Rizwana Mahmood

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Rizvana is an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor, with a track record of successfully defending clients accused of serious sexual offences including rape, sexual assault, and grooming. Rizvana works closely with leading Criminal Defence Barristers to ensure that you have specialist lawyers on your side, both inside the court room and outside. Rizvana is thorough in her case preparation and has been described by clients as someone who ‘understands’ and is ‘committed to defending them’.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 416796

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 7 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

Rizvana is an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor, with a track record of successfully defending clients accused of serious sexual offences including rape, sexual assault, and grooming. Rizvana works closely with leading Criminal Defence Barristers to ensure that you have specialist lawyers on your side, both inside the court room and outside. Rizvana is thorough in her case preparation and has been described by clients as someone who ‘understands’ and is ‘committed to defending them’.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 416796

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 7 years

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  • Whiterose Blackmans Solicitors LLP

    Solicitor

    March 2023 - Present 3 years and 3 months

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

Diamond House, 116 Brudenell Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 1LS

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Mr A.N.

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Dedicated with Exceptional Attention to Detail

I can’t thank Rizwana enough for her hard work along with her caring emotional support during a very stressful time. My case took 6 years to get to trial. What had started with a family dispute over how I believed my mother’s money should be used to provide the dementia care she needed rather than a family inheritance, resulted in myself being falsely accused of the most terrible crimes. Whilst West Yorkshire police were quite happy to state to myself, in writing no less, that they WOULD NOT be working through the phone messages and emails as well as the evidence from the Court of Protection and Adult Social Care for any clues as to my innocence, Rizwana painstakingly and forensically poured over all of these effectively undertaking the desktop investigation I would have expected them to have carried out in the first place! She also ensured I secured a fantastic KC and barrister who proved to be as invested as her in ensuring innocent people like me have the truth heard. In court, the records that they, along with Rizwana, had collated and studied in great detail, were used to support the allegations were indeed false. I was unanimously acquitted in just over 3 hours. I would recommend Rizwana to anyone finding themselves in such a distressing situation through no fault of their own and I thank Kamran for assigning my case to such a dedicated member of the team whilst also thanking Zen for the paralegal support provided to Rizwana.

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Shamraise safdar

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Charged with false Allegation

I had been charged with allegation . My family life went upside down. Lost access to my children and wife. I could be jailed for false allegation. Then i was referred to Whiterose Blackman law firm. To be honest there success rate is over 98%. I have seen the results. I was found not guilty on april 2026. I cannot explain the credibility of Mr Kamran and Rizwana Mehmood. They are well experienced and have incredible Criminal defence lawyers. Just because of these guys I'm free man today, living life with my wife and children after 12 months. Highly recommended

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Barbara

Dreadful, Stressful Experience

Legal Aid. First with Ali Khan who just didn't reply to my emails, then didn't inform me of the time of my PTPH, left me waiting at court for over 5 hours, then neither he nor my barrister turned up. I had several panic attacks. Changed to a different solicitor in the firm, Rizwana Mahmood. She was just as bad if not worse. Totally ignored emails, to the point where I had to email her 3 times and refuse a meeting before she actually realised that the CPS had not submitted all the evidence. She was abusive on the phone, gave me the inaccurate legal advise on several occasions. DO NOT RECOMMEND

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Kamran Hussain

There are two sides to every story and we do not wish to engage further on this matter.

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Steve

Reassurance through experience

Competent and experienced professionals. Calm and understanding approach. Good, regular and simple communication. Explanation of procedures and formalities gave reassurance.

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Thank you for your kind review Steve! We're glad Kamran, Rizwana and the team's expertise, clear communication, and supportive approach provided you with reassurance throughout the process. Your feedback means a lot to us!

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Matthew

Crime/ Criminal Defence

If you need the best call them

Well what can I say about Whiterose Blackmans……. At the worse time of my life I chose them firstly for my civil matters when going through a relationship breakdown to protect my assets and ensure everything was divided correctly. This then mentioned I used their family department to get back my access to my children. Unfortunately do to the mess my life was turning into I needed their experts in criminal law. Initially this was covered by Kamran Hussain who guided me through various police interactions he was always supportive and at the end of the phone to answer and questions. The reigns of my case were then handed over to Rizwana Mahmood for the next 3 years, yes 3 years!!!! She became more than just my solicitor I now count her as a friend as she went above and beyond, reassured me when worried, calmed me down when anxious and generally just there for me 7 days a week. Gave amazing advice when selecting a counsel when my trial became a reality after 4.5 years. Due to her and the whole team at Whiterose Blackmans I walked out of court a free man and my life that at several points I conceded could be over can now start again. I will always be grateful and thankful. If you ever find yourself in a situation that you never thought in your wildest dreams you would. Do not hesitate in calling them. Thanks again to everyone especially Riz she was a star!!!!!!

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Thank you, Matthew, for sharing your experience. We’re deeply touched by your kind words and are grateful for the trust you placed in Whiterose Blackmans during such a challenging time. We’re pleased to hear that Kamran Hussain and Rizwana Mahmood provided the support and guidance you needed across your civil, family, and criminal matters.

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