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Sohail & Partners LLP
Pakistan's Oldest Leading Law Firm
Sohail & Partners LLP
Pakistan's Oldest Leading Law Firm
Sohail & Partners LLP
Pakistan's Oldest Leading Law Firm

Size

We have the scale and ability to take on the largest companies

Experience

Our Partners have over 100 years of experience

Convenience

Open 24/7, Get Started over the Phone, No Office Visit Required

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Skilled Lawyers

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Great Rewards

Syed Bulent Sohail

About Our CEO

S.M. Sohail, Advocate, Founder of Sohail & Co est.1948 (Advocates & Legal Advisers) was an active participant in the freedom movement of Pakistan and served as the President of Provincial Muslim League and President of Bihar Muslim League Relief Fund. After independence, he became Secretary of Pakistan Bar Council overseeing the critical work of implementing legal reforms in the newly created nation. S.M. Sohail, Advocate was a prolific legal practitioner and a close legal associate of Barrister Hussain Shaheed Suhrawardy (later Prime Minister of Pakistan).

He was elected Karachi’s deputy mayor in 1956 and served as the Managing Director of Karachi Cooperative Housing Union, Founded the Bihar Muslim Housing Society, served as an elected member of the Karachi University Syndicate and Chairman Public Accounts Committee of West Pakistan Assembly and Senate Chair Foreign Affairs Committee of the West Pakistan Assembly. He was an ardent advocate of education and founded Sharfabad English School. Sohail University at Karachi has been founded in the memory of S.M. Sohail.

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Practice Areas

Our team spans the country in all major cities of Pakistan with partnerships and relationships of trust designed to deliver our clients fundamental needs. We are focused on growing, strengthening and defending the transactional regulatory and risk needs of our clients businesses.

What We Cover

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Banking and Finance

We provide litigation, debt recovery and restructuring services for our financial sector clients. Our corporate services include AML/CFT trainings to board members and C-suite management and compliance. Our Partners are accredited liquidators on the panel of Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and specialize in insolvency laws.

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Projects and Project Finance

We have represented private and public sector clients on setting up major projects in various sectors including technology zones authority of Pakistan, national aerospace science and technology parks, telecom companies, LNG terminals, pharma, aviation, hotels, FMCG and manufacturing.

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Litigation

The firm provides high quality litigation services across Pakistan. With offices in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore and Peshawar, the firm caters to litigation needs for its clients. Our litigation practice covers civil, criminal, constitutional, tax, white collar crime, employment, labour, consumer and public interest litigation. Our firm has extensive experience in representing clients before specialized tribunals national wide.

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Law, Policy & Regulation

The Firm is a leading services provider in the areas of legislative and regulatory reforms. We have advised governments, financial regulators and multilateral institutions in implementing law and policy reforms. We regularly advise private sector clients meet compliance, obtain approvals/licenses in the regulated sector space and represent clients in administrative proceedings before various regulators.

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Anti-Money Launder and Countering of Terrorism Financing

The firm is a leading AML/CFT provider in Pakistan. The firm has assisted the securities regulator overhaul its AML/CFT department which was critical in assisting Pakistan exit from FATF Grey List in 2021. The firm regularly imparts AML/CFT trainings to banks, senior management, compliance teams and front-end sales staff of FIs, Insurers, NBFCs, Brokers and DNFBPs. The firm’s partner has served a national expert on AML/CFT for UNODC and SECP.

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Corporate and Commercial Advisory

The Firm provides high quality corporate and commercial advisory both in contentious and non-contentious matters. We have advised various sectors including auto, oil, gas & LNG, minerals, securities market, financial sector, logistics, insurance, admiralty, intellectual property and contractual disputes.

Banking and Finance

We provide litigation, debt recovery and restructuring services for our financial sector clients. Our corporate services include AML/CFT trainings to board members and C-suite management and compliance. Our Partners are accredited liquidators on the panel of Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and specialize in insolvency laws.

Projects and Project Finance

We have represented private and public sector clients on setting up major projects in various sectors including technology zones authority of Pakistan, national aerospace science and technology parks, telecom companies, LNG terminals, pharma, aviation, hotels, FMCG and manufacturing.

Litigation

The firm provides high quality litigation services across Pakistan. With offices in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore and Peshawar, the firm caters to litigation needs for its clients. Our litigation practice covers civil, criminal, constitutional, tax, white collar crime, employment, labour, consumer and public interest litigation. Our firm has extensive experience in representing clients before specialized tribunals national wide.

Law, Policy & Regulation

The Firm is a leading services provider in the areas of legislative and regulatory reforms. We have advised governments, financial regulators and multilateral institutions in implementing law and policy reforms. We regularly advise private sector clients meet compliance, obtain approvals/licenses in the regulated sector space and represent clients in administrative proceedings before various regulators.

