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'''Amir Saeed Channa''' (Urdu: عامر سعید چنا) is a prominent Pakistani litigator, jurist, and legal academic practicing in the [[High Court of Sindh]]. Based in [[Karachi]], he serves as the Partner Counsel at MAC Law Associates. Known for his results-oriented approach in high-stakes litigation, Channa has secured landmark victories in corporate, constitutional, and criminal law. In 2025, his arguments in the matter of ''M. Faisal v. Meha Fatima'' resulted in a significant reported legal precedent regarding family maintenance (Citation: | {{AfC submission}} | ||
{{Infobox person | |||
| name = Amir Saeed Channa | |||
| native_name = عامر سعید چنا | |||
| occupation = Advocate, High Court of Sindh | |||
| employer = MAC Law Associates | |||
| education = LL.M (University of Karachi), LL.B, M.A. Economics | |||
| notable_works = ''M. Faisal v. Meha Fatima'' (2025 SHC KHI 3439) | |||
}} | |||
'''Amir Saeed Channa''' (Urdu: عامر سعید چنا) is a prominent Pakistani litigator, jurist, and legal academic practicing in the [[High Court of Sindh]]. Based in [[Karachi]], he serves as the Partner Counsel at MAC Law Associates. Known for his results-oriented approach in high-stakes litigation, Channa has secured landmark victories in corporate, constitutional, and criminal law. In 2025, his arguments in the matter of ''M. Faisal v. Meha Fatima'' resulted in a significant reported legal precedent regarding family maintenance (Citation: 2025 SHC KHI 3439). | |||
== Education & Academic Distinctions == | == Education & Academic Distinctions == | ||
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* '''LL.B (Bachelor of Laws):''' University of Karachi (2018). Secured '''Fourth Position''' in the university. | * '''LL.B (Bachelor of Laws):''' University of Karachi (2018). Secured '''Fourth Position''' in the university. | ||
* '''M.A. Economics (Finance, HR & IR):''' University of Karachi (2010). | * '''M.A. Economics (Finance, HR & IR):''' University of Karachi (2010). | ||
* '''CII-UK (Legal & Regulatory):''' Specialized certification in Insurance and Takaful law from the Chartered Institute of Insurance, London (2011). | * '''CII-UK (Legal & Regulatory):''' Specialized certification in Insurance and Takaful law from the Chartered Institute of Insurance, London (2011).[1] | ||
* '''B.Com:''' Govt. Commerce & Economics College, Karachi (2007). | * '''B.Com:''' Govt. Commerce & Economics College, Karachi (2007). | ||
== High-Profile & Constitutional Litigation == | == High-Profile & Constitutional Litigation == | ||
Channa has built a reputation for handling complex institutional and constitutional matters | Channa has built a reputation for handling complex institutional and constitutional matters. | ||
=== Institutional & SBCA Litigation === | === Institutional & SBCA Litigation === | ||
* '''SBCA & Illegal Construction:''' In ''Shaikh Muhammad Zeeshan vs. Federation of Pakistan'' (C.P. No. D-1121 of 2025), he secured urgent relief orders against illegal construction and obtained court directives for the | * '''SBCA & Illegal Construction:''' In ''Shaikh Muhammad Zeeshan vs. Federation of Pakistan'' (C.P. No. D-1121 of 2025), he secured urgent relief orders against illegal construction and obtained court directives for the '''Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA)''' to restore water supply and amenities illegally disconnected by land encroachers.[2] | ||
* '''University Accountability:''' In ''Dr. Muhammad Ahsanuddin vs. VC University of Karachi'' (C.P. No. D-4205 of 2024), he successfully challenged the appointment of Professors (BPS-21) on the basis of "Fake Papers," forcing top university officials to appear in person to explain administrative discrepancies. | * '''University Accountability:''' In ''Dr. Muhammad Ahsanuddin vs. VC University of Karachi'' (C.P. No. D-4205 of 2024), he successfully challenged the appointment of Professors (BPS-21) on the basis of "Fake Papers," forcing top university officials to appear in person to explain administrative discrepancies.[3] | ||
