international college for legal studies

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Where Imagination Meets Real-World Change

Our academic vision revolves around connecting students to bring out the best in them in this digital age, by adapting them to learn, research and connect to the world. ICLS focuses on being flexible by combining the world of advanced study with the world of work.

ICLS has established an academic community that unites students, staff and alumni from the legal fraternity. It promotes inclusivity and diversity for instance by providing a daycare facility and a flexibile work routine for all. It prepares student for the practice of law anywhere in the world. ICLS aspires to instil in every student a respect for the rule of law and a commitment to values such as tolerance, cooperation and equality. ICLS strives to produce high quality professionals who are able to successfully interpret and challenge the world which is undergoing massive transformation globally.

Our pedagogy is based upon an effective use of blended learning to ensure enhanced learning. ICLS ensuresA community of teachers and students based on equity, diversity and common goals.Opportunities for students to engage in professional development as well as access to various research opportunities for them to fully develop their expertise.Unleashing your potential as a legal leader starts at ICLS. This esteemed law school empowers aspiring lawyers to forge fulfilling careers through prestigious University of London degrees. Choose from the LLB Hons or prepare for the Bar Transfer Test with BPP University. ICLS also offers pathway programs like the ATHE Diploma and Extended Diploma in Law for those seeking LLB eligibility.

Beyond academics, ICLS ignites your passion for justice through a vibrant events calendar. Sharpen your legal mind and advocacy skills at the ICLS Model United Nations, National Women’s Moot Court Competition, and ICLS Debating Championship. Gain valuable insights on women’s rights at the International Women’s Day Symposium and delve deeper into legal practice through the M.A. Jinnah Moot Court Competition. Additionally, hone your negotiation and dispute resolution techniques with Civil/Commercial Mediation Training.

 ICLS goes beyond the classroom, fostering well-rounded legal professionals. The esteemed Legal Clinics program hones your legal, advocacy, and research skills through practical experience. Meanwhile, specialized centers tackle critical issues. The Centre for Law and Human Rights, collaborating with Amnesty International South Asia, champions human rights in Pakistan. The Centre for Global Research provides legal support to institutions strengthening Pakistani law. Finally, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution Lahore (ICDRL) offers dispute resolution services with accredited mediators and arbitrators. ICDRL is also home to ADR ODR International UK, the only platform in Pakistan providing accredited ADR training.

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Our core team consists of dedicated and hardworking individuals who are experts in their respective fields.

sarah tarar

Sarah Tarar

CEO | Dean | Director ICDRL | Lecturer ADR & LLM | UOL Worldwide Recognised Tutor | LLM (LONDON) | Mediator World Bank Group

Ms Sarah Tarar is the Dean of International College for Legal Studies and the CEO of the company behind it. She is also the Director of International Centre for Dispute Resolution Lahore.

She has been working with the University of London Programmes in Pakistan since 2004 and is a pioneer in the field of law. She is the first in Pakistan to become a University of London Recognised Worldwide Tutor, UG Laws. She has an LLM in Commercial & Corporate Law (London), Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Law (London), Postgraduate Certificate in Public International Law (London) and a Postgraduate Certificate of Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (London).

Moreover, Ms Tarar is a Consultant Mediator at the Office of Compliance Advisor Ombudsman, World Bank Group. She is the CEO of ADR ODR International Pakistan, the Resident Representative, Pakistan for ADR ODR International, UK and a part of their International Training faculty. Moreover, she is a Digital Dispute Resolution Specialist at DDRS, UK, with training as an Accredited Civil/Commercial Mediator, Negotiator, International Commercial Arbitrator and ODR Specialist. She is on the panel of mediators of ADR ODR International, UK and of the Singapore International Mediation Institute (SIMI). In addition, she is an Associate Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb).

sonia riaz

Sonia Riaz Hussain

UOL WORLDWIDE RECOGNISED TUTOR | LECTURER CONTRACT LAW | LLM (SOAS)

Sonia Riaz Hussain is working as supervisor for the dissertation at ICLS. She is the supervisor for the Dissertation Module and Lecturer for Contract Law Module of the University of London LLB International Programme.

She has been working as a legal academic for the University of London Programmes since 2007 and is one of the few University of London Worldwide Recognised Tutors in Pakistan. She has also been an active part of the Providers Conferences held by the University of London over the years.

She completed her LLM (International and Comparative Commercial Law) from SOAS, UK. She has worked as the In-house Legal Counsel for Warid Telecom (Pvt) Ltd and the Punjab Healthcare Commission, Pakistan. She is a licensed Advocate of the High Court and was admitted as a member of the Punjab Bar Council in 2006.

She is also an accredited Civil-Commercial Mediator with ADR-ODR International, UK, also accredited by Singapore International Mediation Institute (SIMI) and the Civil Mediation Council (CMC), UK. She helps in the management of the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDRL) and is also part of the International Faculty of ADR ODR International for which trainings take place under ICDRL.

seemin ahmed

Seemin Ahmed

UOL WORLDWIDE RECOGNISED TUTOR | LECTURER COMPANY LAW & LLM | LLM (LONDON)

Ms Seemin Ahmed is the lecturer of company law module for the University of London LLB degree. In addition, she is the Lecturer for Company Law Modules for the University of London courses.

