Banking & Finance: Capital Markets - Pakistan
What the team is known for
Kabraji & Talibuddin demonstrates considerable experience in project finance matters, with expertise including credit facilities and related regulatory issues. The firm caters to both international and domestic banks and financial institutions, and is especially active in public sector lending as well as financing for the infrastructure, aviation and energy sectors. The team also has strong capital markets expertise, including bond issuances. Based in Karachi, the team's clients include Burj Solar Energy, International Finance Corporation and K-Solar.
Strengths
"The team has a complete understanding of legal, commercial, and regulatory matters. The service level was top-notch and responsiveness was unparalleled."
"Kabraji & Talibuddin has been very good in identifying risks and providing workable solutions. The senior partner was exceptional and well supported by junior associates."
Work highlights
Kabraji & Talibuddin advised a consortium of lenders, including National Bank of Pakistan and Habib Bank, on the extension of a standby letter of credit facility issued by the Hub Power Company in favour of China Power Hub Generation Company.
Notable practitioners
Kairas Kabraji is a highly experienced lawyer who brings to bear over four decades of legal practice handling transactions. He has acted on behalf of several major international and domestic banks on structured finance, project finance and acquisition finance mandates.
Syed Ali Maaz's practice focuses on project financing, aircraft financing and transactions in the financial services sector. He is a well-regarded lawyer who typically acts for banks and lessors. "Syed Ali Maaz is an excellent lawyer and a humble human being. It was a thorough pleasure working with him." "Ali is well versed in Pakistan law, has a sound understanding of corporate debt and equity structures, is attentive to client needs and is an excellent communicator."
