‘Distinguished by its deep commitment to client care, responsiveness and legal expertise’, OTS Solicitors advises clients from initial consultation through to representation before the immigration tribunals and higher courts. Managing partner Oshin Shahiean leverages extensive appeals and judicial review experience, while Teni Shahiean’s practice spans business immigration, family life and human rights cases. The ‘excellent’ Maryem Ahmed comes recommended for her wide-ranging expertise in matters involving the points-based system, EEA resident and family reunion applications. Dhaya Kathiravan is a key contact for family-related immigration law issues, and immigration heavyweight Paul Gulbenkian acts as a consultant to the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are so patient and very unique about what they are doing. Maryem Ahmed is excellent and gets the best outcome for her client.’
- ‘Very accessible, personal touch, easy to contact and timely follow-up and response. The team makes you feel that they are there for you and your case, whereas many others just consider you a number.’
- ‘Excellent case knowledge, spot on initial assessment, personal and friendly interactions.’
- ‘I worked with Maryem Ahmed as part of the OTS team. Her professionalism and efficiency as a solicitor have changed my life.'
- ‘I valued the expertise, thoroughness and honesty when I worked with Maryem Ahmed. This allowed me to feel confident and calm during my case.’
- 'I’ve found the firm to be distinguished by its deep commitment to client care, responsiveness, and legal expertise - particularly in complex immigration and employment matters. What makes OTS unique is its ability to combine a high level of technical legal knowledge with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach. This combination consistently delivers value that feels both personal and effective.'
Work highlights
Assisting a well-known artist with a gallery in the UK in successfully challenging a visitor visa refusal, under which they have received a 10-year ban on entering the UK.
Assisted Dutch nationals born in the UK in applying for British citizenship on a discretionary basis. The complex case was successful, securing their British nationality.
Successfully represented a client in a visit visa application after two previous attempts to enter the UK on the same basis were refused.
Practice head
Teni Shahiean; Oshin Shahiean; Maryem Ahmed
Other key lawyers
Dhaya Kathiravan; Paul Gulbenkian