M.A. Awan & Co.

M.A. Awan & Co. (MAACO)

Advocates & Corporate Consultants

Firm Overview

M.A. Awan & Co. (MAACO) is a full-service law firm headquartered in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, delivering high-quality legal representation and advisory services across civil, criminal, corporate, commercial, tax, service, real estate, and banking laws. With an unwavering focus on professionalism, integrity, and client care, the firm provides comprehensive dispute-resolution and advisory support to corporate entities, financial institutions, SMEs, and individual clients.

MAACO has established a strong reputation for effectively managing complex legal disputes, including commercial and corporate conflicts, tax and regulatory litigation, intellectual property matters, service and labour disputes, family law issues, rent matters, and high-value civil claims. Our practice is driven by a strategic, solutions-oriented approach, ensuring that each matter is handled with precision and commercial awareness.

Vision Statement

To be recognized as one of Pakistan’s most trusted and client-centric litigation and advisory firms—delivering excellence, innovation, and integrity in every aspect of legal representation. We aspire to set new benchmarks for quality, professionalism, and strategic advocacy in the legal sector.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide exceptional legal services that safeguard our clients’ interests through informed, strategic, and effective representation. We are committed to continuous professional development, staying ahead of emerging legal and regulatory trends, and adopting a proactive approach to dispute resolution. Through dedication to quality, transparency, and client empowerment, MAACO strives to remain a leading force in Pakistan’s legal landscape.

Our Legal Team

MAACO is supported by a team of accomplished advocates of the Supreme Court and High Courts, combining diverse specializations, deep subject-matter expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence. Each client benefits from tailored, hands-on engagement by senior counsel.

A defining strength of the firm is the direct involvement of the Managing Partner, Mr. M. Aslam Awan, whose extensive experience and strategic insight ensure that every case receives personalized attention and well-structured legal solutions.

Our lawyers bring multidisciplinary experience across litigation, corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. The legal teams are supported by a highly trained group of paralegals, research associates, and administrative professionals led by an experienced office manager, ensuring seamless operations and timely client service.

Senior Leadership

M. Aslam Awan

Advocate High Court

Founder & Managing Partner

Qualifications

LL.B (Distinction)

MBA (Finance), MS (Banking & Finance)

Certificate in Islamic Law (IIU)

Diploma in Industrial Relations & Labour Laws (PIM)

Certified Islamic Banker (NIBAF–SBP)

Associate Member – IFAP

Associate Member – IBP

Fellow Member – PIPFA

Certified Mediation Advocate

Professional Memberships

Islamabad Bar Council

Islamabad High Court Bar Association (Life Member)

Islamabad Bar Association (Life Member)

Rawalpindi Islamabad Tax Bar Association (Life Member)

Rawalpindi District Bar Association (Life Member)

Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Mr. M. Aslam Awan is a distinguished Advocate of the High Court and founding partner of MAACO. With more than two decades of extensive legal, corporate, and financial exposure, he is well-known for his disciplined legal approach, analytical clarity, and comprehensive understanding of multifaceted legal issues.

Before establishing his independent practice, he gained valuable experience with one of Pakistan’s premier law firms and spent over a decade in senior positions in reputable financial institutions. This unique combination of litigation and financial-sector experience enables him to offer strategic legal advisory grounded in practical commercial realities.

His primary areas of expertise include Banking Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, Taxation, Immigration, and Human Rights. He has represented major corporations, banks, SMEs, and individuals before the High Courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities. His extensive experience spans commercial disputes, company matters, tax litigation, banking recoveries, and regulatory compliance.

He is also an accomplished legal draftsman and negotiator, with significant experience in structuring commercial transactions, drafting corporate agreements, and advising on regulatory frameworks. As an academic, he has served as visiting faculty for more than a decade, teaching corporate, tax, and labour laws at leading institutions in the twin cities.

Imran Haider Bhatti

Advocate Supreme Court of Pakistan

Partner – Principal Consultant (Litigation)

Mr. Bhatti, an Advocate of the Supreme Court, oversees the firm’s litigation department and manages high-stakes disputes across constitutional, civil, commercial, service, and regulatory matters. He appears routinely before the Supreme Court, High Courts, and specialized tribunals. Known for his meticulous preparation and strong courtroom advocacy, he ensures that the firm’s litigation standards remain consistent with best national practices.

Muhammad Kashif Khan

Advocate High Court

Partner – Head of Criminal Litigation

Mr. Kashif Khan leads the firm’s Criminal Litigation Division. His practice spans financial crimes, NAB matters, FIA inquiries, white-collar offences, and conventional criminal trials. He is widely recognized for his strong courtroom presence and rigorous case preparation. He supervises trial teams and manages complex and sensitive criminal matters with discretion and professionalism.

