Headed up by Shafaq Rehman, the practice at RIAA BARKER GILLETTE has experience in representing clients in labour courts, high courts and the Supreme Court of Pakistan. It frequently advises clients on a range of labour and employment issues, working on trade union matters, minimum wage requirements, and statutory benefits. Within the team, Ahsan Zahir Rizvi is noted for his work with the government of Pakistan. Other notable contacts include Bilal Shaukat and Yousaf Khosa.
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- 'Potential clients will appreciate the team’s strengths in responsiveness, clarity, and strategic insight, especially in complex matters.'
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Key clients
- Chevron Pakistan Lubricants (Private) Limited
- KCA Deutag Drilling GmbH
Work highlights
Advised IFFCO on resolving complex legal issues arising from its third-party contractor labour model.
Practice head
Shafaq Rehman
Other key lawyers
Ahsan Zahir Rizvi; Bilal Shaukat; Yousaf Khosa