Experienced Legal Professional

Amna Usman is an accomplished Advocate Supreme Court of Pakistan with a robust history of success in corporate law and civil litigation on wide range of laws. Excellence in drafting and reviewing legal documents, agreements, and pleadings with precision and deep legal knowledge, ensuring comprehensive compliance and robust corporate governance. Possess a proven record of securing favourable outcomes in court, demonstrating exceptional litigation skills and strategic case preparation. Committed to fostering an accessible legal service through remote and in person consulting, adept at adapting to evolving work environments. Leverage teaching experience to translate complex legal concepts into engaging learning experiences, cultivating critical thinking in the legal professionals of tomorrow. Certified Director from Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) (as approved by SECP) and currently also serving Hamdard School of Law, in Karachi, as a Visiting Faculty.

She completed Bachelor of Law from University of Leeds, UK, and Bar Vocational Course from BPP Law School, UK, having been called to Bar of England & Wales and Called by Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn. She was admitted as an Advocate High Court before the Sindh Bar Council in the Year 2011.

She started her professional career as Law Associate, United Bank Limited, Karachi, Pakistan [Nov-2009 to Aug-2011]. She had been a Law Associate, at Rivzi, ISA, Afridi and Angell (now known as RIAA Barker & Gillette), Karachi, Pakistan [Aug-2011 to Jan-2012] and Litigation Law Associate, Rasheed Razvi & Associates, Karachi, Pakistan [Aug-2012 to Dec-2013] before joining MCAS & W Law Associates, Karachi, Pakistan [Jan-2014 to Oct-2018] where she later on rose to be a Partner. She also served as the Director of Advocacy & Programs, Rasheed Razvi Centre for Constitutional and Human Rights (RCCHR) [Jan-2021 to Jan-2024] and Director Public Relations, Legal Aid Foundation for Victims of Rape and Sexual Assault [Jan-2020 to Jan-2024].

She also served as Senior Partner in SIDDIQI, VAWDA, USMAN & MEMON LAW ASSOCIATES, Karachi, Pakistan [OCT-2018 TO JAN-2024], where she handled the both the portfolios of Litigation and Corporate services. She secured favorable decisions and relief from courts, demonstrating litigation prowess and legal acumen.

In the span of over 14 years of legal practice, she successfully represented litigants in numerous matters which resulted in landmark judgments, out of which, 15 have been reported in renowned law journals, with the following citations: (a) PLD 2023 Sindh 440, (b) 2022 YLR Note 149, (c) 2022 PCrLJ 828, (d) PLJ 2021 Cr.C. 1820, (e) PLJ 2021 Cr.LC. 1879, (f) PLJ 2022 Kar. 10 (DB), (g) SBLR 2020 Sindh 1493, (h) SBLR 2020 Sindh 535, (i) SBLR 2020 Sindh 430, (j) SBLR 2020 Sindh 775, (k) SBLR 2020 Sindh 1228, (l) SBLR 2020 Sindh 1256, (m) SBLR 2020 Sindh 1794, (n) 2023 PTD 607, Karachi.

In February 2024, Amna Usman started her independent legal practice as a sole practitioner, under the name and banner of AMNA USMAN | ADVOCATE & LEGAL CONSULTANT | SOLE -PRACTITIONER- Karachi, Pakistan, and continues to advise clients on legal matters about civil, property, banking, company, and various areas of law specified under areas of expertise and ensuring compliance with current legislation. She drafts and reviews legal documents, contracts, and agreements with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy. Conducts comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development. Represents clients in court, leveraging litigation skills to advocate effectively and secure favorable outcomes. Provides remote legal consulting services, offering flexibility and accessibility to clients.

• Certified Director from Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) registered on the panel of Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
• Successfully represented litigants in landmark judgments, with fifteen cases reported in renowned law journals.
• Drafted pleadings and represented clients in legal proceedings before Courts of Law involving civil and corporate law across various industries such as pharma, media, banking, manufacturing, and software.
• Incorporated private limited companies, associations not-for-profit, trusts and partnership firms and ensured their regular compliances, procedurally and through legal advisory.
• Managed constitutional petitions for the enforcement of fundamental rights against government and public bodies in matters of public interest.
• Assisted in high-profile criminal cases on a pro bono basis, dealing with serious offenses such as rape, terrorism, and murder, and worked on pre-arrest and post-arrest bails.
• Represented clients in family disputes, succession and rent cases, and complaints before the Provincial Ombudsman.
• Delivered talks and lectures on taxation, court procedures, employment contracts, industrial relations, and the Protection Against Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2010.

Has over 40 years of experience dealing with case institution and civil and criminal processes within District courts, the High Court of Sindh, and Special Courts. He is actively involved with all matters, ranging from case filing to case management. He is a dedicated member of the firm whose extensive experience and legal competence are impeccable and highly beneficial to the firm. He is highly skilled in filing documents, communicating with clients, reviewing records, and handling correspondence and is a valued member of the firm.

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Is a dedicated member of the firm who holds extensive experience and great paralegal skills involving administrative and support tasks for the firm, ranging from case institution, preparing court files, filing documents, attending to the administrative matters of both civil and criminal litigation, within District courts, the High Court of Sindh, and Special Courts. He coordinates the cases for the firm, prepares timelines and deadlines for the cases, and assists in communicating with clients, reviewing records, and handling correspondence. Due to his strong work ethics and skill set, he is a valued member of the firm.

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