Professor Anzar Shah
LecturerProfessor Anzar Shah is a senior law academic with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. His areas of expertise include constitutional law, corporate governance, and comparative legal systems. He is actively involved in student mentoring, curriculum development, and academic quality enhancement, contributing significantly to legal education and institutional growth.
Education
Post Doctorate – International & Comparative Law (2021)
University of London, United Kingdom
PhD – Constitutional Law (2015)
University of the Punjab, Lahore
LL.M – Corporate & Commercial Law (2010)
Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad
LL.B (Hons) – Law (2008)
University of the Punjab, Lahore
Research Interests
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Constitutional & Administrative Law
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Corporate Governance & Compliance
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Human Rights & Public Policy
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Comparative Legal Systems
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Legal Education & Law Reforms
Skills
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Legal Research & Case Analysis
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Academic Writing & Publications
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Litigation Support & Legal Drafting
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Moot Court Training & Advocacy
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Student Mentoring & Supervision
Teaching & Academic Experience
Over 12 years of academic experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate law programs, including Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, and Jurisprudence. Actively involved in student mentoring, moot court supervision, and academic research guidance.
Professional Memberships
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Member, Pakistan Bar Council
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Member, Punjab Bar Council
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Life Member, Pakistan Society of Legal Scholars
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Associate Member, International Association of Law Teachers (IALT)
Biography
Professor Anzar Shah is a PhD in Law with postdoctoral research experience in International and Comparative Legal Studies. He is a dedicated faculty member with a strong blend of academic excellence and practical legal exposure. Over the course of his career, he has published 30+ research articles in reputable national and international law journals recognized by HEC.
As an active contributor to institutional development, Professor Anzar Shah has played a key role in curriculum design, academic policy implementation, and quality assurance initiatives. His expertise extends beyond teaching and research, with significant involvement in Outcome-Based Education (OBE) implementation for law programs, faculty mentoring, and academic governance.
He regularly contributes to the department and the institution through student supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, moot court training, legal research guidance, academic coordination, and various administrative responsibilities as required.
Teaching Courses
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Constitutional Law
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Jurisprudence
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Corporate & Commercial Law
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Contract Law
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Administrative Law
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Legal Research Methodology
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International Human Rights Law
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Law of Evidence
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Legal Ethics & Professional Conduct
Academic Positions
| Description of Position | Institute | From | To |
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| Professor of Law | Lincolns Inn Law College | 2021 | Present |
| Associate Professor | University of the Punjab | 2016 | 2021 |
| Assistant Professor | University of Lahore | 2011 | 2016 |
| Lecturer | Quaid-e-Azam Law College | 2008 | 2011 |
Judicial Review and Constitutional Interpretation in Emerging Democracies (2023)
Anzar Shah, Ahmad Raza, Saima Khalid
International Journal of Constitutional Law
Corporate Governance Reforms and Shareholder Protection: A Comparative Study (2022)
Anzar Shah, Muhammad Usman, Ayesha Iqbal
Journal of Corporate Law Studies
Human Rights Enforcement Mechanisms in South Asian Legal Systems (2022)
Anzar Shah, Farah Khan, Imran Ahmed
Human Rights Law Review
The Role of Administrative Tribunals in Strengthening Rule of Law (2021)
Anzar Shah, Hassan Ali
International Review of Administrative Law
Legal Implications of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Commercial Conflicts (2021)
Anzar Shah, Sara Mahmood, Kamran Yousaf
Journal of Dispute Resolution
Constitutional Protection of Fundamental Rights under Transitional Governments (2021)
Anzar Shah, Zainab Tariq
Asian Journal of Comparative Law
Judicial Activism and Democratic Accountability: A Critical Analysis (2020)
Anzar Shah, Bilal Ahmad
Law & Policy Review
Evolving Standards of Legal Education and Outcome-Based Assessment in Law Schools (2020)
Anzar Shah, Huma Siddiqui
Journal of Legal Education
Best Law Faculty Award
Awarded for excellence in teaching, research contributions, and student mentoring .
HEC Recognition for Research Publications
Recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) for consistent publications in HEC-recognized international journals.
Outstanding Contribution to Legal Education Award
Honored for leadership in curriculum development and implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) in law programs.
Research Excellence Award
Awarded for impactful research in constitutional and comparative law.
Faculty Leadership & Service Award
Recognized for academic leadership, faculty mentoring, and institutional development initiatives.