Haidermota & Co Advocates
Client SatisfactionThe ‘impressive, hardworking, and knowledgeable’ team at Haidermota & Co Advocates is recommended for its work across the full spectrum of financial products and services. It deftly handles local and cross-border bilateral and syndicated lending deals, as well as Islamic and project financing matters. In addition, it covers other aspects of financing, such as acquisition and public sector financing. It also excels in advising on REITS, securitisations, and financing matters in the fintech space. Clients include local and foreign institutions, including banks and microfinance banks, as well as multilateral agencies. Senior partner Khozem Haidermota is highly sought after for his work on complex deals. Other names to note are Ali Vasi, Mohammad Anwer, Zahra Abid, Owais Aziz, and Shabbir Harianawala.
Testimonials
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‘Haidermota & Co. stands out in Pakistan for its diverse practice. The firm is well-versed in banking and finance laws not only in Pakistan but also in foreign jurisdictions, enhancing its ability to provide comprehensive, well-informed advice and opinions on novel financial solutions and complex legal issues.'
- 'HM&Co.'s uniqueness is owed to its highly experienced professionals, who are readily available to provide accurate and timely assistance to our queries.’
‘Zahra Abid possesses exceptional expertise in local and international banking and finance laws.'
'Their timely and expert advice has been invaluable to us. Their deep understanding of the industry and their ability to navigate complex legal issues sets them apart from the others. We highly value their responsiveness, professionalism, and the personal attention they bring to every matter.’
‘This firm has an excellent team, with each partner bringing specialised experience in their niche. It is arguably the top corporate/commercial law firm in Pakistan, known for its highly experienced lawyers.'
'The firm also stands out for its unique blend of internationally qualified and locally qualified lawyers, a distinction not commonly found in many firms in Pakistan.'
‘We routinely work with Zahra Abid - not only does she provide excellent advice based on our commercial requirements but her attention to detail and out-of-the-box solutions are to be applauded.'
‘Closely worked with Khozem and Shabbir Harianwala. Very cooperative. Always responded quickly and keen listeners and never interrupted during discussions.’
Key clients
- Habib Bank Limited
- Abhi (Private) Limited
- National Bank of Pakistan - Waves Singer Pakistan Limited
- Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited (“TMBL”)
- The Bank of Punjab
- United Bank Limited
- Habib Bank Limited - Education Services (Private) Limited
- Bank Alfalah
- Mashreqbank psc
- BankIslami Pakistan Limited
- Asian Development Bank
- Habib Bank Limited - CCL Pharmaceuticals (Private) Limited
- Mashreq Bank Pakistan Limited
- Arif Habib Dolmen REIT Management Limited
- MNT Halan Pak B.V.
- MCB Bank Limited - Indus Home Limited
- Kuda Technologies Limited
- City School (Pvt.) Ltd.
- Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited
- The Bank of Punjab and Bank Alfalah Limited
- Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited
- Paϊr Investment Company Limited - Renacon Pharma Limited
- KT Bank Pakistan Limited
- Bank Alfalah Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited
- Allied Bank Limited
- Askari Bank Limited
- Nishat Mills Limited
- Habib Bank Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited
- Citibank N.A.
- Bank Makramah Limited (formerly known as Summit Bank Limited)
- Citibank N.A. Pakistan
- United Bank Limited (“UBL”) - Signature Residency REIT
- Bank Makramah Limited
- Al Meezan Investment Management Limited
- United Bank Limited (“UBL”) - Business Vision Private Limited
- Tundra Fonder AB
- Khushali Microfinance Bank Limited
- National Bank of Pakistan (“NBP”) - Trans World Associates (Private) Limited
- Norton Rose Fulbright LLP
- United Bank Limited (“UBL”) - Dawood Lawrencepur Limited
- British International Investment PLC
- Narowal Energy Limited
- Saif Power Limited
- Halmore Power Generation Company Limited
- Karandaaz Pakistan – Imperial Electric Company Private Limited
- Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation Limited
- Bank of America Singapore Limited and Merrill Lynch International
- Karandaaz Pakistan - Dairyland (Private) Limited
- JS Bank Limited
- Pak Kuwait Investment Company (Private) Limited
- Shahtaj Sugar Mills Limited
- Ismail Industries Limited
- Peshawar Particle Board Industries (Private) Limited
- ZRK Industries (Private) Limited
- Halmore Power Generation Company Limited
- National Bank of Pakistan
- MCB Bank Limited
- EY Ford Rhodes
- Elixir Securities
- Saudi National Bank
Work highlights
- Acted as legal counsel to the client in relation to the client’s proposed merger with Silkbank Limited under Section 48 of the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962.
- Engaged as legal advisors to Mashreqbank psc to advise on the establishment of a digital retail bank in Pakistan.
- Acted as legal counsel to Habib Bank Limited in relation to unsecured, rated and privately placed Sukuk issue by The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBCO).
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Khozem Haidermota, Ali Vasi, Mohammad Anwer, Zahra Abid, Owais Aziz, Shabbir Harianawala