Tayab Ali > Bindmans LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Offering a ‘cutting edge’ practice, Bindmans LLP commands a strong reputation in immigration work and actions against the police and state, as well as international work spanning torture and abuse claims, freedom of assembly matters and victims’ rights in criminal trials. The vastly experienced John Halford acts for a broad range of clients including individuals, NGOs and unions, while Jules Carey regularly handles matters for journalists, MPs and activists. Tayab Ali is seen as a leading authority on counter-terrorism law, Anna Thwaites is highly regarded for her inquests expertise, and Salima Budhani regularly represents highly vulnerable groups, including young people and asylum seekers. Shirin Marker is building an excellent reputation for representing victims of trafficking, torture and individuals deprived of their British citizenship, while veteran Jamie Potter stepped down from the firm in 2022.

The general crime practice at Bindmans LLP is headed by the ‘knowledgeable and pragmatic‘ Katie Wheatley, with the team described by clients as ‘very strong and competent‘. The practice is experienced in the full gamut of crime cases at all stages of criminal proceedings, which includes murder, terrorism, extradition appeals, drug importation and supply, and sexual offences. Tayab Ali, solicitor advocate, is recommended for his work on counter-terrorism law, cybercrime, and international criminal law. Kate Goold is especially adept at defending high-profile clients in politically sensitive and controversial cases, while Catherine Jackson is experienced in representing professionals in criminal cases and high-profile individuals in historic sexual offences. Jude Lanchin is recommended for her work with juveniles.

Remaining at the ‘forefront of criminal defence’, Bindmans LLP’s practice specialises in representing individuals caught up in complex financial crime investigations conducted by the FCA and HMRC, along with white-collar crime claims spanning from bribery to money laundering. Counting HNW individuals, professionals, and CEOs among her clientbase, the ‘calm, efficient and pragmatic’ Katie Wheatley leads the London group, bringing vast expertise of serious fraud and internal investigations to the team. ‘Simply fantastic’ Kate Goold has experience acting in complex extradition proceedings and tax investigations, while Tayab Ali regularly assists individuals with protecting their reputations against false public and criminal allegations, as well as covering both criminal and civil law issues.