Owais Rashid

Barrister (UR) | Paralegal

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Owais Rashid is a Paralegal and Unregistered Barrister at BW Solicitors, called to the Bar of England and Wales by the Inner Temple in October 2025. He holds an LLM in Bar Vocational Studies from City St George's, University of London and an LLB (Hons) from the University of London. At BW Solicitors, Owais works across immigration and asylum, family law, criminal defence, and civil litigation. Much of his work involves people navigating genuinely difficult circumstances, whether that is an asylum seeker preparing for a tribunal hearing, a family law client dealing with court proceedings, or someone facing a criminal matter. He takes preparation seriously and makes a point of keeping clients informed and supported throughout. Before joining BW Solicitors he volunteered as an advocate at the Free Representation Unit, representing vulnerable clients before the First-tier Tribunal in benefits appeals on a pro bono basis. He has also gained experience in Pakistan, including at the Advocate General Punjab Office and before the Lahore High Court. He speaks English, Urdu, and Punjabi fluently, which means many clients can speak to him directly in their first language. Outside of work Owais enjoys the gym, squash, tennis, travelling, and keeping up with current affairs.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Ilford, Essex

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Owais Rashid is a Paralegal and Unregistered Barrister at BW Solicitors, called to the Bar of England and Wales by the Inner Temple in October 2025. He holds an LLM in Bar Vocational Studies from City St George's, University of London and an LLB (Hons) from the University of London. At BW Solicitors, Owais works across immigration and asylum, family law, criminal defence, and civil litigation. Much of his work involves people navigating genuinely difficult circumstances, whether that is an asylum seeker preparing for a tribunal hearing, a family law client dealing with court proceedings, or someone facing a criminal matter. He takes preparation seriously and makes a point of keeping clients informed and supported throughout. Before joining BW Solicitors he volunteered as an advocate at the Free Representation Unit, representing vulnerable clients before the First-tier Tribunal in benefits appeals on a pro bono basis. He has also gained experience in Pakistan, including at the Advocate General Punjab Office and before the Lahore High Court. He speaks English, Urdu, and Punjabi fluently, which means many clients can speak to him directly in their first language. Outside of work Owais enjoys the gym, squash, tennis, travelling, and keeping up with current affairs.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Based in Ilford, Essex
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  • EN English
  • HI Hindi
  • PA Punjabi
  • UR Urdu

Opening hours

Monday 09:30–17:30
Tuesday 09:30–17:30
Wednesday 09:30–17:30
Thursday 09:30–17:30
Friday 09:30–17:30
Saturday 11:00–14:30 (Open)
Sunday (Closed)

Olympic House, 28 -42 Clements Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1BA

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Fee waiver successful

In the early stages of my matter, I felt uncertain and overwhelmed as to what steps to take. I was fortunate to engage BW Solicitors, who provided genuine advice and ensured I fully understood both the process and any complexities involved. They were particularly helpful in organising and preparing my documentation. Throughout my case, whenever I contacted them, I was always treated with courtesy and warmth, and I greatly appreciated their compassionate and professional approach.

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Recommended

I have had a very good experience with this firm over the past 1.5 years. Special thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich and Mr Owais Rashid for their professionalism, patience, and support throughout my case. Communication was always convenient whenever needed through telephone and video calls, without unnecessary office visits. I would definitely recommend this firm to anyone looking for professional and supportive legal services.

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Sehar Razzaq

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Immigration

Excellent and Professional Service

I have been with this firm for around 1.5 years and have always received excellent and professional support. Special thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich, Mr Owais Rashid, and Ms Samra Iqbal for their help throughout my case. Whenever communication was needed, the team was available through video calls or telephone, saving clients unnecessary office visits, time and travel costs. I highly recommend this firm for their professionalism, support, and excellent service.

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Wahdat Rameez

Immigration

UK visa

Excellent service from start to finish! The team was professional, honest, and extremely helpful throughout the UK visa process. Their guidance and attention to detail gave me complete confidence, and the result was successful. Highly recommended for anyone looking for reliable and professional UK visa assistance! 🇬🇧

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Wasib Malik

Immigration

Successful Visit Visa

Highly recommended for your UK visa services and legal services specially Thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich and Mr Owais Rashid for their support and assistance for our successful UK visit visa Application. Most workaholic and supportive team and most communicated professionals. Regards

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sunil dhungana

Immigration

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"In the early stages of my case, I felt uncertain and unsure of what steps to take, until I spoke with Mr Bilal Raza and Mr Owais Rashid. I am fortunate to have engaged BW Solicitors, who provided genuine, clear advice and ensured I fully understood both the process and any complexities involved. They were particularly helpful in organising and preparing my documentation. When the Home Office requested additional information, they guided me through exactly what was needed, which was a great help. After submitting the additional documents, I received a successful outcome just one day later. They prepared a strong case on my behalf, and I am truly grateful to the entire BW Solicitors team."

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Ritesh Srivastava

Immigration

Ritesh

Swift,smooth & efficient ILR long residence process Bilal and Owais were outstanding from start to finish with my ILR application under the 10-year long residence route. They explained everything clearly, told me exactly what documents I needed, and answered every question quickly and patiently. The whole process was smooth, swift and stress-free. Their attention to detail gave me complete confidence that my case was in safe hands. I highly recommend Bilal, Owais and the team to anyone applying for ILR. Five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Maryam khan

Immigration Law

Maryam

I have had a very good experience with this firm over the past 1.5 years. Special thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich and Mr Owais Rashid for their professionalism, patience, and support throughout my case. Communication was always convenient whenever needed through telephone and video calls, without unnecessary office visits. I would definitely recommend this firm to anyone looking for professional and supportive legal services.

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Sehar Razzaq

Immigration Law

Sehar

I have been with this firm for around 1.5 years and have always received excellent and professional support. Special thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich, Mr Owais Rashid, and Ms Samra Iqbal for their help throughout my case. Whenever communication was needed, the team was available through video calls or telephone, saving clients unnecessary office visits, time and travel costs. I highly recommend this firm for their professionalism, support, and excellent service.

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Wasib Malik

Immigration

Wasib

Highly recommended for legal services and specially Thanks to Mr Bilal Warraich and Mr Owais Rashid For there assistance for our successful UK visit visa application.

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