Direct Access Barrister
Shabbir Merali
Direct Access Barrister
Shabbir Merali
Specialising in the provision of legal advice and representation in all UK immigration matters, Visatrek UK Immigration Barristers is a niche virtual and paperless legal practice collaborating with UK and international clients online in a digital space that is fast, interactive, and convenient. If we can do it, consider it done.
As consummate professionals, amidst one of the most complex, challenging, and ever-fluctuating areas of UK law, we have ensured that we continue to adapt and keep our finger on the pulse of the latest developments. Our client reviews online testify to an approach that is both client-centric and results-orientated, hence why our success rate has continued to soar and has further enhanced our well-earned reputation. Our working ethos is underpinned by three essential attributes. Honesty. Professionalism. Integrity.
Area of Law
Immigration, Asylum and Nationality
A consummate lawyer with over 20-years of legal experience specialising in every aspect of UK immigration and human rights law. Shabbir impresses with his dedication and passion to every case and is highly regarded for his ability to provide clear, coherent, and constructive legal advice and representation in a “no-nonsense” style. Acknowledged in his field as an eloquent, tenacious, and persuasive advocate and praised by both judges and peers alike for his diligence, incisive analysis, pragmatic judgement, and precise and potent legal submissions.
Called to the Bar in October 1998, Shabbir has justifiably forged a formidable reputation for his expertise and “legal know-how”, and results-orientated approach to winning cases whilst maintaining an exceptionally high and consistent success rate. As a confident, tactful, and articulate communicator, he is accustomed to working to tight deadlines in a pressurised legal environment and possesses excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills combined with strong organisational and analytical proficiency with a focus on first-class client care.
What sort of work do I do?
Visatrek UK Immigration Barristers specialise in the provision of legal advice and representation in business and personal UK immigration, asylum, nationality, deportation, detention, EU free movement, and human rights law cases. We offer four categories of service:
• Initial Consultation
• Full Consultation
• UK Visa Application (Preparation and Submission)
• UK Visa Appeal (Preparation and Representation)
Who do I work for?
Business and charitable organisations seeking to register as the holder of a Home Office Sponsor Licence and supporting prospective employees in Skilled Worker and related visa applications. Personal clients seeking advice from acquiring a UK visa from overseas, to acquiring visas for leave to remain, indefinite leave to remain, and Naturalisation as a British Citizen.