We specialize in and give advise on all types of corporate transactions - joint ventures, group reorganizations, private equity investment and capital reconstructions; we also assist companies (listed/unlisted) and their directors and management on compliance issues, corporate counseling also entails negotiation, due diligence and portfolio evaluation in connection with mergers, acquisitions, investments, spin-offs, private placements, public offerings, refinancing, restructuring, security agreements and credit agreements;

Corporate finance & Foreign investments/participation

Venture capital
We advise companies or management teams looking for funding, and we act for an increasing number of venture capital firms generally and for overseas Pakistani investors, particularly. Our in-depth knowledge and experience in this field of the technology sector allow us to provide a comprehensive advisory service to the investors in the complex arena of new media and technology etc. This specialized focus, coupled with extensive corporate and Venture capital/Joint Venture capital experience, enables NSLA to structure and deliver deals which address and satisfy the commercial realities faced by our clients.

Debt finance
We have extensive experience of acting for banks, other funders and borrowers on secured and other lending transactions. Our experience includes: restructurings, refinancing, loan stock issues, lease finance, project finance, securitisations and other structured financings.

Mergers and Acquisitions
NSLA represents clients in organizational matters, mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate, lending and workout transactions. In addition, the Firm has worked in every important facet of commercial lending, financial restructuring, workouts, corporate, financial planning, corporate reorganizations and bankruptcy. Over the years, the work has included voluntary mergers and the acquisition of failed institutions undergoing liquidation by government authorities.

Taking over
Promoting and protecting our clients' interests in Mergers and Control Contests NSLA lawyers are experienced in takeover contests. In contested situations, initiating or defending litigation may be critical to outcome. Preemptive action may win the day. Effective advocacy often prevails.

Privatization and Revival of Sick Units & Investments
Our practice includes extensive work with local and overseas as well participating in Investments in Pakistan whether in Privatization and Revival of Sick Units or setting up of new units.

Asset Management
NSLA serves the specific needs of the asset management industry by providing a full range of strategic legal and related advisory services to a diverse group of clients, including management firms, financial institutions, investment banks, investment funds, and holding companies.

Our attorneys have extensive experience advising clients in connection with all of their asset management activities, including investment products, investment transactions, extraordinary transactions