The team at ABS & Co. is well placed to advise on both real estate and infrastructure developments, providing support on joint ventures and public private partnership projects. The team is headed by Bakhtawar Bilal Soofi, Salman Hanif, and Usman Jillani, and is increasingly working alongside engineers, project management consultants, and contract specialists.
Real estate and construction in Pakistan
ABS & Co.
Praxisleiter:
Bakhtawar Bilal Soofi; Salman Hanif; Usman Jillani
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Nawaz Hussain Sikander
Working on large-scale land transactions, commercial development projects, and structuring real estate joint ventures, the team at Nawaz Hussain Sikander provides all-encompassing support to clients in a variety of sectors, including industrial, special economic zones and agricultural farming. The team has expertise in REIT transactions, offering end-to-end legal counsel. It is headed up by Karachi-based Imran Nawaz Memon, who is noted for his experience in providing advice on development and infrastructure across Pakistan, and Shamail Sikander, who brings expertise in property tax. Working alongside them is Mehrunnissa Katpar, who brings a multi-disciplinary edge to the team, with work in real estate finance and public-private projects.
Praxisleiter:
Imran Nawaz Memon; Shamail Sikander
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mehrunnissa Katpar
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‘Real estate transactions in Pakistan are rarely straightforward. What sets Nawaz Hussain Sikander apart is that they understand this landscape well and know how to get through regulatory hurdles. We have worked with them on complex development-related advisory, and what we valued most was their ability to offer end-to-end legal support while staying commercially aware.‘
‚They handle title issues thoroughly, give clear timelines on what approvals are needed and when, and guide you through any legal requirements with a practical mindset.‘
‘We have worked with Imran Nawaz Memon and Shamail Sikander on several projects. They have a strong grasp of how real estate regulation works in practice, and are involved at the right points by offering balanced advice, and do not delay in taking a position when we need clarity. In more than one matter, their guidance helped us get through sensitive title issues and avoid long back-and-forth with authorities.‘
Kernmandanten
Alfalah Asset Management Limited – Real Estate Investment Trust Department
Surjani Industrial Development (Private) Limited
Kainatt Enterprises
ZKB Development And Management Company (Private) Limited
BYD Pakistan – Mega Motor Company
Magma Properties (Private) Limited
Terra Crop Innovations (Private) Limited
JS Investments Limited
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- Advising Surjani Industrial Development (Private) Limited on the creation of an industrial park in Surjani Town, Sector 9A, Scheme 41, Karachi.
- Advising Kainatt Enterprises on the construction of a 300-acre industrial zone for the marble and granite sector.
- Advised ZKB Development and Management Company (Private) Limited on the Dhabeji Industrial Zone, a flagship initiative of the Sindh Economic Zones Management Company), representing the largest project by land size within the province of Sindh.
Orr, Dignam & Co.
Providing clients with a wide range of services within the construction and real estate industries, the team at Orr, Dignam & Co. provides a full-service offering, regularly advising on lease agreements, land transfers, and land acquisitions in both domestic and international settings. The department is headed by Asim Nasim, Aliya Yusuf, Umar Shahid, and Shahid Raza who all bring an extensive multi-disciplinary range of expertise to the practice.
Praxisleiter:
Asim Nasim; Aliya Yusuf; Umar Shahid; Shahid Raza
Kernmandanten
Adamjee Chambers
Adamjee Insurance
Barrick Gold Corporation
Reko Diq Mining Company (Private) Limited
British Broadcasting Corporation
CDM Constructors
CDM International Inc.
Foster & Partners
Givaudan International SA
Idemitsu Lube Pakistan (Private) Limited
Inter State Gas Systems (Private) Limited
Lidl & Kaufland Services Pte. Limited
Microsoft Corporation Limited
National Logistics Corporation
Packages Limited
Port Qasim Electric Power Company Limited
S&P Global (Private) Limited
Sky47 Limited
Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques
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- Advising and preparing sale transaction documents for Adamjee Insurance Company Limited on a prime property located in Karachi, Pakistan.
- Advising and preparing a standard draft of lease for use by National Logistics Corporation on their various sites throughout Pakistan.
- Advising Foster & Partners on the design and architectural aspects of their proposed project in Pakistan.
Qureshi Law Associates
Lahore-based Adnan Qureshi and Karachi-based Zia Junejo jointly head up the busy and thriving infrastructure and construction practice at Qureshi Law Associates. Junejo brings 'unmatched clarity', advising on urban development schemes, and Qureshi is applauded for his risk perspective, proactively seeking out and notifying clients of potential issues. With expertise in complex construction disputes and projects, the team is well-versed in offering in-depth and specialist legal knowledge in this sector. The practice also has experience working for private companies and individual clients globally, allowing them to offer a range of support. The firm also boasts experience in the Supreme Court.
Praxisleiter:
Zia Junejo; Adnan Qureshi
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‘Qureshi Law Associates’ Real Estate and Construction practice is exceptional in its depth of expertise, responsiveness, and strategic guidance across all stages of complex real estate transactions and infrastructure developments. The team’s command over land acquisition, regulatory compliance, title structuring, construction contracts, and dispute resolution is second to none.‘
‚Their advice is consistently commercial, clear, and grounded in a deep understanding of the realities on the ground, making them an invaluable partner for developers, investors, and public-sector counterparties alike.‘
‚What sets QLA apart from other firms is their proactive problem-solving approach and ability to foresee risks others might overlook. The team brings extensive experience in dealing with provincial land authorities, municipal regulations, and project structuring under Pakistan’s evolving legal and zoning regimes.‘
Kernmandanten
Suki Kinara hydel power project
Tianjin Energy Investment Company Ltd
Bin Qasim Thermal Station III
Various Individuals Construction Cases
IPS 22 (Pvt) Ltd
SB 24 (Pvt) Ltd
Solution de Energy (Pvt) Ltd
Various Individuals Property Cases
Gulistan Group
Allied Bank
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- Advised a share purchaser on Siki Kinara Hydel 884 MW project through due diligence on the project with a fatal flaws red-flag report both regular and summary for the purpose of acquisition of shares by a Chinese Corporation.
