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Hyat and Meerjees is a premier corporate and litigation law chamber, distinguished by our team of highly skilled barristers, advocates, and IP advisors. We specialize in a broad spectrum of legal services, particularly in corporate and commercial law, and are adept at navigating complex transactions
Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah, Advocate of Supreme Court since 19/03/1994, is the founding father of Hyat & Meerjees where he recommenced in the legal profession as a Senior Partner in 2011. He regularly appears in all High Courts and the Supreme Court and has had a large volume of reported cases.
He was elevated to the Bench on the 01/11/2004, and has been credited for delivering count-less landmark judgements on various legal issues of public importance, in the field of civil, corporate, family, constitutional law, etc. Due to his ground-breaking judgement on environmen-tal law, Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah was crowned as “Asian Air Quality Manage-ment Champion” in 2006 in Indonesia.
Such profound is Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah’s command on arbitration matters that his expert opinions have been sought by the Commercial Court, Queen’s Bench Division, The High Court of Justice, London, England. During his tenure as a High Court Judge Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah was a member of the High Court Rules & Orders Commit-tee and helped establish the Punjab Judicial Academy, for the training of judges of the subordi-nate judiciary, and was appointed in its the board of Governors from 2008-2009.
Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah’s involvement in the drafting of the enactment “Punjab Judicial Academy (Act XV of 2007) and framing of Rules thereunder was instrumental. During his term as a High Court Judge he headed various committees of the Lahore High Court on various subjects.
Prior to his elevation to the Bench, Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah served a Member of the Executive Committee of Lahore High Court Bar Association between the 1999-2004. Additionally, he served as the Chairman of the International Affairs Committee (2001-2002), the Law Reform Committee (2002-2003) and the Human Rights Committee (2003-2004). Не remained in the Board of Governors of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) from 2009-2010.
Moreover, Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah has delivered lectures on Islamic Banking both within Pakistan and overseas.
Presently Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah is engaged in preparing the legislation for the protection of the rights of the Disabled People and redrafting the company law legislation. Since returning to full time practice Mr. Justice (Retd) Syed Hamid Ali Shah has undertaken a large number of high profile cases and is described as a “beacon of authority” when it comes to the matters relating Civil Law, Arbitration Law and Taxation Law. His services, both in the capacity of being a Counsel and the Honourable member of the Bench remain extraordinary.
Mr. Muhammad Mohsin Malik is an extremely qualified and highly experienced Advocate High Court with more than fourteen years’ experience in the area of civil, criminal, commercial, intellectual property, corporate and banking laws. As an experienced counsel held various assignments including in-house Legal Head of Safety Net Group compris-ing of BC International and Eastern Group for energy Services Company, a renowned Kuwaiti group of companies involved in Oilfield Business.
Represented banks who have been victims of fraud through cybercrimes and money launder-ing. In the course of legal practice also rendered profession services for Standard Chartered Bank, S.M.E Bank, Summit Bank, MCB Bank, SECP and FIA. Regularly appears in civil, corporate and commercial cases and has expertise in conducting litigation before various courts and tribunals, including High Courts.
Being a member of Hyat & Meerjees renders legal consultancy services to the banking and financial, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, insurance, retail sectors, and other bodies on all matters concerning corporate governance, directors’ liability, corporate criminal liability, tax avoidance and money laundering.
With experience as a Public Prosecutor in the Government of Punjab from 2006 to 2010 repre-sented the State before various courts including High Courts. Has a considerable command over commercial crime litigation that includes prosecution and defense of the most serious matters. Prepared pleadings and other legal documents in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedings. Advised law enforcement officers on criminal proceedings and proce-dure.
Mr Mohsin Malik is a founding member of Hyat & Meerjees and his long association with the firm is commended and acknowledged by our esteemed client. His experience in drafting and vetting of sale agreements, sale deeds, agreements of lease, mortgages, partnership deeds and other agreements on behalf of private power projects spreads over the past 14 years etc.
Mr. Choudhary Arshad Farooq completed his L.L.B., from the University of Punjab, Lahore in 2002.
