Legal Analysis of the Pahalgam Incident: An International Law Perspective on the India-Pakistan Dispute Prepared by: Legal Team of AB LawFirm & Lex & Juris Barristers and Legal Consultants Lead Author: Mr. Asadullah Hashmi Advocate, Founder AB LawFirm, Managing Partner Lex & Juris I. Introduction The complex and [...]
To:The Advocate General,Punjab, Lahore. Subject: Application for Permission under Section 30 of the Mental Health Ordinance, 2001 to File Petition for Appointment of Guardian for the Person and Property of Mentally Ill and Disabled Person – namely___________ Respected Sir, I, the undersigned petitioner, most respectfully submit the following for your [...]
IN THE COURT OF LEARNED DISTRICT & SESSIONS JUDGE / GUARDIAN JUDGE, RAWALPINDI(Under Sections 29 & 30 of the Mental Health Ordinance, 2001 read with Guardians and Wards Act, 1890) Guardian Petition No. _______/2025 In the matter of appointment of guardian of person and property of_________S/O ____________(Presently mentally incapacitated and [...]
Guardianship and Adoption under Pakistani Law: A Complete and Authoritative Guide And Sample, Specimen of Guardian Petition / Custody Petition 1. Introduction Pakistan’s legal framework for caring for orphans, abandoned, or vulnerable children centers on guardianship, not adoption as commonly understood in Western jurisdictions.This distinction arises from both Islamic injunctions [...]
Abstract This research article provides a detailed comparative analysis of Section 20 of the Arbitration Act 1940 and Section 7 of the Arbitration (International Investment & Commercial) Act 2017 in Pakistan. The study examines the key differences, judicial interpretations, and practical implications of these provisions, referencing landmark judgments from the Supreme Court of Pakistan and High Courts, as well [...]
Introduction In an increasingly globalized economy, commercial disputes are inevitable. Traditional litigation, with its formal procedures and prolonged timelines, often proves inefficient for resolving such disputes. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms, including arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, provide a cost-effective and timely solution. This essay explores the efficacy of ADR in [...]
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Legal Remedies and Implementation in Pakistan Introduction Sexual harassment in the workplace is a pervasive issue that affects employees’ productivity, mental well-being, and dignity. To address this concern, Pakistan has enacted laws and established mechanisms to provide justice to victims. The Protection Against Harassment of [...]
Introduction Judicial independence is a cornerstone of democracy, ensuring that the judiciary functions free from external pressures, particularly from the executive branch. It upholds the rule of law, guarantees fair trials, and protects fundamental rights. However, in many countries, including Pakistan, executive interference has significantly undermined judicial autonomy. This essay [...]
Abstract The Qanun-e-Shahadat Order (QSO) 1984 serves as the fundamental law of evidence in Pakistan, regulating the admissibility, relevance, and probative value of evidence in both civil and criminal trials. This research article delves into the historical evolution, key provisions, and judicial interpretations of QSO 1984, analyzing its role in [...]
Before the Honorable Federal Ombudsman(For Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace & Women’s Property Rights)Islamabad Complainant:[Complainant’s Full Name][CNIC No.][Address][Contact No.] [Names of Deceased Husband’s Family Members] — (Illegal Occupants) Deputy Commissioner, Islamabad — (Responsible for enforcement of property rights) Chairman, Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad — (For land [...]