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MSJ Advocates Collaborative Risk Sharing at CIArb Pakistan Webinar on Infrastructure Project Delays

In a landmark online discussion hosted by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Pakistan Branch, Mian Sheraz Javaid (MSJ) delivered a critical keynote during the webinar titled “Adjudicating Delays and Cost Overruns in Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects.” The event drew seasoned professionals and emerging voices in construction law, engineering, and dispute resolution. Drawing on over two decades of cross-jurisdictional experience in the United Kingdom, Pakistan, UAE, Singapore, and other key markets, MSJ offered sharp insights into the structural failures that often lead to project delays and cost escalations.

22 May 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Leads Insightful Webinar on Building a Career in International Arbitration for Nepal Council of Arbitration

Mian Sheraz Javaid had the honor of hosting a dynamic webinar organized by the Nepal Council of Arbitration (NEPCA), focusing on how aspiring professionals can build successful careers in international arbitration. The session was designed to offer valuable insights and actionable strategies to young legal professionals looking to enter and excel in the competitive world of international dispute resolution.

22 May 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Chairs Session on ‘Connecting with International Practices’ at Nepal’s National Conference on Arbitration

Mian Sheraz Javaid chaired a session titled 'Connecting with International Practices' at the prestigious National Conference on ‘Arbitration for Effective Dispute Resolution,’ held in Kathmandu. Organized by the Nepal Council of Arbitration (NEPCA), the event brought together prominent legal professionals and scholars to discuss the evolving landscape of arbitration and its growing importance in Nepal's dispute resolution framework.

22 May 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Highlights the Significance of ADR in Pakistan’s Legal System at Kinnaird College for Women

Mian Sheraz Javaid delivered an insightful lecture titled “Incorporating ADR into Pakistan's Legal Framework” at Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore. This event, which was well-received by both students and faculty members, focused on the role ADR could play in transforming Pakistan’s legal landscape, a topic that has gained increasing attention amid growing concerns over the backlog of cases in the country’s judicial system.

22 May 2025
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First Cohort of 2025 Completes Law Practice and Procedure for International Arbitration Course

Last week, Mian Sheraz Javaid and his team successfully wrapped up the first cohort of the 2025 Law Practice and Procedure for International Arbitration program with a revision class for Module 1. The course, which welcomed 15 legal practitioners from across Pakistan, marked a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to elevate Pakistan’s role in international dispute resolution.

15 May 2025
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Pakistan International Disputes Weekend 2025, 11th and 12th October 2025

Join us at the Pakistan International Disputes Weekend 2025—South Asia’s flagship convention on international arbitration and dispute resolution. Held annually under MSJ’s leadership, PIDW is a high-level convergence of legal minds, business leaders, and policymakers focused on shaping the future of global conflict resolution.

18 Jul 2025
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MSJ Leads ICC Workshop on Arbitration Hearings in Tokyo

Mian Sheraz Javaid, the Chair of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) Pakistan Branch, spearheaded the recent ICC Advanced Arbitration Academy’s workshop on Hearing and Evidence in an International Arbitration, held in Tokyo. The event attracted leading legal professionals from across the globe, who gathered to explore complex issues surrounding arbitration practice and deepen their understanding of international dispute resolution.

27 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid’s Role as Moderator in the "Construction 4.0: The Future of Arbitration" Session

On the 1st of October 2024, Mian Sheraz Javaid was part of the Istanbul Arbitration Week’24 and moderated a panel, ‘Construction 4.0: The Future of Arbitration’,alongside Christopher Campbell-Holt, Registrar and Chief Executive of AIFC (Astana International Financial Centre); Gabriel Armanet, FCiarb, MRICS, Senior Director at FTI Consulting (Paris); Asel El Housan, Founder and Director of AEH CONSULTANCY LIMITED L.L.C.; Tarek Alsohaibani, Partner at Sohaibani & Partners Law Firm; and Ayşe Feride Armangil Gökalp, Deputy CEO of TAV Construction.

27 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Delivers a Keynote Speech at ICMA Pakistan Seminar

Mian Sheraz Javaid was one of the keynote speakers on a seminar organised by the TSPD Committee of Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA Pakistan) in collaboration with Khawaja and Kamal. The seminar dealt with Alternative Dispute Resolution Having Specific Perspective of Mediation and the role of Early Neutral Evaluation. Alongside Sheraz, the panel of keynote speakers included Honorable Mr. Justice Jawad Hassan, Honorable Mr. Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, Honorable Mr. Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq and Shehzad Ahmed Malik, President ICMA.

