Area of Practice

International Trade Law

Quick answer

Cross-border transactions, trade regulation and business registration. Irfan Mir Halepota & Associates represents clients in this area before the relevant Karachi courts and tribunals.

Businesses trading into or out of Pakistan deal with a layer of regulation on top of ordinary commercial law — import/export licensing, trade remedy measures, and cross-border contract enforcement. We advise on structuring these transactions and represent clients in the disputes that follow when a cross-border deal goes wrong.

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What this covers

Import/export licensing and trade compliance
Cross-border commercial contract drafting and disputes
New business formation for foreign entities entering Pakistan
Trade remedy and anti-dumping matters
International arbitration and enforcement of foreign awards

Where we appear

Ministry of Commerce
High Court of Sindh
International arbitration institutions

Forum selection and limitation periods are often decided in the first conversation about a matter — the earlier we're involved, the more options remain open.

Common questions

Can you help a foreign company set up operations in Pakistan?

Yes — from choosing the right entity structure and SECP registration through to the regulatory approvals specific to your sector.

Is a foreign arbitral award enforceable in Pakistan?

Pakistan is a party to the New York Convention, so foreign awards are generally enforceable through the High Court subject to limited statutory grounds for refusal, which we assess on the specific award and contract.

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