Ch. Usman Ahmed

Advocate High Court

Partner – Head of Civil & Family Litigation

Mr. Usman Ahmed heads civil and family litigation, regularly appearing before civil and family courts and the High Court. His practice includes property disputes, contractual claims, guardianship, dissolution of marriage, inheritance, and maintenance matters. He is valued for his structured approach, sound advocacy, and ability to guide clients through both personal and commercial disputes.

Ahmed Ali Raja

LL.B (UK), Advocate High Court

Partner – Head of Corporate & Commercial Litigation

Mr. Raja leads the firm’s corporate and commercial litigation practice. With international training and a refined legal method, he advises on commercial disputes, regulatory matters, SECP litigation, contractual claims, and complex corporate controversies. His work integrates global best practices with local legal requirements.

Muhammad Atif Khan

LL.B (UK), Advocate High Court

Partner – Head of Corporate Advisory & Consultancy

Mr. Atif Khan heads the advisory wing, specializing in corporate governance, compliance, commercial structuring, labour law, and regulatory consultancy. He works closely with domestic and international clients on corporate transactions, compliance frameworks, and policy development, ensuring risk-management and operational efficiency.

Practice Areas

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Civil, criminal, corporate & commercial litigation
• Arbitration, mediation & ADR
• Banking litigation & financial disputes
• Real estate & property conflicts
• Consumer protection & contractual enforcement
• White-collar crimes, AML & cybercrime matters
• Representation before Supreme Court, High Courts, tribunals, & regulators

Banking, Finance & Investment Advisory

• Legal advisory on financial transactions & securities
• Drafting of banking instruments & security documentation
• Investment structuring & private equity advisory
• Regulatory compliance for banks & financial institutions
• Islamic banking & Shariah-compliant finance
• Loan recovery & financial dispute management

Family Law & Personal Legal Services

• Marriage, divorce, Khula & maintenance matters
• Custody, guardianship & inheritance disputes
• Estate planning, wills & probate
• Succession certificates & family settlements

Corporate & Commercial Law

• Business formation & corporate structuring
• Corporate governance & shareholder matters
• Mergers, acquisitions & joint ventures
• FDI & corporate restructuring
• Contract drafting, vetting & negotiations
• Regulatory approvals & compliance advisory
• Winding-up & liquidation

Taxation & Financial Advisory

• Income tax, sales tax, excise & customs
• Compliance, planning & strategic tax advisory
• Representation before tax authorities & tribunals
• International taxation, transfer pricing & treaties
• Tax audits, disputes & risk assessments
• Due diligence & financial structuring

Labour & Employment Law

• Employment contracts & HR policies
• Compliance with labour, EOBI, Social Security & Wage Board laws
• Employee benefits & workplace regulations
• Labour disputes, terminations & litigation
• Industrial relations & trade union matters
• OHS compliance

Intellectual Property & Technology Law

• Trademark, copyright & patent protection
• Licensing & technology transfer
• IT, fintech & e-commerce regulatory compliance
• Cyber law, data protection & privacy
• Software development & outsourcing agreements
• Anti-counterfeiting & IP enforcement

Real Estate & Property Law

• Legal due diligence & title verification
• Drafting of sale deeds & tenancy agreements
• Land acquisition & joint ventures
• Real estate litigation & possession matters
• Construction contracts & regulatory compliance
• Housing society & property management advisory

Regulatory Compliance & Government Relations

• Compliance with SECP, FBR, SBP & BOI
• Environmental & sectoral regulatory approvals
• PPPs & infrastructure advisory
• NGO/NPO registration & compliance
• Anti-corruption & AML advisory

Immigration & Citizenship

• Business visas, residency & citizenship
• Immigration appeals & legal representation
• Expatriate compliance & dual nationality advisory
• Asylum & refugee status matters

Monthly Retainership Services

MAACO offers a structured Monthly Retainership Program designed to provide continuous legal support at a predictable cost. This model ensures priority access to senior counsel, timely advisory, and comprehensive legal coverage.

Scope of Services

1. General Legal Advisory – Ongoing consultation, written opinions & compliance guidance

2. Drafting & Vetting – Contracts, notices, agreements & corporate documentation

3. Corporate & Regulatory Compliance – SECP, FBR, SBP & statutory filings

4. Litigation Support – Pre-litigation assessment, notices & strategy (appearance fees billed where applicable)

5. Negotiation & Transactional Support– Meeting participation & settlement advisory

6. HR & Labour Management – Employment policies, disputes & regulatory compliance

7. Taxation Services – Compliance, planning, audits, disputes & representation

Benefits

• Predictable monthly legal costs
• Priority access to senior partners
• Fast turnaround for legal documents
• Preventive legal protection & risk mitigation
• Comprehensive coverage across practice areas

Fee Structure

Packages are customized for:

Startups • SMEs • Corporations • Financial Institutions • NGOs/NPOs • Professionals • Specialized Industries

Engagement Process

1. Retainership Agreement

2. Dedicated focal person

3. Monthly reporting

4. Client legal file setup & document management