Sahar joined Akhund Forbes in 2009 immediately after being called to the Bar of England & Wales and was made a Partner in 2013. Sahar obtained her LL.B (Hons) degree from University of London and is an Advocate of the High Courts in Pakistan. Sahar draws upon her strengths acquired from assuming responsibility of and working on important and complex transactions throughout her career at Akhund Forbes and has advised the Firm’s major clients on multi hundred million dollar transactions.

Sahar is recognized by Legal500 as a leading partner in multiple practice areas (Corporate, M&A, Projects, Energy, Capital Markets, Labour and Employment Law) and is also well regarded for her work on TMT and Banking & Finance.

Legal500 quotes clients as saying the following about her: Sahar Iqbal – overall, one of the best lawyers to have on your side during any transaction. Sahar Iqbal stands out for her exceptional expertise in complex litigation and corporate law, providing innovative solutions tailored to client needs. She differentiates herself with a deep commitment to transparency and client communication, ensuring clarity in legal matters. I have worked with partner Sahar Iqbal and can attest to her commitment and professionalism. Her sense of urgency and creativity are worthy of note. Sahar Iqbal is great and provided me with accurate information about regional regulation. Team led by barrister Sahar Iqbal is highly competent and with clear understanding of corporate as well as public sector requirements. Sahar Iqbal offers a unique skill set of utmost professionalism and in-depth knowledge of legal landscape, providing innovative solutions in light of prevailing challenges.

Sahar is also a ranked lawyer for Corporate/Commercial in the latest edition of Chambers and Partners and is described as: “very fast and responsive, well versed in matters of corporate law and very reliable.”

Sahar is recognised as a Notable Practitioner for Capital Markets and Corporate and M&A in Pakistan in the latest edition of Asialaw. Sahar is ranked as a Band 1 Practitioner by Legal Media 360 and is also ranked by Top Ranked Legal.

Sahar is an officer of the International Bar Association & a member of the American Bar Association and is regularly called upon to contribute publications and speak at national and international platforms. She is also a member of Women’s Standing Committee of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry.