Intellectual Property

At MAH & Co, we understand the value of your intellectual property (IP) and the importance of safeguarding your innovative ideas, creations, and brand identity. Our dedicated team of IP lawyers in Pakistan offers comprehensive services to help you navigate the complexities of intellectual property law and secure your assets.

Services

The practice areas in which we routinely provide our clients services are:

Trademark Registration and Protection

Patent Services

Copyright Services

Design Rights

IP Litigation

Anti-Counterfeiting and Enforcement

Trade Secrets

Trade Secrets Protection

Geographical Indications

IP Licensing and Assignments

Domain Name Disputes

IP Advisory Services

At MAH &CO, our aim is to provide top-notch legal services effectively and efficiently with a primary focus towards helping clients achieve their commercial objectives. Our clients include market leaders in the industries of:

Experience

Oil & Gas - Energy

A broad-based experience on advising local and international clients on diverse aspects of corporate commercial laws of Relevant experience includes advising Sui Southern Gas Company (“SSGC”) upon the legalities of incorporating a wholly government owned Private Limited Company which at the time was one of a kind Pvt. Ltd company working in the highly regulated upstream oil & gas sector.

Banking

Advised Bank Al Habib Limited, Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, Standard Chartered (Pakistan), Faysal Bank Limited, JS Bank, JS Global, and other scheduled banks from as simple matters such as drafting of bank guarantees and product papers till highly complexed banking and finance transaction such as successfully remitting more than $150 Million for the purpose of the acquisition of a major oil refinery during the time when large remittances were highly regulated and discouraged by the Government of Pakistan in 2022-2023. 

Mergers & Acquisitions

  • Acted on behalf of one of the largest Middle Eastern group of companies – Al Ghurair (UAE) for the acquisition of a large multi-million-dollar oil refinery in Pakistan.

 

  • Acted on behalf of Asyad – Wafi Group (Saudi Arabia) and successfully acquired Shell Pakistan which was 2023’s largest acquisition of the country.

 

  • Acted on behalf of Wemsol / Keenu – one of Pakistan’s largest fintech companies in the proposed acquisition by a Saudi public limited company.

Competition Law

Provided legal advice to various public and private companies regarding the competition law related to their proposed incorporation of companies, mergers and acquisition matters.

General Corporate Advice

Acting as Counsel for various companies in relation to corporate approvals, corporate structure and dealing with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

With associate offices in Lahore, Islamabad, Hyderabad, and Peshawar the firm has extensive expertise and experience of handling litigation in the Superior Courts of Pakistan and arbitration in Pakistan. Extensively advising clients on a wide range of contentious matters including contractual disputes and issues with regulators/revenue authorities.

Advisory Service to Minister

Advised the Minister of State on Energy of Pakistan on the offtake gas from gas fields in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for the transport, supply, distribution and sale of gas by private companies, public entities and the Ministry of Energy under the relevant Oil & Gas laws of Pakistan.

Associate and Senior Associate Roles

Mr. Karim spent over four years as an Associate and Senior Associate at renowned firms such as GHBC and Liaquat Merchant Associates. During this time, he honed his skills in dispute resolution, mediation, and arbitration.

Sector-Specific Expertise

Mr. Karim has significant experience handling transactions in the power sector, oil & gas, and banking. His expertise extends to general corporate advisory work and mergers & acquisitions, showcasing his versatility in handling complex legal matters.

Legal Advisor Service

We have served various national and international companies as legal advisor and helped them in making corporate level decisions. 

 

Visa and Immigration

Helped different clients with visa rejection service as well as helped them to get business visa and family visas. 

Islamic Banking

helped our clients to issue Islamic finance instrument and Sukuk issuance. 

Why Choose Us

Expertise

Our team consists of experienced IP lawyers with deep knowledge of local and international IP laws.

Personalized Service

We offer tailored solutions to meet your specific needs and objectives.

Comprehensive Support

From registration to enforcement, we provide end-to-end IP services.

Commitment to Excellence

We are dedicated to protecting your intellectual property with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Contact Us

Secure your intellectual property and ensure your innovations are protected. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can assist you.

Phone: +92-345-8231881

Phone: 021-35164649

Email: a.karim@mahlegal.org

By choosing MAH & Co., you are partnering with a team committed to protecting your intellectual property and supporting your business growth. Let us help you navigate the complexities of IP law and safeguard your valuable assets

Relevant People

Asad Karim

Barrister-at-Law