Shabana is an accomplished family lawyer and mediator with over a decade of experience at the English Bar, specializing in complex family law matters. She has worked with leading firms such as Charles Russell Speechlys and Forsters in London, where she represented clients in high-stakes divorce cases, jurisdiction disputes, and children’s proceedings, particularly for families connected to the Middle East, Asia, and South Asia.

Passionate about helping families navigate the challenges of divorce, custody disputes, financial issues, and extended family conflict, Shabana focuses on the bigger picture and the best interests of children. She assists married and separated couples in reaching agreements on financial management, pre- and post-nuptial arrangements, parenting plans, custody matters, business interests, trusts, pensions, and international assets.

In May 2024, Shabana joined Al Tamimi in Dubai as a Family Barrister and Mediator, where she practices international family law and specializes in resolving family disputes. She has presented at esteemed conferences, authored journal articles, and completed specialized training in international family mediation to enhance her skills and better serve the expatriate community.

Shabana is a member of Resolution, and often collaborates with experienced therapists and mediators across different jurisdictions to provide clients with a balanced and tailored approach to resolving family conflicts.

Fluent in English, Urdu, and Hindi, she is dedicated to offering culturally sensitive support to her clients.

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