A dominant force in Pakistan’s courtrooms fighting tax, commercial and constitutional battles for the country’s most powerful institutions.
Asad is a seasoned litigation counsel with a distinguished background in law. After earning his law degree from the University of London, Asad completed the Bar Professional Training Course at the University of the West of England, Bristol, and was called to the Bar of England and Wales by the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple. He also holds a certification in Civil and Commercial Mediation from the ADR Group, London, and has rights of audience up till the High Courts across Pakistan.
Asad’s expertise covers a broad spectrum of legal areas, including criminal, constitutional, taxation, commercial, and elections law. With extensive experience in both trial and appellate litigation, he regularly represents corporations, public authorities, law enforcement agencies, politicians, and private individuals.
He has been recognized in Legal 500 as a Recommended Counsel for Dispute Resolution, where he is described as an “experienced, knowledgeable, and hardworking lawyer.”
Secured dismissal of high-value tax claim for leading conglomerate, saving $50 million in liabilities.
Won precedent-setting constitutional ruling vindicating property rights in landmark bench decision.
Achieved favorable settlement in multi-jurisdictional commercial suit before two High Courts.
Credentials & Education
LL.B (Hons), University of London
BPTC “Very Competent,” Inner Temple
Certified Civil & Commercial Mediator (ADR Group)
Advocate, High Courts of Pakistan