Our team of seven partners and over thirty associates brings together decades of combined experience in litigation, arbitration, and corporate advisory work, representing clients across Pakistan and internationally.
Pakistan's Premier Legal Team
Each of our partners has built a distinguished practice recognized by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500. From constitutional litigation to cross-border M&A, our lawyers are trusted advisors to government bodies, multinational corporations, and individuals alike.
Mian Tariq Hassan
Partner
Mian Tariq Hassan is a Partner at Axis Law Chambers, widely recognized for his work in corporate advisory, mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investment, and employment law. He is ranked in IFLR1000 for both Mergers & Acquisitions and Project Development, and is a published author on employment relationships and third-party contracting in Pakistan.
Read Tariq's BioWaqqas Mir
Partner
Waqqas Mir joined Axis Law Chambers as a partner in 2016 and leads much of the firm's dispute resolution and regulatory advisory work. His practice spans constitutional law, antitrust law, commercial litigation, and environmental litigation, and he has contributed a chapter to "Litigating the Climate Emergency," published by Cambridge University Press.
Read Waqqas's BioSyed Shahab Qutub
Partner
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, and is recognized for his diverse practice and effective advice on complex legal issues.
Read Shahab's BioZara Shahid
Partner
Zara Shahid is a Partner at Axis Law Chambers ranked in the IFLR1000 rankings for Mergers & Acquisitions. She advises domestic and multinational clients on corporate transactions, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance, bringing meticulous attention to detail to every deal she leads.
Read Zara's BioMaira Rashid
Partner
Maira Rashid is a Partner at Axis Law Chambers, ranked in the IFLR1000 for Mergers & Acquisitions. Her practice focuses on corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactional work for clients across a range of industries.
Read Maira's BioMaria Farooq
Partner
Maria Farooq is noted for her work advising clients on regulatory matters and corporate governance, with a particular focus on multi-jurisdictional transactions requiring in-depth local knowledge and foreign exchange compliance expertise.
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