A business agreement records who does what, for how much, and what happens if something goes wrong. Contracts in Pakistan are governed by the Contract Act, 1872, and must be stamped under the Stamp Act, 1899. Clear payment, termination, liability and dispute-resolution clauses prevent most commercial disputes.
Who this is for
- Businesses entering a new supplier, client or distributor relationship
- Companies sharing confidential information
- Parties forming a joint venture
- Businesses signing a contract drafted by the other side
How the business & corporate agreements process works
- 1
Understand the deal
We learn the commercial terms and the risks that matter to you.
- 2
Draft or review
We draft the agreement or mark up the other side’s draft.
- 3
Negotiate
We explain each change and support negotiations.
- 4
Finalise
We finalise the agreement and advise on stamp duty and signing.
Documents you need
- ◆Term sheet or summary of the deal
- ◆Any draft received from the other side
- ◆Company details of both parties
- ◆Previous agreements, if any
Timeline and fees
| Timeline | Most agreements are drafted or reviewed within three to seven working days. |
|---|---|
| Fees | A fixed fee, quoted in writing after we review your documents. Government fees, stamp duty and filing charges are listed separately so nothing is hidden. |
| Governing law | Contract Act, 1872 · Stamp Act, 1899 · Arbitration Act, 1940 |
Agreements we draft
- Service and consultancy agreements
- Supply and distribution agreements
- Non-disclosure agreements (NDA)
- Joint venture and cooperation agreements
- Franchise and licensing agreements
- Employment and non-compete agreements
Clauses that matter most
Payment terms, delivery, termination, limitation of liability, confidentiality and dispute resolution are where most disputes start. We make sure they are clear.
Frequently asked questions
Is an agreement on plain paper valid?
It can be valid, but unstamped agreements may not be admissible as evidence until the stamp duty and penalty are paid.
Should my contract have an arbitration clause?
Often yes, for commercial contracts. It keeps disputes private and usually faster to resolve.
Can you review a contract written by the other party?
Yes. We mark the risky clauses and suggest changes.