Mr. Choudhary Arshad Farooq is a seasoned litigation lawyer who has vast experience in bank-ing and civil litigation and has been entrusted with legal matters of various national and inter-national organisations. In the course of his legal practice he has collated a considerable number of reported judgments to his name, in the High Court. Apart from his ample experience in civil and banking litigation he has also worked on Project Financing and Commercial transactional matters.
Currently Mr. Choudhary Arshad Farooq is working at Hyat & Meerjess as an advocate, consul-tant and adviser in the field of Constitutional Law, Civil Law, Corporate, Finance, Intellectual Property, Commercial, Taxation and Service laws besides providing services in Alternate Dispute Resolution, Arbitration and Public Interest Litigation Etc.
His scope of work includes legal advice to clients, drafting and registration of legal documents, litigation before different courts and tribunals, arbitration, tenancy matters, litigation before insurance tribunals, family laws, Banking, finance and corporate law matters, service and labour laws, consumer protection laws etc.
Hyder Ali Syed graduated from University of London and is associated with Hyat and meer-jees from the start. He is a distinction holder in his degree and is blessed with inbuilt abilities to work hard and matter solving skills.
Hyder adds valuable input in our work and is seen as a big name of legal fraternity in future.v
Muhammad Zakria is a dedicated advocate with a rich academic and professional background in both Islamic and corporate law. He began his legal journey by earning an LLB from the University of Punjab in 2014. Driven by a passion for expanding his legal knowledge within a global and religious context, he pursued further studies in Madinah Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia, where he completed his LLB in Shariah and Law in 2019. This unique combination of traditional and Shariah law enables him to approach cases with a nuanced understanding of both conventional and Islamic legal frameworks.
At Hyat and Meerjees Law Firm, Zakria specializes in Islamic law and corporate sector litigation, providing valuable insights and strategies for clients facing complex legal challenges. in these domains. His expertise covers a broad spectrum, from intricate corporate disputes to advisory roles in Shariah compliance, making him a versatile and knowledgeable asset to the firm.
Under the mentorship of seasoned lawyers at Hyat and Meerjees, Zakria is continuously refining his skills and expanding his expertise, ensuring that his clients receive representation that is both effective and in line with the highest legal standards. His commitment to integrity, combined with his comprehensive understanding of both corporate and Islamic law, makes him
Sherdil Shehbaz Khagga is a passionate advocate committed to upholding justice and equity in every facet of his legal practice. A graduate of Quaid-e-Azam University Islamabad (Class of 2021), Sherdil embarked on his legal journey with a clear vision: to provide clients with insightful counsel and steadfast representation. As an Advocate of the High Court, he leverages his academic rigor, practical expertise, and unwavering dedication to protect the rights of those he serves. His professional growth has been shaped by his time under the mentorship of Hyatt and Meerjees, where he mastered the art of legal drafting, persuasive advocacy, and innovative problem-solving.
Sherdil’s expertise encompasses a wide range of civil law matters, ensuring comprehensive legal solutions for his clients. In insurance law, he excels in securing rightful claims, challenging bad faith practices, and navigating policy disputes. His proficiency in service matters includes handling complex workplace disputes, wrongful termination claims, promotions, pension issues, and regulatory compliance. In family law, Sherdil provides empathetic guidance and representation in matters of divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, inheritance, and guardianship. His skills in property law extend to ownership disputes, land acquisitions, tenancy conflicts, and real estate transactions. Additionally, he is well-versed in contract law, offering expertise in drafting, reviewing, and enforcing agreements, and constitutional law, where he addresses issues such as fundamental rights and public service regulations.
Known for his integrity and precision, Sherdil approaches each case with a client-focused perspective, ensuring tailored legal strategies and resolute advocacy. Whether drafting intricate legal documents, presenting compelling arguments in court, or exploring novel legal propositions, he is relentless in his pursuit of justice. Sherdil Shehbaz Khagga stands as a trusted legal partner for navigating diverse and complex civil matters while advancing justice with professionalism and care.
