Shamilat Land: Can Long Possession Make You the Owner?
A family may cultivate the same field for decades and believe nobody can question its ownership. But when land is
Landmark Judgments
Latest Landmark Judgements in Pakistan
Landmark Judgments section includes important and influential Pakistani court decisions that explain major legal principles and help readers understand how courts protect legal rights and interpret the law.
Overseas Pakistani Property Dispute: 9 Lessons to Protect Your Land
For an overseas Pakistani, a house or plot in Pakistan is often more than an investment. It may represent twenty
Rejection of Plaint in Pakistan: When Can a Civil Suit End Early?
A civil case may involve valuable property, a disputed gift, years of family conflict, and documents that appear strong. Yet
Second Marriage Law in Pakistan: Can a Husband Marry Again?
A second marriage can turn an already troubled relationship into a legal and emotional crisis. The first wife may suddenly
Illegal Dispossession Act 2005: Can Your Own Brother Seize Your Home?
A property dispute becomes far more painful when the person accused of taking possession is not a stranger, but a
Transgender Act 2018 in Pakistan: What Did the Court Actually Decide?
Behind every legal definition is a human life. An abandoned intersex child needs shelter. A citizen with an “X” marker
Women Harassment Act Balochistan: Why Did a Complaint Fail?
The Women Harassment Act Balochistan is meant to protect dignity and safety at work. It cannot be used as a
Women Rights in Pakistan: 7 Protections No Jirga Can Take Away
Imagine being told that your future, marriage, property or personal safety has been decided in a village gathering where you
Women Harassment Law in Pakistan: 9 Rights Against Workplace Abuse
A woman may spend years building her education, career and professional reputation. Yet one senior officer, colleague or employer can
General Power of Attorney in Pakistan: What Can Go Wrong?
A trusted signature can save you repeated visits to offices, courts and property authorities. But the same signature can also