At Yahya Rashid & Co., we understand that real estate is more than just land—it's about strategic planning, secure investment, legal clarity, and sustainable development. Whether you’re an individual investor, housing society, corporate developer, or multinational entity, our real estate legal team provides complete lifecycle support—ensuring your transactions are compliant, your assets protected, and your returns maximized.
From Karachi to Lahore and across Pakistan, we deliver practical, customized solutions tailored to the country’s evolving property market and regulatory framework.
⚖️ Our Real Estate Legal Services
We provide full-spectrum services in real estate advisory, transactions, litigation, development, and regulatory compliance.
✅ Real Estate Advisory & Planning
- Title searches, due diligence & ownership verification
- Structuring: joint ventures, REITs, leasehold & freehold models
- Housing scheme master plans & zoning consultation
- Regulatory approvals: SBCA, LDA, CDA, RDA, etc.
- Legal support for cooperative housing societies & developers
✅ Property Transactions & Legal Documentation
- Drafting & vetting of sale deeds, leases, and gift/transfer documents
- Mutation and property registration procedures
- Legal scrutiny of real estate investment schemes
- Advice on tax liabilities & capital gains
- Compliance with AML regulations in property investments
✅ Real Estate Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Ownership, eviction, and possession disputes
- Partition and inheritance-based claims
- Action against fraudulent transfers or forged documents
- Land grabbing, illegal occupation & recovery
- Representation before Civil Courts, Rent Tribunals & High Courts
- Arbitration & mediation in high-value real estate matters
✅ Development & Project Structuring
- Drafting of construction, development & infrastructure contracts
- Joint development agreements, MOUs & consortiums
- Legal compliance with RERA, SECP & provincial building authorities
- Assistance from land acquisition to final delivery
🧠 Our Expertise Covers
- Movable & Immovable Property
- Private, State & Public Land
- Common, Tangible & Intangible Property
- Unclaimed and Disputed Property
- Digital Assets & Real Estate Tech Integration
We handle everything from individual title disputes to billion-rupee development ventures, governed by key statutes including the Transfer of Property Act 1882, Land Revenue Act, Registration Act 1908, and other relevant laws.
🏛 Real Estate & Property Dispute Lawyers in Pakistan
Real estate law is high-value and emotionally complex. Our firm has built a strong track record in sensitive, high-profile real estate cases across Pakistan.
📌 Legal Matters We Handle
- Evictions & rent recovery
- Ownership & title disputes
- Transfer to legal heirs
- Partition of joint properties
- Injunctions & stay orders
- Cancellation of fraudulent gift deeds
We’re especially skilled in challenging manipulations that deprive rightful legal heirs or distort lawful ownership. With expertise in Islamic inheritance laws, civil law, and equity principles, our legal team is positioned for swift and successful outcomes.
🏙 Real Estate Law Services in Lahore
Lahore’s dynamic real estate landscape brings unique legal challenges. At Yahya Rashid & Co., we offer targeted legal support backed by deep regional knowledge and national legal expertise.
🔍 Property Law in Pakistan: Key Concepts
- Movable Property – e.g., stocks, machinery
- Immovable Property – e.g., land, homes, buildings
🔁 Property Transfer: Legal Modes
✅ By Parties:
- Sale – for consideration
- Gift – voluntary and without compensation
- Exchange – swap between owners
- Lease – time-bound use rights
- Mortgage – security for loan
✅ By Law:
- Inheritance
- Insolvency
- Adverse possession
All transfers require:
- Verified title & ownership
- Written and registered documents
- Payment of stamp duty and taxes
- Legal compliance with transfer conditions
💼 Mortgage & Property Finance Law
We provide legal structuring for all types of mortgages, including:
- Simple, Conditional, Usufructuary
- English, Equitable, and Anomalous Mortgages
Doctrines we handle:
- Right of redemption
- Foreclosure
- Subrogation & Marshalling
🏘 Leasing, Tenancy & Rental Law
Our firm represents landlords and tenants in drafting, negotiating, and enforcing lease agreements, handling:
- Rent disputes
- Evictions
- Lease terminations
🔄 Gifts & Exchange Transactions
We ensure legally compliant gifting and property exchanges by:
- Drafting deeds
- Ensuring voluntariness
- Registering under the Registration Act 1908
👶 Property Rights of the Unborn
We assist clients in estate planning involving unborn heirs through:
- Guardianship setup
- Trust creation
- Compliance with Islamic succession law
✅ Title Verification & Due Diligence
Before any transaction, we:
- Scrutinize ownership history
- Review encumbrances and charges
- Ensure document and tax compliance
⚖ Property Dispute Resolution
We resolve all property disputes related to:
- Ownership and boundary disagreements
- Construction delays
- Housing society misconduct
- Government encroachments
Using both litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for the most effective solution.
🌍 Why Clients Choose Yahya Rashid & Co.
