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I am a dual-qualified barrister admitted in Mauritius (Feb 2025) and Australia (Dec 2023), with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, governance, and technology. I lead Durbarry Chambers within the Mauritius International Financial Centre, focusing on cross-border regulatory advisory, fund structuring, and emerging technology regulation, while building regional alliances across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.\n\nPreviously, I held leadership roles at Cisco, shaping automation, data governance, and strategic operations across APJC, AMER, and EMEA. I am also an academic who has taught AI, programming and data science at the University of London, and I publish thought leadership in finance and technology regulation.…I am a dual-qualified barrister admitted in Mauritius (Feb 2025) and Australia (Dec 2023), with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, governance, and technology. I lead Durbarry Chambers within the Mauritius International Financial Centre, focusing on cross-border regulatory advisory, fund structuring, and emerging technology regulation, while building regional alliances across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.\n\nPreviously, I held leadership roles at Cisco, shaping automation, data governance, and strategic operations across APJC, AMER, and EMEA. I am also an academic who has taught AI, programming and data science at the University of London, and I publish thought leadership in finance and technology regulation.

Assadullah Durbarry

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I am a dual-qualified barrister admitted in Mauritius (Feb 2025) and Australia (Dec 2023), with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, governance, and technology. I lead Durbarry Chambers within the Mauritius International Financial Centre, focusing on cross-border regulatory advisory, fund structuring, and emerging technology regulation, while building regional alliances across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.\n\nPreviously, I held leadership roles at Cisco, shaping automation, data governance, and strategic operations across APJC, AMER, and EMEA. I am also an academic who has taught AI, programming and data science at the University of London, and I publish thought leadership in finance and technology regulation.…I am a dual-qualified barrister admitted in Mauritius (Feb 2025) and Australia (Dec 2023), with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, governance, and technology. I lead Durbarry Chambers within the Mauritius International Financial Centre, focusing on cross-border regulatory advisory, fund structuring, and emerging technology regulation, while building regional alliances across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.\n\nPreviously, I held leadership roles at Cisco, shaping automation, data governance, and strategic operations across APJC, AMER, and EMEA. I am also an academic who has taught AI, programming and data science at the University of London, and I publish thought leadership in finance and technology regulation.

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I am a dual-qualified barrister admitted in Mauritius (Feb 2025) and Australia (Dec 2023), with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, governance, and technology. I lead Durbarry Chambers within the Mauritius International Financial Centre, focusing on cross-border regulatory advisory, fund structuring, and emerging technology regulation, while building regional alliances across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.\n\nPreviously, I held leadership roles at Cisco, shaping automation, data governance, and strategic operations across APJC, AMER, and EMEA. I am also an academic who has taught AI, programming and data science at the University of London, and I publish thought leadership in finance and technology regulation.

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Founder & Principal Barrister at Durbarry Chambers

July 1, 2025 - Present

Founded and lead an independent legal practice specialising in cross-border advisory, fund structuring, and regulatory matters within the Mauritius International Financial Centre. Provide strategic counsel on financial services law, taxation, employment, Islamic finance, and emerging technology regulation; oversee operations, client relations, and thought leadership; spearhead the firm’s digital transformation with D Assist AI.

Pupil Barrister at Etude Sookia, Mauritius

September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Pupillage under an attorney, focusing on legal drafting, research, client advisory, and file management. Drafted pleadings and procedural documents; advised on regulatory compliance; engaged in client consultations.

PupIl Barrister at Erriah Chambers, Mauritius

December 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024

Completed Bar pupillage with emphasis on litigation support, legal research, and courtroom exposure; attended court proceedings; drafted submissions; collaborated on inter-chamber coordination.

Business Analyst Manager at Cisco (Global)

August 1, 2019 - April 1, 2025

Led global automation, dashboarding, and operational process improvements across Cisco’s Services Organization; collaborated with Finance, Sales, Strategy & Planning and Executive Leadership; improved operational visibility and performance amid tightening cash flow conditions.

Senior Data Analyst at Cisco (EMEAR)

February 1, 2015 - February 1, 2019

Managed data insights and performance analysis for Software and Services; partnered with Business Development Managers, Account Managers, and Customer Success teams to optimize outcomes.

Accounts Manager at Cisco (UK)

September 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014

Managed channel partner relationships and drove sales targets; focused on customer satisfaction, market coverage and strategic sales initiatives within the French 1Tier partners.

Operations Manager at ATech Group (Mauritius)

January 1, 2011 - September 1, 2013

Led operations and IT project management for a team of developers and sales professionals; delivered innovative IT solutions and managed strategic business functions to drive company growth.

Systems Analyst / Assistant IT Manager at Esquel Mauritius Ltd

November 1, 2006 - December 1, 2010

Recruited to support day-to-day IT operations and drive software development initiatives. Responsible for system administration, database management, and collaborative project leadership to improve operational systems.

Lecturer & Online Tutor at University of London

April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2024

Taught BSc and MSc students in programming, AI and data science; modules included Numerical Mathematics, Software Design, Algorithms, Agile Projects, Database & Web; MSc modules in Financial Data Modelling, Neural Networks, Data Science Research, AI.

Lecturer & Trainer at Various Institutions

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013

Delivered IT and business curriculum across multiple institutions including University of Mauritius, Open Education Centre, Jauffur Associates, Esquel Mauritius Ltd.