* '''Election Tribunal 2018:''' Served as a key member of the legal team for Dr. Muhammad Farooq Sattar in high-profile election disputes against the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). | * '''Election Tribunal 2018:''' Served as a key member of the legal team for Dr. Muhammad Farooq Sattar in high-profile election disputes against the [[Election Commission of Pakistan]] (ECP). | ||
=== Corporate & Financial Victories === | === Corporate & Financial Victories === | ||
* '''The "PTCL" Victory:''' Secured a historic '''Rs. 250 Million (25 Crore) decree''' against PTCL (Case No. 7(106)/2016-K) under the Industrial Relations Act 2012. | * '''The "PTCL" Victory:''' Secured a historic '''Rs. 250 Million (25 Crore) decree''' against [[PTCL]] (Case No. 7(106)/2016-K) under the Industrial Relations Act 2012.[4] | ||
* '''The "SSGC" Reversal:''' Won a decree for '''Rs. 7.1 Million''' against Sui Southern Gas Company after overturning a lower court dismissal in the District Courts. | * '''The "SSGC" Reversal:''' Won a decree for '''Rs. 7.1 Million''' against [[Sui Southern Gas Company]] after overturning a lower court dismissal in the District Courts.[5] | ||
=== Criminal Defense & NAB References === | === Criminal Defense & NAB References === | ||
* '''National Accountability Bureau (NAB):''' Member of the defense counsel in high-profile corruption references, including ''State vs. Dr. Asim Hussain'' (Ref 19 of 2016) and ''State vs. Ghulam Haider Jamali'' (Former IG Sindh), where he drafted the acquittal application under Section 265-K Cr.P.C. | * '''National Accountability Bureau (NAB):''' Member of the defense counsel in high-profile corruption references, including ''State vs. Dr. Asim Hussain'' (Ref 19 of 2016) and ''State vs. Ghulam Haider Jamali'' (Former IG Sindh), where he drafted the acquittal application under Section 265-K Cr.P.C.[6] | ||
* '''Anti-Terrorism Appeal:''' Overturned a conviction in ''Special Cr. ATC Appeal No. 204 of 2020'', clearing the Diyat amount and securing the immediate release of the accused. | * '''Anti-Terrorism Appeal:''' Overturned a conviction in ''Special Cr. ATC Appeal No. 204 of 2020'', clearing the Diyat amount and securing the immediate release of the accused.[7] | ||
== Family Law & Child Recovery == | == Family Law & Child Recovery == | ||
Channa has established himself as a leading practitioner in family and succession law: | Channa has established himself as a leading practitioner in family and succession law: | ||
* '''Reported Precedent (2025 SHC KHI 3439):''' His arguments in ''M. Faisal vs. Meha Fatima'' regarding maintenance were approved for reporting as a binding legal precedent. | * '''Reported Precedent (2025 SHC KHI 3439):''' His arguments in ''M. Faisal vs. Meha Fatima'' regarding maintenance were approved for reporting as a binding legal precedent.[8] | ||
* '''Habeas Corpus (Child Recovery):''' In ''Petition No. 1405 of 2025'', he successfully recovered two minors (aged 5+) from the father and secured their return to the mother’s custody. | * '''Habeas Corpus (Child Recovery):''' In ''Petition No. 1405 of 2025'', he successfully recovered two minors (aged 5+) from the father and secured their return to the mother’s custody.[9] | ||
* '''Custody Victory:''' Secured a judgment in ''G&W Appeal No. 55/2023'' protecting maternal custody and strictly limiting the father's visitation rights to day-time only. | * '''Custody Victory:''' Secured a judgment in ''G&W Appeal No. 55/2023'' protecting maternal custody and strictly limiting the father's visitation rights to day-time only. | ||
== Academic & Professional Experience == | == Academic & Professional Experience == | ||
Channa describes himself as a lifelong "student of law" and actively shapes future legal minds: | Channa describes himself as a lifelong "student of law" and actively shapes future legal minds. He holds formal faculty positions at two of Karachi's premier legal institutions: | ||
* ''' | |||
* '''University of | * '''University of Karachi (School of Law):''' | ||
** Visiting Faculty Member for the BA/LLB (5-Year) Morning Program. | |||
** As of the 2026 academic session, Channa is responsible for teaching '''Legal Drafting – I''' to the 9th Semester (Final Year) students.[10] | |||
** His appointment and participation in faculty activities have been highlighted on the university's official media channels.[11] | |||
* '''Metropolitan University Karachi (Department of Law):''' | |||
** Visiting Faculty Member (since 2022). | |||
** In the Fall 2025 session, he conducted courses for senior law batches on '''Constitutional Developments in Pakistan''', '''Human Rights Law''', '''Law of Contract-II''', and '''Land Laws'''.[12][13] | |||
== Memberships | == Memberships == | ||
* Member, Sindh High Court Bar Association (SHCBA). | * Member, [[Sindh High Court Bar Association]] (SHCBA). | ||
* Member, Karachi Bar Association. | * Member, Karachi Bar Association. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{ | {{reflist|refs= | ||
<ref>[1] Chartered Insurance Institute (CII-UK) Certification Records, 2011.</ref> | |||
<ref>[2] High Court of Sindh, C.P. No. D-1121 of 2025 Case Proceedings.</ref> | |||
<ref>[3] High Court of Sindh, C.P. No. D-4205 of 2024, Court Order dated 2024.</ref> | |||
<ref>[4] National Industrial Relations Commission (NIRC) Karachi Bench-1, Case Nos: 7(106)/2016-K, 7(22)/2019-K.</ref> | |||
<ref>[5] IXth Addl. District Judge, East, Civil Appeal No. 165 of 2017.</ref> | |||
<ref>[6] NAB Reference Nos. 11/2017 and 19/2016, Accountability Court Karachi.</ref> | |||
<ref>[7] High Court of Sindh, Special Cr. Anti-Terrorism Appeal No. 204 of 2020.</ref> | |||
<ref>[8] Judgment: M. Faisal vs. Meha Fatima, 2025 SHC KHI 3439.</ref> | |||
<ref>[9] VII Addl. District Judge, West, Petition No. 1405 of 2025.</ref> | |||
<ref>[10] University of Karachi, School of Law, BA/LLB 5 Year Morning Program Time Table (9th Semester), 2026.</ref> | |||
<ref>[11] [https://web.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122204854988050695&set=pcb.122204855486050695 University of Karachi Official Facebook Page], Post ID: 122204854988050695, displaying Faculty Activities.</ref> | |||
<ref>[12] Metropolitan University Karachi, Department of Law, Final Examination Schedule Fall 2025 (Dated: 23-10-2025).</ref> | |||
<ref>[13] Metropolitan University Karachi, Department of Law, Time Table for LLB Fall-2025 (Dated: 30-07-2025).</ref> | |||
}} | |||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* [https://sindhhighcourt.gov.pk/ High Court of Sindh Official Website] | * [https://sindhhighcourt.gov.pk/ High Court of Sindh Official Website] | ||
* [ | * [http://sbctest.com/SbcSearch/ Sindh Bar Council Advocate Search] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:00, 3 January 2026
Amir Saeed Channa (Urdu: عامر سعید چنا) is a prominent Pakistani litigator, jurist, and legal academic practicing in the High Court of Sindh. Based in Karachi, he serves as the Partner Counsel at MAC Law Associates. Known for his results-oriented approach in high-stakes litigation, Channa has secured landmark victories in corporate, constitutional, and criminal law. In 2025, his arguments in the matter of M. Faisal v. Meha Fatima resulted in a significant reported legal precedent regarding family maintenance (Citation: 2025 SHC KHI 3439).
