Energy Sector
The energy sector is dynamic and highly regulated. Our firm has been a pivotal legal advisor in the energy landscape since 1999, providing critical counsel to local public sector organizations and leading international energy companies. We possess extensive experience across all facets of the sector, from power generation to transmission and petroleum, with a strong focus on projects and disputes within Pakistan, Dubai, and surrounding regions. We also advise clients on energy matters with links to UK regulatory frameworks where applicable.
Our Track Record & Key Representations:
- Power Generation & Tariff Issues: Advising and representing on regulatory matters, upfront tariffs, and complex issues for electric power generation companies in various markets.
- Energy Transmission Projects: Leading legal support and representation for large-scale infrastructure, including HVDC transmission lines and CPEC regime projects in Pakistan.
- Oil & Gas Litigation & Policy: Representing LPG Marketing Companies in disputes, significantly contributing to the implementation of national LPG policies (e.g., LPG Policy 2016). Representation of Chairperson OGRA in oil shortage constitutional petitions resulting in expert report on causes of oil shortage. Representing leading boiler manufacturer in the US on upfront tariff in EPC for a major thermal power company.
- Regulatory & Commercial Agreements: Negotiating supply agreements (e.g., with LESCO, NTDC, PEPCO) and advising on competition laws for major manufacturers, extending our reach to international contractual standards.
- Arbitration & Dispute Resolution: Expertise in high-value arbitration awards, including complex franchise fee disputes for major petroleum companies like Pakistan State Oil (PSO), with an understanding of international arbitration best practices including those prevalent in the UK. Regular nomination by SNGPL as arbitrator in high-value complex arbitrations.