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Azeen Hafeez

Iowa City

Summary

Professional advocate with experience in contract administration and dispute resolution, bringing a strong foundation in interpreting and enforcing contractual rights. Skilled in representing parties with limited bargaining power, managing disputes arising from alleged contract violations, and advocating for fair outcomes through structured grievance and arbitration processes. Motivated to switch to union representation, using clear and impactful communication, and effective enforcement of collective bargaining agreements.

Work History

Associate Attorney

Esquare Legal
Islamabad
2021 - 2023
  • Drafted and negotiated contracts for small businesses and start-ups.
  • Reviewed contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Advised clients regarding contract interpretation disputes or breach of contract claims.
  • Negotiated on behalf of small-scale parties to reduce unfair investor demands, and other unfavorable terms.

Associate Attorney

RMA & Co.
Islamabad
2019 - 2021
  • Reviewed contracts and agreements to identify potential arbitration issues.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws and precedents to support arbitration cases.
  • Represented clients in arbitration proceedings involving interpretation and enforcement of contractual rights.
  • Negotiated settlements between parties in order to avoid costly litigation proceedings.
  • Represented parties in high-stakes commercial disputes.
  • Helped draft Pakistan's leading guide for arbitration practice.

Advocacy / Litigation

Public Interest Experience
  • Provided pro bono legal support to country's largest women's rights movement (Aurat March).
  • Conducted research and helped draft an impactful juvenile justice reform bill.
  • Assisted in the drafting of a landmark transgender rights law, guaranteeing legal recognition and anti-discrimination protections.

Education

LL.B. (Hons)

University of London / BPP International Program
Pakistan
01-2019

Skills

  • Contract negotiation
  • Settlement negotiation
  • Client advocacy
  • Arbitration representation
  • Contract interpretation
  • Contract drafting
  • Dispute resolution
  • Legal research
  • Compliance management
  • Effective communication
  • Mediation
  • Legislative drafting

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu / Hindi / Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Associate Attorney

Esquare Legal
2021 - 2023

Associate Attorney

RMA & Co.
2019 - 2021

Advocacy / Litigation

Public Interest Experience

LL.B. (Hons)

University of London / BPP International Program

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