MSJ as Counsel

Strategic Advocacy. Global Perspective. Commercial Clarity.

A Unique Legal-Technical Blend

Mian Sheraz Javaid brings a ‘highly rare blend’ of technical depth and legal precision to the role of Counsel—uniquely positioned as a Civil Engineer turned English barrister with rights of audience across key international jurisdictions.

Operating at the intersection of law, business, and cross-border strategy, Sheraz delivers results aligned with commercial purpose—whether advising on transactions or navigating complex disputes.

A Results-Driven Advocate

Sheraz ensures legal strategies serve the bigger picture—maximising protection, minimising exposure, and unlocking forward-looking solutions. He acts as both sole counsel and lead strategist, often coordinating with local counsel to secure jurisdiction-sensitive, commercially coherent outcomes.

Beyond courtroom representation, his focus lies in achieving strategic clarity, long-term value, and dispute resilience.

High-Stakes Matters

Multi-Jurisdictional Counsel

Sheraz regularly appears before courts and arbitral tribunals across various international jurisdictions, offering seamless advocacy and strategy:

Courts of England & Wales
DIFC Courts (Dubai)
SICC (Singapore)
AIFC Court (Kazakhstan)
Superior Courts of Pakistan

International Arbitration Expertise

Sheraz is regularly instructed in international arbitrations under institutional rules including ICC, LCIA, OAC, SIAC, DIAC, and Ciarb. His advocacy blends procedural rigour with commercial acumen.

He also advises on enforcement and challenge of arbitral awards—including under the New York Convention—safeguarding client interests through every procedural and jurisdictional complexity.

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Practice Focus

Focused counsel across dispute, transaction, and compliance matters.

International Disputes & Arbitration

  • Civil and commercial litigation across international forums.
  • High-value construction and infrastructure disputes under FIDIC.
  • Representation in ICC, LCIA, SIAC, DIAC, and UNCITRAL arbitrations.
  • Enforcement of arbitral awards under the New York Convention.
  • Strategic dispute resolution aligned with business continuity.

Corporate Strategy & Legal Risk

  • Strategic counsel in M&A, joint ventures, and shareholder transactions.
  • Risk advisory for regulatory compliance and dispute avoidance.
  • Pre-dispute audits and proactive contract interventions.
  • Legal project management for complex infrastructure or energy deals.

Why Instruct MSJ as Counsel?

Cross-Border Fluency

Navigate legal complexities with counsel who understands the cultural, procedural, and regulatory nuance of each forum.

Strategic Depth

Every move is calculated—not just to win the dispute, but to serve your business and reputational goals.

Technical Edge

From FIDIC-based infrastructure disputes to intricate shareholder claims, Sheraz speaks the language of engineers, financiers, and boardrooms.

End-to-End Support

From pre-dispute advisory to final award enforcement, Sheraz offers comprehensive counsel with continuity of insight.

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as Counsel

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It requires a legal mind that thinks in outcomes?

No5 Barristers' Chambers Fifth Floor 7 Savoy Court London, WC2R 0EX United Kingdom
Call us: +44 (0)786 639 0000
Email us: info@miansherazjavaid.com

You'll hear from us within 1-2 business days.