Our History

Akhtar Raja has led Quist and its predecessor firms assisting clients in resolving complex disputes for over 25 years. In that time he has built a solid track record of experience in diverse areas of law.

From bringing claims on behalf of investors in complex multi-party commercial actions to defending fugitives in complex and high profile extraditions, Akhtar’s work has always been ground-breaking. His cases are often litigated in the highest courts and in numerous jurisdictions around the world.

Quist’s expertise lies in its ability to marshal the complexities of its clients’ cases, often very quickly and then to understand the client’s unique objectives and to strategise effectively to ensure that its objectives are achieved. Quist remains at the forefront of current legal practice whilst remaining true to its founding philosophy of fighting vigorously and against all odds for the interests of its clients. This has been recognised in recent years by Akhtar being recommended in the Legal 500 for five consecutive years.

Quist has a long track record of achieving its clients’ objectives through undertaking complex investigative work. It has built up a solid reputation in this area, most recently with its ground-breaking investigation into the proceeds of alleged corruption amassed by the political elite in Pakistan.