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Today I had a chance to observe the court of Justice Jawwad Hassan while awaiting my appearance in one of the cases. Fortunately, I also got to witness an interesting and intriguing initiative taken up by Justice Jawwad Hassan. He had called two judges from the UK as “Observer Judges”, a practice which is common in the UK but not in Pakistan. In this practice, esteemed judges from other courts come to observe a certain courtroom and share their remarks accordingly. I’m amazed at this positive initiative as it allows not only constructive criticism among the judges on how to improve but also provides a chance to develop quality jurisprudence. More importantly, it serves as a stepping tool for creating a learning environment for all the judges. I hope this practice becomes more common in Pakistan.

Research Week 2024! Join us on 31st October 2024 at Superior College of Law, 61-L Gulberg III, Lahore, for a crucial Panel Discussion on "Climate Crisis: A Pakistani Legal Perspective," hosted by the Faculty of Law. Meet Our Distinguished Panellists, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐚𝐪𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐝 (𝐏𝐡𝐃 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐬, 𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐠𝐨𝐰, 𝐔𝐊) Associate Head, School of Criminology & Criminal Justice System Minhaj University, Lahore Muhammad Manzoor Elahi (𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭) Lecturer/ Coordinator MPhil Program Dept. of Political Science, Government College University, Lahore 𝐌𝐫. 𝐀𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐝 Rafay Alam Environmental Lawyer and Activist Member of Pakistan Climate Change Council Advisor to Air Quality Asia 𝐌𝐬. Aaminah Qadir Human Rights Advocate Founder of She-her Pakistan 𝐌𝐫. 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐮𝐟 Attorney Advisor to the U.S. Government Attorney, Supreme Court of Oregon & High Courts of Pakistan Environmental Law Expert 𝐌𝐫. 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐚𝐧 (𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫) Advocate Founder Qanoondan Partner Redbrick Chambers/ Alumni Superior College of Law Explore how Pakistan's legal framework is addressing the climate crisis, the challenges it faces, and the legal solutions that can drive meaningful change in the fight against climate change. For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/dEKnn3FG #ResearchWeek2024 #ClimateCrisis #LegalSolutions #PakistaniLaw #ClimateAction #SuperiorUniversity #ORICSuperior #LawAndEnvironment

In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan, Member of the Pakistan Bar Council and President of the Insaf Lawyers Forum. He sheds light on the lawyers' strong objections to the proposed constitutional amendments, their potential consequences, and the impact these changes could have on Pakistan’s judicial system.

In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan, Member of the Pakistan Bar Council and President of the Insaf Lawyers Forum. He sheds light on the lawyers' strong objections to the proposed #constitutional #amendments, their potential consequences, and the impact these changes could have on Pakistan’s judicial system. The full podcast will be released tonight at 8 PM.

Please join us for this year’s prestigious event, "Safeguarding Biodiversity in the High Seas," where the 2024 Elisabeth Haub Award will be conferred upon Singapore’s Ambassador for International Law, Rena Lee, and Kristina Maria Gjerde, Senior High Seas Advisor to the IUCN. These two exceptional leaders have made significant contributions to international environmental law and diplomacy. We are proud to have Professor Nicholas A. Robinson, a global authority on environmental law and Gilbert and Sarah Kerlin Distinguished Professor of Environmental Law Emeritus at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, moderate the evening’s panel discussion with the laureates. His vast experience will guide a timely conversation, further enriched by Dr. David Freestone, Executive Director of the Sargasso Sea Commission, Visiting Scholar, The George Washington University Law School. About the Award: The Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy is recognized as the world’s most distinguished award in the field of environmental law, honoring the legacy of Elisabeth Haub, a lifelong advocate for nature conservation. The award has celebrated global leaders since 1997. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from global leaders, with Professor Robinson leading an engaging conversation on environmental law and diplomacy! 📅Event Details: Thursday, October 24, 2024 📍 Location: In person at Pace University or live via Zoom 🔗Learn More: https://bit.ly/3BNP2ZV #paceenvirolaw #environmentallaw #globallaw #internationallaw

Join Salman Ahmad Maan, founder of Qanoondan, as he hosts an in-depth conversation with Shehzad Shaukat, outgoing President of the Supreme Court Bar Association. In this episode, we explore the defining moments of Shaukat’s presidential year—from the landmark SCBAP-DHA MOU to the discussions around constitutional amendments and the Federal Constitutional Court. Get an insider’s perspective on the key legal milestones and challenges that shaped Pakistan’s judicial landscape over the past year.

