About

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Axis Law is recognised for its exceptional work in complex investment treaty as well as international commercial arbitrations. The firm has been involved in two big ICSID arbitrations and another first of its kind investment arbitration under a multilateral international treaty involving the state of Pakistan. Recently, Axis Law successfully represented the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) in an ICC arbitration against an Iranian corporation securing an Award of approximately US$ 4.5 million in favour of NTDC in the arbitration. On the domestic front, Axis Law has extensive experience in construction arbitrations under the Arbitration Act, 1940 and in litigation arising out of such arbitrations.  

The firm is also widely acknowledged for the quality of its representation in disputes involving constitutional challenges as well as complex commercial disputes before the superior courts of Pakistan. The firm’s partners inter alia successfully defended before a three-judge panel of the Lahore High Court the constitutionality of Pakistan’s anti-trust legislation on behalf of the Competition Commission of Pakistan.

It is also known respected for its high impact human rights litigation including a recent public interest litigation filed before the High Court to challenge the practice of state functionaries of conducting virginity tests and intrusive examinations of victims / complainants of sexual assault.

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Dispute Resolution: General Commercial - Pakistan

2
Band 2

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.

Work Highlights

  • Axis Law Chambers represented Muhammad Arsal as a shareholder and director of Sadiq Group in a dispute with Sadiq Group involving allegations of misuse of company funds, shareholder oppression and wrongful removal from the company's board of directors.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Syed Shahab Qutub
3
Syed Shahab Qutub
3
Band 3
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.

Syed is a seasoned legal professional. His diverse practice, ability to stay abreast of changing laws, effective advice on complex legal issues and focus on detail set him apart.

Syed is an excellent attorney with a very professional approach.

Waqqas Mir
3
Waqqas Mir
3
Band 3
Waqqas Mir represents clients in breach of contract matters and regulatory disputes. He is also known for his antitrust law specialism.

Waqqas is a masterful lawyer and thinker. He has empathy and respect from civil society.

Waqqas offers clear and strategic legal thinking.

Sameer Khosa
4
Sameer Khosa
4
Band 4
Sameer Khosa focuses his practice on commercial disputes, including domestic arbitration proceedings. He is also experienced in arbitral award enforcements and court proceedings.

Sameer's communication was excellent. He was always prompt and thorough in responding to my questions and made sure I felt informed and comfortable throughout the entire process.

Sameer is a clear and analytical lawyer.

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Pakistan

Dispute Resolution: General Commercial

Syed Shahab Qutub
3
Syed Shahab Qutub
3
Band 3
Waqqas Mir
3
Waqqas Mir
3
Band 3
Sameer Khosa
4
Sameer Khosa
4
Band 4

Members

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Ali Zahid Rahim

Jabran Tariq Butt

Maria Farooq

Waqqas Ahmed Mir

Clients

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AC Nielsen Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.

Agritech Ltd.

Coca Cola Beverages Pakistan Ltd.

Competition Commission of Pakistan

Dr. Sadaf Aziz

Essem Hotels Ltd.

Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Ltd. (HACPL)

Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.

Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab (IDAP)

Laraib Energy Ltd.

National Transmission and Despatch Company

Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA)

Pakistan State Oil

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd. (PTCL)

School for Contemporary Islamic Learning

Industries

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Agriculture

Automotive

Aviation

Education

Energy & Power

FMCGs / Retail

Fertilizer

Financial Institutions

Information Technology

Infrastructure and Construction

Insurance

Media & Entertainment

Mining & Extraction

Non-Profit

Oil & Gas

Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

Public Sector (Regulatory Authorities, State Owned Enterprises)

Real Estate

Sugar

Telecommunications

Textile