- Advised Tianjin Energy on the acquisition of shares in CHIC 300 MW coal power Project, an imported 300 MW coal-based electric power generation plant, located at Gwadar, Province of Baluchistan, Pakistan.
- Advised Sinosure, the giant state-owned insurance company on its guarantee for Bin Qasim Power Plant III, a 900 MW RLNG/Oil combined cycle power plant located in Karachi, Province of Sindh, Pakistan.
Faiz, Sharif and Shinwari LLP
Faiz, Sharif and Shinwari LLP offers expertise in highway, energy, and power infrastructure, working alongside real estate and construction entities in both the public and private sector. The practices provides a comprehensive range of legal services, including advice on negotiation, regulatory compliance requirements, and financing. The team is chaired by Rizwan Faiz Muhammad, who is noted for his work in engineering disputes and global transactions, and Afzal Khan Shinwari, who provides advice around individual estate inheritance and disputes. Another notable contact is Haroun Sharif.
Praxisleiter:
Rizwan Faiz Muhammad; Afzal Khan Shinwari
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Haroun Sharif
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‚Faiz, Sharif and Shinwari LLP bring deep expertise in complex infrastructure, energy, dispute resolution, banking, and finance matters.‘
‚The firm offers comprehensive legal support across the full project lifecycle, including drafting tender documents, negotiating financing and EPC agreements, and representing clients in construction and energy-related litigation and arbitration.‘
‚The firm is jointly led by Rizwan Faiz Muhammad, who brings deep expertise in complex infrastructure, energy, dispute resolution, banking, and finance matters.‘
Kernmandanten
Zahir Khan & Brothers [ZKB (Pvt.) Ltd]
Nazir-AM & Co. JV
Sky9 Developers (Pvt.) Ltd
Elite Estates (Pvt.) Ltd
Jamshoro Power Company Ltd
Central Power Generation Company Ltd
Northern Power Generation Company Ltd
GENCO Holding Company Ltd
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- Representing ZKB (Pvt.) Ltd in negotiating financial close for the Swat-II Motorway Project (a Public-Private-Partnership project) with various banks, as well as devising a corporate financing proposal for the Employer, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Highway Authority.
- Advising SKY9 Developers on a significant debt financing transaction involving the raising of over Rs1.5bn in construction funds for the development of a luxury five-star hotel in Islamabad.
- Advised ZKB on devising transactions with various international partners, including companies from Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Dubai, for the execution and construction of major public infrastructure projects in Pakistan, as well as the Middle East.
Haidermota & Co Advocates
Led by Zahra Abid, who brings a diverse understanding of the market to the practice, the team at Haidermota & Co Advocates regularly advises major banks on a comprehensive range of real estate needs. With experience working on a range of project sizes, they offer services across a variety of domestic real estate needs, such as title verification of properties, mortgage creation, and survey compliance. Alongside this, the group is regarded for their work on the legal aspects of REITs. Supporting the team is Babar Zaman, who is noted for his work in project finance and acquisition finance.
Praxisleiter:
Zahra Abid
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Babar Zaman
Kernmandanten
Bank Alfalah Limited – Dr. Ziauddin Hospital Trust Ziauddin
TPL REIT Management Company Limited
Javedan Corporation Limited
Habib Bank Limited – Education Services (Private) Limited
Faysal Bank Limited – Javedan Corporation Limited
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- Advising on the TPL REIT Fund I, Pakistan’s first Shariah compliant hybrid REIT Fund, with three Project SPVs in relation to development projects.
- Advising on the revision of survey numbers for 1,040 residential plots out of a total of 2,064 plots located in Naya Nazimabad, Deh Manghopir Tomb, Karachi West, which are currently mortgaged with the National Bank of Pakistan.
- Acting as legal counsel for Faysal Bank Limited in a range of matters, including title verification and the creation of mortgages.
Kilam Law
The real estate team at Kilam Law has experience in providing a range of support to clients in the construction and real estate sectors, such as providing representation in litigation, advising on construction proposals, and reviewing construction contracts. Notably, the group has experience in the High Courts in Pakistan. In addition, the team is well-equipped to handle construction matters in the power sector. The team is jointly headed up by Ali Naveed Arshad, Ali Ibrahim, Haris Azmat, and Taimur Malik.
Praxisleiter:
Ali Naveed Arshad; Ali Ibrahim; Haris Azmat; Taimur Malik
Kernmandanten
Lahore Garment City Company
Sidus Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Regalis Healthcare
Shahraj Textiles
Rizwan Textile
PASCONS Construction Company
Descon Engineering Limited
National Highways Authority
Oil & Gas Development Company Limited
The United Insurance Company of Pakistan Limited
The Fatima Group
GSK Pakistan Limited
Lahore Development Authority
Parks & Horticulture Authority
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- Representing Lahore Development Authority in a high-profile litigations that is currently pending before the Lahore High Court.
- Advised United Insurance Company of Pakistan Limited on a proposed construction project for a multi-story multiple purpose building.
- Advised Descon Engineering Limited on tender documents for invitation to tender by Polish Oil & Gas Company.