Background
Faheem Anwar is a barrister with a commercial practice specialising in construction and infrastructure law and employment and industrial law.
He is regularly briefed in complex, high-value disputes in the Supreme Court of New South Wales, the Court of Appeal, the Fair Work Commission, the Industrial Relations Commission, and international arbitrations. His practice includes large disputes (including matters involving hundreds of millions of dollars) concerning infrastructure and energy projects and complex multi-party industrial disputes.
Faheem is frequently trusted to appear unled in significant matters, including against senior counsel. He is known for his analytical approach, careful preparation, and ability to work closely with solicitors, experts, and senior counsel in technically demanding disputes.
Outside of work, Faheem enjoys spending time with family, reading and watching sports, especially cricket and rugby league.
Professional recognition
- Doyles Guide: Leading Construction & Infrastructure Junior Counsel – New South Wales – Recommended (2022-2026)
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia – Construction / Infrastructure Law (2025)
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia – Labour and Employment Law (2025)
Specialisations
- Building, Construction and Infrastructure Law
- Arbitration
- Employment and Industrial Law