Law Department 5‑Day Workshop for Young Minds | GIU
Criminal litigation forms a vital pillar of legal practice, and the GIU Law Department was honored to host Mr. Muhammad Asim Riaz Rana, Advocate High Court Lahore, as Guest Speaker for an insightful seminar on Day 1 of the Criminal Litigation Workshop.
The session covered: Introduction to Criminal Litigation – An overview of Pakistan’s criminal justice system, key stakeholders, and legal procedures.Roles & Responsibilities of a Criminal Lawyer – Duties, ethics, and professional conduct in criminal law practice.
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Understanding Evidence in Criminal Cases – Types of admissible evidence and methods of presentation in trials.
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Challenges in Criminal Litigation – Common obstacles faced in trials and strategies for overcoming them.
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Case Study Analysis – Review of notable criminal cases to understand the practical application of laws and courtroom strategies.
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Q&A Session – Students engaged directly with the guest speaker, seeking insights and clarifications on legal complexities.
The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Dr. Mohsin Ali Cheema (Vice Principal, Abu Umara Medical & Dental College, Lahore). Appreciation was also expressed by Mr. Sheraz (Deputy Registrar, GIU) and Ms. Syeda Fatima Tahira Gillani (Manager, Office of Student Affairs) for the Law Department’s initiative in arranging this valuable session.
Special thanks to Ms. Iqra Ramzan (Acting HoD, Law Department) for her continuous encouragement, motivating students to actively participate and benefit from such practical learning opportunities.
