RIAA BARKER GILLETTE has played a leading role in Pakistan’s era-defining projects, namely the development of the first independent power project, international airport, and motorway. Boasting ‘in-depth understanding of the energy sector' the team provides clients with wide ranging advice, including on project structuring, EPC contracts, and shareholder agreements. The practice is headed by Hasnain Naqvee, who brings a wealth of experience in power projects and Pakistan’s private power sector. He is aided by Bilal Shaukat, currently advising the Government of Sindh on public private partnership agreements and the development of Dhabeji Special Economic Zone. They are supported by Ahsan Z Rizvi, who specialises in project development and financing documentation in connection with infrastructure and power projects. Yousaf Khosa is another key litigator and leverages his considerable expertise in the telecommunication, oil and gas, and construction sectors.
Testimonials
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- 'RIAA has always fostered a good relationship between clients, in-house counsel, and external lawyers by maintaining a prompt and efficient communication channel and a collaborative relationship to reach better levels of trust.'
- 'They have a strong commercial knowledge and in-depth understanding of the energy sector and have drafted and negotiated some crucial energy deals with us.'
- 'I recommend working with Bilal Shaukat due to his commercial knowledge and in-depth understanding of the energy sector. Further, what is most appreciable is his prompt responses and availability, regardless of whether he is in the country or not. This immediate accessibility has been key in strengthening my relationship and trust with him as the same is considered pivotal for in-house legal department.'
- 'Bilal Shaukat's positive attitude, work commitment and understanding of the company culture and its business needs has played an important role in maintaining and growing our relation together.'
- 'Ability to find out-of-the-box solutions, dispute resolution through amicable settlement, carry good repute amongst the stakeholder, and excellent grip on the subject.'
- 'The team is well-educated, coordinated, thorough and focused on the objective.'
- 'I have a long working relationship with RIAA Barker Gillette and I unhesitatingly say that this is a par excellence team of professionals who provide high-quality professional services to their clients. I have found them to be solution oriented, very thorough in their approach and team players. RIAABG as one of the best firms in Pakistan to provide high-quality services.'
- 'Hasnain Naqvi is one of the finest lawyers and corporate counsellors in Pakistan. He has an excellent ability to unravel complex legal question so as to fit them in the solutions required for their clients.'
Key clients
- KOAK Power Limited
- Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited
- Engro Energy Limited
- Mira Power Limited
- Government of Sindh
- Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation (Pvt.) Ltd.
- Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
- China Road and Bridge Corporation
- Etihad Power Generation Limited
- National Transmission and Despatch Commission
- Techno Engineering Services (Private) Limited
- Zahir Khan and Brothers
- Government of Balochistan
- Azad Pattan Power (Private) Limited
- S K Hydro (Private) Limited
- Nepal Water and Energy Development Company Private Limited
- GH2 Industries (Private) Limited
Work highlights
- Acting for Nepal Water and Energy Development Company Private Limited in relation to the development of a hydropower project.
- Assisted China Road and Bridge Corporation, China’s leading state-owned company, in successfully obtaining licenses to distribute and supply electricity in designated territories from the national regulator of electric power.
- Assisting Techno Engineering Services (Private) Limited with drafting project documents.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Hasnain Naqvee