Shoaib M Khan

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Shoaib is a barrister and a solicitor-advocate. He is Vice Chair of the Human Rights Lawyers Association and sits on the Law Society’s Human Rights Committee. Shoaib has worked with some of the UK’s leading human rights NGOs in various roles and is a media commentator on legal issues. He has been dealing with legal cases for 20 years and was Called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2007. He has been a solicitor since 2010, and has dealt with legal cases at all levels, including the European Court of Human Rights. His expertise extends to immigration law, asylum law, family law and other areas of law with human rights aspects.

Shoaib is particularly interested in the standards of human rights-related coverage in UK media. This includes not only writing for the media and commenting on legal developments, but also attempting to ensure accuracy in the media generally. He often engages with the media directly, in order to ensure fair coverage of human rights and the legal system. His complaints have resulted in numerous media corrections about the law and human rights, and this led to one tabloid accusing him of having “appointed himself as some sort of watchdog” on such issues.

Shoaib regularly speaks at and chairs legal conferences and seminars. He has shared the stage with senior lawyers and judges, including the President of the European Court of Human Rights, and organised high-level events himself too. Newspapers have provided staff with training and guidance as a direct result of his complaints, and promised to do more to ensure accuracy. He has also been invited to meet with newspapers’ senior management to discuss how coverage of legal issues can be improved and made fairer

Shoaib is regularly invited to speak to the media about legal current affairs and developments in the law and human rights. His writing and commentary has been published in almost all mainstream British newspapers, including the Guardian, the Telegraph, the Independent, the Sun, the Daily Mail and the Express. He has appeared on many radio and TV channels including the BBC, CNN, Sky News, LBC and other UK and international channels.

Shoaib is particularly interested in the standards of human rights-related coverage in UK media. This includes not only writing for the media and commenting on legal developments, but also attempting to ensure accuracy in the media generally. He often engages with the media directly, in order to ensure fair coverage of human rights and the legal system. His complaints have resulted in numerous media corrections about the law and human rights, and this led to one tabloid accusing him of having “appointed himself as some sort of watchdog” on such issues.

Shoaib regularly speaks at and chairs legal conferences and seminars. He has shared the stage with senior lawyers and judges, including the President of the European Court of Human Rights, and organised high-level events himself too. Newspapers have provided staff with training and guidance as a direct result of his complaints, and promised to do more to ensure accuracy. He has also been invited to meet with newspapers’ senior management to discuss how coverage of legal issues can be improved and made fairer

Shoaib is regularly invited to speak to the media about legal current affairs and developments in the law and human rights. His writing and commentary has been published in almost all mainstream British newspapers, including the Guardian, the Telegraph, the Independent, the Sun, the Daily Mail and the Express. He has appeared on many radio and TV channels including the BBC, CNN, Sky News, LBC and other UK and international channels.

Qualifications

2006

LLB (Honours)

2007

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Skills

2007

Called to the Bar of England and Wales

2010

Enrolled as a solicitor

2011

LLM

2016-2017

Higher Rights of Audience (Civil and Criminal)

Qualifications

Shoaib m Khan has had an illustrious career and over the years has gained many
specialisations in his field from reputable global orgnisations

From United Kingdom

Cardiff University Certificate - 2010

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From United Kingdom

RICS Diploma - 1971

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LLB (Honours) 2006

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Skills 2007

Called to the Bar of England and Wales 2007

Enrolled as a solicitor 2010

LLM 2011

Higher Rights of Audience (Civil and Criminal) 2016-2017

From United Kingdom

LLB (Honours) 2006

From United Kingdom

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Skills 2007

From United Kingdom

Called to the Bar of England and Wales 2007

From United Kingdom

Enrolled as a solicitor 2010

From United Kingdom

LLM 2011

From United Kingdom

Higher Rights of Audience (Civil and Criminal) 2016-2017

From United Kingdom

EWI Certificate

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From United Kingdom

P I Insurance Certificate

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Expertise

Immigration

Shoaib can assist individuals and families in their immigration matters by providing legal advice and guidance. For people wanting to join their family - including spouses, parents and children - he can help clients understand complex immigration laws and regulations, advising them on the best path to achieve their immigration goals, such as obtaining visas, settlement or citizenship. Shoaib can help clients prepare and submit immigration applications correctly and timely, ensuring all necessary documentation is included. If individuals encounter problems or challenges with their immigration status, such as visa denials or facing deportation, Shoaib can represent them in their court case, advocating for their rights and presenting a strong case. He can assist in reuniting families through family-based immigration petitions, ensuring that family members can join loved ones in the UK.

