Professional Background

Dr. Mazhar Ilahi is a highly regarded Barrister-at-Law with a strong focus on family and immigration law, alongside substantial expertise in legislative drafting and legal reform. Called to the Bar in 2017, Dr. Ilahi is accredited for both direct public access and the litigation extension, enabling him to provide comprehensive legal services to a wide array of clients.

Areas of Practice

Dr. Ilahi regularly accepts instructions in various family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, asset concealment, domestic violence, and child arrangements. In addition to his family law practice, he is experienced in handling immigration and asylum cases, providing clients with robust representation and tailored legal strategies.

Legal and Academic Qualifications

Before embarking on his career as a barrister, Dr. Ilahi qualified as a Solicitor in 2013. Dr. Ilahi completed his PhD in Law at the University of London in 2012, with a specialist focus on legislative policy analysis, legislative drafting, and statutory interpretation. He previously served as a Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate in Pakistan, as well as an Advocate of the High Courts, further enhancing his practical legal insight.

Advocacy and Expertise

Renowned for his outstanding advocacy, meticulous attention to detail, and broad academic achievements, Dr. Ilahi is adept at guiding clients through intricate legal processes. He is committed to providing effective representation and is recognised for his ability to develop strategies tailored to each client’s needs. Dr. Ilahi has also acted as a qualified expert on Pakistani law and society in UK courts, underscoring his international legal acumen.

Academic Contributions

Dr. Ilahi’s academic involvement includes serving as an Associate Research Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, University of London, from 2013 to 2019. He has an extensive publication record in respected journals such as the European Journal of Law Reform, Statute Law Review, The Company Lawyer, and Pakistan Observer. His work primarily addresses topics like legislative drafting, statutory interpretation, and law reform in Pakistan.

He has presented at various seminars and scholarly forums in London and abroad, addressing issues including legislative drafting, the plain language movement, reporting of child sex abuse, interfaith harmony, law reforms, and applied case studies related to Pakistan. Dr. Ilahi is also a regular peer reviewer for leading journals, including Statute Law Review (OUP) and Theory and Practice of Legislation (Taylor and Francis).

Professional Qualities

Barrister Mazhar Ilahi exemplifies both practical skill and academic excellence. He is widely recognised for providing trusted legal counsel and representation at the highest level, combining real-world legal expertise with a strong scholarly foundation.

Languages

• English (Professional)
• Punjabi (Native)
• Urdu (Fluent)
• Hindi (Conversational)