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ABOUT AVERROES SOLICITORS

A boutique City firmwith global reach

Averroes is a modern boutique law firm in the heart of the City of London, providing cutting-edge services in international investment and commercial arbitration, arbitration-related litigation, human rights and employment law to individuals and corporate clients, with an unparalleled depth of tactical thinking, proactive service and consistency.

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PRACTICE AREAS

Expert advice inarbitration and human rights

International arbitration and litigation, business and human rights, employment, immigration, public law and judicial review — strategic advice for individuals, corporations and states.

Immigration Law

Immigration Law Solicitors UK immigration rules are detailed and change frequently. Whether you are applying for a visa, challenging a refusal, or planning a long-term future in the UK, specialist advice helps you navigate the process with confidence. Our immigration lawyers provide clear, practical guidance for individuals, families, and businesses — preparing strong applications and representing clients when decisions go wrong. How We Can Help Work, study, and family visa applications Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship Sponsor licences and business immigration Human rights and asylum matters Administrative reviews and appeals Entry clearance and visa refusals Complex and multi-pathway case strategy Personal Immigration From partner and spouse visas to settlement and nationality, we help you understand eligibility requirements, prepare supporting evidence, and submit applications that meet Home Office standards. Business Immigration We advise employers and sponsored workers on Certificates of Sponsorship, compliance duties, and skilled worker routes — reducing the risk of delays, refusals, or licence issues. Speak to Our Team If you need immigration advice, contact us for an assessment of your circumstances. We will explain your options and set out a clear plan for moving forward.

Employment Law

Employment Law Solicitors Whether you are an employee facing unfair treatment at work or an employer managing workplace issues, clear employment law advice can make a decisive difference. Our solicitors advise on rights, obligations, and practical next steps under UK employment legislation. We support clients through disputes, negotiations, and formal proceedings — helping you protect your position while aiming for a proportionate and commercially sensible outcome. How We Can Help Unfair and constructive dismissal claims Discrimination, harassment, and whistleblowing Settlement agreements and exit negotiations Contracts, policies, and workplace handbooks Redundancy and restructuring advice Restrictive covenants and confidential information Employment Tribunal representation For Employees If you have been dismissed, sidelined, or treated unfairly, we will assess the strength of your claim, explain your options, and help you pursue the right remedy — from negotiated settlement to Tribunal proceedings where needed. For Employers We help businesses manage risk, handle difficult workforce decisions correctly, and resolve disputes early. Timely advice often prevents costly litigation and protects your reputation. Speak to Our Team Contact us for practical employment law advice tailored to your circumstances. We will explain your position clearly and recommend a strategy focused on your objectives.

Judicial Review

Judicial Review Solicitors Judicial review is the process by which the courts supervise the lawfulness of decisions made by public bodies. If a government department, local authority, or other public authority has acted unlawfully, irrationally, or unfairly, judicial review may provide a remedy. Our solicitors advise on prospects, prepare urgent applications, and represent clients in High Court judicial review proceedings — including immigration, regulatory, and public law challenges. How We Can Help Pre-action letters and urgent advice Permission and substantive judicial review claims Immigration and Home Office decision challenges Local authority and regulatory decisions Interim relief and injunction applications Costs and funding considerations Appeals arising from judicial review proceedings When Judicial Review May Be Appropriate Judicial review is concerned with how a decision was made, not simply whether you disagree with it. Grounds can include illegality, procedural unfairness, irrationality, and breaches of human rights or legitimate expectation. Strict Time Limits Judicial review claims must usually be brought promptly and, in any event, within three months of the decision challenged — and shorter limits apply in some areas. Early advice is critical. Speak to Our Team If you believe a public body has acted unlawfully, contact us immediately for an assessment of whether judicial review is available and what steps should be taken first.

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OUR PEOPLE

Meet our proactiveand dedicated team

20+ years

Zafar Abbas

Director & Senior immigration advisor

Zafar Abbas is the Director and Senior Immigration Advisor at Averroes Solicitors. With more than 20 years’ experience in UK immigration law, Zafar Abbas provides clear, practical advice and representation across visas, settlement, nationality, human rights and complex casework.

As an OISC-regulated immigration adviser, Zafar Abbas undertakes specialist casework and advocacy — including Immigration Tribunal appeals and administrative reviews — and is known for combining professional expertise with genuine care for clients and their families.

Whether you need help with a family or work visa, settlement, nationality, sponsor licensing, or a refused application, Zafar Abbas and the team at Averroes Solicitors will guide you from first instruction through to completion.

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TESTIMONIALS

What our clientssay about our service

5.0

“Averroes Solicitors guided us through our spouse visa application from start to finish. They explained every step clearly, kept us updated throughout, and our visa was approved without any issues. Highly professional, responsive and genuinely caring — we would recommend Averroes Solicitors to anyone.”

5.0

“Averroes Solicitors was a beacon of hope for my wife and me when my immigration process became too difficult for us to handle. Not only did they meticulously help us through every step of the process, their professionalism, patience and follow ups offered emotional support to both my wife and me. We are eternally grateful for their service and recommend Averroes Solicitors without reservation.”

5.0

“I am writing to thank Averroes Solicitors for their services as I found them excellent with my wife's Further Leave to Remain, Indefinite Leave to Remain and British Citizenship. I found them easy to contact if I had any questions or worries and their rates were very reasonable. I will be very happy to recommend Averroes Solicitors to anyone who asks.”

5.0

“Averroes Solicitors was a great help when it came to renewing my residency permit. They kept me up to date with everything that was going on and any correspondence with the Home Office. The service I received was great and much appreciated and their constant communication with me made me feel at ease. I will definitely be using Averroes Solicitors again when I have to renew my visa.”

5.0

“The school were put in touch with Averroes Solicitors to help with the process involved in granting a Tier 2 (General) sponsorship for a member of staff. I cannot recommend them more highly in their approach. They were extremely professional, calm and patient! They went out of their way to explain the process step by step.”

5.0

“We were lucky to have found Averroes Solicitors. The team was very helpful with our immigration process and their efforts and professionalism helped us achieve our most important goal, which was being together and building a future as a family. We always felt they were at our side every step of the way.”

LATEST INSIGHTS

Read our latest insightson arbitration and human rights

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How to Apply for a Skilled Worker Visa in the UK: A Complete 2026 Guide

Family Visas18 Jul 2026

Spouse Visa UK 2026 — Everything You Need to Know Before You Apply

Immigration Appeals16 Jul 2026

UK Immigration Appeals — What to Do If Your Visa Has Been Refused in 2026

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Fearless Lawyers for Arbitration & Human Rights

A boutique City firmwith global reach