Anti-Money Launder and Countering of Terrorism Financing

The firm is a leading AML/CFT provider in Pakistan. The firm has assisted the securities regulator overhaul its AML/CFT department which was critical in assisting Pakistan exit from FATF Grey List in 2021. The firm regularly imparts AML/CFT trainings to banks, senior management, compliance teams and front-end sales staff of FIs, Insurers, NBFCs, Brokers and DNFBPs. The firm’s partner has served a national expert on AML/CFT for UNODC and SECP.

Corporate and Commercial Advisory

The Firm provides high quality corporate and commercial advisory both in contentious and non-contentious matters. We have advised various sectors including auto, oil, gas & LNG, minerals, securities market, financial sector, logistics, insurance, admiralty, intellectual property and contractual disputes.

Practice Areas

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Banking and Finance

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Projects and Project Finance

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Privatization

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Private Equity

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Capital Markets

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Corporate and Commercial Advisory & Compliance

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Competition Law

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Environment

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Intellectual Property and Trademark

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Technology

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Trade Remedies and International Trade

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Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Employment

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Telecom and Infrastructure

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Conveyancing and Property

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Fraud and Financial Crimes

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Business Entity Formation

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Litigation

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Our Team

The Best Advocay Team of Pakistan

Syed Bulent Sohail
Syed Bulent Sohail
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Barrister Babar Shahzad Imran
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Zarmeeneh Rahim
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Waqar Ahmad Janjua
Waqar Ahmad Janjua
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Our Clients

Our Offices

Our values

Sohail & Partner’s mission is to ensure the satisfaction of its clients through qualitative, expeditious (very effective turn-around time), and cost-effective professional services affording client ‘value for money’.

We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients, develop our talent and serve our communities.

We challenge ourselves to find creative long term solutions for our clients and their industry as a whole.

We proactively and invest in relationships to build synergies for the future between all stakeholders.

We aspire to compassion and inclusivity we value diversity and act mindfully.

What Our Clients Say About Us

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What areas of law does Sohail Partners LLP specialize in?
At Sohail Partners LLP

we specialize in a range of legal areas, including but not limited to family law, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and business law. Our dedicated team of attorneys brings expertise to address your specific legal needs.

How can I communicate with my attorney and stay updated on my case?

Communication is key, and we make it easy for our clients to stay informed. You can reach your attorney through phone calls, emails, or our secure client portal. Our team is dedicated to providing regular updates on the progress of your case, ensuring you are informed every step of the way.

Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, at Sohail Partners LLP

we believe in providing accessible legal assistance. We offer free online consultations to discuss your legal concerns and explore how our team can help you. Contact us to schedule your complimentary consultation.

How can I schedule a free online consultation?

Scheduling a free online consultation is easy. Simply Call us or drop a message, and our team will reach out to you promptly to arrange a convenient time for the consultation.

Do you provide online legal advice?

Absolutely. Sohail Partnersllp offers online legal advice to individuals and companies. Through virtual consultations, our experienced attorneys can provide guidance on your legal matters, answer questions, and discuss potential courses of action.

Do you handle legal matters for both individuals and companies?

Yes, we have experience representing both individuals and companies. Whether you are seeking personal legal advice or require assistance with corporate legal matters, our team is well-equipped to meet your needs.

Is my information kept confidential during online consultations?

Absolutely. We prioritize the confidentiality and security of your information. Our online consultations are conducted through secure channels to ensure that your privacy is protected at all times.

What documents or information should I have for the initial consultation?

To make the most of your initial consultation, it's helpful to have any relevant documents or information related to your case. During scheduling, our team will guide you on what specific details would be beneficial for the consultation.

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Achievements​

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Rules
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Special Economic Zones Rules 2013
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Acts
IPO Pakistan Act 2012
Special Economic Zones Act 2012
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NBFC Rules & Regulations
Companies Act 2017
Policies
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Syed Bulent Sohail

Advocate
Islamabad Office: House No. 3, Street 30, F – 8 /1, Islamabad.
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Syed Bulent Sohail

