The need for a full-time Law College demanding the necessary degree of commitment from a student preparing himself for profession entailing great responsibility and providing the necessary requirements to equip him to assume such responsibilities has been felt for a very long time. The practical hazards in mustering up adequate material and human resources, however, dissuaded many from making an endeavor. It goes to the great credit of Hamdard University in assuming the role of a pioneer in this movement. The idea of setting up a center of excellence in law was mooted in a Board of Governors Meeting presided over by the Founder Chancellor Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said. Hakim Sahib was extremely responsive and emphasized that if the institution was to be set up by the University, it must be a center of excellence in every sense of the word. He then directed that some ground work be done to examine the feasibility of such an institution. Realizing the urgent need for a center of excellence for law, Hamdard University Karachi, decided to establish a full-time school of law at Karachi with a commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. The Hamdard School of Law, an integral part of the Hamdard University, opened for admission during the first week of January, 2001.

The teaching system, which is based on participatory pedagogic methodology, includes lectures, tutorials, class discussions, seminars, assignments and such related exercises which contribute to the development of lawyering skills. In the teaching system, emphasis is placed on small group classes tutorials, the desired aim being individual attention to students.

A good law library is available on city campus which is open 12 hours a day. The Law Library of Hamdard School of Law consisting 21,885 in numbers whereas Law books and Law journals are reaching the figure of 12,475. During the current year more books are being added to the Library. At the same time there is I.T.Lab consisting 48 computers. The students have the benefit of the following useful exposures during the LL.B program at this under guideline of Higher Education Commission and Pakistan Bar Council.

a. Mock Courts;
b. Seminars, Workshop, Moots and Debates competition;
c. Court Visits / Visit to Jails and Female Care Homes;
d. Visits to Lawyer’s Chambers.

The Law School provides information and guidance to facilitate students’ future prospects, both academically as well as professionally. Academically, the students have the resources and guidance from faculty members for further and higher studies in law. Professionally, the School provides information about placements and internship in different firms and chambers during vacations.

Individual attention, guidance and advice on academic matters and career are provided to the students.

Most dedicated faculty consisting of eminent former judges of High Court of Sindh, and highly qualified senior law experts with excellent legal career.

Welcome to the Hamdard School of Law!

As the Associate Dean, I am proud to lead a community committed to excellence in legal education. Our program combines demanding academics with practical experience, preparing students to become ethical and effective lawyers, judges and advocates. We emphasize critical thinking, collaboration and a deep understanding of the Law’s role in shaping society.

Our diverse faculty brings a wealth of experience and insights, raising an environment where innovation and inquiry thrive. We encourage our students to engage in meaningful dialogue. Challenge the status quo, and embrace the pursuit of justice.

I invite you to explore our offerings and join us in making a positive impact on the legal field and beyond. Together, we can navigate the complexities of the law and advocate for a better future.

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Admission Policy

We are imparting education of law for LL.B program (5 years) as recommended by Higher Education Commission (HEC) & Pakistan Bar Council (PBC).
Five year course consisting of 10th semester and each year having 2 semesters namely Spring and Fall and Spring commences from January whereas Fall semester from August.

Eligibility for Admission

i) Intermediate with Second Division in any discipline and “A level” with 50%.
ii) Entrance Test/Written Test.
iii) Interview. As the Faculty of Law at present is permitted by Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) for admissions to 100 students per year meaning there by 50 students per semester.

iv) HU Entry Test 60%.

Admission Preferences

i) Term back/Repeater of Semester.
ii) Intermediate/ Students and “A-Level” having better percentage.
iii) Siblings.
iv) Children of Teaching Staff and Non-Teaching Staff of Faculty of Law Hamdard University.
v) Sons/daughters of legal fraternity.

The Above Admission preference will be given to students who clear the entrance test/ written test and interview on the following criteria:
10% percentage given to academic achievement.
70% on clearing entry test with 50% marks.
20% on interview.

A candidate shall not be eligible for admission to LL.B. (5 Years)
If he/she

i) has been convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude; or

ii) has been dismissed or removed for corruption or misconduct from service of Government, any local Authority or institution incorporated by the Government under any statue,

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Mission and Vision

Education and research in the field of law are matter of prime importance for the development of culture for the rule of law in the country. Unfortunately, legal education has not up till now been given the required importance and significance. Perhaps it has never been realized that investment in legal education will reward by achieving the goal of shaping an upright society. In view of the rapidly increasing demands of globalization, Pakistan’s indigenous legal system will have to adapt itself to the contemporary trends in other systems of jurisprudence as well.

To substantiate the need for reforms in legal education it is emphasized from time to time to make substantial improvements in the quality of legal education. To fulfill cherished dream of Shaheed Hakim Mohammad Said. The Hamdard University established a School of Law in 2001 and started imparting Legal education at their city campus. This has facilitated the student access to legal education, enormously.

The educational programs aim is to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and professional skills and developing enthusiasm for research legal issues. The Faculty of Law, Hamdard University is therefore, committed to professionalism and competence in legal studies effective in national and international context. Our main role is to develop our students in the qualities of truth, Justice & Fairness in the service of humanity. The Faculty of Law tries its best to make sure that students acquire knowledge and independent thinking skills so that they can make the best use of this, along with the degree.

Objectives

Faculty of Law has been designed to produce academically well trained lawyers having innovative approach, high professional skills and understanding of law in socioeconomy, legal and political perspectives.

1‐ To prepare the best professionals in the field of law equipped with Skills, objective reasoning powers and to meet the needs of the society through quality education at an affordable cost.
2‐ To prepare the best professionals who can meet the legal requirement in different Public & Private Sectors.
3‐ To provide independent thinking law graduates in order to meet the need of legal fraternity and Judiciary.

Permanent Faculty

Mr. Anwar Ahmed

Associate Dean
LL.B
LLM
M.Phil (Islamic Studies)
MA (International Relation)
MA (Urdu)
MA (Islamic Studies)
MA (English)
MA (History)
B.Ed.
PGD (Islamic Laws) from International Islamic University Islamabad

Ms. Aamra Tariq

Assistant Professor
M.A.
LL.B

Ms. Tahira Manzoor

Lecturer
MBA
LL.B from Hamdard University, Karachi
Mediator

Ms. Sapna Sewani

Lecturer
LL.M – Master of Laws | 2022 Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University of Law, Karachi
LL.B (Hons.) | 2015 Hamdard University, Karachi

Visiting Faculty