Historical Foundations of International Law

Our practice is informed by major legal milestones that shaped the current international legal order, including:

• The Hague Conventions (1899 & 1907)

• The League of Nations & Treaty of Versailles (1919)

• The Geneva Conventions (1864–1949)

• The Kellogg–Briand Pact (1928)

• The United Nations Charter (1945)

• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948)

• International Courts such as the ICJ & ICC

We utilize international treaties and conventions to support our clients’ positions, ensuring compliance with global legal norms.

Codification and Enforcement

We assist in the codification and application of international laws, providing services related to:

• Drafting & interpreting international treaties

• Codification efforts through the United Nations

• Representation in international arbitration and tribunals

• Transnational litigation strategy

International Institutions We Work With

Our firm engages with global legal institutions including:

• United Nations (UN)

• International Court of Justice (ICJ)

• Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA)

• International Criminal Court (ICC)

• World Trade Organization (WTO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)

Private International Law Services

Private international law cases involve cross-border legal challenges between individuals or corporations. These include:

A. Jurisdictional Disputes

• Determining whether Pakistani or foreign courts have jurisdiction

• Transnational family, commercial, and tort claims

B. Choice of Law

• Applying correct legal systems in cross-border contracts, torts, property, or marriage issues

• Use of “connecting factors” such as:

  • Lex loci contractus (place of contract)

  • Lex domicilii (domicile)

  • Lex situs (location of property)

C. Recognition of Foreign Judgments

We help enforce foreign judgments and arbitral awards in Pakistan or challenge them on grounds such as:

• Lack of jurisdiction

• Public policy violations

• Fraud or procedural injustice

We work under:

• Foreign Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Act, 1933

• Civil Jurisdiction and Judgments Act, 1982

• Relevant international conventions

Global Legal Services Provided by Our Firm

Litigation & Arbitration

We represent clients before local and international tribunals and courts. Our lawyers are experienced in handling arbitration under:

• ICC (International Chamber of Commerce)

• LCIA (London Court of International Arbitration)

• UNCITRAL

• WIPO Arbitration & Mediation Center

• ICSID

• Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC)

• Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC)

Evidence & Process Services

• Service of Pakistani court documents abroad

• Service of foreign court documents in Pakistan

• Assistance with taking evidence for international proceedings

Why Choose International Immigration Law Firm

• Licensed & experienced attorneys practicing in Pakistan, the UK, USA, Canada, EU, and Australia

• Multilingual and cross-jurisdictional expertise

• Proven success in transnational litigation, arbitration, and human rights cases

• Strategic insight into global treaties, international enforcement, and diplomatic practices

At International Immigration Law Firm, we bridge legal systems to provide justice and resolution for individuals, corporations, and states navigating the complexities of international law. Whether you’re managing a treaty dispute, seeking redress for human rights violations, or facing cross-border commercial litigation — we stand ready as your global legal advocates.