Shakir joined Premier Chambers in 2006 and has over 18 years of experience in the legal field specializing in civil and commercial litigation. He has successfully represented both local and international clients in a broad spectrum of complex civil disputes, including contractual disputes, debt recovery and enforcement proceedings.
Notably skilled in real estate law, Shakir has guided numerous businesses and individuals through various transactions from inceptions to conclusion. He also has a strong practice in criminal defense, where he advises and represents high-profile clients in a wide range of criminal cases at all the stages of proceedings. such as , drug trafficking’s and murder cases and accident cases, corruption cases, immigration cases, domestic violence cases.
In addition, Shakir is highly regarded for his expertise in family law, handling cases involving marriage, divorce, maintenance, domestic violence and child custody. Shakir has extensive appellate experience, representing clients in appeals to the High Court of the Maldives and Supreme Court of the Maldives.

Areas of Expertise

Qualifications

Masters in International Law, People’s Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russia 2022
Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) Shari’ah and Law, College of Islamic Studies, Maldives 2006

Admissions & Affiliations

Granted audience in the Supreme Court of Maldives 2011
Granted audience in the High Court of Maldives 2011
Admission to Maldivian Legal Profession 2006