Staff Profiles
Syed T. Shah
Director and Senior Solicitor with Higher Rights Of Audience
BSc (Hons) Computer Science & LLB (Hons) Law DIP_LP
Syed is the Senior Solicitor at Spartans Law, renowned as one of the UK’s most trusted criminal defence solicitors. With an impressive career spanning years of top-tier experience.
Syed has successfully represented clients in some of the most serious and complex cases, including terrorism, murder, grievous bodily harm, and large-scale fraud.
His reputation as a “tour de force” in criminal law stems from his deep commitment to excellence and his unwavering dedication to client advocacy.
Highly respected on both a local and national level, Syed has built a loyal client following frequently defending cases that have drawn significant media attention.
His approachable, client-focused approach sets him apart; he makes himself available to clients 24/7, providing crucial support and guidance at every step.
Syed is known for his sharp strategic insight and the pragmatic advice he offers in every case. A seasoned solicitor and experienced advocate, he is deeply committed to achieving the best outcomes for his clients, often handling multiple complex matters simultaneously with precision and skill. His ability to connect with clients and understand their individual needs has fostered a reputation for reliability and trustworthiness within the legal community.
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Samina Kausar
Director and Senior Criminal Law Solicitor
LLB (Hons) & LPC Law
Samina is a highly skilled Criminal Law Solicitor and a senior leader within the firm, recently promoted to Director in recognition of her exceptional dedication and expertise. She is a trusted advocate, providing daily representation for clients at police stations and magistrates’ courts and handling the most complex and high-stakes Crown Court cases, including those involving murder, terrorism, and intricate fraud.
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Zara Akhtar
Criminal Law Solicitor
LLB Law (Hons), LPC (distinction)
Zara is a distinguished Criminal Law Solicitor with a robust record of success in representing clients facing the most serious criminal charges. She provides skilled representation daily at police stations and magistrates’ courts and expertly handles some of the most complex and high-profile cases at Crown Court, including those involving murder, terrorism, and sophisticated fraud.
In addition to her courtroom work, Zara manages a comprehensive caseload of critical cases, addressing offenses such as grievous bodily harm with intent, kidnapping, sexual offenses, robbery, and complex drug-related conspiracies. Her considerable experience working with vulnerable individuals, including both adults and minors, is complemented by a personable, empathetic approach, helping clients feel at ease throughout challenging legal processes.
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Sammia Nureen
Trainee Solicitor
LLB (Hons), LPC LLM (Distinction)
Ms. Nureen is presently undertaking her training contract after successfully completing her LPC and Masters within Law.
She is regularly instructed to undertake work on all types of matters from the crown court, magistrates to police station, and is meticulous, has an eye for detail in case preparation for her clients. She is very enthusiastic about assisting and advising her clients bearing in mind their instructions and needs.
She has a natural ability to understand the needs of her clientele and would go out her way to ensure the clients case is well prepared and ensures that effective representation is undertaken for the best outcome.
She also empathises with her clients vulnerabilities and would be available to discuss any concerns even during unsociable hours.
Sammia Nureen is fluent in communicating with her clientele in English, Urdu and Punjabi.
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Mariya Gillani
Mariya is a tenacious and well-rounded professional, deeply involved in all areas of case management.
She holds a BSc in Biomedical Science, but her drive to continually challenge herself led her to pursue a career in law. She is currently studying for her LLM and SQE at BPP University, demonstrating her commitment to expanding her expertise and skills.
In her role, Mariya handles new client queries, opens files on Leap, takes client instructions, and uploads defence statements to the Crown Court Digital Case System. She frequently liaises with police officers on police station bails and cases under investigation, ensuring seamless communication for effective case progression.
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Hassan Masana
Case Worker
Hassan Masana is a case worker at the firm and a probationary police station representative.
