Atty. Zaki U. Anwar

Atty. Zaki U. Anwar

Zaki Anwar represents clients in state and federal court at all stages of litigation, focusing on appellate advocacy, dispositive motions, and trial strategy. His practice involves complex commercial litigation, government-facing litigation, and intellectual property litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Zaki U. Anwar at a glance

Zaki U. Anwar is a appellate attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar Association, and Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Zaki Anwar represents clients in state and federal court at all stages of litigation, focusing on appellate advocacy, dispositive motions, and trial strategy
  • His practice involves complex commercial litigation, government-facing litigation, and intellectual property litigation
  • He maintains an active pro bono practice, with an emphasis on capital defense, voting rights, and gun violence prevention

Practice Areas Explained

Zaki U. Anwar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Zaki U. Anwar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Zaki U. Anwar

Where is Zaki U. Anwar's law office located?
Zaki U. Anwar's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Zaki U. Anwar handle?
Zaki U. Anwar focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Zaki U. Anwar go to law school?
Zaki U. Anwar earned their education at (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact Zaki U. Anwar for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Zaki U. Anwar received?
Zaki U. Anwar's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association
Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association

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