کمیشن اور پی ٹی آئی دونوں نے مزید وضاحت طلب کی ہے، لہٰذا ہم صرف یہ بات واضح اور دہرانی چاہتے ہیں کہ قانون کی پہلے سے طے شدہ تشریح کے مطابق الیکشنز ایکٹ میں کی گئی ترمیم سپریم کورٹ کے فیصلے کو ماضی سے مؤثر انداز میں کالعدم نہیں کر سکتی۔ عدالت نے اپنے مختصر حکم میں ووٹرز کے حق کو نافذ کرنے کے لیے ریلیف فراہم کیا تھا، تاکہ سیاسی جماعتوں کے ذریعے مخصوص نشستوں پر متناسب نمائندگی حاصل ہو، جیسا کہ آئین کے آرٹیکل 51 کی شق 6 کی ذیلی شق (d) اور (e) اور آرٹیکل 106 کی شق 3 کی ذیلی شق (c) میں درج ہے۔ لہٰذا مختصر حکم کے بعد الیکشنز ایکٹ میں کی جانے والی ترامیم کا اس فیصلے پر کوئی اثر نہیں ہوگا اور کمیشن سپریم کورٹ آف پاکستان کے فیصلے کو اس کی اصل روح اور مکمل طور پر نافذ کرنے کا پابند ہے، مزید کسی وضاحت کی ضرورت نہیں ہے۔ یہ دوسرا وضاحتی بیان ہے جو مخصوص نشستوں کے کیس میں اکثریتی ججز کی جانب سے جاری کیا گیا ہے۔

🛑We are proud to share that #DGFJA, (Mr. Hayat Ali Shah) #FJA has signed an #MOU with #Durhamlawschool 🛑Supreme Court Senior Puisne Judge Mr. Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah also spoke at the Conference on the conditions of climate change in Just Transitions. Mr. Justice Jawad Hasan, Member Punjab Judicial Academy, sitting judge of the Lahore High Court, also spoke at Durham University on the Expedited International Arbitration Panel on 2 October 2024, discussing the role of the Standing International Forum of Commercial Courts (SIFoCC) and the London Commercial Courts in expediting international commercial arbitration. Additionally, he addressed economic and legal empowerment for sustainability at the Durham Centre for Sustainable Development Law and Policy (CSDLP) International Launching Conference on Just Transitions to a Net Zero World (JusTN0W), held from 3-4 October 2024. #expeditedinternationalarbitration #DurhamUniversity #DurhamCentreforSustainableDevelopmentLawandPolicy #CSDLP #JusTN0W #JustTransitionstoaNetZeroWorld

We are proud to share that Mr. Justice Jawad Hasan, NHLD founder, Board of Studies member, and sitting judge of the Lahore High Court, recently spoke at Durham University on the Expedited International Arbitration Panel on 2 October 2024, discussing the role of the Standing International Forum of Commercial Courts (SIFoCC) and the London Commercial Courts in expediting international commercial arbitration. Additionally, he addressed economic and legal empowerment for sustainability at the Durham Centre for Sustainable Development Law and Policy (CSDLP) International Launching Conference on Just Transitions to a Net Zero World (JusTN0W), held from 3-4 October 2024. Supreme Court Senior Puisne Judge Mr. Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah also spoke at the Conference on the conditions of climate change in Just Transitions. #expeditedinternationalarbitration #DurhamUniversity #DurhamCentreforSustainableDevelopmentLawandPolicy #CSDLP #JusTN0W #JustTransitionstoaNetZeroWorld

Former law clerks of the Supreme Court of Pakistan stand united against recent attacks on the Constitution and judicial independence. We respectfully urge the Honourable Judges to reject any attempts to undermine our democracy. #ProtectOurCourts #ProtectOurConstitution