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Top rankings in Chambers Asia Pacific 2024

We are pleased to have again been recognised as a leading law firm in Pakistan in the Chambers Asia Pacific Guide 2024, published by Chambers and Partners.

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RIAA Barker Gillette represent Turkish soda ash exporters in an anti-dumping duty dispute

RIAA Barker Gillette is representing Turkish exporters of soda ash in an appeal before the Islamabad High Court. This article outlines the proceedings' background, their current status, and the implications of a decision on the industry.

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RIAA Barker Gillette wins case against stay order on abuse of process grounds

The judgment given by the Sindh High Court develops the law on stay orders obtained by abuse of process.

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Partner Omer Soomro appointed as Minister

Distinguished partner and head of RIAA Barker Gillette's dispute resolution practice in Karachi, Omer Soomro, has been appointed Minister for Law, Religious Affairs and Human Rights in the Sindh caretaker Provincial Cabinet.

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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.

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Restraining injunction secured for SAPT

RIAA Barker Gillette recently secured an important injunction restraining the Karachi Port Trust from drawing down on our client South Asia Pakistan Terminals' $2 million guarantee. This was a significant win in an ongoing dispute related to construction of a deep-water container terminal. Courts rarely restrict parties from taking demand guarantees, so obtaining the injunction was important development. Our team continues working to resolve the underlying issues.

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Getting the Deal Through

Country Focus: Pakistan - The Legal Landscape (published June 2019)

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Covid-19’s impact on businesses in Pakistan: key legal considerations

In order to curb the spread of COVID-19, governments around the world have implemented measures to enforce social distancing in order to avoid burdening healthcare systems. Such measures have also been enforced in Pakistan. 

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The International Comparative Legal Guide to Telecoms, Media & Internet Laws & Regulations 2019

A practical cross-boarder insight into telecoms, media and internet laws and regulations.

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LexisNexis Mergers & Acquisitions Guide 2019

The sixth annual complimentary guide to understanding M&A practices around the world with an Asia-Pacific focus.

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LexisNexis Foreign Investment Law Guide 2018-2019

The second annual complimentary guide to understanding foreign investment practices around the world with an Asia-Pacific focus.

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Getting the Deal Through

Country Focus: Pakistan - The Legal Landscape (published June 2017)

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