Research & Publication Wing

DR QAZI ATAULLAH

Dr. Qazi Ataullah, currently leading the Research & Publication Wing, brings a distinguished academic and professional portfolio to his role as Senior Director of Research and Publication at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy, Peshawar.  

He earned his PhD from the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) in 2015, following earlier academic milestones: an LLM in Shariah & Law (Gold Medalist, 1996) and an LLB in Shariah & Law (Distinction, 1992) from the same institution. His foundational education includes a graduation from the University of Peshawar (1990), a Shahadat al Ala’mia (MA Islamic Studies-cum-Arabic) from Wifaaq al Madaris Multan (1988), and a Dars e Nizami (Graduation in Islamic Sciences) from Mazhar al Uloom, Mingora Swat (1988). Crowning his remarkable achievements, he committed the entire Holy Quran to memory by the age of nine. 

Dr. Ataullah’s career spans diverse roles across judicial, administrative, and educational sectors. He has served as a Lecturer in Islamic Studies, Extra Assistant Commissioner, Ilaqa Qazi, District Forest Magistrate, Civil Judge-cum-Judicial Magistrate, Senior Civil Judge, A’ala Ilaqa Qazi, and Additional District & Sessions Judge in various regions. Additionally, he has contributed as a Visiting Resource Person and Faculty member at prestigious institutions, including the Federal Judicial Academy Islamabad and IIUI’s Shariah Academy. 

His engagement in national and international trainings and workshops has centered on Shariah, human rights, judicial reforms, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). A prolific scholar, Dr. Ataullah has authored influential publications on ADR and Shariah laws, with numerous articles in esteemed journals on dispute resolution. He has also developed specialized training manuals, cementing his impact on legal education and judicial training in Pakistan. 

Through his multifaceted contributions, Dr. Ataullah remains a pivotal figure in advancing Shariah scholarship, legal practices, and judicial capacity-building in the country.

SAYYED MANSOOR SHAH BUKHARI

Mansoor Bukhari, a native of District Charsadda, combines academic distinction, leadership, and judicial expertise in his current role as Research & Publication Officer at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy (KPJA).    

An alumnus of the prestigious Islamia College Peshawar, he holds an MA in Political Science and an LL.B from the University of Peshawar, laying a robust foundation for his legal and scholarly pursuits.    

As a proactive student leader, Mansoor Bukhari engaged in conferences, seminars, and socio-cultural initiatives, partnering with the US Consulate Peshawar and British Council Pakistan. His exceptional leadership potential earned him a coveted place among seven national selectees for the United States Undergraduate Students Leaders Program.    

Since 2008, he has served with distinction as a Civil Judge-cum-Judicial Magistrate and Ilaqa Qazi in the District Judiciary, resolving intricate legal disputes with precision. His dedication and competence led to his promotion as Senior Civil Judge / A’ala Ilaqa Qazi in 2020, where he balanced judicial responsibilities with administrative excellence while pursuing ongoing professional development. 

After joining KPJA in April 2024, he has championed transformative initiatives, including establishing the District Judiciary Facilitation Desk (DJFD) and launching the Academy’s pioneering law journal, Peshawar Law Review (PLR).   

Bukhari’s multidisciplinary expertise spans Civil Law, Constitutional Law and International Humanitarian & Human Rights Law, solidifying his reputation as a versatile legal scholar and researcher. 

His career exemplifies an unwavering commitment to legal reforms, judicial innovation, and the advancement of the rule of law, positioning him as a driving force in evolving legal landscape.