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Shakeela Bi

Head of Family Law

5.0
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Shakeela is the Head of the Family Department at Cartwright King Solicitors. She specialises in all areas of matrimonial work, including complex private law, children, matrimonial, finance and Islamic divorce. Shakeela initially trained in Yorkshire, at a long respective firm in Harrogate, before moving to Leeds to head up a new family law department at a corporate practice. She then relocated to Lancashire in 2017. Given her experience, she has a diverse range of clients, both from the UK and overseas. Her work involves advising clients regarding domestic violence, international child relocation, forced marriages, prenuptial agreements, Islamic divorce and financial disputes. In relation to financial disputes, these are cases, often involving complex legal issues, such as how pensions can be retained or used to realise capital, business interests and identification of matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets. Furthermore, Shakeela is one of the few solicitors in the country who is able to also able to advise individuals from the Muslim community in respect of Islamic divorce, and how this can impact upon matters relating to finances, and the arrangements for children. Shakeela has a strong ability to understand the needs of her clients. She has a firm and practical, yet sensible and pragmatic approach in dealing with issues which are extremely stressful and emotional for her clients. She takes a very pragmatic approach in finding solutions which are tailored for her client’s individual circumstances. Shakeela is part of Resolution and also Solicitor Advocate.

Cartwright King Solicitors Cartwright King Solicitors

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 446021

  • Based in Blackburn, Lancashire

  • Licensed for 19 years

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Cartwright King Solicitors Cartwright King Solicitors

Shakeela is the Head of the Family Department at Cartwright King Solicitors. She specialises in all areas of matrimonial work, including complex private law, children, matrimonial, finance and Islamic divorce. Shakeela initially trained in Yorkshire, at a long respective firm in Harrogate, before moving to Leeds to head up a new family law department at a corporate practice. She then relocated to Lancashire in 2017. Given her experience, she has a diverse range of clients, both from the UK and overseas. Her work involves advising clients regarding domestic violence, international child relocation, forced marriages, prenuptial agreements, Islamic divorce and financial disputes. In relation to financial disputes, these are cases, often involving complex legal issues, such as how pensions can be retained or used to realise capital, business interests and identification of matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets. Furthermore, Shakeela is one of the few solicitors in the country who is able to also able to advise individuals from the Muslim community in respect of Islamic divorce, and how this can impact upon matters relating to finances, and the arrangements for children. Shakeela has a strong ability to understand the needs of her clients. She has a firm and practical, yet sensible and pragmatic approach in dealing with issues which are extremely stressful and emotional for her clients. She takes a very pragmatic approach in finding solutions which are tailored for her client’s individual circumstances. Shakeela is part of Resolution and also Solicitor Advocate.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 446021

  • Based in Blackburn, Lancashire

  • Licensed for 19 years

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5.0
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Communication 5.0/5
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Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.3/5
Expertise
Consumer
Dispute Resolution
Family Law

Experience

  • Awh Legal Ltd

    Associate

    Until October 2019

  • Ast Hampsons LLP

    Assistant

    Until November 2023

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu

Contact

08444140667
shakeela.bi@cartwrightking.co.uk
www.awhsolicitors.co.uk/team/shakeela-bi/

Opening hours

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)

Suite 1, The Business Development Centre, Eanam Wharf, Blackburn, BB1 5BL

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    Charlotte Lucy May,

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    Family Law

    Child Arrangements Order

    Timely and compassionate approach from Shakeela. Lovely to find good people in a crisis and sadly becoming increasingly unusual.

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    Hi Charlotte, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are so pleased to hear that Shakeela was able to support you with compassion and efficiency during a difficult time. At Cartwright King, we understand how sensitive Child Arrangements matters can be, and it means a great deal to know that you felt cared for and supported. We will make sure your kind words are passed on to Shakeela and the team. Kind regards,

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    Andy

    Family Law

    Highly recommended

    I used Shakeela Bi and Diane Cowgirl regarding a family legal matter. They were excellent, getting me a satisfactory result in shorter time than expected

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    Hi Andy, Thank you for your great 5* review. We appreciate the time you have taken writing these kind words. We are pleased that we were able to assist you in getting the result you wanted. I will pass on your kind feedback to Shakeela and Diane and I am sure they will be delighted to read your review. If there is anything more that you need from us in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Many thanks,

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    Family law

    I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance provided by shakeela during my family case. From the very beginning, she was not only professional and knowledgeable but also incredibly understanding of the emotional complexities involved in such cases. She took the time to listen to my concerns, explained everything clearly, and always made sure I was comfortable with the decisions being made. Her dedication and attention to detail were evident throughout, and she consistently went above and beyond to ensure that my case was handled with care and compassion. I truly felt supported every step of the way, and her expertise made a stressful situation much more manageable. If you're looking for a solicitor who is both highly skilled and genuinely cares about their clients, I wholeheartedly recommend shakeela, I couldn't have asked for better representation. Thank you Shakeela

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    Hi, Thank you for your great 5* review. We appreciate the time you have taken writing these kind words. We are pleased that we were able to assist you in getting the result you wanted. I will pass on your kind feedback to Shakeela and I am sure she will be delighted to read your review. If there is anything more that you need from us in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Many thanks,

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