Delivering comprehensive business development and legal assistance, with a focus on high-value commercial transactions, sophisticated corporate drafting, company incorporations, and complex cross-border matters.

Client Manager and In-house Counsel for various commercial entities in the GCC region, providing tailored legal support on corporate advisory matters, commercial transactions, company incorporations, regulatory compliance, mediations/negotiations, mergers & acquisitions, labor/employment matters, and other cross-border transactions. Industries serviced include fintech, venture capital entities, tech start-ups, accounting firms, etc.CORPORATE/ COMMERCIAL:- Led corporate… Show more Client Manager and In-house Counsel for various commercial entities in the GCC region, providing tailored legal support on corporate advisory matters, commercial transactions, company incorporations, regulatory compliance, mediations/negotiations, mergers & acquisitions, labor/employment matters, and other cross-border transactions. Industries serviced include fintech, venture capital entities, tech start-ups, accounting firms, etc.CORPORATE/ COMMERCIAL:- Led corporate governance, compliance, management, training, and day-to-day operations for multiple companies, including drafting and handling corporate documentation, shareholders and board resolutions, POAs, MOA amendments, sale of company assets, revision of trade licenses, e-commerce support, and corporate restructurings.- Incorporated private companies for national and international clients in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), IFZA, RAKEZ, and Meydan Free Zone.- Led partnership initiatives for a consulting firm in UAE, collaborating with entities in Saudi Arabia, the US, and India.- Led legal affairs for a global investment management firm, overseeing cross-border investments, joint ventures, settlement, and investment redemptions.- Drafted and negotiated agreements tailored to business needs considering legal and regulatory policies, potential disputes, and financial risks: Sales Contracts, Manufacturing Agreements, Distribution Agreement, Buy-Now Pay-Later (BNPL) Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Shareholders’ Agreements, Loan Agreements, Share Subscription Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Services Agreements, Employment Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFE), Convertible Note Agreements, Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policies, Data Protection Policies, Legal Disclaimers, Data Protection Consent Forms, Incident Management Policies, etc. Show less

Led diverse portfolios for over seventy-five (75) Pakistani and international entities, specializing in contentious and non-contentious matters spanning arbitrations, commercial transactions, mergers & acquisitions, regulatory compliance, corporate advisory, energy & infrastructure, and environmental litigation.CORPORATE/ COMMERCIAL: - Provided advisory and representation services to a diverse range of clients, including a Spanish company, a US-based conglomerate, and a major… Show more Led diverse portfolios for over seventy-five (75) Pakistani and international entities, specializing in contentious and non-contentious matters spanning arbitrations, commercial transactions, mergers & acquisitions, regulatory compliance, corporate advisory, energy & infrastructure, and environmental litigation.CORPORATE/ COMMERCIAL: - Provided advisory and representation services to a diverse range of clients, including a Spanish company, a US-based conglomerate, and a major industrial conglomerate from South Punjab.- Advised on and facilitated various transactions, including joint ventures, acquisitions, and share purchases, ranging from millions to tens of millions of dollars in value.- Led negotiations, conducted meticulous reviews, and provided strategic counsel on financing arrangements for an SPV securing substantial project finance.- Drafted and negotiated complex agreements, adhering to legal/regulatory frameworks, mitigating disputes, and managing financial risks.- Incorporated private limited companies and trusts for national and international clients.DISPUTE RESOLUTION: ADR & LITIGATION- Counsel for a public entity in arbitral proceedings before the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) concerning the construction of a power complex with a South Korean company amounting to a dispute of USD 25 million.- Counsel for a private entity in arbitration proceedings before the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) concerning the contractual dispute of USD 850,000/-.- Led public interest litigation challenging inaction of the state under the Paris Agreement on Climate Change which resulted in approval of the Alternative and Renewable Energy Policy 2019, and the Electric Vehicles Policy 2020.- Advised and represented various clients before the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Competition Commission, the Central Bank, and the National Electric Power Regulator. Show less

During my tenure as a Senior Legal Intern, I played a crucial role in various high-profile projects, including:• Contributing towards the development of training modules for the Counter Terrorism Financing Course, in collaboration with KP Prosecution.• Being a key contributor towards the creation of training modules for the Advanced Terrorism Investigation Course, which was part of a UNODC project aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the KP School of Investigation.•… Show more During my tenure as a Senior Legal Intern, I played a crucial role in various high-profile projects, including:• Contributing towards the development of training modules for the Counter Terrorism Financing Course, in collaboration with KP Prosecution.• Being a key contributor towards the creation of training modules for the Advanced Terrorism Investigation Course, which was part of a UNODC project aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the KP School of Investigation.• Actively participated in a project initiated by the Ministry of Human Rights, where I assisted in compiling a comprehensive Compendium of Human Rights Law in Pakistan. Show less

I had the privilege of working directly with the then Advocate General of Punjab of that time, where I provided valuable assistance in conducting comprehensive legal research on the subject of judicial independence in Pakistan.

I worked with the esteemed legal department of the bank. This experience allowed me to gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the legal aspects of the banking industry.

I have worked on a comprehensive project pertaining to Honor Killings in Rural Lahore. The study delves into the sociocultural, political, and economic factors that contribute to the perpetration of such crimes in the region. The study employed a mixed-method approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative research techniques, to gather data from various sources, including government agencies, local NGOs, and community members. The findings of the study indicate that Honor Killings are a… Show more I have worked on a comprehensive project pertaining to Honor Killings in Rural Lahore. The study delves into the sociocultural, political, and economic factors that contribute to the perpetration of such crimes in the region. The study employed a mixed-method approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative research techniques, to gather data from various sources, including government agencies, local NGOs, and community members. The findings of the study indicate that Honor Killings are a multifaceted issue that requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes and empowers the local community. The study recommends the implementation of policies that promote gender equality, education initiatives that challenge patriarchal norms, and community-based awareness programs that promote human rights and social justice. Show less