Syed Bulent Sohail is Managing Partner of Sohail & Partners, LLP. He is an Advocate of the High Courts with 23 years’ experience. Bulent has considerable experience in corporate, commercial, regulatory and policy matters having advised private, government and multilateral institutions.
Bulent played a lead role in the establishment of the Special Technology Zones Authority and the National Aerospace Science and Technology Parks in Pakistan. Bulent is a national expert for AML/CFT and an advisor to the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and assisted SECP rehaul its AML/ CFT framework contributing to Pakistan’s exit from the FATF grey list. He frequently consults with the World Bank and US Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program in Pakistan and the South Asia region as an international legal expert. Bulent regularly advises the SECP on litigation and corporate policy matters and serves as a Member, SECP’s Insurance Dispute Resolution Committee. He is a senior faculty at the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance and the Institute of Business Administration’s Centre of Executive Excellence. He is the founder President of the Continuing Legal Education Institute of Pakistan, which provides cutting edge trainings to professionals in Pakistan and abroad. Bulent has advised clients in the following sectors: systems integrators, fintech, PEs/VCs, climate finance, banks/non-banks, mining, oil & gas, LNG, auto, FMCGs, logistics, aviation, education & health, multilateral development agencies, regulatory agencies and Governments.
Bulent holds bachelors’ degrees (BA and LLB) from Canada and the UK and a Diploma in law and sustainability from University of Oxford.
Bulent is an avid traveler and enjoys playing competitive tennis.

Babar Shahzad Imran

Advocate, Supreme Court of Pakistan
Ex – Additional Advocate General, KP.
Head, Barrister Babar Chambers
14-15 A, Nasir Mansion, Railway Road, Peshawar
Islamabad Office: House No. 3, Street 30, F – 8 /1, Islamabad.
Cell: 0322-5132574
Email: barristerbabarchambers@gmail.com

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Barrister Babar S. Imran completed his LLB from University of Peshawar, Pakistan in 2003 and was called to the Bar by Gray’s Inn in 2009. He also holds an LL.M from Kings College London & a Graduate Diploma in Law from BPP, Law School, Manchester & is an Advocate of Supreme Court of Pakistan since Nov, 2021. He was appointed as an Assistant Advocate General, KP in 2019 & was promoted as an Additional Advocate General in 2021 & continued till 2023 after which he ventured into his own law practice.

On his return from UK, he initially worked with Rizvi, Isa, Afridi & Angel and in the team of Hidayatullah Khan Advocate, Supreme Court of Pakistan. Thereafter, he ventured into independent practice. Over the years he has developed himself as a General Practitioner of Law who has worked in most fields of law ranging from Criminal Litigation to various branches of civil law & is also an expert of corporate / commercial Law. Besides being Legal Advisor to many noted individuals of value, his clientele includes State Institutions as well as Multi National Companies. He is also the author of a number of legal publications. He is also the founding member of Continuing Legal Education Institute of Pakistan & is its Chairman, KP & also a visiting faculty Professor at KPK, Judicial Academy, Peshawar. He has to his credit more than 100 cases of which many are reported.

His Clientele includes noted organizations such as Unilever, National Foods Ltd, State Bank of Pakistan, ZTBL, The Bank of Khyber, Qazi Hussain Ahmed Medical Complex, SME Bank Ltd, Mardan Medical Complex, Bacha Khan Medical College, Tauraus Securities, Sindh Bank Ltd, Habib Bank Ltd, Bank Al-Habib etc.

One of his Chambers expertise is in Due Diligence stretched over a period of 15 years whereby the client is afforded with a one window solution in determining & finalizing property transactions ranging from Mortgage opinions, Vetting of all necessary documentation, genuineness and then registering of Deeds with the relevant authorities.

He can be reached at barristerbabarchambers@gmail.com

Zarmeeneh Rahim

Zarmeeneh Rahim Senior Partner

Zarmeeneh Rahim is Partner at Sohail & Partners LLP. She is an Attorney with more than 15 years’ legal experience, holds a LLM in International Human Rights Law from Queen Mary University, London, an LLB (Hons) from Durham University, United Kingdom and a BA (Hons) from McGill University, Canada. Zarmeeneh’s practice areas include corporate, regulatory law, international law, legislative policy and drafting, inter-governmental agency consultancies, legal education and training.
Zarmeeneh started her career at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP (Toronto) and thereafter joined the United Nations Office of Project Services (UNOPS) special assistant to the United Nations Secretary General, Mr. Iqbal Riza. She also worked at the United Nations Secretariat, Office of the Legal Counsel, UN HQ assisting the International Tribunals for Yugoslavia and Rwanda and the Special Court for Sierra Leone. Zarmeeneh served as general counsel and company secretary for L’Oreal Pakistan and as a senior associate at Vellani & Vellani focusing on intellectual property rights and competition law. She founded the corporate law magazine, The Counsel, and is a founder and general secretary of the Continuing Legal Education Institute of Pakistan.
Zarmeeneh likes to learn new skills from experimental cooking to visual art projects, DIY home renovations and gardening. She is also an avid tennis and cricket fan and enjoys yoga, swimming and hiking.