Catering to government, statutory bodies and financial institutions, ABS & Co. handles a broad range of corporate and M&A transactions. It represents several high-profile clients across a swathe of industries along with an established practice in the fintech space. The team is led by Sarjeel Mowahid who operates from the Lahore office; he is recommended for restructuring, FDI and corporate finance transactions. Samar Masood, who was promoted to partner in 2022, and Islamabad-based Shahrukh Iftikhar jointly lead the team. Ahmed Reza Mirza, Natalia Najam, and Manahil Gilani are other key figures.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The legal consultant team stands out due to their personalized approach, crafting solutions tailored to each transaction. Unlike generic methods, they prioritize nuanced strategies that align with clients' visions. The team's collaborative style, both in-person and virtually, accelerates transactions while their embrace of technology ensures seamless communication. Inclusivity enhances their diverse perspectives, contributing to high-quality advice.'
- 'The individuals I collaborate with stand out due to their professional yet approachable demeanor. Unlike competitors, they avoid imposing rigid approaches, preferring adaptable solutions tailored to each client. They excel in simplifying complex legal concepts for easy understanding and proactively identifying risks with mitigation strategies. Notable individuals like Ahmed Reza Mirza and Samar Masood go the extra mile to empower clients with transparent insights. Overall, our team's distinctive qualities encompass a balance of professionalism and approachability, adaptable strategies, and a knack for simplifying legal complexities, setting us apart as a choice that truly caters to clients' unique needs.'
- 'ABS & Co has a stellar reputation in the market for delivering exceptional legal services with a customer centric approach. Their large and diverse team are capable of handling client matters comprehensively and their research initiatives are sure to make a positive impact on the general legal sphere.'
- 'We have worked with Samar Masood for the last few years on a wide range of legal matters and find her approach, knowledge and client handling exceptional.'
Key clients
- TMC Private Limited
- Idealz E-Comm Private Limited
- Habib Rafiq Engineering Limited
- MediPak Limited
- Intellextual Solutions Private Limited
- AsiaPak Investments
- Swipbox Development ApS
- Baadmay Tech (Pvt) Limited
- Walk Through AI Limited
- Petroleum Exploration (Pvt) Limited
- Dr. Emran Amir
- Raqami
- MIC Global
- Waada Digital
- ZoodPay SA
- OrientSwiss SA
- HRL
- LCBDA
- CGGC
Work highlights
- Advised TMC Private Limited on the purchase of the ERP Business from Siemens Pakistan Engineering Company Limited.
- Handled the launch of the first-ever instalment card by ZoodPay and Mastercard in Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Georgia and other territories.
- Advised Petroleum Exploration on the legality, applicability and right of sale of gas to third party.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sarjeel Mowahid, Samar Masood, Shahrukh Iftikhar