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August 18, 2023

Endeavor Global expands into Pakistan

RIAA Barker Gillette played a key role in Endeavor Global's expansion into Pakistan by establishing Endeavor Pakistan. This marks Endeavor's 40th office worldwide.

Endeavor Global is a leading global community that selects, supports and invests in high-impact entrepreneurs to build thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems in emerging and underserved markets worldwide. Endeavor Global has recently established a presence in Pakistan by setting up a new non-profit entity, Endeavor Pakistan. This marks their 40th office globally, a major milestone in Endeavor’s mission to support economic growth through entrepreneurship.

We played a pivotal role in licensing and incorporating Endeavor Pakistan as a not-for-profit Section 42 company. This new office is anchored by strong founding members who are leaders in major businesses, multinationals and venture capital funds in Pakistan. With deep roots across multiple industry sectors in Pakistan, Endeavor Pakistan aims to support high-potential entrepreneurs in the country.

Our team is currently assisting Endeavor Global and Endeavor Pakistan with obtaining necessary permissions for foreign funding, ensuring adherence to local laws and regulations to pave the way for Endeavor’s smooth expansion into the Pakistani market.

Our corporate partner, Shafaq Rehman, leads the team advising Endeavor Global and Endeavor Pakistan.

“Our association with Endeavor Global reinforces is a testament to our capability to serve the new generation of tech and entrepreneurship driven businesses thriving in Pakistan. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented here and are excited to play a role in enabling the next wave of entrepreneurial success in the country.”

Shafaq Rehman, Corporate Partner, RIAA Barker Gillette

We look forward to supporting Endeavor’s growth in Pakistan. Our expertise helps emerging companies and non-profits successfully navigate complex regulatory environments while pursuing expansion. We provide strategic advice to empower innovative ventures.  

Contact Shafaq Rehman today for legal advice on Pakistan’s startups, emerging businesses and non-profits.

This article is not legal advice; it provides information of general interest about current legal issues.


RIAA Barker Gillette is Pakistan’s premier law firm, with an on-the-ground presence in four major cities in Pakistan: Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, and Peshawar, and affiliated offices in Dubai (DIFC) and London.

The firm practices in all areas of corporate, commercial and dispute resolution law. Leading international legal directories consistently recognize the firm as a top-tier law firm in Pakistan.

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RIAA Barker Gillette is the exclusive member firm in Pakistan for Lex Mundi, the world’s leading network of independent law firms with in-depth experience in over 125 countries worldwide.  

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  • Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025

    "RIAA Barker Gillette has always had the most apt ability to handle, manage and steer complex and difficult matters in the right legal direction."

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    "We have worked with RIAA on a number of complex multi-jurisdictional matters. Throughout, they provided not only exceptional local advice but proved excellent at collaborating with firms across the world. They were instrumental in developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy."

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    "Our operation is complex and has many nuances, and they have helped us navigate all of them promptly and professionally."

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