Madam Anosha Wahab

14/08/2026

Our main korangi campus

13/08/2026

07/08/2026

Thrilled to have completed the AI for Research and Insights course by Google via Coursera. Continuous learning is key to staying ahead, and I am excited to integrate AI driven research methods and advanced insight strategies into my work. 🎓✨

23/04/2026

Notice Period & Final Settlement in Pakistan:

Ending an employment relationship is never simple, and under Pakistani law, both employers and employees have defined obligations when it comes to notice period and final settlement.

Notice Period:

Under the Shops and Establishment Ordinance and Standing Orders, employment can be terminated by serving a written notice commonly one month or by making payment in lieu of notice. The exact period may also be governed by the employment contract, provided it does not undermine statutory protections. Employers must also ensure that dismissals are not arbitrary and are supported by due process, otherwise they risk legal challenges before labour courts.

Final Settlement:

Once employment ends, employees are entitled to timely clearance of dues. This includes salary up to the last working day, payment in lieu of notice (where applicable), encashment of accrued leave, and benefits such as gratuity or provident fund if covered under law or company policy. Delays or withholding of final settlement can expose employers to legal claims and damages.

Striking the Balance:

The law protects both sides: employees cannot resign without serving or paying for the notice period, and employers cannot dismiss staff without valid grounds or delay settlement of dues.

Transparent contracts and compliance with statutory requirements are essential to avoid disputes. A fair process for notice and settlement not only reduces litigation but also builds a culture of trust and accountability in the workplace.

05/04/2026

Digital Evidence in Courts : Admissibility & Challenges in Pakistan

As communication and transactions increasingly move online, digital evidence like WhatsApp messages, screenshots, and emails now plays a central role in both civil and criminal proceedings. But how do Pakistani courts actually treat such evidence?

Under the Qanun-e-Shahadat Order, 1984, electronic records fall under Articles 73 and 78, which allow documents in electronic form to be admissible if they meet certain authenticity and reliability standards.

However, the biggest challenge lies in proving the source and integrity of that digital evidence. For instance, a screenshot or WhatsApp chat alone isn’t enough, Courts often require proof of authorship, metadata, or forensic verification to ensure that the message or image hasn’t been tampered with. In criminal cases, especially under cybercrime investigations led by FIA, courts look for a digital forensics report to support admissibility.

Emails or text messages can be accepted if backed by credible evidence such as server logs or device extraction reports establishing that they genuinely originated from the claimed sender.

The real question is how our legal system balances the ease of producing digital proof with the risk of manipulation. As more cases depend on electronic evidence, Pakistan’s courts and lawyers are being pushed to adapt to new technical and evidentiary realities.

How do you think the courts should handle the growing challenge of digital evidence stricter verification standards, or more flexibility to reflect how people actually communicate today?

26/03/2026

The Growing Role of Mediation in Pakistan’s Justice System

Pakistan’s justice system is facing immense pressure overburdened courts, lengthy trials, and increasing litigation costs have made dispute resolution a slow and often frustrating process. Amid this challenge, mediation is emerging as a promising alternative.

Mediation allows parties to resolve disputes through dialogue, guided by a neutral mediator, without the rigidity of courtroom proceedings. It focuses on mutual understanding, confidentiality, and preserving relationships, rather than determining who is right or wrong.

Recent years have seen growing institutional and judicial support for mediation. The Lahore High Court Mediation Centre and similar initiatives under the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Acts in Sindh and Punjab reflect an official shift towards promoting settlement outside traditional litigation. Even the Supreme Court has acknowledged the importance of ADR in reducing the backlog of cases and promoting access to justice.
However, mediation still faces hurdles, lack of awareness, limited trained mediators, and cultural hesitation to discuss disputes outside courtrooms. Yet, its potential is undeniable: quicker resolutions, reduced costs, and outcomes that the parties themselves shape and agree upon.

As Pakistan moves towards reforming its justice delivery, mediation could play a central role in transforming how we think about justice from winning a case to resolving a conflict.

Do you think Pakistan is ready to embrace mediation as a mainstream part of its justice system?

25/03/2026

The Islamabad High Court has called for amendments to the Nikahnama to ensure wives receive an equal share in assets acquired during marriage in cases of divorce or the husband’s de@th.

Justice Mohsin Akhtar Qayyani emphasized strengthening women’s property rights and urged legal reforms to protect housewives financially.

He also highlighted the need to educate women about their marital rights to build a more just and progressive society.

24/03/2026

The Future of Legal Education in Pakistan: Skills vs Theory Debate

For years, legal education in Pakistan has revolved around theory lengthy case readings, doctrinal analysis, and rote learning. While understanding legal principles is essential, the question now being raised is whether our current system truly prepares students for the realities of legal practice.

Law graduates often step into the profession well-versed in case law but unequipped for drafting, client handling, negotiation, or practical courtroom work. The growing gap between classroom learning and professional skills is becoming harder to ignore.

Many jurisdictions have reformed their legal education systems to integrate clinical legal training, internships, and practical modules. Pakistan is still catching up. The shift from a purely theoretical framework to a skill-based model is not about replacing knowledge with practice, but about creating a balance where theory informs skills, and skills make theory relevant.

As the legal landscape evolves with technology, ADR mechanisms, and changing client expectations, the future lawyer will need more than just academic excellence. They will need adaptability, critical thinking, and hands-on experience.

The challenge for institutions is to rethink the structure of legal education from outdated syllabi to teaching methods and to equip students for the demands of modern legal practice.

What do you think should legal education in Pakistan lean more towards skills, or can theory alone still produce competent lawyers?