Faraaz Akhtar is an associate lawyer with Porter Ramsay specializing in Family law and general litigation. Faraaz’s work has included numerous appearances in British Columbia’s Provincial and Supreme Court.
Faraaz was born in Montreal, but grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where he lived until joining Porter Ramsay in the summer of 2021. He received both his Bachelor of Commerce (2013) and Juris Doctorate (2018) degrees from the University of Saskatchewan. In between and during his post-secondary studies Faraaz spent time working as a marketing analyst, and educator in Peru and Canada, and as a volunteer with Community Legal Services in Saskatoon. He joined Porter Ramsay as an articled student and was called to the British Columbia Bar in 2022.
Faraaz uses his varied life experience to bring clients effective and innovative solutions to their matters. Outside the office, Faraaz can be found exploring the Okanagan’s natural wonders on foot, bike, board and boat.
Education
Juris Doctor,
University of Saskatchewan, 2018
Bachelor of Commerce (major in Management),
University of Saskatchewan, 2013
Career
Associate,
British Columbia, 2022
Called to the Bar,
British Columbia, 2022
Articling Student,
Porter Ramsay, 2021
Highly recommend. Everyone was very helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. Will be using this firm again.
KJ
Highly recommend. Everyone was very helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. Will be using this firm again.
KJ