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Successful Defense in Service Matter at Islamabad High Court


In a significant case concerning employee rights and pay protection, our legal team successfully defended the Privatisation Commission in an appeal filed by employees seeking increments and pay adjustments. The Islamabad High Court ruled in favor of the Privatisation Commission, reinforcing legal clarity on employment benefits and government policies. This victory underscores our commitment to ensuring compliance with legal frameworks while upholding employee rights within the scope of the law.


This ruling is a crucial precedent for employment rights cases in Pakistan, particularly within the public sector. It affirms the government’s stance on fair compensation policies while maintaining the integrity of existing financial frameworks.

The case involved an appeal by employees who sought pay protection and increments, arguing that their salaries should be adjusted based on evolving economic conditions and precedents set in similar cases. However, the court ruled that the Privatisation Commission’s compensation policies were legally sound and aligned with government-mandated employment structures.


During the proceedings, our legal team successfully demonstrated that:

  • The Privatisation Commission had acted within its lawful capacity.
  • The employees’ claims, while understandable, did not meet the criteria for retrospective salary adjustments under the prevailing regulations.
  • Government financial policies regarding pay scales and increments were consistent and did not violate employment laws.

The judgment reinforces the importance of legal clarity in service matters and sets a benchmark for similar cases in the future. With this victory, public sector institutions can operate with greater legal confidence, ensuring that their policies are fair, transparent, and legally enforceable.

Our legal team remains dedicated to defending institutional integrity while upholding employee rights under Pakistan’s labor laws.

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