I am a Dubai-based law student and aspiring solicitor, currently pursuing an LLM with a Solicitors Qualifying Exam Pathway at Middlesex University Dubai. I am passionate about corporate law, litigation, and social justice, and I enjoy translating legal concepts into clear, practical advice for clients and teams. Over the past years I completed legal internships in Gajani & Shar, Samiullah Dayo & Co, and SMMS Legal, plus a paralegal role at Revival Karachi. I have led and participated in Denning MUN and CSR initiatives, and I love collaborating with diverse teams to deliver research, drafting and advocacy that makes a difference. I am fluent in English and Urdu, with basic sign language, and I am eager to bring my drive and organizational skills to a professional setting.…

Laiba Muhammad Zaki

I am a Dubai-based law student and aspiring solicitor, currently pursuing an LLM with a Solicitors Qualifying Exam Pathway at Middlesex University Dubai. I am passionate about corporate law, litigation, and social justice, and I enjoy translating legal concepts into clear, practical advice for clients and teams. Over the past years I completed legal internships in Gajani & Shar, Samiullah Dayo & Co, and SMMS Legal, plus a paralegal role at Revival Karachi. I have led and participated in Denning MUN and CSR initiatives, and I love collaborating with diverse teams to deliver research, drafting and advocacy that makes a difference. I am fluent in English and Urdu, with basic sign language, and I am eager to bring my drive and organizational skills to a professional setting.…

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I am a Dubai-based law student and aspiring solicitor, currently pursuing an LLM with a Solicitors Qualifying Exam Pathway at Middlesex University Dubai. I am passionate about corporate law, litigation, and social justice, and I enjoy translating legal concepts into clear, practical advice for clients and teams.

Over the past years I completed legal internships in Gajani & Shar, Samiullah Dayo & Co, and SMMS Legal, plus a paralegal role at Revival Karachi. I have led and participated in Denning MUN and CSR initiatives, and I love collaborating with diverse teams to deliver research, drafting and advocacy that makes a difference. I am fluent in English and Urdu, with basic sign language, and I am eager to bring my drive and organizational skills to a professional setting.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Legal Intern at Gajani & Shar
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Assisted in preparing mock trials using real case files, improving case analysis skills. Observed court proceedings and gained exposure to litigation strategies and courtroom practices.
Legal Intern at Samiullah Dayo & Co.
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Conducted legal research and collaborated with senior lawyers on civil and corporate matters.
Legal Intern at Sajeel Mirza, Mann and Shah (SMMS legal)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Drafted corporate contracts and power of attorney agreements. Reviewed and summarized complex property documents to support transaction due diligence.
Paralegal at Revival Karachi
September 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Supported legal teams on projects and NGO campaigns. Drafted documents to communicate the NGO’s stance on social justice issues.
Denning Summer Internship Drive at Denning Law School, Karachi
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Participated in training programs covering communication, time management and teamwork. Applied legal knowledge to practical scenarios, gaining insight into professional practice.
Denning Summer Internship Drive at Denning Law School, Karachi
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Participated in training programs covering communication, time management and teamwork. Applied legal knowledge to practical scenarios, gaining insight into professional practice.
Academic curator at DENMUN V (Denning MUN)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Designed agendas and guided committees, ensuring academic rigor and delegate engagement.
Head of CSR wing at Denning Debates Union (Denning Law School)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Led CSR initiatives including debate training for hearing and speech-impaired students.
Representative at Harvard MUN (USA)
February 1, 2024 - February 28, 2024
Represented Pakistan, engaging in high-level negotiations and diplomatic discussions.
Secretary General at DENMUN IV (Denning MUN)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Directed all aspects of the national MUN conference, managing logistics and academic content.
Winter School – legal training at Office of Khushbakht shah Jillani, Karachi
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Completed training in legal research and advocacy under senior counsel.

Education

LLM (Solicitors Qualifying Exam Pathway) at Middlesex University – Dubai
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
LLB (Hons) at Denning Law School (University of London)
January 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025
Foundation programme - 7 distinctions at Denning International Foundation (NCC Education)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Winter School – legal training
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Secretary General, DENMUN IV
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Academic curator, DENMUN V
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Head of CSR Wing, Denning Debates Union
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Harvard MUN participation (Harvard Model United Nations)
February 1, 2024 - February 28, 2024

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization

Skills

Experience Level