About

Who We Are

The Jurists Foundation of Pakistan is a non-profit legal research and academic platform dedicated to strengthening the rule of law and advancing justice. It serves as a hub for research-oriented scholars, practitioners, and students committed to achieving peaceful change through the instruments of law.

Guided by a vision of fostering legal innovation and promoting justice, the Foundation seeks to:
– Strengthen academic dialogue.
– Advance legal education.
– Contribute to the development of a just and equitable society.
Through rigorous research, publications, and academic engagement, the Foundation provides opportunities for learning, collaboration, and advocacy in key areas such as constitutional law, human rights, governance, and legal reforms based on rules of natural justice principles.

Managing Directors

The Jurists Foundation of Pakistan is led by a team of visionary legal professionals dedicated to promoting justice, legal education, and institutional reform. Our Managing Directors bring together years of experience in legal practice, research, and policy development to guide the Foundation’s mission and ensure meaningful impact.

Riaz Hanif Rahi

CEO, Advocate Supreme Court

Fayyaz Hanif Rahi

Director, Advocate Supreme Court

Muhammad Usama Riaz

Chairman, Advocate High Court

Chaudhry Waqas Zameer

Secretary, Advocate High Court

Vision

To build a society grounded in justice, equality, and the rule of law based on rules of natural justice principles by advancing innovative legal knowledge and fostering critical engagement with contemporary legal challenges.

Mission

To advance legal research, education, and advocacy by:

  • Promoting scholarly inquiry and innovative approaches to legal challenges.
  • Strengthening the rule of law through academic and policy engagement.
  • Empowering students, practitioners, and scholars with opportunities for learning and collaboration.
  • Assisting the public in seeking legal assistance and engaging counsel, particularly for overseas Pakistanis.
  • Proposing suitable modifications in existing laws and suggesting new legislation to meet modern requirements.
  • Highlighting legal inconsistencies and pointing out misuse of power by public functionaries.
  • Supporting reforms in constitutional law, human rights, and governance to create a just and equitable society.

Core Values

  • Integrity – Upholding honesty and transparency in all endeavors.
  • Justice – Working towards fairness, equality, and the rule of law.
  • Excellence – Striving for academic and professional rigor in research and education.
  • Collaboration – Fostering partnerships across disciplines and communities.
  • Innovation – Encouraging fresh ideas and critical approaches to legal challenges.
  • Inclusivity – Ensuring equal participation and representation in legal discourse.

Research Areas ​

Constitutional Law

The Foundation provides research and advisory support on matters related to constitutional interpretation, institutional balance, and the protection of fundamental rights. We strive to promote constitutional literacy and contribute to policy discussions that strengthens the governance and uphold the supremacy of the Constitution.

Human Rights​

We are deeply committed to advancing the protection and promotion of human rights across the World. Through research, advocacy, and awareness initiatives, the Foundation works to ensure that every individual enjoys equality, dignity, and access to justice in accordance with national and international human rights standards.

Governance

The Foundation advises on issues related to public administration, institutional integrity, and good governance. Our work emphasizes transparency, rule-based decision-making, and citizen participation as essential components of a just and sustainable governance framework.

Legal Reforms​

Recognizing the evolving needs of society, our experts engage in policy analysis and reform proposals aimed at improving Pakistan’s legal system. All laws in Pakistan need to be revised to make them suitable for modern needs. We collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps in existing laws and advocate for fair, effective, and transparent reforms that promote justice and accountability.

Programs & Initiatives

Research & Publications

Policy papers, journals, and reports on constitutional law, human rights, governance, and legal reforms.

Strenthening the Juristically Sound People

Exchange of academic knowledge through Seminars, and Correspondence for its members.

Advocacy & Awareness

Campaigns, conferences, and public dialogues on justice and the rule of law based on the rules of natural justice principles.