Intellectual Property - Pakistan
What the team is known for
Ali & Associates is recognised for its activity on local trade mark matters. The firm is often active on customs and anti-counterfeit related work, including advising on brand protection strategy and infringement cases. Ali & Associates has offices in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi. The firm often represents life sciences, technology, manufacturing and hospitality companies. Clients represented include Hilton Pharmaceutical, Oracle and the Motion Pictures Association.
Strengths
"Ali & Associates has experienced and knowledgeable personnel who readily understood issues and procedures."
"They are quick to give their advice and provide prompt updates. Their team is well experienced and understand the nuances related to each matter."
Work highlights
Ali & Associates represented Popeyes in an infringement against a similarly named restaurant business in the Intellectual Property Tribunal of Punjab.
Notable practitioners
Ali Kabir Shah advises on a broad range of mandates in the field, including brand protection strategy and disputes, as well as handling the IP aspects of transactions. "He is an excellent professional with good experience. He is prompt and has a great ability to deliver on client requirements."
Hanya Haroon handles patent infringement litigation in addition to non-contentious patent mandates. "She is an excellent professional and is prompt. She leaves no stone unturned to get on top of her matters and delivers to the best of her abilities." "She is very efficient and thorough in her approach and responsive to information requests. She is also very pleasant and easy to deal with. I would have no hesitation in referring a matter concerning Pakistan law to her."