Moiz Sohail
@moizsohail
I draft corporate, commercial, regulatory, and energy-sector legal advice in Pakistan.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
At ABS & Co., I draft legal opinions and advise on Pakistani corporate, commercial, regulatory, and sanctions matters, including cross-border investment, foreign exchange controls, and Gulf business structuring.
I work on energy regulatory matters, procurement eligibility, commercial agreements, virtual asset licensing, banking instruments, and not-for-profit entity structuring. My work includes exposure analysis for public-sector power entities and advice under PPRA, ADB, and provincial and federal regulatory frameworks.
Previously, I supported governance research at the Sub-National Governance Programme and completed legal and policy internships with the Pakistan Cricket Board, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and RIAA Barker Gillette. I also write for national newspapers and bring experience in public speaking and debating.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Associate
ABS & Co. (Advocates and Counsels)
Mar 2026 - Present (6 months)
Drafted comprehensive legal opinions on Pakistani corporate and commercial law, covering entity structures, cross-border investment, and regulatory compliance. Advised on procurement eligibility, energy regulatory matters, and commercial agreements.
Research Associate
Sub-National Governance Programme
Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 (4 months)
Conducted policy and governance research to support the development and evaluation of sub-national governance frameworks. Produced policy briefs, research reports, and stakeholder analyses on regulatory practices and decentralisation initiatives.
Legal Intern
Pakistan Cricket Board
Jul 2024 - Nov 2024 (4 months)
Drafted high-value agreements, legal opinions, and memos on various matters including land law and disputes. Participated in meetings with legal teams and studied government procurement rules under PPRA.
Intern
Ernst & Young Global Limited
Aug 2023 - Sep 2023 (1 month)
Studied sovereign wealth funds to draft a model for Pakistan's own fund. Worked with a team advising the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan on pricing methods for essential medication.
Intern
KPMG International Limited
Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 (2 months)
Studied contracts and consultations to understand the firm's process with public and private sector clients. Learned to create initial reports on large businesses and helped draft a data governance policy.
Intern
RIAA Barker Gillette Global Alliance
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 (1 month)
Reviewed precedent and legislation using Pakistan Law Site to assist in preparing legal opinions on corporate and commercial law queries. Assisted associates in reviewing project financing agreements in the energy sector.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SOAS University of London
LLB Single Honours, Law
2021 - 2025
Grade: Second Class Honours
Pursued an LLB Single Honours degree, achieving Second Class Honours. Studied Company Law, Commercial Law, Advanced Comparative Administrative Law, and completed an Independent Study Project.
Aitchison College
A Levels, General
2020 - 2021
Grade: Economics (A), English Literature (B), Mathematics (B), Physics (B)
Completed A Levels with grades: Economics (A), English Literature (B), Mathematics (B), Physics (B).
Aitchison College
AS Level, General
2019 - 2020
Grade: 4 A grades
Completed AS Level studies with 4 A grades in Mathematics, Economics, Physics, and English Literature.
Aitchison College
O Levels, General
2017 - 2019
Grade: 5 A* and 3 A
Completed O Levels with 5 A* and 3 A grades, including A* in English Language, Economics, and Mathematics.
Eynsham Primary School
Primary Level, Primary Education
Attended primary school in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.
Coney Hill Community Primary School
Primary Level, Primary Education
Attended primary school in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom.
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