Involved in novel precedent-setting litigation, ABV Solicitors is home to a well-established general crime team, acting for high-net-worth individuals, vulnerable clients, and industry professionals. The department is jointly led by Akhtar Ahmad, who often assists clients at the investigation stage, and Robert Borwick, who is noted for his capabilities in drug and GBH cases. Other notable names include Sunita Mehta, who frequently represents individuals involved in sensitive sexual abuse matters, and Hanisha Godhania, who has longstanding experience with firearm offences. She is hailed as an ‘incredible advocate who goes above and beyond to deliver the best results consistently’.
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Testimonials
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- 'ABV is an exceptional firm of Lawyers headed by an excellent team of directors.'
- 'ABV has long presented as a modern, forward-thinking firm, with diversity reflective of today’s society and a hard work ethic that permeates from the senior members to the most junior.'
Key clients
- Operation Vicktor
- Operation Jets
Work highlights
Representing a well-known celebrity figure and securing a favourable outcome for them.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Akhtar Ahmad; Robert Borwick
Other key lawyers
Hanisha Godhania; Sunita Mehta; Fergus Harrington