About
Dr Sham Qayyum is a Lecturer in Property and Trusts Law at The Dickson Poon School of Law, King's College London. Previously, he lectured at SOAS University of London. His research focuses on equity, the law of trusts, and modern legal history, with a particular emphasis on the historical development of equitable institutions like the trust and Chancery. He explores the theory of equity across diverse legal systems, including Roman Law, Jewish halacha, Hindu dharma, Christian biblical canon, and Islamic shariah.
Dr Qayyum teaches Law of Trusts and Property Law. His notable publication in Trusts & Trustees (2021) examines historical legal maxims of the Chancery. He is based at King's Building, Strand Campus, Room 23.
No scientific awards are listed, but his work bridges historical and comparative legal studies. Advising and grant details are not specified in the provided text. He is affiliated with King’s Civic Leadership Academy initiatives, as noted in recent news items, though specific roles there are unclear.
