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.
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.
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.
RIAA Barker Gillette is conducting a comprehensive review of green shipping practices in Pakistan. The study, mandated by PREIA and USAID, will analyze laws and develop recommendations to reduce environmental impact. By engaging stakeholders, the review seeks to build consensus on sustainable shipping. The findings will provide a roadmap to align the industry with environmental goals.
SECMC wins key litigation protecting Thar Coal project
The Sindh High Court recently dismissed a petition challenging the legality of a groundwater reservoir for Thar coal mining. RIAA Barker Gillette successfully represented SECMC, protecting a key CPEC energy project.
The Insurance Rules 2017 – Comparison with Insurance Rules 2002 and the Securities and Exchange Commission (Insurance) Rules 2002
The Insurance Rules, 2017 (“2017 Rules”) were promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan on 9 February 2017, which repealed the Insurance Rules, 2002 (“2002 Rules”) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (Insurance) Rules, 2002 (“SEC Rules”).