Education & Academic Distinctions
Channa’s academic record is characterized by top-tier rankings and interdisciplinary expertise:
- LL.M (Master of Laws): University of Karachi (2022). Secured First Position in the university.
- LL.B (Bachelor of Laws): University of Karachi (2018). Secured Fourth Position in the university.
- M.A. Economics (Finance, HR & IR): University of Karachi (2010).
- CII-UK (Legal & Regulatory): Specialized certification in Insurance and Takaful law from the Chartered Institute of Insurance, London (2011).[1]
- B.Com: Govt. Commerce & Economics College, Karachi (2007).
High-Profile & Constitutional Litigation
Channa has built a reputation for handling complex institutional and constitutional matters.
Institutional & SBCA Litigation
- SBCA & Illegal Construction: In Shaikh Muhammad Zeeshan vs. Federation of Pakistan (C.P. No. D-1121 of 2025), he secured urgent relief orders against illegal construction and obtained court directives for the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) to restore water supply and amenities illegally disconnected by land encroachers.[2]
- University Accountability: In Dr. Muhammad Ahsanuddin vs. VC University of Karachi (C.P. No. D-4205 of 2024), he successfully challenged the appointment of Professors (BPS-21) on the basis of "Fake Papers," forcing top university officials to appear in person to explain administrative discrepancies.[3]
- Election Tribunal 2018: Served as a key member of the legal team for Dr. Muhammad Farooq Sattar in high-profile election disputes against the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).
Corporate & Financial Victories
- The "PTCL" Victory: Secured a historic Rs. 250 Million (25 Crore) decree against PTCL (Case No. 7(106)/2016-K) under the Industrial Relations Act 2012.[4]
- The "SSGC" Reversal: Won a decree for Rs. 7.1 Million against Sui Southern Gas Company after overturning a lower court dismissal in the District Courts.[5]
Criminal Defense & NAB References
- National Accountability Bureau (NAB): Member of the defense counsel in high-profile corruption references, including State vs. Dr. Asim Hussain (Ref 19 of 2016) and State vs. Ghulam Haider Jamali (Former IG Sindh), where he drafted the acquittal application under Section 265-K Cr.P.C.[6]
- Anti-Terrorism Appeal: Overturned a conviction in Special Cr. ATC Appeal No. 204 of 2020, clearing the Diyat amount and securing the immediate release of the accused.[7]
Family Law & Child Recovery
Channa has established himself as a leading practitioner in family and succession law:
- Reported Precedent (2025 SHC KHI 3439): His arguments in M. Faisal vs. Meha Fatima regarding maintenance were approved for reporting as a binding legal precedent.[8]
- Habeas Corpus (Child Recovery): In Petition No. 1405 of 2025, he successfully recovered two minors (aged 5+) from the father and secured their return to the mother’s custody.[9]
- Custody Victory: Secured a judgment in G&W Appeal No. 55/2023 protecting maternal custody and strictly limiting the father's visitation rights to day-time only.
Academic & Professional Experience
Channa describes himself as a lifelong "student of law" and actively shapes future legal minds. He holds formal faculty positions at two of Karachi's premier legal institutions:
- University of Karachi (School of Law):
- Visiting Faculty Member for the BA/LLB (5-Year) Morning Program.
- As of the 2026 academic session, Channa is responsible for teaching Legal Drafting – I to the 9th Semester (Final Year) students.[10]
- His appointment and participation in faculty activities have been highlighted on the university's official media channels.[11]
- Metropolitan University Karachi (Department of Law):
- Visiting Faculty Member (since 2022).
- In the Fall 2025 session, he conducted courses for senior law batches on Constitutional Developments in Pakistan, Human Rights Law, Law of Contract-II, and Land Laws.[12][13]
Memberships
- Member, Sindh High Court Bar Association (SHCBA).
- Member, Karachi Bar Association.
References