ANAB SHAHID
London
Summary
Law student integrating traditional legal practices with innovative legal technology. Achievements include extensive experience in corporate, taxation, and public interest law through top-tier clinics and internships. Committed to advancing AI's role in legal practice and enhancing access to justice. Proven track record in leading legal tech initiatives, managing cross-jurisdictional projects, and fostering community engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Commercial Arbitration Intern
Riverdale Solicitors
London
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Examined disclosure bundles in two multi-million-pound arbitrations (a £25m energy joint venture and a £10m shareholder dispute), highlighting inconsistencies and consolidating evidence to underpin counsel’s strategy.
- Wrote procedural notes for submissions to help me become more aware of how advocacy in writing can impact tribunals.
- Watched hearings and strategy meetings, gaining insight into how counsel balanced legal arguments with client business objectives.
Legal Advisor
King’s College London Law & Human Rights Clinics
London
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Advised vulnerable clients on housing law, securing priority need status and drafting advice letters with full supervisor approval, sharpening statutory analysis and client care skills
- Proposed and implemented a legal tech project that streamlined case management by 35%, combining rigorous legal advice with innovation
- Contributed research to high-profile human rights cases, including the OECD Guidelines claim against Vedanta and disputes involving the Sundarbans project and Dongria Kondh tribe, strengthening expertise in corporate accountability and transnational advocacy
Legal Intern
Minto & Mira – Tax Law Firm Pakistan
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Drafted tax law opinions, with analyses incorporated into counsel’s recommendations, sharpening statutory interpretation skills
- Prepared show cause notices post-audit, developing precision in legal drafting and regulatory compliance
- Assisted on matters for major public sector clients, gaining exposure to litigation strategy and commercial awareness
Legal Intern
Federal Board of Revenue – Income Tax Wing
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported appellate hearings and case preparation, gaining insight into balancing revenue protection with taxpayer rights
- Attended Lahore High Court proceedings and worked with senior officers, strengthening advocacy and legal analysis skills
Legal Assistant
Justice Project Pakistan
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched corporate liability in Supreme Court cases and drafted submissions with the ECJ’s pro bono teams, enhancing cross-border advocacy
- Developed a legal risk assessment framework for international corporate accountability, strengthening capacity on transnational cases
- Supported pro bono capital defence and prisoner rights work, reinforcing commitment to access to justice
Legal Policy & Transformation Intern
National Academy for Prisons Administration
08.2024 - 09.2024
Retailer
Dandy Designs
05.2023 - 09.2023
Teaching Mentor
CARE Foundation, Pakistan
01.2020 - 02.2023
Shadow Intern
Tax Litigation Department, Pakistan High Court
Pakistan
12.2021 - 02.2022
Education
LLB - Law
King’s College London
Stanford Summer Humanities Institute
A-levels -
Beaconhouse School System
01.2021 - 01.2023
O-Levels -
Beaconhouse School System
01.2018 - 01.2021
Projects
Baker McKenzie Corporate Job Simulation on Forage, Freshfields UK Commercial Law Job Simulation on Forage, Ashurst UK Intellectual Property and Competition Job Simulation on Forage, Latham & Watkins Mergers & Acquisitions Virtual Experience Program on Forage
King's College London Law School
Participated in Legal Tech Hackathon, creating solutions for leading law firms (Linklaters and Ashurst) to have AI-powered models.
International Student Representative
- Diverse Lawyers Society, King’s College London- 2024 – 2025
- Represented the interests of international students within the society, ensuring inclusivity in events, discussions, and outreach initiatives.
- Acted as a liaison between international members and the executive committee, advocating for diverse perspectives in legal education and career support.
- Contributed to planning panels and networking events aimed at supporting underrepresented students entering the legal profession.
Academic Leadership
- Served as Student Body President at Beaconhouse Liberty, representing over 1,000 students and leading initiatives to enhance academic resources and student welfare
- Demonstrated consistent academic excellence, graduating as Valedictorian with subject prizes in Politics, History, and Law
Debate & Public Speaking Excellence
- Led BLL Debate Society as President and Team Captain, transforming the program into a nationally recognised competitive force
- Secured multiple International Best Speaker awards, showcasing exceptional analytical and persuasive abilities
Athletic Leadership & Community Engagement
Established and led women's self-defence program as Amateur Boxing Coach.
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Punjabi
Native
Hindi
Fluent
Certification
Baker McKenzie Corporate Job Simulation on Forage
Freshfields UK Commercial Law Job Simulation on Forage
Ashurst UK Intellectual Property and Competition Job Simulation on Forage
Latham & Watkins Mergers & Acquisitions Virtual Experience Program on Forage
Accomplishments
Achieved a high 2:1 across my first two years at King’s College London, including the highest grade in Transnational Company Law.
Selected for the Stanford Summer Humanities Institute, producing three first-class research papers under Professor Dan Edelstein.
Graduated as Valedictorian on a full merit scholarship (A-levels: 2 A*s, 2 As; O-levels: 9 A*s, 1 A), receiving subject prizes in Politics, History, and Law.
Affiliations
Served as Head Girl and Captain of the National Debating Team, winning multiple international Best Speaker awards.
Timeline
Commercial Arbitration Intern
Riverdale Solicitors
05.2025 - 06.2025
Legal Intern
Federal Board of Revenue – Income Tax Wing
08.2024 - 08.2024
Legal Advisor
King’s College London Law & Human Rights Clinics
08.2024 - 08.2025
Legal Policy & Transformation Intern
National Academy for Prisons Administration
08.2024 - 09.2024
Legal Intern
Minto & Mira – Tax Law Firm Pakistan
07.2024 - 08.2024
Legal Assistant
Justice Project Pakistan
06.2024 - 08.2024
Retailer
Dandy Designs
05.2023 - 09.2023
Shadow Intern
Tax Litigation Department, Pakistan High Court
12.2021 - 02.2022
A-levels -
Beaconhouse School System
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teaching Mentor
CARE Foundation, Pakistan
01.2020 - 02.2023
O-Levels -
Beaconhouse School System
01.2018 - 01.2021
LLB - Law
King’s College London
Stanford Summer Humanities Institute