Muhammad Farooq is a seasoned Associate Consultant and Researcher with a robust background in taxation, mediation, corporate law, cybersecurity, human rights, and constitutional law as enrolled Advocate High Court from the Baluchistan Bar Council. Working with Value Court Law Firm, a premier firm in Islamabad, Farooq brings three years of experience in both advisory and litigation roles, handling a wide array of cases across the civil, criminal, and corporate legal spectrum. His work reflects a strong commitment to upholding citizens’ rights, enhancing governance structures, and fostering peace and justice through legal means.

Farooq’s education includes a Bachelor’s in Law (LL.B.) from the Faculty of Shariah and Law at International Islamic University Islamabad, where he specialized in Companies Law, Taxation Law, Arbitration Law international law, and human rights. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Baluchistan, with a focus on Economics and Mathematics. Complementing his legal expertise, he has furthered his skills through Harvard University’s Virtual Learning “Justice Course” and Tsinghua University’s exploration of Western philosophy, alongside professional training in legal drafting and policy research.

Throughout his career, Farooq has been actively involved in high-profile cases. Notable achievements include challenging a media program for its potential to incite ethnic conflict, advocating for the rights of marginalized citizens by filing petitions to unblock national identity cards, and supporting cases on the free movement rights of internal nomads in Pakistan. Additionally, he contributed as a key researcher in the Peshawar High Court’s decision to halt the transfer of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s tax cases to Islamabad. His dedication to public service also extends to pro bono juvenile bail applications, addressing cases where minors were wrongfully implicated in politically motivated charges.

Farooq’s skills in policy research, legal drafting, and persuasive communication have been instrumental in his consulting roles. As a legal researcher at the Value Court Law Firm, he engaged in research and drafting processes , preparing legal briefs, managing data analysis, and coordinating with other firms to ensure seamless proceedings. His work in these capacities has established him as a versatile practitioner capable of handling multifaceted legal challenges.

A proactive public speaker and advocate for justice, Farooq has represented his views in national and international media on issues related to legal governance, equality, and digital privacy rights. His involvement in conferences on the “Islamization of Law”, “Cyber Law”, and “Corporate Litigation and Arbitration” further underscores his dedication to advancing the legal profession and addressing pressing societal issues.

For his exemplary educational Background, Farooq has been and has received scholarships and honors, including the OGDCL Merit Scholarship, the Moot Court Judge and award from the Balochistan Endowment Fund.

Farooq remains dedicated to his mission of promoting justice, equality, and improved governance across volatile regions, striving to create lasting legal and social impact through his career through representing the research paper at the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) with titled 18th Amendment and its impacts on Centre and Province Relationship.