Practice Area

International Business Lawyer in Pakistan

Cross-border contracts, foreign investment, company setup and trade disputes, handled by a barrister-led team for clients doing business with Pakistan.

Lincoln’s Inn Barrister 18+ Years Experience 7 Offices Nationwide Overseas Clients Welcome
In short

What an International Business Lawyer at LawBridge Does for You

Doing business across borders means contracts in different jurisdictions, foreign investment rules, and disputes that cross frontiers. LawBridge LLP structures your Pakistani operations, drafts and reviews cross-border agreements, and protects your position if a deal goes wrong.

For foreign companies entering Pakistan and Pakistani businesses trading abroad, our team, led by Barrister Bilal Ashraf, gives commercial, practical advice.

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Scope of work

What We Handle

Cross-Border Contracts
Drafting and review of international sale, supply, agency and distribution agreements.
Foreign Investment
Structuring foreign investment and entry into the Pakistani market.
Company Incorporation
Setting up companies, branches and liaison offices in Pakistan.
Joint Ventures
Joint venture and shareholder agreements with local partners.
Trade and Commercial Disputes
International trade, payment and commercial disputes.
Compliance and Regulatory
Regulatory approvals, exchange and trade compliance.
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What Best Describes Your Situation?

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Your situation
Who this is for

In Pakistan or Abroad, We Act for You

Clients in Pakistan

From our seven offices we set up and advise businesses across Pakistan and coordinate with regulators and local partners.

Overseas Pakistanis

Foreign companies and overseas Pakistani entrepreneurs can instruct us entirely remotely, with documents and updates handled on WhatsApp and email.

No obligation

Tell Us What Happened, We Will Tell You Where You Stand

One WhatsApp message is enough to start. Tell us the deal or the dispute, and we will set out your options.

How it works

Four Clear Steps

1
Tell Us on WhatsApp
Describe your situation and share any documents. Photos and scans are fine to begin.
2
Get a Clear Opinion
We explain your position, your options, the realistic timeline and the cost involved.
3
We File and Appear
We prepare the case, file it in the right forum, and appear at every hearing for you.
4
Stay Updated
After each hearing you get a plain language update on what happened and what comes next.
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Documents to Have Ready

Tick what you already have. You do not need everything to begin, photos or scans are fine, then send your list straight to us.

Company or ID documents
The contract or term sheet
Details of the parties
Any approvals already held
Relevant correspondence
Details of the dispute (if any)

Not sure what applies to you? Just ask, we will guide you.

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Why LawBridge

Commercial Sense Across Borders

Barrister-led
Led by Barrister Bilal Ashraf, Barrister-at-Law (Lincoln’s Inn), Advocate of the High Court.
18+ Years
Experience structuring cross-border deals and resolving commercial disputes involving Pakistan.
Confidential
Your matter is handled with strict discretion, by a small senior team.
WhatsApp-first
Start, instruct, and stay updated on the app you already use, from anywhere.
Before you reach out

International Business Questions We Hear Most

Can a foreign company own a business in Pakistan?
In most sectors, yes, subject to the applicable rules and approvals. We advise on the right structure and handle the setup and compliance.
Which law and forum should our contract use?
That is a key commercial decision. We advise on governing law, jurisdiction and arbitration so disputes can be resolved predictably.
How long does it take to set up a company?
Timelines vary with the structure and approvals required. We give you a realistic schedule and manage the process end to end.
Can you act if we are based outside Pakistan?
Yes. We work with foreign clients entirely remotely, coordinating documents and updates over WhatsApp and email.
Do you handle international trade disputes?
Yes. We advise on and pursue or defend cross-border payment and commercial disputes, including arbitration where agreed.

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