Representing globally recognised companies, multinationals, and financial institutions, ABS & Co. has 'expertise in navigating complex energy projects'. Spearheading a number of significant projects, the firm has advised on the construction, development, and financing of power projects, housing societies, industrial estates, 5-star hotels, resorts, shopping malls, golf clubs, apartment complexes, dams, and other high-rise buildings. Lahore based practitioners Amna Warsi and Ayasha Warsi lead the team. In addition, Ahmed Reza Mirza has established himself as a leading expert in energy law.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'ABS & Co. have a very capable team to tackle legal matters.'
  • 'Highly recommended, particularly Ahmed Reza Mirza.' 
  • 'A highly-skilled and reputable force in the industry. Their expertise in navigating complex energy projects, in-depth knowledge of the industry and strategic thinking sets them apart, making them an invaluable partner for our energy projects.'
  • 'The team is committed to providing top-quality deliverables within efficient timelines.'
  • 'Ahmed Reza Mirza’s exceptional leadership and business acumen have been instrumental in navigating complex regulatory challenges, particularly his ability to delve deep into matters and find solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems.'
  • 'Ahmed Reza Mirza’s foresight in anticipating potential roadblocks ahead of time has given us a competitive advantage and his dedication to our success is immensely valued.' 
  • 'ABS & Co’s projects and energy team stands out as a distinguished player within the power and energy industry in Pakistan. They possess exceptional proficiency in finding solutions to intricate energy matters and profound industry insights.'
  • 'Ahmed Reza Mirza’s in-depth knowledge of the projects and energy sector is remarkable and it is evident that he is passionate about what he does. He possesses a knack for identifying creative solutions to complex challenges and his responsiveness and accessibility have been greatly appreciated, as they reflect his genuine commitment to our projects.'

Key clients

  • Power Construction Corporation of China
  • Quaid-e-Azam Thermal Power Ltd
  • National Transmission and Despatch Company
  • Petroleum Exploration Pvt Limited
  • Special Technologies Zones Authority
  • Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission
  • China Ghezhouba Group Company Limited
  • Engro Elengy Terminal Pakistan Limited
  • Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Limited
  • Saif Energy Limited
  • Agritech

Work highlights

  • Assisted Power Construction Corporation of China with preparing claims and negotiated terms of settlement in an EPC power project worth PKR34.89bn.
  • Advising Quaid-e-Azam Thermal Power Limited on issues arising under their EPC Agreement for the engineering, procurement and construction of an 1180 MW RLNG-based Power Plant at Bhikki.
  • Advised Pakistan's largest privately owned Exploration & Production (E&P) company, Petroleum Exploration Pvt Limited, on issues related to sale of gas from an active gas producing field.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Amna Warsi, Ayasha Warsi, Ahmed Reza Mirza