Dispute Resolution: General Commercial - Pakistan
What the team is known for
Axis Law Chambers has a well-reputed Lahore-based practice representing clients including energy companies, manufacturers, government entities and individuals in a range of cases, including tax and regulatory disputes and competition litigation. The firm is active in international arbitration and offers expertise in constitutional law. Honda Atlas Cars, Huawei Technologies and Justice Project Society are key clients.
Strengths
"Axis Law Chambers works as a team, which enhances its capability to handle complex matters. It has highly skilled lawyers."
"They are extremely knowledgeable and able to assimilate complex facts. The team's attention to detail and knowledge are second to none."
Work highlights
Axis Law Chambers represented the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority in a constitutional challenge brought by a media company before the Lahore High Court, related to the licensing of satellite television channels.
Notable practitioners
Sameer Khosa focuses his practice on commercial disputes, including domestic arbitration proceedings. He is also experienced in arbitral award enforcements and court proceedings. "Sameer has an outstanding legal mind."
Syed Shahab Qutub routinely represents clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings, including disputes arising in the power sector. He also represents companies in constitutional challenges, contract disputes and regulatory matters.
Waqqas Mir represents clients in breach of contract matters and regulatory disputes. He is also known for his antitrust law specialism. "He is an excellent advocate who continues to impress with his detailed approach to cases and thorough preparation. He is able to absorb a huge amount of detail but also give clear, understandable advice. He is extremely good with clients and puts them at ease." "If it weren’t for his analytical skills and knowledge, the matter wouldn’t be in our favour."