Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Adnan

Brief Bio

An accomplished legal academic and practitioner specializing in criminal law, international law, and emerging legal technologies. Currently serving as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Law at the University of Southern Punjab, Multan. Possesses extensive experience in teaching, research, and legal practice, with a strong record of publications in reputable national and international journals. Research interests focus on criminal justice reform, human rights, and the intersection of law and technology. Additionally, brings significant experience as a practicing advocate, providing legal counsel and representing clients before courts and tribunals.

Education
PhD Law	Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, China	2021
LLM	The Superior College, Lahore	2018
LLB	Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan	2015

Professional Experience
Assistant Professor & HOD	University of Southern Punjab	2022 – Till now
Assistant Professor	TIMES Institute, Multan	2021 – 2022
Lecturer	Topper Law College	2017 – 2018
Advocate	Punjab Bar Council	2015 – 2021

Professional associations

Member Pakistan Bar council, member Punjab Bar Council

Research Interests

Title	Year	Published Link
TATE RESPONSIBILITY FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE PROHIBITION OF THE USE OF FORCE (UN CHARTER ARTICLE 2(4)) THROUGH HYBRID AND INFORMATION WARFARE	2026	Click to view
The Unseen Victims: Child Labor Laws in Pakistan	2025	Click to view
Documentary Evidence in Criminal Proceedings	2025	Click to view
Drivers’ knowledge, attitude and practices towards traffic rules and regulations	2024	Click to view
Legal Implications of AI & Blockchain	2024	Click to view
Amicus Curiae in ICSID Arbitration	2024	Click to view
Islamic vs Private International Law (Succession)	2024	Click to view
Child Protection Laws & International Standards	2024	Click to view
Investor Protection in Pakistan	2024	Click to view
Criminal Justice System Barriers	2024	Click to view

Misbah Rehman, Waqas Khan, Kokab Saeed, Shehzadi Komal, Mudassar Nawaz Khan, Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Adnan, & Irshan Arif. (2026). State Responsibility for Violations of the Prohibition of the Use of Force (UN Charter Article 2(4)) Through Hybrid and Information Warfare. Journal for Current Sign, 4(1), 1612–1647.
Adnan, S. M., Ahmed, W., Manzoor, S., & Raza, A. (2025). The Unseen Victims: How Child Labor Laws Fail and Succeed in Safeguarding Minors in Pakistan. Annual Methodological Archive Research Review, 3(5), 32–53.
Adnan, S. M., Ahmad, W., Sattar, S., & Laghari, A. R. (2025). The Evolution and Challenges of Documentary Evidence in Criminal Proceedings in Pakistan. Policy Journal of Social Science Review, 3(5).
Abbas, S., Fatima, S., Sharif, A., & Adnan, S. M. (2024). Drivers’ Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Towards Traffic Rules and Regulations. Journal of Road Safety, 35(3), 24–31.
Abbas, S., Farooqui, M. O., Adnan, S. M., & Fatima, S. (2024). Legal Implications of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain on Environmental Sustainability. International Journal of Religion.
Shah, A. H., Adnan, S. M., & Raza, M. (2024). Role of Amicus Curiae in ICSID Arbitration. Journal of Law and Social Studies, 6(2), 197–218.
Adnan, S. M., Shah, A. H., & Baig, K. (2024). Comparison Between Islamic Laws and Private International Laws: Jurisdictional Matters of Succession. Pakistan Islamicus, 4(2), 101–118.
Flaws in Child Protection Laws in Pakistan: Under the Umbrella of International Standards. (2024). International Journal of Human and Society, 4(2), 481–499.
Asghar, U., & Adnan, S. M. (2024). Investor Protection Under SECP Policies in Pakistan. Southern Journal of Social Sciences.
Adnan, S. M., & Raza, K. (2024). Enhancing Justice: Barriers in Criminal Justice System of Pakistan. Southern Journal of Arts & Humanities.
Adnan, S. M., Raza, M., Shahzad, A., & Jameel, R. (2023). Extradition and Political Offences Under International Law. Supremasi Hukum Journal, 12(2), 127–144.
Bhatti, S. H., Adnan, S. M., & Zaman, M. S. (2022). Necessity of Research for Future Scholars. Journal of Jilin University, 41(5), 37–41.
Abass, A., Adnan, S. M., & Bhatti, S. H. (2022). Inheritance Rights of Women in Pakistan. Journal of Jilin University, 41(6).
Bhatti, S. H., Adnan, S. M., & Hassan, T. A. (2022). Theories of Punishment: A Critical Evaluation. Zakariya Journal of Social Science, 1(1), 38–43.
Asghar, U., Bhatti, S. H., & Adnan, S. M. (2022). Criminal Justice System in Pakistan. Global Legal Studies Review, 7(1), 1–9.
Adnan, S. M. (2021). Status of Kashmir Under Right of Self-Determination. Pakistan Centre of Research in Law Journal, 5(1), 67–101.
Bhatti, S. H., Adnan, S. M., & Khaliq, A. (2021). Cybercrimes and Role of Law Enforcement Agencies. Journal of Educational Management and Social Sciences, 1(2), 79–89.
Adnan, S. M., Pervaiz, H. S., & Ali, S. (2021). Human Trafficking Legal Framework in the Municipal and International Scenario. International Journal of Business & Finance Implications, 2(1), 14–19.
Adnan, S. M. (2018). Child Abuse Legislation: A Comparative Study. European Academic Research, 6(9), 5371–5387.

Teaching & Supervision

Courses

Criminal Law
International Law
Constitutional Law
Legal Research Methodology

Supervision

Undergraduate and postgraduate law students
Research thesis supervision

Professional Certifications

AI & Law — Lund University (Coursera)
Artificial Intelligence and Legal Issues — Politecnico di Milano (Coursera)
Corporate and Commercial Law: Contract and Employment Law — University of Illinois (Coursera)
International Law in Action: The Arbitration of International Disputes — Leiden University (Coursera)
Introduction to Generative AI in Legal — Coursera Instructor Network
Introduction to International Criminal Law — Case Western Reserve University (Coursera)
Introduction to AI — Google
Fundamentals of Cyber Security — Google
Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony — Coursera
Negotiation Fundamentals — ESSEC Business School (Coursera)
Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-Commerce — Google
Citizenship and the Rule of Law — University of London