Haroon Muzaffar Hashmi is an Associate at Hyat & Meerjees. Mr. Hashmi has completed his LLM in International Commercial Law from City st. George, University of London. A graduate of the same institution with an LL.B (Hons.), Haroon brings a blend of academic rigor and practical experience to his role at Hayat & Meerjees.
He previously served as a Legal Research Associate at Zaffar & Associates, where he contributed to litigation strategy and client advisory. Haroon is
known for his strong sense of justice, effective communication, and time management skills.
With early internship experience in real estate legal matters, he has developed a grounded understanding of both commercial and property law.
Miss Arooj Zeb Abbasi graduating from the University Of London (International Programme) and has proven to be an asset to the firm. She specialises in commercial and corporate affairs and is a member of the firm’s acclaimed litigation practice. With her superb knowledge of the market she brings a fresh approach to the law and the firm.
She has also represented various associations negotiating with government ministries and agen-cies.
After graduating from the University of Peshawar in 2009 Mr Zishan Ali Syed undertook a one year Diploma in Management & Leadership (Level-6), MCCT, UK, in 2012 and then a year long Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (Level 7), MCCT, UK, in 2013.
He is now an associate trial lawyer specialising in commercial and corporate affairs and is a member of the firm’s acclaimed litigation practice. With his superb knowledge of the market he brings a fresh approach to the law and the firm. He has also represented various associations negotiating with government ministries and agencies.
A law graduate from university of Azad Jammu & Kashmir Muzaffarabad, a distention holder and a gold muddiest he is doing his LLM as an external student and looking after the Peshawar office where his legal knowledge and technical skill are being appreciated. He has a bright future ahead and dedicated to profession
Hamza Ali graduated from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad with distinction and is associ-ated with Hyat and Meerjees since his time as a Law student. Mr. Hamza contributes in firm’s output through his immense Research and Drafting skills. During his time in School of Law he has participated a number of Moot Court Competitions where he has often made Best Advoca-cy Awards to his name by delivering his soft and frequent arguments in details. He also holds the prestige of his in depth knowledge and Research work in the fields of International Law as well as Corporate Law along with a number of writings on Financial Crimes.
Hamza Ali represents Hyat & Meerjees as an Associate in Islamabad Office and proves to be our valuable asset.
Ms. Usmani from the very start of her career choose low as one of the subjects, She did her A-levels from Ealing and West London College London), LLB Hons, (London) in year 2006 and LLM International Commercial Law London in year 2008.
After completing her education from UK, she joined an Intellectual Property Firm Ms. Bharu-cha & Co and worked as an associate for 4 years, wherein she dealt not only IP related matters but also drafied Contracts, Agreements and various other legal documents, she also advised. clients on everyday basis in respect of Intellectual Property i.e. Trade Marks, Copyrights and Patents. In year 2014, Ms. Usmani Joined Ms. Mushtaq. A. Memon and Associates Civil Litiga-tion Firm) she mainly focused in the area of Civil Litigation and was involved in understanding the working of Superior Courts in the Country.
In Year 2015 Ms. Usmani Joined the firm Masood & Associate as a Junior Associate and Later became Senior Associate. Ms. Usmani worked in that firm for almost 4 years, where she was involved in assisting Senior Partners in Research, Drafting of Agreement, Litigation, Arbitra tions, Corporate and Commercial matters and Rendering Opinion, Drafting Suits, Plaints, Written Statements, Affidavits and Legal Documents. Ms. Usmani has been working as an effective team member. Ms. Usmani conducted court cases on day to day basis and also conducted arbitration proceeding regarding complex contractual issues. She has an indepth understanding of Construction Contracts specifically FIDIC Contracts, which is standard format used all over the world in the field of Construction.
Ms. Usmani is currently also Director legal in Country’s one of the well known Construction Company Usmani International Associates advising the company on contracts and matters related to ongoing projects, Conducting arbitration and litigation for the Company. She is an experience lawyer and her expertise are in the area of Civil law including litigation in respect of civil matters and inheritance issues, Commercial lans, Family law, Customs, Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Labour laws, Entrainment laws, Food laws, Consumer Protection laws, Human Rights laws, International laws, Alternative Dispute Resolution,