Asylum

Shoaib’s assistance in asylum cases can include preparing and lodging the asylum claim. He can help clients gather and present evidence to support their claims of persecution, ensuring their cases are as compelling as possible. He can accompany asylum seekers to asylum interviews and prepare witness statements etc to help the client explain their situation. If an asylum application is refused, he can assist clients in appealing the decision and pursuing legal remedies to secure asylum status including in court.

Immigration Bail

Shoaib is a specialist in cases involving immigration detention and bail. In 2012, he personally represented in court and secured release of a client detained under immigration powers for more than 5 years in aggregate, considered to be one of the longest periods of immigration detention in the country. In bail-related matters, Shoaib can help clients who have been detained, advocating for their release on bail so they can continue any ongoing legal proceedings outside of detention. Shoaib can help clients understand and fulfill the conditions of their bail, such as attending court hearings or reporting to the Home Office. He can ensure that clients’ due process rights are upheld during bail proceedings, preventing unlawful or excessive detention.

Human Rights Immigration Claims

Shoaib can assist individuals and families in their immigration matters by providing legal advice and guidance. For people wanting to join their family - including spouses, parents and children - he can help clients understand complex immigration laws and regulations, advising them on the best path to achieve their immigration goals, such as obtaining visas, settlement or citizenship. Shoaib can help clients prepare and submit immigration applications correctly and timely, ensuring all necessary documentation is included. If individuals encounter problems or challenges with their immigration status, such as visa denials or facing deportation, Shoaib can represent them in their court case, advocating for their rights and presenting a strong case. He can assist in reuniting families through family-based immigration petitions, ensuring that family members can join loved ones in the UK.

Asylum

Shoaib's assistance in asylum cases can include preparing and lodging the asylum claim. He can help clients gather and present evidence to support their claims of persecution, ensuring their cases are as compelling as possible. He can accompany asylum seekers to asylum interviews and prepare witness statements etc to help the client explain their situation. If an asylum application is refused, he can assist clients in appealing the decision and pursuing legal remedies to secure asylum status including in court.

Immigration Bail

Shoaib is a specialist in cases involving immigration detention and bail. In 2012, he personally represented in court and secured release of a client detained under immigration powers for more than 5 years in aggregate, considered to be one of the longest periods of immigration detention in the country. In bail-related matters, Shoaib can help clients who have been detained, advocating for their release on bail so they can continue any ongoing legal proceedings outside of detention. Shoaib can help clients understand and fulfill the conditions of their bail, such as attending court hearings or reporting to the Home Office. He can ensure that clients' due process rights are upheld during bail proceedings, preventing unlawful or excessive detention.

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As a barrister and solicitor-advocate, Shoaib stands at the forefront of SMK Law Solicitors, channeling his expertise into championing human rights. With a profound academic foundation in law, both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Shoaib embarked on his journey in immigration and human rights law back in 2004. His impact reverberates through cases handled at every tier, including the prestigious European Court of Human Rights.

A familiar face in the media, Shoaib brings legal insights to the public sphere, lending his voice to prominent platforms such as the BBC and various UK and international channels. He’s not just a commentator; his written pieces grace the pages of esteemed national and global newspapers and magazines. When the world seeks clarity on legal matters, Shoaib is the sought-after source, regularly approached for commentary on pressing legal issues.

Shoaib M Khan isn’t merely a human rights solicitor; he’s a force driving change, enlightening audiences, and tirelessly advocating for justice in an ever-evolving legal landscape.

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Contact Shoaib

Shoaib is happy to be approached for media comment and to receive invitations to speak at legal and public events. Please use the form or contact him on Twitter or LinkedIn.

For legal advice on immigration or human rights cases, you can contact him on 0208 577 4101 or shoaib@smklaw.co.uk

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