Advising an impressive roster of clients spanning online shopping, education, and streaming, the team at Akhund Forbes is committed to offering their clients an all-encompassing range of TMT-related advice. The TMT practice is headed up by Rabel Akhund, whose expertise ranges from venture startups to navigating AI-readiness; his recent work includes advising large companies on AI compliance, risk, and liability in Pakistan, as well as on strategic entries into the Pakistani market. Sahar Iqbal  is noted for her work on advising clients on the regulatory landscape in Pakistan, aiding companies on their expansion and investment within the region. The department has recently launched a startup-facing toolkit and legal product suite in order to support early-stage companies with starting a venture within Pakistan. The team is supported also ably by Shazain Lasi.

Advising on a domestic and international scale Lex Legal Practice (Solicitors & Attorneys) 'offers solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable' to clients within the technology, media, and telecommunication sphere. Of recent note, the team has been engaged by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication in Pakistan on matters relating to updating technology law. Asad Salahuddin heads up the department, with expertise in digitising financial payments domestically. Supporting the team further, Rubab Cheema's recent work includes working with crypto derivatives, and the practice is noted for its expertise in fintech transactions, digital banking, and AI.

With experience in supporting the development of the Punjab Smart City Project, Pakistan’s first smart city, and advising on the legal aspects of developing AI to detect breast cancer, the team at AUC | Law offers comprehensive support to leading and novel clients. Ahmed Uzair heads the team and is noted for his work within foreign investment. Muhammad Saddam Pasha also offers expertise in capital enhancements and regulatory matters within the TMT sector. Other notable contacts within the team include Maha Falak, who supports fintech, health-tech, and AI companies, and Anushay Tauqeer, who is recommended for her work within cryptocurrency.

With extensive experience in advising clients on data privacy, regulatory, and compliance matters, Liaquat Merchant Associates supports companies with practical and commercially sound advice. The group has a busy practice, often advising clients that are active in the IP, technology, banking and finance, and textiles industries. Faresa Jafarey Ahsan leads the team with expertise in software contracts and M&A transactions. Hira Ahmad works alongside Ahsan, regularly advising on a range of matters, including Islamic finance compliant software contracts. Mustafa Mumtaz is noted for his work with local fintech subsidiaries, and also supporting the team is Maryam Sadruddin.

Axis Law Chambers provides comprehensive TMT support, advising clients in telecoms, fintech, and digital regulatory matters. Recently, the group has worked on trademark protection and intellectual property matters for clients, in addition to representing clients in digital-related defamation litigation cases. The firm has launched a joint venture with Systems Limited, establishing a legal process outsourcing platform for their North American market. Sameer Khosa is a key member of the team, regularly coming before the high courts and advising clients on regulatory frameworks. Maria Farooq is another notable name, leading on telecoms mandates and advising on regulatory structuring and market entry.

Based in Karachi and Islamabad, Haidermota & Co Advocates boasts extensive expertise in advising clients in the TMT sector on primary and secondary acquisitions, transaction structures, and regulatory requirements. Recent work of note includes advising on cross-border payments, licensing requirements and analysing foreign exchange laws for e-commerce. The team is jointly led by Zahra Abid, Shabbir Harianawala, and Owais Aziz.

Working to support artists, music shows, and telecommunication companies, the TMT team at Kabraji & Talibuddin advises clients on intellectual property issues, financial interests, and collaborative ventures. Alizeh Bashir jointly heads the group and is noted for her work in media-related litigation. Fellow co-head Syed Ali Bin Maaz is well-regarded for his work in telecom-based M&A transactions. Maheen Faruqui also co-leads the group and has experience in project financing.

Khalid Anwer & Co.'s TMT offering specialises in dispute resolution, routinely supporting TMT clients in statutory appeals and petitions. Co-headed by Raashid Anwer, Jawad Qureshi, and Syed Mustafa Ali , the group has extensive experience in the high courts of Pakistan. The team is further supported by Syed Haider Ali Shah, who is noted for his work with international clients.

Offering intellectual property, data privacy, and acquisition advisory services to a range of clients in the TMT sector, the practice at Majeed & Partners, Advocates & Counsellors At Law supports international and domestic businesses. The team is adept at handling regulatory matters, as well as advising on corporate compliance mandates. Saqib Majeed heads the team with over two decades of experience, and he is noted for his expertise in litigation and arbitration.

The team at RIAA BARKER GILLETTE has a wealth of experience in the Supreme Court and the high courts of Pakistan, representing clients who are active in the TMT sector in commercial arbitration proceedings and offering project counsel. Shafaq Rehman leads the practice and she offers expertise in e-commerce and data protection matters. Another key contact is Yousaf Khosa, who is noted for his work in telecommunication, energy, and construction in Pakistan. The team offers support out of four major cities in Pakistan: Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, and Peshawar.