Legal Advisor | Corporate Compliance Officer | Advocate High Court
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Corporate Legal Advisor and Advocate High Court with 14+ years of diversified experience spanning litigation, corporate compliance, and in-house legal management. Currently serving in a dual capacity as in-house Legal Advisor while maintaining active independent legal practice. Proven expertise in handling legal affairs for logistics, freight forwarding, and commercial entities, with a strong focus on contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation.
Known for aligning legal strategy with business objectives to minimize exposure and enhance operational efficiency.
Legal Advisor (In-House) - Versatile Asia Logistics (Pvt.) Ltd. - Karachi
(2026)
Overseeing legal and compliance functions of a logistics enterprise, including regulatory advisory, contract structuring, and risk mitigation. Managing legal documentation on corporate governance, operational compliance, and dispute strategy while ensuring adherence to applicable laws, e-services and industry regulations.
Advocate High Court / Legal Consultant - Independent Practice - Karachi
(2014)
Engaged in continuous legal practice as an Advocate High Court, representing clients before the High Court and subordinate courts in civil, banking, customs, and corporate litigation. Advising corporate clients on regulatory compliance, commercial structuring, and risk management, with particular focus on customs, sales tax, and revenue matters. Providing legal opinions to support business operations and strategic decision-making.
Assisting in company incorporation and regulatory filings through SECP (e-portal and manual processes), and advising technology and service-sector clients on legal strategy, compliance frameworks, and operational structuring.
Manager Legal Affairs - M/s. Aaras International Pakistan (Freight Forwarder, Logistics & Clearing Agents) - Karachi
(2023 - 2025)
Managed the complete legal portfolio of a logistics and freight forwarding company, including contracts, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. Reduced litigation costs by approximately 15% through proactive legal risk management. Developed and implemented compliance frameworks for international freight operations, significantly reducing customs-related violations.
Negotiated commercial agreements with major shipping lines, achieving improved contractual terms and cost efficiencies. Successfully resolved high-value disputes with freight carriers, minimizing financial exposure.
In-House Legal Counsel & Coordinator - M/s. Fireball Direct Marketing & Event Management Co. - Karachi
(2013 - 2014)
Established and managed legal and coordination functions within a startup environment. Oversaw litigation management, coordinated with external counsel, and ensured structured case tracking and reporting. Drafted and vetted contracts including MOUs, employment agreements, vendor contracts, and recovery documentation.
Played a key role in arbitration, ADR, and settlement negotiations. Developed internal systems for documentation, counsel performance evaluation, and case management, improving operational efficiency.
LLB - Law - Sindh Muslim Law College (2006 - 2009) Karachi
M.A - Political Science - University of Karachi (2011 - 2012) Karachi
B.Com - Commerce - University of Karachi (2003 - 2005) Karachi
