Duncan Lewis Solicitors is particularly noted for its expertise in asylum and deportation cases, human rights law, and unlawful detentions. Toufique Hossain is a key port of call for asylum seekers, as well as victims of torture, sexual abuse, and trafficking, while Bahar Ata handles claims of unlawful detention, false imprisonment, and failure to provide accommodation. Nazia Khan is noted for her capabilities in entry clearance applications, settlement applications, and nationality matters, while other key team members include Maria Petrova-Collins and Angelo Monni.
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Testimonials
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- 'They consistently provide high-quality services and have the resources to manage large-scale litigation.'
- 'James Packer is excellent.'
- 'One of the outstanding firms in this area.'
- 'Nazia Khan is a stellar solicitor who is hugely creative.'
- 'Vilash Gami is standout in the area of unlawful detention.'
- 'Outstanding team, leading the field in strategic litigation in immigration.'
- 'Few lawyers are as committed to securing justice for their clients as the team at Duncan Lewis. They are very hard working and deeply caring.'
- 'Bahar Ata is a top-class solicitor and runs a tight ship. Toufique Hossain has a great eye for a commercial opportunity.'
- 'Very good on strategic cases.'
- 'Pardeep Somel has worked with a number of my clients. She shows incredible compassion and commitment to vulnerable clients in distressing situations and goes above and beyond to ensure they get justice.'
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Bahar Ata; Nazia Khan; Gemma Lynch; Jenna McKinney; James Packer; Rohena Wallace; Vilash Gami; Toufique Hossain; Pardeep Somel
Other key lawyers
Maria Petrova-Collins: Angelo Monni