October 13, 2023: The Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi, celebrated the successful conclusion of the Bar Transfer Test tutorial sessions. The event was attended by esteemed guests, including the Mayor of Karachi, Barrister Murtaza Wahab; Sindh's Caretaker Law Minister, Barrister M. Omer Soomro; and KMC representative for Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Najmi Alam. The ceremony was held at the City Campus.
The event served as an appreciation for the program participants’ hard work and marked an important milestone in their legal careers; bringing together legal professionals, faculty members and distinguished guests to acknowledge their accomplishments. The event was also attended by prominent individuals who shared their insights and encouraged the growth of legal education in Pakistan.
Executive Director IBA, Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, underscored the need for more law-related programs to be offered at the IBA, recognizing the demand for quality legal education. He commended the exceptional work of the IBA Legal Skills Forum, under the capable leadership of Sohaib Saleem, Director, Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), IBA; Mr. Mohammad Abdullah, Lawyer and Administrator, Legal Skills Forum (LSF), IBA; and Mr. Furqan Siddiqi, Lawyer and Academic Head, LSF, IBA; alongside the consistent support provided by the Center for Executive Education (CEE).
Mr. Kamran Bilgrami, Director CEE, delivered an inspiring address, emphasizing the importance of the Bar Transfer Test program and its potential to expand across Pakistan. He commended the dedication of the participants and encouraged them to continue their pursuit of legal excellence.
Mr. Wahab and Mr. Soomro assured their continued government support for the capacity building of lawyers in Pakistan. Their presence at the ceremony conveyed the government's commitment to legal education and professional development.
The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of certificates to the dedicated Bar Transfer Test participants. These certificates serve as a testament to their dedication and commitment to the legal profession.
The participants had the opportunity to network with the distinguished guests, gaining valuable insights into the legal landscape in Pakistan and discovering new avenues to explore in their legal careers.
The ceremony reinforced the commitment of both the government and educational institutions towards elevating legal education in Pakistan.
