27 years
Supreme Court Bar Association
In July 2026, Ch. Muhammad Shakeel was appointed as a Member of the Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue (ATIR) by the Federal Cabinet of Pakistan. The appointment was notified by the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of Pakistan on 13 July 2026 (Notification No. F. 1(196)/2020-A.IV) under Section 130 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, read with the Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue (Appointments, Terms and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2024. On assuming this quasi-judicial office he stepped away from active legal practice, as a sitting Member of the Tribunal may not appear as counsel or advise clients.
Prior to his elevation to the Tribunal, Ch. Muhammad Shakeel was a highly experienced legal expert and a senior partner at Global Law Company. Over a career spanning 27 years, he built a wealth of knowledge and expertise across various areas of law. As a member of the Supreme Court Bar Association, his credibility and standing within the legal community were widely recognized.
Ch. Muhammad Shakeel holds a Masters in Law degree from Osgood Hall Law School, York University in Canada, with a specialization in tax law, corporate governance, and constitution litigation. This advanced degree has equipped him with in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex legal matters in these areas.
Throughout his career, Ch. Muhammad Shakeel has successfully handled a wide range of legal cases. He has extensive experience in dealing with tax matters, including advising clients on tax-related issues and representing them in tax disputes. His expertise extends to corporate and commercial law matters, where he has assisted in the formation and incorporation of companies and provided valuable opinions on corporate legal issues.
As a seasoned litigator, Ch. Muhammad Shakeel is well-versed in the art of drafting, pleading, and arguing cases across various domains, including civil, banking, corporate, writ petitions, and tax matters. His courtroom experience encompasses appearances before subordinate and city courts, as well as the High Courts and the prestigious Supreme Court of Pakistan.
Ch. Muhammad Shakeel's contribution to the legal field is further demonstrated by his impressive track record of 33 reported judgments on various law points. These judgments highlight his exceptional legal acumen and ability to provide effective solutions to complex legal challenges.
During his years as a senior partner at Global Law Company, Ch. Muhammad Shakeel brought extensive experience, expertise, and a strong reputation to the firm, and clients relied on his seasoned advice, skilled representation, and profound understanding of the law to protect their interests and achieve favorable outcomes. That same depth of expertise now informs his work on the bench of the Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue.
