Practice Area

Telecommunication

One of the most progressive specialties of the firm, acting for various market leaders in telecom and media sectors.

Overview

The convergence of telecommunications, technology, and media has created one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving legal landscapes in Pakistan. Our practice sits at this exciting intersection, representing industry leaders including PTCL, Ufone, ARY Digital, BOL Media Group, and Ten Sports. We understand that success in these sectors requires not just legal knowledge but deep industry insight and the ability to anticipate regulatory developments. From licensing and spectrum allocation to content regulation and interconnection disputes, we provide comprehensive support that enables our clients to innovate and compete effectively. Our experience before the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority and PEMRA, combined with our involvement in landmark media freedom cases, positions us uniquely to navigate the complex interplay between technology, regulation, and constitutional rights.

Services & Expertise
01Complete regulatory work and licensing
02Advising on rights and obligations of substantial market powers
03Operation of payphones, non-voice SMS, and audiotext services
04Interconnect disputes
05Print and electronic media licensing
06Software production and hardware R&D advisory
07End-user relationships, piracy, and licensing matters
08Call-center and medical transcription company operations
Notable Cases & Client Work
01PTCL - Various arbitrations, litigations, and disputes including LDI operations
02Telemedia Pakistan - Formulation of technical agreements and technology licensing contracts
03Acted on behalf of Mobilink in corporate and commercial negotiations
Client Portfolio
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL)Telemedia Pakistan (Private) LimitedUfoneWorldcall GroupMobizonePakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)Ten SportsARY Digital Media GroupBOL Media GroupNEO Media GroupPakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA)
Key Personnel

Syed Ali Naveed Arshad

Barrister-at-Law, Partner

Significant expertise in telecommunication. Acting for PTCL in arbitrations, litigations and LDI operations. Advised Telemedia Pakistan on technical agreements and technology licensing.

Barrister Jawad Khalid Niazi

Barrister-at-Law, Advocate High Court

Represented clients before PTA, PEMRA, and Competition Commission of Pakistan.

Barrister Mohammad Shoaib Razzaq

Senior Partner

Provided legal services to Ufone and Worldcall. Cases involving telecom licensing before Supreme Court and regulatory tribunals.