Distinguished for having a dedicated labour and employment law practice, Akhund Forbes offers full-service capabilities in the areas of local, national, and international labour and employment matters. The team is particularly well-versed in advising major asset management companies on a wide range of mandates. The team is led by Sahar Iqbal, a noted expert in the field who handles non-litigious matters for clients across a wide range of sectors, including FMCG, fund management, TMT, energy, infrastructure, e-commerce, and manufacturing sectors.

With offices situated in Karachi and Islamabad, Yousaf Amanat & Associates enjoys a strong reputation in the field of labour and employment law, alongside a growing practice in data protection. Of recent note, the team has acted on behalf of a German chemical manufacturing company in an employee misconduct investigation. The team is co-led by the 'very seasoned and experienced lawyer' Yousaf Amanat, who brings over 20 years of experience to the area, and Karachi-based practitioner Noman Zahid.

With offices in Lahore and Islamabad, ABS & Co. provides a full-service labour and employment law offering in both contentious and non-contentious mandates. Covering both public and private employment law, the team deals with wage disputes, industrial action, and employee benefits, as well as labour and HR policies. The practice is headed by Imran Ahmed Malik, and he is supported by Ahmer Bilal Soofi.

Headquartered in Karachi, Khalid Anwer & Co. advises and litigates on behalf of several employers, covering large class-action suits, as well as smaller disputes. The firm is well-known for representing banks in complex labour-related matters in the highest courts in Pakistan. The team is co-led by Raashid Anwer, who strengthens the practice with over 23 years of experience, and Syed Mustafa Ali, who specialises in representing leading banks in employment-related matters.

Kilam Law is led by Ali Ibrahim, a noted expert in labour law, who operates from the Lahore office. His practice encompasses drafting employment contracts, handling industrial disputes, and advising on social security and benefits funds. The firm has acted on behalf of leading global brands such as Red Bull, advising on corporate compliance and labour contract law issues. Haris Azmat and Taimur Malik are also litigators of note.

Headquartered in Karachi, Liaquat Merchant Associates is skilled at representing companies, employees, and civil servants before the High Courts, Labour Courts, and Service Tribunals. Catering to both domestic and international clients, the firm regularly acts for international law firm DLA Piper and global management consultant McKinsey & Co., as well as leading national banks. Industry veteran Faresa Jafarey Ahsan leads the practice with the support of UK-based Hira Ahmad, a notable expert in the field who advises clients on drafting HR policies and employment contracts.

Orr, Dignam & Co. is well-placed to advise on a range of employment matters, such as local laws, contracts, and registrations for international and local blue-chip companies. The practice is co-led by Islamabad-based practitioners Zahir Riaz and Aliya Yusuf. Asim Nasim, Shahid Raza, and Umar Shahid complete the leadership team.

Headquartered in Lahore, Qureshi Law Associates is well-positioned to advise on employment law issues, especially for businesses entering into the Pakistani market. Led by Basharat Ali Mehmood, the team is experienced in reviewing employee contracts and drafting handbooks.

RIAA BARKER GILLETTE frequently litigates on behalf of employers and is equipped to provide advice on employment contracts, trade union matters, leave entitlements, and other HR issues. The team also specialises in providing nuanced advisory work in emerging labour markets, such as contract-based and outsourced labour for global companies. Karachi-based practitioner Shafaq Rehman leads the team.