Asma Zahir

Adjunct /Visiting Faculty Member

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Academic Background
L.L.M 2019-2020
University of Warwick (UK)
Pass
L.L.B 2006-2010
Faculty of Law, University of Peshawar (Pakistan)
1st Division
B.A Arts and Humanities /Bachelor 2005-2006
Fazaia Degree College, Peshawar (Pakistan)
2nd Division
F.A General Science/Intermediate 2002-2004
P.A.F Shaheen College, Peshawar (Pakistan)
2nd Division
S.S.C(Sciences)/Matriculation 2000-2002
P.A.F Shaheen College, Peshawar (Pakistan)
1st Division

Career Objective
 To enhance my academic credentials, I aim to pursue a higher degree in law i.e. Ph.D. This pursuit will enhance my legal expertise and influence my judicial decision-making power. I
aspire to contribute effectively to addressing Pakistan’s legal challenges, including corruption and terrorism, and ensuring justice for marginalized groups, focusing particularly on
women and juveniles. Ultimately, I aspire to excel in the role of a Senior Judicial Officer, imparting my leadership skills to efficiently
tackle these challenges and mentoring subordinate judicial officers in this respect.

 My career goal includes adjudicating complex cases at district and provincial levels, overseeing trials, and rendering judgments on serious offenses ranging from terrorism to
human trafficking and other serious crimes. 

Myacademic journey is complemented by a Master’s Degree in International Development Law and Human Rights, underscoring my beliefs that human rights must be upheld in the judicial
system of Pakistan for effective legal development.

Professional Developments and Achievements
 A dedicated and experienced judge with spearheaded initiatives for promoting women empowerment and child protection within the judiciary.
 Commitment to enhance justice and human rights in Pakistan.
 Presided over diverse cases involving family disputes and matrimonial relations.
 Managed a wide range of judicial responsibilities with integrity and impartiality.

Trainings
 Pre-Service training (1st Jan to 31st Jan, 2016) at KPK Judicial Academy, Peshawar.
 Management of Family Cases (06th to 11th Feb, 2017) at Federal Judicial Academy, Islamabad.
 Case and Court Management (24th to 28th July, 2017) at KPK Judicial Academy, Peshawar.
 Gender Mainstreaming and Women Empowerment (13th to 14th Dec, 2017) at KPK Judicial Academy, Peshawar.
 Institution of Magistrate-Cornerstone of Criminal Justice System. (14th to 15th Sept, 2018) at Federal Judicial Academy, Islamabad.
 Human Rights and Refugees Status in Pakistan (23rd Nov, 2023) at KPK Judicial Academy, Peshawar.

Ski l ls and Expertise
 Research skills in Human Rights Law, International Humanitarian Law, Islamic Law, International Refugee Law, Global Law and Justice and International Criminal.
 Case management and decision-making.
 Multicultural competence.
 Leadership and team collaboration

I am dedicated to improving my academic and professional expertise to strengthen my skills as a Judge. With a focus on promoting women’s empowerment and child protection, I have
already initiated these strides in my role as a judge of Family Court, addressing diverse disputes arising from matrimonial relations and in doing so, my focus has remained on the
welfare of women and minors.

 Besides, I aspire to improve my understanding of both domestic and international legal frameworks through higher education at a reputable international University. This
endeavour will not only enrich my legal understanding but also enhance my expertise to impart equitable justice to marginalizedgroups, particularly women and children.
Additionally, I am keen to develop specialized skills in international human rights aiming to contribute to the enhancement of human rights in the judicial landscape of Pakistan.

 

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