Privatizations

Welcome to MAH & Co, your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of privatization in Pakistan. With our extensive experience and deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape, we provide comprehensive privatization services tailored to meet the unique needs of both public and private sector clients.

Services

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

Legal Due Diligence

Contract Negotiation and Drafting

Post-Privatization Support

Strategic Advisory

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Employee Transition and Labor Issues

Regulatory Compliance and Approvals

Tendering and Bidding Process

Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

Transaction Structuring

Asset Transfer and Management

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

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 and Experience Our team of seasoned lawyers has a proven track record of successfully handling privatization projects across various industries. We understand the nuances of the privatization process and are equipped to offer strategic advice and practical solutions.

Tailored Solutions Every privatization project is unique, requiring a bespoke approach to address specific challenges and objectives. We work closely with our clients to develop customized strategies that align with their goals and ensure a smooth transition.

Regulatory Compliance Navigating the regulatory framework is critical in any privatization process. Our experts stay abreast of the latest laws and regulations to ensure that all aspects of the privatization are compliant with the legal requirements in Pakistan.

End-to-End Support From initial consultation to the finalization of the privatization deal, we provide end-to-end support. Our services include legal due diligence, risk assessment, contract negotiation, and post-privatization advisory.

Industries we serve

We have extensive experience in handling privatization projects across a wide range of industries, including:

  • Energy and Utilities
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation and Infrastructure
  • Healthcare
  • Financial Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Agriculture

Contact Us

Ready to explore the benefits of privatization? Contact MAH & Co. today to schedule a consultation with our experts. Let us guide you through the process and help you achieve a successful transition.

Phone: +92-345-8231881

Phone: 021-35164649

Email: a.karim@mahlegal.org

By partnering with MAH & Co, you gain access to a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering excellence in privatization services. Trust us to be your guide in this transformative journey, ensuring that you achieve your strategic goals with confidence and success.

Relevant People

Asad Karim

Barrister-at-Law