Projects, Infrastructure & Energy

Orr, Dignam & Co maintains an excellent reputation for projects work, with continued activity in the telecoms, mining, alternative energy, and oil and gas sectors, including regular involvement on matters involving LNG projects. The firm is especially active in wind and infrastructure projects. The team acts for an impressive roster of local and overseas entities from both the public and private sectors from its Karachi office. Its clients include Eni, Mari Petroleum and Pakistan LNG.

"The team is efficient, polite, helpful and knowledgeable."

"All the partners are very competent and provide comprehensive advice within tight timelines. Their negotiation skills are also unparalleled as they have decades of experience of law and commercial matters."

Orr, Dignam & Co advised Barrick Gold Corporation on the reconstituted Reko Diq Project, including obtaining regulatory approval and consent.

Zahir Riaz is a seasoned practitioner who has a stellar reputation for his work in the energy and natural resources sector. He is best known for his work on project finance. "We have relied on his decades of experience."

Shahid Raza is admired for his adept handling of energy projects. Based in Islamabad, he attracts praise from market commentators. "He is extremely meticulous, and his knowledge of law and understanding of complex commercial deals is a great resource."

Aliya Yusuf is well established in the area of LNG projects, advising on a range of project development matters as well as investments.