Aleena Naheem

Interdisciplinary law-trained researcher with experience in policy and governance research, institutional collaboration, and qualitative methods. My interests focus on policy implementation, participatory governance, and equity in public systems, with a particular emphasis on the practical implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in local and institutional contexts.

Legal Case Manager at Bush & Bush Law Group (2024-10 – 2025-10)

• Remotely managed pre-litigation personal injury claims, ensuring efficient case progression from intake to settlement.
• Settled 31 auto-vehicle accident PI claims at policy limits at $30,000, $50,000 and $100,000, negotiated and worked closely with adjusters at lead insurance companies in America, namely, Progressive, Allstate, State Farm, Liberty Mutual, USAA and Root Insurance.
• Coordinated medical treatment for clients, ensuring proper documentation and support for their injury claims.
• Analyzed medical records, accident reports, and other evidence to build strong cases for settlement.

Conveyancer/Case Manager at BRM Legal (2024-05 – 2024-10)

• Managed conveyancing on behalf of buyers in residential property cases under supervision of a solicitor, as a Foreign Qualified Lawyer.
• Coordinated effectively with clients, solicitors, and third parties to streamline communication in cases of residential property.
• Used Hoola to manage workflow, maintaining efficiency in case handling.
• Maintained strong client relationships through regular updates and clear communication, completing process in an organized time-frame.
• Ensured timely completion of case and completing documentation like contract, for smooth property transactions.

Research Associate at National Institute of Maritime Affairs (2023-12 – 2024-04)

Continued off-site until July 2025

• Assisted in the planning, research and documentation of legal issues in implementation of International Conventions in Pakistan.
• Contributed to ICRC's Project Seafarer Handbook.
• Specialized in data analysis softwares such as SPSS, NVivo for research purposes.

Paralegal at Global Startup Solutions (2023-07 – 2023-12)

• Focused on contract drafting with international clients, document reviews, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Conducted extensive legal research to provide clients with effective solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Contract Officer at Oxygen Media Official (2022-09 – 2023-06)

• My responsibilities included contract drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing contracts with clients, or other parties.
• Ensured that contracts comply with legal requirements and organizational policies.

Junior Associate at Safe Harbour Legal Consultants (2021-01 – 2022-04)

• Shadowed senior lawyers on various litigation cases, contributing by conducting in research in legal affairs.
• My responsibilities extended to contract drafting and document reviews, where I ensured precision and compliance with legal standards.

Project Legal Researcher at National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Contributed to the development of the Reference Guide, Titled; "Navigating Legal Horizons: Seafarers' Manual on Naval Operations and the Law of the Sea during Peace and War", in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross. First Edition, 1 November 2024 | ISBN: 978-969-9891-20-5
• Analysed international legal and policy frameworks with a focus on institutional responsibility, protection of vulnerable populations (coastal communities), and equitable implementation.
• Supported the translation of complex legal norms into accessible, practitioner-oriented guidance such as MARPol Convention, UNCLOS, SOLAS Convention.
• Worked collaboratively within a multi-author, institutionally led research project involving national and international partners.

Participant and research contributor at International Policy Dialogue & Qualitative Engagement (2023-01 – 2024-12)

International Hybrid Seminar on the Indian and Pacific Ocean: Challenges in the 21st Century – Regional Perspectives, organised in honour of the Royal Malaysian Navy's Sea Power Centre visit to NIMA Islamabad.

• Conducted a first-hand semi-structured interview with Commander Dhahrukikri bin Abdul Jalil, Royal Malaysian Navy, as part of institutional research and policy exchange.
• Gained experience in stakeholder engagement, qualitative interviewing, and analysis of institutional perspectives on governance and policy challenges.

Organiser at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) (2023-01 – 2024-12)

ICRC Workshop: "Discovering the ICRC" in collaboration with NIMA.

• Coordinated with ICRC representatives and institutional partners to support delivery of an academic workshop on the ICRC's mandate, governance structure, and operational role at NIMA Islamabad.
• Facilitated discussion and knowledge exchange on participation, institutional accountability, and international humanitarian governance

LL.M in International & Maritime Law – Bahria University, Islamabad (2023 – 2025)

LL.B (Hon.) in Shariah Law – International Islamic University, Islamabad (2016 – 2021)