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Khizer Yaqoob

Khizer Yaqoob

Attorney
Lahore

Summary

Motivated legal professional with extensive experience in litigation, arbitration, legal training, and community outreach. Drafted and argued cases before the Supreme Court, High Court, and trial courts, and played a leading role in a multi-million dollar LCIA arbitration. Regularly appear before Civil and Sessions Courts and mediate family law disputes. Currently organizing bar vocational courses in Lahore and serving as Co-Chairman of the compilation committee at Punjab Bar Council. Headed the firm’s summer internship program, mentoring students from various law colleges. Served as President of Law Clinics for three years, collaborating with the Anti-Narcotics Force and Punjab Police, organizing moot courts across multiple legal disciplines, and expanding the society to 200+ members. Frequently coordinated seminars with senior lawyers and judges to bridge academic and professional practice.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages

Work History

Associate Lawyer

Qayyum and Associates
10.2023 - Current
  • Drafted pleadings, petitions, and written submissions for cases before the Supreme Court, High Court, and trial courts.
  • Appeared regularly before Civil and Sessions Courts, representing clients in a variety of legal matters.
  • Single-handedly assisted in an LCIA arbitration involving a multi-million dollar media rights agreement, from drafting initial pleadings to securing the final award.
  • Acted as a mediation lawyer in family law matters, particularly divorce cases, facilitating negotiated settlements.
  • Currently serving as sole organiser of bar vocational courses in Lahore under the High Court Bar and Punjab Bar Council, and as Co-Chairman of the Bar Vocational Course Compilation Committee.
  • Managed client relationships with consistent communication and proactive updates on case progress.
  • Headed the summer internship program at the firm, mentoring legal interns from various law colleges and overseeing their training, research assignments, and professional development.
  • Assisted partners in high-profile cases, contributing valuable insights that led to successful outcomes.

Intern

Faiz Jalbani and Co
10.2019 - 10.2023
  • Conducted legal research and analysis on case law, statutes, and regulations to support ongoing matters.
  • Drafted legal documents including memos, contracts, pleadings, and client correspondence.
  • Assisted in reviewing agreements and identifying key clauses, risks, and compliance issues.
  • Supported attorneys in preparing for court hearings, client meetings, and due diligence exercises.
  • Maintained and organized legal files, case records, and document databases for efficient retrieval.

Education

B.A LLB Hons - Law

University of Punjab, Quaid-e-Azam Law College
Lahore, Pakistan
04.2001 -

Skills

Contract drafting

Legal writing

Legal analysis

Corporate law

Corporate transactions

Alternative dispute resolution

Litigation strategy

Legal research

Client counseling

Document review

Oral advocacy

Cross-cultural communication

Software

MS Office

Skilled in PDF and document management, including compilation of hearing bundles for international arbitrations

Microsoft teams and Zoom

Opus 2 and Teres Transcriptional services coordination

Certification

Enrolled as an Advocate with the Punjab Bar Council and member of the Lahore Bar Association.

Timeline

Enrolled as an Advocate with the Punjab Bar Council and member of the Lahore Bar Association.

05-2025

Associate Lawyer

Qayyum and Associates
10.2023 - Current

Intern

Faiz Jalbani and Co
10.2019 - 10.2023

B.A LLB Hons - Law

University of Punjab, Quaid-e-Azam Law College
04.2001 -

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