Corporate/Commercial - Pakistan
What the team is known for
Axis Law Chambers is a Lahore-based firm that covers a range of transactional mandates as well as corporate advisory and regulatory work. The team regularly assists with the competition elements of transactions. The firm is often instructed on takeovers, mergers, shareholders' rights issues and joint ventures, and is especially active in providing advice to regional and national government bodies. These include Naya Pakistan Housing & Development Authority and the Punjab Government's Program Implementation Unit and Planning and Development Board.
Strengths
"Axis Law Chambers provide deep analysis of any issue at hand. The partner as well as the associates are always available to answer any queries the company may have."
"The partners of Axis Law have clarity of the matter and they are assertive. They are always available to respond to our queries."
Work highlights
Axis Law Chambers assisted USA-based financial services company Elphinstone with respect to the setting up of provident funds in Pakistan and the procurement of an investment advisory licence.
Notable practitioners
Mian Tariq Hassan offers clients a wealth of experience in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He is also well versed in various regulatory matters. "Mian Tariq Hassan is well versed in the law and market practices and provides practical solutions to the issues at hand."