Nazia Khan

Director & Solicitor

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I am a Director in the Immigration department at Duncan Lewis Solicitors and I supervise a team of solicitors, accredited caseworkers and paralegals. Before joining Duncan Lewis, I specialised in civil litigation for over four years. I represent clients in all aspects of human rights claims from initial applications through to appeals in the First-Tier and Upper Tribunal of the Immigration Asylum Chamber and the Higher Courts. I also assist clients with all types of entry clearance applications, settlement applications and nationality matters. I have significant experience in dealing with vulnerable clients including minors, those in detention and those suffering from complex psychological issues, as well as victims of torture, trafficking and victims of domestic violence. I frequently represent clients at the High Court in their judicial review matters. I take on a wide range of immigration related cases, including the following; Unlawful detention False imprisonment, which includes obtaining damages for clients who were falsely imprisoned by the Home Office Unlawful delay in processing immigration and asylum applications Fresh claim challenges/unlawful denial of appeal rights Challenges to refusals of Article 8 ECHR family and private life applications Third Country removals Challenges to decisions to deny access to public funds Challenging removals by way of urgent interim relief applications I am accredited as a Supervisor and Level 2 Senior Caseworker under the Law Society’s Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme, which demonstrates that I possess the desired level of knowledge and competence in this area of law as defined by the Law Society. It also enables me to represent and advise both publicly funded and private clients. I am a recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 517818

  • Based in London
  • Licensed for 12 years

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I am a Director in the Immigration department at Duncan Lewis Solicitors and I supervise a team of solicitors, accredited caseworkers and paralegals. Before joining Duncan Lewis, I specialised in civil litigation for over four years. I represent clients in all aspects of human rights claims from initial applications through to appeals in the First-Tier and Upper Tribunal of the Immigration Asylum Chamber and the Higher Courts. I also assist clients with all types of entry clearance applications, settlement applications and nationality matters. I have significant experience in dealing with vulnerable clients including minors, those in detention and those suffering from complex psychological issues, as well as victims of torture, trafficking and victims of domestic violence. I frequently represent clients at the High Court in their judicial review matters. I take on a wide range of immigration related cases, including the following; Unlawful detention False imprisonment, which includes obtaining damages for clients who were falsely imprisoned by the Home Office Unlawful delay in processing immigration and asylum applications Fresh claim challenges/unlawful denial of appeal rights Challenges to refusals of Article 8 ECHR family and private life applications Third Country removals Challenges to decisions to deny access to public funds Challenging removals by way of urgent interim relief applications I am accredited as a Supervisor and Level 2 Senior Caseworker under the Law Society’s Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme, which demonstrates that I possess the desired level of knowledge and competence in this area of law as defined by the Law Society. It also enables me to represent and advise both publicly funded and private clients. I am a recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 517818

  • Based in London
  • Licensed for 12 years

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  • Duncan Lewis Solicitors Ltd

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    Until Present

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu

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

Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL

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Amit Kamara

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I have a very positive experience with Duncan Lewis solicitors. I am especially grateful to Uzma Shaik for her professionalism, patience and support throughout my asylum case. She explained things clearly, kept me informed and took the time to listen to my concerns. I really appreciate her hard work and dedication during what was a stressful process. I would recommend Duncan Lewis and Uzma Shaik to anyone who needs help with an asylum case.

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Thank you, Amit, for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear that Uzma Shaik helped make a stressful asylum process easier to navigate. Her patience, clear communication and willingness to listen to your concerns clearly made a difference, and we're pleased you felt informed and supported throughout your case. Your recognition of Uzma's hard work and dedication is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Duncan Lewis Solicitors.

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Hamed Sadeqi

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Dear Ms. Uzma Shaik, I would like to sincerely and wholeheartedly thank you for all the hard work, dedication, support, and time you have given to me. Your commitment, kindness, and professionalism have meant a great deal to me, and I truly appreciate everything you have done to help me throughout this journey. I understand that handling my matter required a great deal of your time, effort, and patience. I am deeply grateful that you stood by me with such care, attention, and professionalism. Your support and efforts during a difficult time for me were truly reassuring and gave me great peace of mind. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything you have done for me. I have the deepest respect and appreciation for all your efforts and dedication. I sincerely wish you continued success, happiness, good health, and all the very best in both your personal and professional life. With my deepest respect and gratitude, Hamed Sadeqi 🙏🌷

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What a heartfelt message, Hamed. Thank you for taking the time to recognise Uzma Shaik and the support she provided throughout your journey. It's wonderful to know that Uzma's patience, kindness and commitment brought you reassurance and peace of mind during a difficult time. Your genuine appreciation for the time and care she dedicated to your matter will undoubtedly mean a great deal to her. We wish you all the very best for the future, Hamed, and thank you for choosing Duncan Lewis Solicitors.

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