Telecommunication, Media & Technology

Regulatory, Commercial & Technology-Driven Disputes

JuristiQ Chambers advises and represents clients in high-value, complex, and regulatory-intensive disputes across the telecommunications, media, and technology sectors in Pakistan. Our practice sits at the intersection of public law, commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement, and cross-border technology disputes, with a strong focus on appellate and constitutional advocacy.

We act for telecom operators, ISPs, broadcasters, digital platforms, technology companies, investors, and regulators, particularly where disputes involve licensing, spectrum, compliance, enforcement action, and emerging technologies.

Regulatory Framework

Our TMT disputes practice is grounded in Pakistan’s principal regulatory regimes, including:

• Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organisation) Act, 1996

• PEMRA Ordinance, 2002

• Electronic Transactions Ordinance, 2002

• Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 (PECA)

• Competition Act, 2010

• Copyright Ordinance, 1962 and allied IP statutes

We regularly engage with PTA, PEMRA, FIA, Competition Commission of Pakistan, and relevant federal ministries.

Telecommunications Disputes

We act in disputes involving telecom operators and service providers, including:

• Licensing and renewal disputes

• Spectrum allocation, pricing, and refarming issues

• Interconnection and infrastructure sharing disputes

• Quality of service and compliance penalties

• Suspension, revocation, and show-cause proceedings

• Revenue share, USF, and APC disputes

Our work frequently involves regulatory appeals and constitutional challenges before the High Courts and the Supreme Court.

Media & Broadcasting

JuristiQ Chambers advises broadcasters, content producers, and media groups in disputes relating to:

• PEMRA licensing, suspension, and revocation

• Content regulation and censorship

• Fines, penalties, and enforcement action

• Election coverage and political broadcasting

• Freedom of expression and constitutional protections

We regularly act in urgent interim matters involving suspension of transmission or regulatory restraint.

Technology & Digital Platforms

We advise technology companies and digital businesses in disputes involving:

• Platform regulation and compliance

• E-commerce and online marketplace disputes

• Data protection and privacy-related claims

• Technology procurement and IT outsourcing disputes

• Cross-border technology contracts and licensing

This work often overlaps with contract, IP, and regulatory law.

Cybercrime, Enforcement & Investigations

We represent clients in contentious matters arising under PECA, including:

• Cybercrime investigations and enforcement

• Blocking, takedown, and content restriction orders

• Digital fraud and unauthorised access allegations

• Regulatory coordination between PTA and FIA

We advise on both defensive litigation and compliance strategy.

Competition & Market Regulation in TMT

We act in disputes involving competition law issues in the TMT sector, including:

• Abuse of dominance and anti-competitive conduct

• Merger control and regulatory clearance disputes

• Cartel and collusion investigations

• Appeals against CCP orders

These matters often involve complex economic and regulatory analysis.

Intellectual Property & Content Rights

Our TMT practice includes disputes relating to:

• Copyright infringement in digital media

• Software and technology licensing disputes

• Broadcasting and distribution rights

• Online piracy and enforcement actions

We act before civil courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities.

Arbitration, Appeals & Cross-Border Disputes

JuristiQ Chambers advises on:

• Arbitration arising from telecom and technology contracts

• Enforcement of foreign technology-related awards

• Cross-border disputes involving multinational tech providers

• Appellate and constitutional litigation linked to regulatory action

Islamabad serves as a central forum for federal regulatory and appellate TMT disputes.

Our Approach

TMT disputes require technical fluency, regulatory insight, and strategic advocacy. JuristiQ Chambers offers:

• Tribunal-ready and appellate-focused representation

• Deep understanding of telecom and media regulation

• Integrated public law and commercial strategy

• Experience with fast-moving, time-sensitive disputes

Our focus is on protecting licences, preserving operations, and managing regulatory risk in a rapidly evolving sector.

TMT Expertise

Telecom Licensing & Spectrum · Media Regulation · Digital Platforms · Cybercrime & Enforcement · Competition in TMT · Technology Contracts

Related Expertise

Public & Regulatory Law · Intellectual Property · Competition · Commercial Litigation · Arbitration