In-Country Counsel for Foreign Clients in Lahore, Pakistan
In-Country Counsel & Representation Services for Foreign Clients
AUJ LAWYERS LLP is a full-service law firm based in Lahore, Pakistan, providing comprehensive legal representation to both domestic and international clients. With a strong foundation in corporate, regulatory, banking, commercial, and litigation matters, the firm has developed a specialized practice segment dedicated to representing foreign companies, overseas shareholders, global legal teams, and multinational enterprises needing reliable, on-ground legal support in Pakistan.
In-Country Counsel Services: In-country counsel services refer to the appointment of a dedicated local law firm to act as the official legal representative for a foreign company or international entity within Pakistan. This representation covers corporate compliance, litigation management, regulatory coordination, contract execution, governmental dealings, trademark/IP filings, and adherence to local laws. We offer a comprehensive suite of in-country legal services for foreign clients, including:
Corporate & Commercial Representation: We provide comprehensive corporate and commercial representation to foreign clients operating or investing in Pakistan. This includes representation before the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) for matters relating to incorporation, statutory filings, amendments in shareholding, and changes in directorship. The firm regularly drafts, reviews, and negotiates commercial agreements to safeguard the interests of international clients.
Litigation & On-Ground Court Representation: The firm represents foreign corporations, investors, and overseas entities in a wide range of civil, commercial, tax, labour, and banking disputes before Pakistani courts. We monitor and manage litigation filed in any part of Pakistan and oversees the filing of suits, written statements, replies, and applications. We also coordinate closely with foreign counsel to harmonize litigation strategies and maintain cohesive cross-border legal alignment.
Regulatory Compliance & Government Liaison: We undertake extensive regulatory compliance work, including responding to governmental notices, audits, inspections, and inquiries issued by various authorities. The firm represents international clients before regulatory bodies such as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA), Labour Departments, the Board of Investment (BOI), and other industry-specific regulators.
Support for Foreign Shareholders & Overseas Counsel: We provide dedicated support to foreign shareholders and overseas legal teams by safeguarding their interests in Pakistani business entities. The firm ensures corporate governance standards are properly maintained and acts as the authorized local representative for foreign stakeholders in communications, board resolutions, statutory filings, and related corporate matters.
Risk Assessment & Legal Monitoring: The firm conducts continuous legal risk assessments for foreign-owned businesses operating in Pakistan. We prepare periodic compliance reports, issues alerts on regulatory obligations, and proactively identifies and mitigates potential legal exposures to secure the client’s operational environment and long-term interests.
If you are a foreign company, international law firm, or overseas investor seeking trusted local representation in Pakistan, AUJ LAWYERS LLP is fully equipped to act as your in-country counsel in Lahore. For consultations, representation, or retainer engagement, contact us today and secure reliable legal support for your operations in Pakistan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is in-country counsel in Pakistan?
It refers to appointing a local law firm to represent a foreign company or international entity in all legal, regulatory, and corporate matters within Pakistan.
Do foreign companies need local representation?
Yes. Pakistan requires local compliance filings, corporate documentation, and representation before courts and regulatory authorities that cannot be handled remotely.
How does AUJ coordinate with overseas lawyers?
We work seamlessly with foreign legal teams, providing regular updates, reports, strategy notes, and compliance alerts in line with international professional standards.
Can AUJ handle litigation for foreign entities?
Absolutely. The firm conducts litigation across all major courts in metropolitan cities i.e. Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta etc and coordinates filings country-wide.
What documents are required for representation?
Typically, a board resolution, authorization letter, power of attorney and relevant corporate documents. Requirements vary depending on the nature of the matter.
Do you offer monthly retainers for foreign clients?
Yes, AUJ provides structured retainer model for continuous legal oversight, compliance monitoring, litigation handling, and representation.
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Email: support@aujlawyers.com Phone: + 92 42-35781150 & 52
Office No. 10, 4th Floor, Al-Latif Center,
Main Boulevard, Gulberg III, Lahore.