She completed her LLB degrees from the University of London. Her LLM was in the fields of Company law, Jurisprudence, Theoretical Criminology and Juvenile Justice. In addition, she has a Master in Business Administration from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. She is also a University of London Worldwide Recognized Tutor.

Ms Ahmed has immense experience in academia, having worked as the Head of Laws for a University of London teaching provider institution. She has taught students of University of London’s Company Law course and Royal Holloway’s BBA Programme in Human Resource Management.

Ms Ahmed has worked in a managerial role at KPMG, where she was entrusted with the responsibilities of managing international clientele vis-à-vis their taxation and corporate law requirements. Before working at KPMG, She gained extensive experience in International Business (B2B) at Wateen Telecom Limited, an Abu Dhabi Group venture.

She is licensed to practise law in the High Courts of Pakistan, and is an accredited Civil-Commercial Mediator with ADR-ODR International, UK. She is also a partner at Expertos Legales.

Moghees Uddin Khan

Moghees Uddin Khan

Director CLHR | Lecturer PIL, IPHR & LLM | LLM (Warwick)

Mr Moghees Uddin Khan is the Director of Centre for Law and Human Rights (CLHR) at International College for Legal Studies, which works in collaboration with Amnesty international South Asia.

In addition, he is the Lecturer for Public International Law, International Protection of Human Rights Modules for the University of London courses.

Mr Khan completed his LLB (Hons) degree from the University of London and went on to do his LLM in International Development Law and Human Rights Law, specializing in Governance at the University of Warwick, UK. His primary areas of focus include International Humanitarian Law, Preventive Detention and the Enforcement of International Human Rights treaties. Mr. Khan was also a member of the Conflict Law Centre at RSIL. 

He is also Co-founder of Phir/Se, a law and design consultancy working towards a cleaner and greener Pakistan. He has co-authored three books on International Humanitarian law for Government stakeholders and International Organisations. He has been teaching for the University of London modules for a number of years now.

Muhammad Saad Zahid

Muhammad Saad Zahid

Programme Coordinator ICLS
Criminal Law

Mr. Saad graduated with a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in his LLB from University of London.

Passionate about legal education, Saad serves as Programme Coordinator and tutor at International College for Legal Studies (ICLS), where he teaches the modules of Contract Law and Jurisprudence & Legal Theory for the University of London’s L.L.B programme.

In his capacity as Programme Coordinator, Mr. Saad plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth academic operations of ICLS. He is responsible for supervising the academic and administrative needs of students, offering them academic guidance, assisting with module selection, and addressing any challenges they may face in their studies. By actively engaging with students, he helps foster a learning environment that promotes academic excellence and professional development.

Beyond student support, he also oversees the coordination of faculty members, ensuring that course delivery aligns with academic standards. He facilitates communication between students and faculty, assists in scheduling lectures, and ensures that tutors are equipped with the necessary resources for effective teaching.

Mr. Saad also plays an integral role in connecting ICLS with other institutions, strengthening the institute’s academic and professional networks. He collaborates with universities, legal organizations, and professional bodies to create new opportunities for students, whether through academic partnerships, guest lectures, or internship placements. His efforts contribute to expanding ICLS’s reach within the legal education sector, enhancing its reputation as a centre for excellence in legal studies.

Having keen interest in litigation Mr. Saad joined Expertos Legales Advocates & Corporate Law Consultants as a dedicated associate Lawyer, specializing in civil and commercial litigation. His practice spans complex disputes in banking, employment, family and labour laws, where he combines rigorous legal analysis with strategic advocacy.

In addition to his practical legal skills Mr. Saad is also a Certified Accredited Mediator and ADR ODR International Associate Arbitrator reinforcing his ability to navigate conflicts effectively both in and out of the courtroom.

Amna Hassan

Amna Hassan

Bar at Law (BPP and Lincoln’s inn)
Lecturer Criminal Law

Ms. Amna Hassan is a UK-trained barrister and civil litigation advocate with experience in both the United Kingdom and Pakistan.

She currently serves as a Civil Litigation and Constitutional Law Associate at Zia and Shah Legal Consultants, where she regularly appears before civil courts and advises on civil, commercial, and constitutional matters, including drafting petitions under Article 199 and contributing to reported public interest litigation.

She completed the Barrister Training Course at BPP University with a Merit and holds an LLB in Politics, Philosophy and Law from King’s College London. In London, she worked as a litigation and private client paralegal at Law Lane Solicitors and Khan’s Solicitors, gaining experience in legal research, drafting, settlement negotiations, and complex dispute resolution.

Alongside her legal practice, she is Co-Founder of RUKH Foundation, an education charity supporting underprivileged students in Lahore, reflecting her ongoing commitment to access to justice and community development.

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