GLCC crest — scales of justice within a shield

Global Law & Consultancy Company  ·  Islamabad  ·  Est. 1998

Counsel for the complex.

Pakistan's integrated legal & financial firm — attorneys, chartered accountants, tax specialists and strategists, working as one, under one roof.

Who we are

Since 1998, GLCC has united legal insight and financial acumen under one roof — empowering businesses, government agencies, embassies, NGOs and individuals with practical answers to their most challenging problems.

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The year our story begins — the founder's first appearance at the bar.

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Years as Pakistan's one-stop legal & financial firm.

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Combined years of founding-partner experience in law, banking & finance.

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Integrated practice areas — from the boardroom to the courtroom.

The legacy

1971

An advocate takes the floor

Mirza Qaisar Bakht begins his legal career — the first chapter of a lifetime spent where law and commerce meet.

19th-century engraving of a proctor in academic dress
1976

Two decades inside the banks

From 1976 to 1998, he works within the banking sector — mastering finance and corporate management from the inside, a rare vantage point for a lawyer.

Engraved eagle, watchful on its perch
1998

GLCC is founded

He unites both strengths in a single firm: legal insight and financial acumen under one roof. GLCC becomes a trusted advisor in corporate law, taxation, banking and litigation.

Portrait of founder Mirza Qaisar Bakht
Mirza Qaisar Bakht
Founder · Advocate High Court
2016

A new era of growth

Azeem-ul-Quder — Advocate Supreme Court, MBA in Banking & Finance — takes the helm as CEO, expanding GLCC's corporate, civil and tax practices for a global clientele.

Portrait of CEO Azeem-ul-Quder
Azeem-ul-Quder
CEO · Advocate Supreme Court
Mirza Qaisar Bakht

The Founder

Mirza Qaisar Bakht

Advocate High Court · Founder

Nearly four decades of legal and financial expertise. He began his legal career in 1971 and spent over twenty years in the banking sector before establishing GLCC in 1998 as a premier one-stop firm. Under his leadership, GLCC has excelled in corporate law, taxation, banking and litigation — blending legal insight with financial strategy for clients seeking comprehensive solutions.

Azeem-ul-Quder

The CEO

Azeem-ul-Quder

Advocate Supreme Court · Chief Executive Officer

Over thirty years of leadership in corporate affairs, finance and law. An alumnus of the University of the Punjab (B.A. Economics, LL.B) with an MBA in Banking & Finance, Chartered Accountancy training, and IT certifications from ICAP and the British Computer Society (UK). Senior roles at Saeed Kamran Patel & Co., China International Water & Electric Corporation and Jubilee General Insurance preceded his stewardship of GLCC since 2016. He is an adjunct lecturer in corporate law and a member of the Islamabad Bar Council and Rotary International.

What we do

Seven practices.
One roof.

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Corporate & Commercial Advisory

  • Mergers, Acquisitions & Restructuring — due diligence, transaction structuring, shareholder agreements, post-transaction integration.
  • Corporate Governance & Compliance — board structure, SECP & FBR filings, internal controls.
  • Entity Formation & Registration — structure selection, foundational documents, registrations.
  • Project & Finance Structuring — project financing, loan agreements, equity investments, financial modelling.
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Regulatory, Tax & Compliance

  • Regulatory Compliance Audits — corporate, tax, labour, environmental and sector-specific regulation.
  • Tax Planning & Dispute Resolution — advisory and representation before the FBR; audits and appeals.
  • Licences & Approvals — permits, regulatory interactions, ongoing compliance guidance.
  • Cross-Border & International Law — treaties, foreign investment regulation, trade compliance.
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Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Enforcement

  • Civil & Commercial Litigation — contractual claims and appeals before the courts.
  • Criminal & Financial Crime — defence and prosecution in white-collar and financial crime matters, informed by former NAB prosecution experience.
  • Enforcement & Recovery — pursuing judgments and safeguarding client interests through to execution.
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Insurance & Risk Management

  • Insurance Law Advisory & Claims — contracts, coverage disputes, claims for insurers and policyholders.
  • Risk Assessment & Internal Controls — frameworks that safeguard assets and operational resilience.
  • Forensic Accounting & Investigations — forensic audits in cases of fraud or compliance breach.
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Financial Management & Consultancy

  • Auditing & Accounting — internal and external audits, due diligence, financial statements.
  • Investment & Treasury Advisory — asset acquisition, portfolio management, capital markets, liquidity planning.
  • Payroll & HR Financial Support — payroll systems, benefits administration, statutory compliance.
  • Restructuring & Recovery — debt restructuring, workout plans, recovery strategies.
06

Employment & HR Law

  • Labour Law Compliance & Disputes — employment contracts, workplace policies, labour tribunal representation.
  • Workplace Investigations & Training — internal investigations and training on employment regulation and best practice.
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Technology, Data Protection & IT Advisory

  • Cybersecurity & IT Compliance — data protection law, IT governance, security of systems and personal data.
  • Technology Contracts & Licensing — negotiating and drafting the agreements behind modern operations.

