EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Master of Laws (LLM)
SOAS University of London, United Kingdom
2025 – 2026
Completed a postgraduate Master of Laws degree at SOAS University of London, developing advanced legal knowledge and critical analytical skills, with exposure to contemporary legal issues within international, comparative, and interdisciplinary legal frameworks.
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
University of London – External Programme
2020 – 2023
Successfully completed the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) through the University of London External Programme, acquiring a comprehensive foundation in core areas of law, legal research, legal reasoning, and statutory and case-law analysis. The programme provided extensive academic exposure to key areas of legal study and developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential to professional legal practice.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Associate Lawyer
Awais Khalid & Associates | Lahore, Pakistan
May 2024 – February 2025
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis of statutes, case law, regulations, and judicial precedents in support of litigation and advisory matters.
- Drafted, reviewed, and refined a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, applications, briefs, petitions, and other court submissions.
- Undertook detailed analysis of complex legal issues and statutory provisions to formulate well-reasoned and persuasive legal arguments.
- Assisted senior counsel in the preparation and conduct of trials, hearings, conferences, and negotiations.
- Contributed to the development of litigation strategies through detailed case analysis, legal research, and assessment of relevant precedents.
- Maintained effective communication with clients and colleagues, providing timely updates and ensuring the efficient handling of assigned matters.
- Collaborated with members of the legal team in managing complex litigation and advisory assignments.
- Monitored developments in legislation, judicial decisions, and emerging legal trends relevant to the firm’s areas of practice.
- Consistently delivered high-quality legal work within demanding timelines while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Associate Lawyer
HCU & Hossein | Lahore, Pakistan
February 2024 – May 2024
Specialized in criminal litigation, white-collar crime, constitutional matters, and high-profile litigation, with experience appearing and assisting in matters before federal and provincial courts across Pakistan.
- Assisted the Managing Partner, Barrister Husain Ali Chaudhary, in the preparation, management, and conduct of several high-profile matters of national significance.
- Conducted extensive legal research and assisted in the preparation of pleadings, applications, written submissions, and other litigation documents in complex criminal and constitutional matters.
- Assisted in representing the Government of the People’s Republic of China in constitutional proceedings before the Sindh High Court concerning the distribution of power lines from nuclear power generation facilities.
- Assisted in the defence of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Safdar in NAB-related appeals before the Islamabad High Court.
- Assisted in proceedings relating to the trial and appellate litigation involving Mr. Imran Khan Niazi in the high-profile criminal matter commonly referred to as the Cypher Case before the Islamabad High Court.
- Assisted in the preparation of case strategies, review of evidentiary material, legal research, and preparation for court hearings and appellate proceedings.
- Worked on matters involving complex questions of criminal, constitutional, administrative, and regulatory law.
Legal Intern
Naveed Ahmad Khawaja | Lahore, Pakistan
May 2022 – September 2022
- Assisted counsel in the preparation of cases for court proceedings, including organization of case files, review of documents, and compilation of relevant materials.
- Conducted legal research on various issues of criminal law, including statutory provisions, regulations, and judicial precedents.
- Prepared and assisted in drafting legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, applications, and motions, in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
- Attended and observed court hearings and trials, gaining practical exposure to courtroom procedures, litigation strategy, and trial advocacy.
- Assisted during client consultations by recording relevant information and preparing summaries for use in case development.
- Reviewed documentary and evidentiary material and assisted the legal team in formulating appropriate litigation and defence strategies.
- Participated in case strategy meetings and contributed legal research and analysis to ongoing matters.
- Assisted with court filings and maintained accurate records concerning the progress and status of cases.
Legal Intern
RIAA Barker Gillette | Lahore, Pakistan
June 2019 – July 2019
- Conducted legal research concerning the Financial Institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance, 2001, with particular focus on the interpretation and application of relevant statutory provisions.
- Researched whether the provisions contained in Sections 9 and 10 of the Ordinance were mandatory or directory in nature.
- Examined the legal and procedural requirements relating to the verification of statements of accounts and supporting financial documentation.
- Researched the legal framework governing the charging and recovery of markup over financed amounts.
- Reviewed relevant judicial precedents and statutory provisions to assist in the preparation of legal analysis and research memoranda.