- ✔ 25+ Years of Real Estate Law Experience
- ✔ Trusted by Corporate & Individual Clients Alike
- ✔ Local Expertise, National Reach
- ✔ Transparent Process with Fixed Fee Options
- ✔ Strong Ties with Land Authorities & Municipal Regulators
- ✔ Fully Integrated Legal Advisory + Litigation Team
📞 Contact Our Real Estate Lawyers Today
Whether you're dealing with development approvals, a property dispute, or a high-value investment project—Yahya Rashid & Co. is your legal partner at every step.
📍 Karachi | Lahore | Islamabad | Nationwide
Call: +92-XXX-XXXXXXX
Email: info@yrc.com.pk
Website: www.yrc.com.pk
🔐 Secure your property. Protect your rights. Build your legacy.
🧾 Page 1: Real Estate Advisory & Planning – FAQs
Q1: What is included in a title search and why is it necessary before buying property in Pakistan?
A title search verifies the legal ownership of a property, checks encumbrances, and ensures the seller has the right to sell. It’s crucial for preventing fraud and ensuring secure investments.
Q2: How can Yahya Rashid & Co. assist with housing scheme approvals?
We provide end-to-end legal support in obtaining approvals from regulatory bodies like LDA, CDA, SBCA, and RDA. Our services cover zoning compliance, master planning, and layout vetting.
Q3: What are the key legal structures for real estate investment in Pakistan?
We advise on Joint Ventures, Leasehold/Freehold arrangements, and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), ensuring maximum tax efficiency and regulatory compliance.
🧾 Page 2: Property Transactions & Documentation – FAQs
Q1: What legal documents are mandatory for a property sale in Pakistan?
Essential documents include a verified title deed, sale agreement, CNIC copies, mutation record, stamp duty proof, and registration receipt under the Registration Act 1908.
Q2: How is a gift of property legally transferred in Pakistan?
Gift transfers require a voluntary gift deed, witness attestation, mutation in revenue records, and registration at the sub-registrar’s office.
Q3: Can Yahya Rashid & Co. help with tax planning for real estate transactions?
Yes, we offer legal advisory on capital gains tax, stamp duty, and income tax implications under FBR laws, helping you reduce liabilities while remaining compliant.
🧾 Page 3: Real Estate Litigation & Dispute Resolution – FAQs
Q1: What are the most common types of property disputes in Pakistan?
These include ownership conflicts, possession issues, forged title documents, illegal transfers, boundary disputes, and partition among legal heirs.
Q2: How can I recover illegally occupied property?
Through legal proceedings under civil law, we pursue eviction, FIR registration (if criminal intent is involved), and representation before Rent Tribunals or Civil Courts.
Q3: Does your firm offer mediation for real estate disputes?
Yes, Yahya Rashid & Co. uses arbitration and mediation as cost-effective alternatives to litigation, especially in commercial or high-value property matters.
🧾 Page 4: Real Estate Development & Structuring – FAQs
Q1: What legal support do you provide for real estate developers?
From land acquisition to delivery, we draft construction and infrastructure contracts, obtain regulatory approvals, structure consortiums, and ensure RERA/SECP compliance.
Q2: What is a Joint Development Agreement (JDA)?
A JDA is a legal arrangement between landowners and developers to collaboratively develop property. We draft, negotiate, and vet all JDA terms for legal clarity and enforceability.
Q3: Do you offer services for housing societies and cooperative developments?
Yes. We provide legal audits, governance advisory, society by-law drafting, and regulatory filings with cooperative departments and building authorities.
🧾 Page 5: Property Transfer & Inheritance – FAQs
Q1: What are the legal modes of property transfer in Pakistan?
Property can be transferred through sale, gift, lease, mortgage, exchange, inheritance, or adverse possession, each with its own legal and tax requirements.
Q2: How can legal heirs transfer inherited property?
Heirs must obtain a succession certificate, mutation records from land revenue authorities, and ensure all documents are registered as per law.
Q3: Can property be transferred to unborn children in Pakistan?
Yes. Using guardianship and trust structures, property can be planned for unborn heirs in line with Islamic inheritance laws and civil legal principles.
🧾 Page 6: Leasing, Tenancy & Property Finance – FAQs
Q1: What are the tenant rights under Pakistani law?
Tenants have rights to peaceful possession, prior notice for eviction, and legal protection against arbitrary rent increases under Rent Control Laws.
Q2: How does Yahya Rashid & Co. handle mortgage documentation?
We draft and review legal instruments for simple, usufructuary, conditional, English, and equitable mortgages, ensuring enforceability and compliance with financial regulations.
Q3: What is the right of redemption in a mortgage?
It is the mortgagor's legal right to reclaim their property upon repayment of the loan, even after default, unless it’s foreclosed by due legal process.
🧾 Page 7: Title Verification, Due Diligence & Dispute Prevention – FAQs
Q1: Why is title verification crucial before purchasing property?
It uncovers encumbrances, disputed ownerships, or fake documents, helping you avoid legal pitfalls and secure your investment.
Q2: How can I check if a property is legally clear?
With our due diligence services, we examine registry records, mutation status, property taxes, development charges, and litigation history.
Q3: Can you help prevent future legal disputes over property?
Absolutely. We ensure all transactions are backed by legal vetting, proper documentation, and compliance with local land laws and taxes.