Lawyer
SHARP (UNHCR)
Total years of experience :11 years, 0 Months
Providing legal assistance at police stations/detention facilities upon arrest/detention of person of concern (POCs) including interventions in short term detentions of POCs.
Representing POCs in courts in cases of arrest/detention mainly those charged under the Foreigners Act and/or preventive laws for the time being in force.
Representing and facilitate the POCs in matters/issues of civil/family/tenancy
Provide individual legal counseling and advice at ALAC (Advice and Legal Aid Centers) offices and through help lines.
Providing out of court legal assistance including dispute resolution through alternative measures.
Reaching out to POCs for dissemination of relevant legal information during Shura meetings and facilitate group discussions.
Representing POCs in criminal cases on as and when required basis and/or authorized by UNHCR.
Flag and refer to UNHCR, individuals/cases who are or might require international protection.
Maintaining regular coordination with Law Enforcement Officials, judicial officers and other relevant stakeholders.
Performing any task assigned by the supervisor and senior management.
Involving in reviewing, negotiating and advising on various commercial agreements, contract, and litigation matters. Assist seniors in drafting Contracts and in Legal research. Follow of clients In compilation of cases. Providing guidance and support to junior and other staff members as required on legal and general duties.
Drafted pleadings and other legal documents, Conduct research on Saudi Labour Law, SAGIA rules regulations. draft letters, Review Contracts, prepared legal documents relating to intellectual property, franchise agreement, real estate, employment agreement and other legal matters. Provide Legal Advice on various legal issues to various clients. Assist Seniors in preparation of Contracts.
Preparing hearings, closings, and trials under guidance of the attorney. Attended 4 murder trials involving conspiracy. Observed courtroom proceedings relating to family matters, narcotics conspiracy. Researched case law on murder motives. Oversee an average of 30 cases per month. Managed all trial preparation for case litigation. Filed all case pleadings in a timely manner. Drafted statements of the case and witness lists. Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials, research on case law relating to Pakistan Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Family Law and Anti-Narcotics act.
Attended Banking, Civil court & High court proceeding with Seniors Lawyers. Prepared Public, Private & Govt case files. Preparation of post-deal closing documentation and assisting lawyers during deal closing. Participated Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout the course of trials. Developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentation, Researched on various case laws relating to financial institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance, 2001& Contract Act
Participated Staff Training provided by Harvest Top Worth International. Research investment data from a variety of sources via the internet. Maintained daily Call Log, Follow up investment queries. Participated scheduled meetings and evening briefs. Investor portfolio's increased. Generated five investment offers from clients.
Prepared affidavits & acknowledgements in receipt of documents. Provide staff support and supervision in developing and implementing new tasks. Managed high-volume caseload of client phone call queries ensuring client satisfaction was met, which increased client visits. Timely reporting to HO on branch office activities on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Attended meetings with clients and senior executives
First Prize in Theater competition held in our College by IRC