Taxation Law

Strategic Tax Advisory, Compliance, and Litigation Support for Sustainable Growth

At MBK & Associates, we provide comprehensive legal services in Taxation Law, assisting businesses, individuals, and multinational corporations in navigating Pakistan’s complex tax landscape. Our practice combines deep legal insight with commercial pragmatism, offering solutions that align with both statutory requirements and your business objectives.

We advise on income tax, sales tax, federal excise, customs, and provincial levies, ensuring full compliance while optimising tax positions. Whether you're facing an audit, require strategic tax planning, or need representation before appellate tribunals and courts, our tax team delivers clear, actionable, and reliable legal support at every stage.

Our Core Services

Tax Compliance & Advisory

We assist clients in understanding and fulfilling their tax obligations while structuring their operations to achieve tax efficiency and mitigate legal exposure.

• Advising on tax structuring for corporate entities, partnerships, trusts, and joint ventures
• Guidance on income tax, sales tax, and withholding obligations
• Advisory on cross-border transactions, double taxation treaties, and transfer pricing
• Tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and divestitures
• Day-to-day support with filing returns, registration, invoicing, and tax reconciliations

Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution

We represent clients in contentious tax matters before adjudicating authorities, appellate forums, and courts, from initial assessment to final appeal.

• Drafting and filing appeals before Commissioner (Appeals), Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue (ATIR), and Customs Appellate Tribunal
• Representation in constitutional petitions and tax references before High Courts under Section 133 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001
• Advising on tax audits, investigations, and show-cause notices from FBR and provincial authorities
• Negotiating settlements, seeking condonation, and filing revision applications
• Assistance with tax amnesty schemes, voluntary disclosures, and dispute resolution under ADRC mechanisms
  
  

Indirect Taxes & Sector-Specific Compliance

We help clients address sector-specific challenges involving sales tax, excise duties, and provincial taxes like the Sindh Sales Tax on Services or Punjab Revenue Authority regulations.

• Sales tax registration, invoicing, and refund claims
• Advisory on FBR’s Sales Tax General Orders (STGOs) and industry-specific SROs
• Legal guidance on federal excise and customs duties, including exemptions and zero-rating regimes
• Provincial service tax compliance across Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan
  
  

International Taxation & Cross-Border Transactions

With increasing globalisation, international taxation has become a critical area for multinational businesses. We offer legal guidance aligned with global standards and Pakistan’s tax treaties.

• Advising on Permanent Establishment (PE) risks and profit attribution
• Withholding tax obligations on cross-border payments and royalty/license agreements
• Structuring of investments and IP holding to reduce tax leakage
• Interpretation and application of OECD Model Tax Convention and BEPS principles in local context
  
  

Industries We Serve

• Banking & Finance – Withholding tax, income recognition, and tax treatment of interest
• Real Estate & Construction – Capital gains tax, withholding on property transfers, and project-based taxation
• Retail & E-commerce – Sales tax compliance, point-of-sale integration, and digital tax matters
• Energy & Infrastructure – Tax structuring for power projects, IPPs, and concessions
• Import/Export & Manufacturing – Customs valuation, exemptions, SRO benefits, and supply chain tax efficiency
  
  

Why MBK & Associates for Tax Law?

• Interdisciplinary Expertise: Our tax lawyers collaborate with corporate, regulatory, and litigation teams to provide integrated solutions.
• Practical Approach: We provide real-world solutions that reduce risk and deliver measurable value.
• Strong Representation: From tax notices to appellate tribunals and High Court references, we advocate effectively to protect your interests.
• Proactive Advisory: We help clients stay ahead of legal changes and regulatory shifts.
• Confidential & Ethical: We operate with integrity and discretion in sensitive tax matters.
  
  

Tax with Confidence. Operate with Clarity.

At MBK & Associates, we understand that taxation is more than a statutory obligation — it’s a strategic consideration at the heart of your business operations. With our legal expertise, you gain clarity, compliance, and confidence in every financial decision.

Connect with our Tax Law team today to manage risk, resolve disputes, and optimise your tax position in a fast-evolving regulatory environment.