Leading the field, Khalid Anwer & Co. 'consistently delivers outstanding service' to clients active in a broad range of sectors. The team has successfully supported workers welfare funds, alongside representing clients in appeals before the Supreme Court and high courts of Pakistan in complex private and government-related tax matters. The practice is jointly chaired by Raashid Anwer, who has a career spanning over two decades, and Jawad Qureshi, who advises a range of international clients. The group also includes Syed Muhammad Ali Mehdi, who is noted for his work for charitable clients in front of the High Court of Sindh, Habib Kazi, whose practice includes gaining interim tax relief, and Muhammad Adil Saeed, who is recognised for his work with Fortune 500 companies. Further supporting the team is Yousuf Khalid Anwer and Rida Tariq.
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Testimonials
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‘Highly professional and humble team. Approachable and easy to work with.'
‘The team are seasoned professionals well versed in tax matters. We have an old association with this firm, and they have an unmatched availability while providing efficient solutions to any issues addressed to them.’
‘Under the leadership of Raashid Anwer, Khalid Anwer & Co. has consistently delivered outstanding service to our Company. We have always been highly satisfied with the exceptional quality of legal advice provided and the professional manner in which our matters are handled. The team is responsive and accessible, promptly addressing our queries, replying to emails, and making themselves available for calls and in person meetings.'
‘The team here is very professional and updated with respect to changes in laws and recent decisions. They listen to concerns, provide clear communication, and work collaboratively with clients to develop effective legal strategies tailored to their specific goals and objectives.'
'What truly sets Khalid Anwer & Co. apart is their emphasis on practical, results-oriented advice rather than generic legal guidance. Moreover, unlike many firms, they place a genuine focus on client experience and satisfaction.’
‘Raashid Anwer, as the senior partner, distinguishes himself through his sharp legal acumen, particularly his ability to think creatively and offer innovative, out-of-the-box solutions that consistently lead to effective results.'
'Jawad Qureshi stands out for the consistently high quality of his legal advice, marked by clarity, depth, and sound judgement.'
'Yousuf Khalid Anwer is a key member of the team, known for his unwavering availability, responsiveness, and professionalism. He brings a thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to every matter and demonstrates a rare combination of legal insight, client care, and attention to detail that makes working with him a true pleasure.’
Key clients
- Pakistan Telecommunication Employees Trust
- Pepsi Cola International
- Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Ltd
- Procter & Gamble Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd
- Fatima Fertilizer Company Ltd
- Indus Motor Company Limited
- Sapphire Textile Mills
- Gillette Pakistan Limited
- Teradata Pakistan
- Teradata Ireland
- Pakistan Telecom Mobile Limited
- Telenor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd
Work highlights
Represented clients in the challenging of the imposition of contributions into the Sindh Workers Welfare Fund (imposed through the Sindh Workers Welfare Fund Act, 2014) on a host of companies which have been classified as establishments under the aforesaid act, and which have received notices from the Sindh Revenue Board demanding payment into the Sindh Workers Welfare Fund.
Representing the Insurance Association of Pakistan, along with 29 prominent insurance companies, in a series of seven appeals currently pending before the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
Represented clients in challenging the Through the rates of Super Tax imposed on high earning persons was enhanced with retrospective effect (from Tax Year 2023) before the Islamabad High Court by the Firm on behalf of more than a 100 high-net-worth companies and individuals.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Raashid Anwer; Jawad Qureshi
Other key lawyers
Syed Muhammad Ali Mehdi; Habib Kazi; Muhammad Adil Saeed; Yousuf Khalid Anwer; Rida Tariq