Dr Maria Bhatti

Dr. Maria Bhatti is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Law at Western Sydney University, specializing in the field of religion and law.1 Her research focuses on the relationship between religious and secular legal systems, as well as the influence of religion on society and its connection with law.1

Academic Background

Dr. Bhatti completed her Bachelor of Laws and Master of Laws degrees at the University of Melbourne.1 During her master's program, she wrote a thesis on the taxation implications of Islamic finance, which earned her a scholarship from the National Australia Bank.1 She later obtained her PhD from Monash University, where she explored the relationship between religious and secular law through the lens of international commercial arbitration.1

Expertise and Research

Dr. Bhatti is recognized as an authority in the areas of:

• Islamic law
• International commercial laws
• Religion and law
• Cultural diversity and inclusion

She is the author of the book "Islamic Law and International Commercial Arbitration," published by Routledge in 2019.1 This publication earned her the Emeritus Professor H. P. Lee Student's Publication Prize from Monash University.1

Professional Experience

Before her academic career, Dr. Bhatti worked as a family lawyer in Melbourne.1 She has also taught "Equity and Trusts" at Monash University and the University of Technology Sydney.1

Current Role and Teaching

At Western Sydney University, Dr. Bhatti teaches courses such as:

• Equity & Trusts
• Islam, International Law and Human Rights
• Commercial Law1

Her work aims to foster cultural understanding, legal empowerment, policy improvements, and social justice to create a more inclusive society.1