27 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Highlights Pakistan's Growing Role in Regional ADR at IBA Karachi Event

Mian Sheraz Javaid participated in a panel discussion at the “Pakistan’s ADR Renaissance,” hosted by the Centre for Executive Education (CEE) at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) in Karachi. This event, held on the 16th of August 2024, brought together experts from across the globe and focused on the transformative impact of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in encouraging regional connectivity and advancing commercial law across South Asia.

27 Jun 2025
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The Latest Developments in Dispute Board Utilization in Pakistan

On the 22nd of February 2024, Mian Sheraz Javaid, Pakistan's country representative for the Dispute Resolution Board Foundation (DRBF), gave a thorough breakdown of how Dispute Boards (DBs) are becoming more relevant in the MENA (Middle East and Northern Africa) region in construction at the virtual MENA Regional Conference hosted by the DRBF.

26 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Speaks on Strengthening Dispute Resolution at Consultative Roundtable on CPEC and Investor Protection

Mian Sheraz Javaid, Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Task Force for CPEC Disputes and Chair of the Ciarb Pakistan Branch, recently participated in a high-level event, the 'Consultative Roundtable: A Holistic Assessment of Legislative Reform, Investor Protection, and Dispute Resolution'. The event was jointly organised by the Centre for Chinese Legal Studies at LUMS and the Institute of Regional and International Studies and was held at the Islamabad Marriott Hotel.

25 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Discussed Modernization of Arbitration Law at Key Event on China-Indonesia Trade

On the 28th of August, 2024, Mian Sheraz Javaid joined a distinguished panel of experts at the event titled "Arbitration's Role in Shaping Future Trade between China and Indonesia," organised by MedArbId (The Indonesian Academy of Independent Mediators and Arbitrators), the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC), and the Asia Pacific International Arbitration Centre (APIAC).

25 Jun 2025
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Mediation & Nation-Building – Insights from the Australian Dispute Resolution Association (ADRA) 2024

On the 15th and 16th of August 2024, the Australian Dispute Resolution Association (ADRA) hosted an event titled ‘Beyond Conflict: Dispute Resolution in Tomorrow’s Society’, where Mian Sheraz Javaid represented Pakistan and delivered a keynote address that analysed the impact of mediation on nation-building and gave some insightful approaches as to how Pakistan can benefit from a robust mediation industry.

25 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid: Guiding the Future of Legal Professionals through Ciarb Pakistan's Successful Workshop

On the 9th of October 2023, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) Pakistan Branch, in collaboration with the Law Students' Council Pakistan, hosted an inspiring and informative workshop titled "Charting Your Legal Journey: Career Guidance for Aspiring Lawyers." This highly anticipated event took place at the Bar Room of the Islamabad High Court Bar Association, providing an ideal venue for aspiring legal professionals to engage with experts and gain valuable insights into the trajectory of a successful legal career.

25 Jun 2025
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Insights into PIDW 2024: Mian Sheraz Javaid Highlights Key Features of Asia’s Premier Legal and Industrial Event

As the Chair of Pakistan International Dispute Weekend (PIDW), Asia’s Premier Legal and Industrial Event, Mian Sheraz Javaid reflects on the weekend-long event in his article, “A peek behind the Curtain at PIDW: Revealing the voices for 2024”. The article anticipates the second consecutive edition of this unique event, PIDW 2024. Sheraz, as the Chair of PIDW, sheds light on this event and its pivotal role in fostering dialogue, collaboration, and business opportunities within the global legal and industrial landscape.

25 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Reflects on the Transformative Impact of Pakistan International Disputes Weekend in New Article

Mian Sheraz Javaid writes a comprehensive piece to look back on the historic Pakistan International Disputes Weekend, held in May 2023, in all its glory—contribution to the evolution of the legal landscape in Pakistan. As the second edition of PIDW is to take place in May 2024, Sheraz's article titled “Pakistan International Disputes Weekend: Impact on Pakistan’s course of dispute resolution” gives a vivid account of how the first event set the tone for transforming the dispute resolution framework in the country and enhancing its appeal as an emerging hub for foreign direct investment.

25 Jun 2025
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MSJ Visits Sindh High Court: Applauds Karachi’s Pivotal Role in Advancing ADR in Pakistan

As part of his continued commitment to expanding Pakistan’s dispute resolution framework, Mian Sheraz Javaid (MSJ)—renowned English Barrister, Civil Engineer, and Chair of the CIArb Pakistan Branch—visited the Honorable Mr. Justice Adnan Iqbal Chaudhry, Judge of the High Court of Sindh and representative of the court in the ADR Committee of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan. The meeting served as a significant moment of appreciation and forward-looking dialogue, centered on the success of the Pakistan International Disputes Weekend (PIDW’24) and Karachi’s growing stature in the realm of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

24 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Strengthens Legal Ties in Nepal, Discusses Future Collaborations with Bhandari Law & Partners

Mian Sheraz Javaid concluded a series of high-profile meetings in July 2024 with key members of Bhandari Law and Partners, one of Nepal’s most distinguished corporate law firms. During his visit, Sheraz had the privilege of meeting Nabin Bhandari, the Managing Partner of Bhandari Law and Partners, alongside his father, Thahar Bahadur Bhandari, the firm’s Founding and Senior Partner.

23 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Meets Svetlana Vasileva-Stratenwerth at Ciarb Kenya 40th International Conference, Highlights Shared Vision for ADR Advancement

Mian Sheraz Javaid had the pleasure of meeting Svetlana Vasileva-Stratenwerth, the esteemed Secretary General of the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA), at the Ciarb Kenya 40th International ADR Conference in June 2024. The conference, which marked a significant milestone in the operations of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) in Kenya, provided a vibrant platform for the exchange of ideas and insights on the evolving landscape of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

23 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Reflects on a Fruitful Meeting with Jonathan Wood FCiarb at Ciarb Kenya's 40th Anniversary Conference

In a significant and heartfelt exchange at the Ciarb Kenya International ADR Conference, Mian Sheraz Javaid had the pleasure of meeting Jonathan Wood FCiarb, the President of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb), in June 2024. The conference, which celebrated 40 years of advancing alternative dispute resolution (ADR), provided the perfect backdrop for Sheraz to reflect on the lasting impact of Ciarb’s work and to engage in thought-provoking discussions with Wood, an individual he described as “truly admirable.”

22 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Hosts Muhammad Saleem Ahmad Ranjha for Insightful Discussion on Ciarb and Dispute Resolution

Mian Sheraz Javaid hosted Mr. Muhammad Saleem Ahmad Ranjha, a distinguished professional with a diverse background in public service and entrepreneurship. Ranjha’s career includes serving as Collector of Customs, Member of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), CEO of the FBR Foundation, Additional Secretary of the Board of Investment (BOI), and currently, Chairman of the Organization of Pakistani Entrepreneurs (OPEN) Lahore. He is also the Founding Director of Akhuwat, a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty through microfinance. The meeting between Sheraz and Ranjha provided an excellent opportunity to discuss the multifaceted role of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) in the field of dispute resolution.

23 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Engages in Fruitful Discussion on ADR Developments in Nepal with Dr. Mukti Rijal and NIAC Team

In July 2024, Mian Sheraz Javaid had the opportunity to meet with the Chair of the Nepal International ADR Centre (NIAC), Dr. Mukti Rijal, in an enlightening session that centred on the rising importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Nepal and elsewhere. Organised by Mr. Matrika Prasad Niraula, Director NIAC, it turned out to be an enriching discussion of current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the ADR space.

23 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Reflects on Meeting with ICC Leaders Claudia Salomon and Alexander Fessas at ICC Tokyo Arbitration Day

In May 2024, Mian Sheraz Javaid met Claudia Salomon, the President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, and Alexander Fessas, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, at the 2nd ICC Tokyo Arbitration Day. Sheraz noted that their leadership has been integral in encouraging the ICC to be the ultimate provider of arbitration services all over the world.

23 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Analyzes Pakistan’s Construction Sector: A New Era with the PEC’s Updated Conditions of Contract

Mian Sheraz Javaid’s article is an in-depth exploration of Pakistan’s construction sector, one that is undergoing rapid development and expansion. The article examines the progress the sector has made as well as important changes taking place in the regulatory framework. Particularly, Sheraz focuses on the recent updates to the Pakistan Engineering Council's (PEC) Conditions of Contract, which is an integral development that promises to align Pakistan’s construction industry with international best practices and modern standards.

21 Jun 2025
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Mian Sheraz Javaid Engages in Productive Discussion with Thara Gopalan on Arbitration Developments in Singapore

Mian Sheraz Javaid met with Thara Gopalan, Regional Vice President (Asia) at the AAA-ICDR Foundation, during his visit to Singapore in August, 2024. The meeting, described as both insightful and productive, focused on the evolving landscape of arbitration in Pakistan and the valuable lessons to be drawn from Singapore’s position as a global leader in international dispute resolution.

21 Jun 2025

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