Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Law

Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Law

In the fast-evolving world of technology, media, and telecommunications, our firm serves as a leading advisor, helping clients innovate while staying compliant with law. We have been at the cutting edge of TMT law in Pakistan, even playing a role in the development of key legislation and policies. We counsel a broad range of clients, from telecom operators and internet service providers to TV channels, film producers, digital content platforms, and tech startups. In telecommunications, we assist clients with licensing and regulatory compliance under the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) Act and PTA regulations​. We have advised major telecom companies and new market entrants on spectrum auctions, infrastructure sharing agreements, interconnection, and regulatory challenges. Our team has been involved in milestone telecom projects and transactions, including privatizations and network rollouts, giving us insight into both corporate and technical aspects of telecom ventures​. We also handle telecom disputes, representing operators in proceedings before the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and in constitutional litigation concerning telecom rights (for example, challenges against regulatory decisions)​.

In media law, our firm assists broadcasters (TV and radio), publishers, and online media companies with their legal needs. We help clients obtain necessary licenses from the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and advise on compliance with content regulations and advertising standards​. Our media practice has guided clients through issues such as broadcasting rights agreements, satellite transmission arrangements, and distribution contracts for content providers​. We approach these matters with a commercial mindset, understanding that timely regulatory approvals and clear contracts are vital for media operations. For international media companies entering Pakistan, we provide counsel on foreign investment regulations and setting up local operations (e.g., branch offices)​.

On the technology front, we handle legal matters for IT and software companies, e-commerce businesses, and emerging tech sectors like fintech and digital payments. Our services include drafting and negotiating software development and licensing agreements, cloud services contracts, and data protection policies. With data privacy becoming increasingly important, we advise clients on compliance with data protection standards and cybersecurity laws, including guidance on Pakistan’s Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and any forthcoming personal data protection legislation. We also manage intellectual property portfolios for tech clients, ensuring their innovations (from code to proprietary systems) are protected. Whether it’s a startup seeking venture capital or an established tech firm facing a regulatory inquiry, we offer clear, actionable legal advice that balances innovation with risk management​. Our multidisciplinary TMT team stays updated on global trends and local regulatory changes, so we can anticipate challenges and help clients seize opportunities. In a field defined by rapid change, we remain a steady partner to our clients, facilitating their growth and compliance so they can focus on what they do best.

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