In the tradition of the profession

Old craft.
Modern counsel.

The law is an old discipline — argued in wigs and gowns long before it was argued over conference calls. GLCC carries that tradition forward: the rigour of the courtroom, the discipline of the ledger, and the judgment that only decades of practice can teach.

Engraving of an advocate addressing the court
Plate I — The Advocate
Hand-coloured engraving of a Cambridge proctor, 1815
Plate II — The Proctor, 1815
Dark engraved eagle

Watchful. Deliberate. Unmoved.

What we hold

Seven values,
held without exception.

  1. I

    Integrity

    The highest ethical standards — transparency and accountability in every action.

  2. II

    Excellence

    The highest quality in all we do, striving to exceed client expectations.

  3. III

    Client Focus

    Our clients' goals drive our approach — personalised solutions aimed squarely at their objectives.

  4. IV

    Innovation

    Forward-thinking ideas and technology in the service of effective counsel.

  5. V

    Collaboration

    Teamwork within GLCC and with our clients — collective effort yields optimal outcomes.

  6. VI

    Respect & Inclusion

    Dignity for everyone, and diverse perspectives in an inclusive environment.

  7. VII

    Responsiveness

    Agile and proactive — timely communication and swift action on our clients' behalf.

The people

A multidisciplinary bench.

Attorneys, MBAs, tax specialists, risk managers, HR consultants and IT experts — working together seamlessly.

Nabeel Rehman

Associate Member · Advocate High Court

Over a decade in civil and labour law, serving embassies, NGOs and international organisations across borders.

Waqar Abbasi

Associate · Former NAB Prosecutor

Fifteen years prosecuting financial crimes with Pakistan's National Accountability Bureau — a cutting-edge perspective on anti-corruption litigation.

Zainab Sabahat Ali

Manager of Legal Affairs

Law graduate and educationist with twenty years of experience, including UN OCHA and USAID — international standards in every strategy.

Malik Muhammad Saleem

Associate · Advocate High Court

Over twenty years in civil, corporate and labour law, crafting strategic solutions for a diverse clientele.

Zia Ullah

Chartered Accountant

Finance specialist with 15+ years in internal controls and due diligence — critical advisory for NGOs and non-profits.

Zohra Bano

Gender Specialist · Gold Medalist

Extensive experience in gender studies and sustainable development, leading initiatives for UNICEF, Oxfam and other global organisations.

Ikram Ullah Baig

Cyber & IT Specialist

IT systems expert with banking-sector experience, keeping GLCC's operations secure and technologically ahead.

Fazal Karim

Accounts & Finance Consultant

Over ten years in accounting and compliance, optimising clients' financial operations.

The company we keep

Trusted by banks, embassies
& multinationals.

Financial InstitutionsKhushali Bank LtdJubilee General Insurance Co. Ltd
Diplomatic MissionsEmbassy of the Kyrgyz RepublicEmbassy of Kenya
MultinationalsChina International Water & Electric CorporationXianjian Beixin Construction Company
Local EnterprisesNetpaq (Pvt) LtdPatriot Trading (Pvt) LtdShan Development (Pvt) Ltd
AndNGOs, charitable trusts & private clients worldwide
"GLCC's expertise was instrumental in resolving a complex regulatory issue for our organisation. Their team was professional, responsive, and delivered results beyond our expectations."
— Director of Operations, Leading NGO
"As a growing business, we needed sound legal and financial guidance. GLCC provided a seamless service with practical solutions and clear communication at every step."
— CEO, Local Technology Company
"The GLCC team handled our embassy's corporate compliance needs with dedication and insight. Their advice was clear and timely, making a real difference for us."
— Ambassador, Foreign Embassy in Islamabad

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Let us be your
trusted partner.

Reliable, professional and tailored legal & financial services — from Islamabad, for clients everywhere.

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Building No. 37, Street No. 82,
Sector G-8/1, Islamabad, Pakistan

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+92 51 2331515
+92 333 5719317

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