Faiza Sajid
Belfast,United Kingdom
Summary
A legally trained professional with experience across the Supreme Court of India, the Ministry of Law & Justice, and leading law firms. Recognised for strong legal research, precise drafting, and analytical ability in handling complex statutory, commercial, and dispute-related matters. Demonstrates a disciplined, court-oriented approach to documentation and problem-solving, with exposure to ADR, insolvency, criminal law reform, and tax compliance. Committed to applying this multidisciplinary legal foundation within commercial law, dispute resolution, and regulatory practice in the UK and international context.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Judicial Intern
Chief Justice, Supreme Court of India
New Delhi, India
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Gained experience as judicial Law Clerk under the present Chief Justice of India, Hon’ble Mr Justice Surya Kant.
- Enhanced legal research skills by drafting memoranda on various legal issues.
- Delivered exceptional service through prompt response to queries from public or staff members.
Research assistant
Ministry of Law and Justice, India
Delhi, India
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched the POCSO Act 2013 and other Criminal Codes such as BNS 2023, BNSS 2023, and BSA 2023.
- Assisted in literature reviews, contributing to successful completion of research projects.
Intern
PWC, New Delhi
New Delhi, India
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in researching direct and indirect tax provisions, including GST and Income Tax compliance.
- Analysed financial data for tax computations and reconciliations.
- Contributed to drafting tax summaries and compliance reports for internal review.
Legal intern
Induslaw Firm
New Delhi, India
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Undertook detailed legal research on matters involving the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881, Companies Act 2013, and recovery proceedings before Debt Recovery Tribunals under the SARFAESI Act 2002.
- Assisted in drafting written submissions, preparing case chronologies and compiling supporting documentation in a land acquisition matter.
- Gained practical exposure to statutory interpretation, and court-oriented documentation within a commercial disputes context.
Dispute resolution coordinator
Chandhiok and Mahajan's
New Delhi, India
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted on matters relating to mediation, arbitration, and insolvency & bankruptcy proceedings.
- Conducted legal research and supported drafting of documents in ADR and insolvency cases.
- Implemented robust procedures, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines during dispute handling.
- Coordinated mediation sessions, leading to amicable outcomes.
Paralegal assistant
Usmania Helping Hands Society, (NGO)
Aligarh, India
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted legal research and assisted in drafting applications, notices, and basic legal documents for beneficiaries.
- Supported legal aid activities by helping individuals understand their legal rights and available remedies.
- Contributed to legal awareness initiatives and community outreach programmes on access to justice.
Education
LLM, International Commercial and Business Law - Law
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast 09.2025 -
BA LLB - Law
Jamia Hamdard University
New Delhi, India /2020 - /2025
Skills
- Outlook & professional email management
- Microsoft Word (advanced formatting, styles, track changes, footnotes)
- Microsoft Excel (data organisation, basic formulas, tables)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (professional presentations)
- Communication skills and Strategic planning
Timeline
LLM, International Commercial and Business Law - Law
Queen's University Belfast
09.2025 -
Judicial Intern
Chief Justice, Supreme Court of India
04.2025 - 08.2025
Research assistant
Ministry of Law and Justice, India
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
PWC, New Delhi
04.2024 - 06.2024
Legal intern
Induslaw Firm
01.2024 - 02.2024
Dispute resolution coordinator
Chandhiok and Mahajan's
07.2023 - 08.2023
Paralegal assistant
Usmania Helping Hands Society, (NGO)
01.2023 - 03.2023
BA LLB - Law
Jamia Hamdard University
/2020 - /2025