record contracts for international clients’ onboarding personnel through third-party employment providers.
Practice head
Faresa Jafarey Ahsan
Other key lawyers
Hira Ahmad