With over 7 years of experience in the legal field, Asna has specialist expertise in corporate and commercial law and in constitutional law. She also has experience in property, labour and employment law, banking and finance law, intellectual property law, company law, Islamic law, and family law.
Mentored by Pakistan’s renowned legal luminary, Senator Barrister Syed Ali Zafar, Asna gained invaluable insights into the complexities of the legal profession before advancing to her current role as a partner at Spencer West.
Asna’s expertise has been instrumental in high-stakes corporate matters, including a complex cross-border transaction between an Austrian company and a Pakistani entity. She led the negotiation and finalisation of the share-purchase agreement and escrow arrangements, ensuring compliance with international and local regulations and meticulous attention to legal intricacies.
In a significant commercial law achievement, Asna played a pivotal role in resolving a pricing dispute between Pakistan’s leading oil and gas supplier and the regulatory authority, OGRA. Her strategic analysis ensured accurate enforcement of pricing formulas for Re-gasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG), delivering favourable outcomes for her client.
Her constitutional law portfolio includes notable involvement in high-profile political cases, such as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf vs. Governor of Punjab. This landmark case addressed the Governor’s failure to schedule elections within the constitutionally mandated timeline, necessitating the implementation of democratic reform, with Asna providing critical research, analysis, and strategic support under renowned legal expert Senator Barrister Syed Ali Zafar’s leadership.
Asna is known for her meticulous approach, attention to detail, and strategic foresight. Her ability to navigate complex national and international transactions, regulatory frameworks, and constitutional challenges has earned her the trust of diverse clients, from multinational corporations to individuals seeking tailored legal solutions.