

Owais Shaheen, the Principal Solicitor at Shaheen Legal, is renowned in Western Sydney’s Legal Compensation Industry for his comprehensive work in personal injury law. With a profound understanding of both sides of the injury claims process, Owais is committed to supporting clients dealing with the complexities of claims against large insurance companies. His insights into personal injury are enriched by his experience working at plaintiff injury compensation law firms and with prominent insurers, equipping him with the acumen to navigate claims from multiple perspectives and secure favourable outcomes for his clients. Owais is dedicated to providing compassionate legal guidance, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their legal journey. Alongside his personal injury expertise, Owais is a registered migration agent who has successfully assisted numerous clients in achieving positive visa outcomes. His multilingual abilities in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi facilitate strong client relationships and enhance his ability to cater to diverse legal needs in a friendly and approachable manner. Owais holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. He is a registered solicitor in New South Wales and the High Court of Australia, and his legal practice encompasses a wide array of personal injury claims, including Total and Permanent Disability, Workers Compensation, Public Liability, Medical Negligence, and Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Claims. Additionally, his experience in immigration law covers skilled, business sponsor, partner, and student visas. Before establishing Shaheen Legal, Owais served as a claims associate at MLC Life Insurance, where he managed Total and Permanent Disability and Income Protection Claims, and as a solicitor at Bannister Law - Compensation Lawyers, honing his skills in various areas of injury claims. His foundation in the legal field was further solidified as a legal assistant at Playfair Visa and Migration Services. Owais’s dedication to his practice is complemented by his academic achievements from Western Sydney University and The Australian National University, along with completion of the NSW Practice Management Course at FMRC.

Principal Solicitor
Shaheen Legal
May 2018 - Present • 8 years 6 months

Claims Associate
MLC Life Insurance
Apr 2017 - Apr 2018 • 1 year

Solicitor
Bannister Law - Compensation Lawyers
Sep 2014 - Apr 2017 • 2 years 7 months

Legal Assistant and Co-ordinator
Playfair Visa and Migration Services
Jun 2011 - Sep 2014 • 3 years 3 months

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Western Sydney University

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP)
The Australian National University
NSW Practice Management Course
FMRC
Last checked: 19 Jun 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW