Many people are unaware that following key changes in the law in 2004, members of the general public seeking legal advice or representation of any kind can now instruct a Barrister directly, without the need to first engage the services of a Solicitor.
As a barrister based in London, I can be instructed directly on any matter which falls into my specialist areas; these include:
Business to business fraud
Business-to-business fraud is a major focus for regulatory bodies like the Serious Fraud Office (SFO). Investigations or civil claims can severely damage your professional and personal reputation, and even threaten your freedom. Prosecutors and claimants often have significant preparation time and use tactics like Search Orders and Asset Freezing Orders to intimidate. My extensive experience in defending fraud cases is crucial for those facing these challenges.
Advertising and marketing law and investigations by the Advertising Standards Authority
Being accused of misleading advertising is a serious risk faced by organisations, especially in the sphere of online advertising and influencer marketing. I can provide expert advice, opinion, and representation on complying with advertising regulations, GDPR compliance in direct marketing, and defending accusations of misleading or offensive advertising.
Account Freezing Orders, Forfeiture and Cash Detention
Account Freezing Orders (AFOs) can have a serious impact on your personal or business life. Without access to a bank account, either in person or online, your direct debits and standing orders will be cancelled alongside any ATM / card access being blocked. We can help you make an application to unblock bank accounts and access funds for specific purposes.
Health & Safety
Health and safety prosecutions are now significantly more costly, with fines escalating sharply in recent years. Furthermore, judges are now more likely to impose custodial sentences for gross negligence manslaughter. I offer immediate first-response assistance in the event of a health and safety incident, expert guidance during HSE investigations and interviews under caution, strategic advice on pleas, and robust representation for you and your organization if prosecution occurs.
Professional disciplinary proceedings for accountants, solicitors, and dentists
Professional disciplinary proceedings can be incredibly disruptive, impacting both your peace of mind and business focus. I can alleviate this burden by providing strategic advice and expert representation throughout the process, including interviews and office searches. Early legal intervention is crucial in regulatory inquiries, and I often succeed in halting investigations before they escalate, minimising lost productivity, stress, and reputational harm.
Financial regulatory investigations (FCA, SRA, HMRC etc.) and internal investigations
Regulator information requests and regulatory investigations can lead to expensive, reputationally disastrous prosecutions. I can provide an emergency response, assist with eDiscovery to extract the information required to satisfy regulatory requests (but ensuring not too much is delivered which may trigger an investigation), be present at interviews under caution, and manage internal investigations where anomalies have been discovered. I will take the stress off your shoulder, providing you with the confidence you have an experienced barrister dealing with the matter and protecting your best interests.
Road traffic law
If you have clocked up too many points on your licence or are facing a serious charge such as drink driving or careless driving causing death, I will provide a robust, direct defence on your behalf. I understand your career and reputation may be seriously at risk; therefore, I will provide tactical advice on how to plea and examine the behaviour of law enforcement officers and take advantage of any procedural errors which may lead to charges against you being dropped.
Funding
Most of my clients instruct me on a private basis; however, in limited circumstances I will accept legal aid instructions.
Saving costs by instructing me directly
Instructing a barrister directly under the public access scheme rather than through a solicitor can lead to significant cost savings. For a start, you are paying for one lawyer, not two. Also, because barristers are independent and therefore generally have fewer overheads than solicitors, their rates are often considerably lower. In addition, by instructing a barrister directly, you can negotiate the significant benefit of agreeing fixed fees for specific pieces of work, such as the giving of advice or legal opinion, managing an investigation and/or representing you in court.
How to make contact
We can support you wherever you are based and understand that you will want urgent legal advice and assistance.
To discuss your circumstances and for a quote for legal representation, please contact us on 020 7036 0200. Alternatively, you can use the contact form or WhatsApp link for urgent legal advice. To book an appointment for a discussion, you can also email Tanveer directly on tanveer@tqlegal.co.uk and he will get back to you as soon as possible.
Brilliant firm, that will see with you the truth of your matter even when you are being persecuted by others unfairly.
Do not worry you have got the support you need TQ Legal is the best.
Vasyl Bychkov
2024-03-04
I am very satisfied with the work of the lawyer and the firm.
I’ve received full support and assistance in the legal process. Where Mr. Qureshi and the team showed a high level of professionalism, developed analytical and logical abilities, attention to detail and all other attributes that only true lawyers possess. He was always in touch, conducted productive consultations, clearly worked out the necessary documentation, skillfully and masterfully spoke in court.
I am very pleasantly impressed by decency, a high sense of responsibility and a heightened sense of justice and honesty. He managed to achieve the best possible outcome in a very unwanted situation and I’ll forever be grateful.
This is a top company and Mr. Qureshi deserve the best recommendations and the highest level of trust. I am very grateful that I had the opportunity to use such quality services.
Sincerely, Vasyl.
Wayne Clarke
2024-02-29
Where do start....... unfortunately I got myself into a situation where I found myself in court, I had previously instructed another Barrister but after being left feeling very uneasy I had TQ recommended to me and I have never looked back. TQ was amazing from the day I instructed him, he answered any questions I had and would always put my mind at rest. My case was a drawn out and complex but TQ broke it down and dealt with it accordingly.
My day in court was an uncomfortable one for me as you can imagine but TQ smashed it and got the best outcome possible. TQ I can not thank you enough.
Daniel Ionel Stefura
2023-05-17
NOT GUILTY in a highly complex court case related to fatality and employment where the evidences were not the most helpful.
Tanveer conducted my defence with the highest professionalism and efficiency in order to secure the correct jury verdict
Behnam Sheybani
2022-01-15
I was told by my solicitor when instructing Tanveer that he was brilliant, but he exceeded my expectations! He was a beacon of hope for me when my options seemed limited and the likelihood of being found not guilty of all charges against me seemed nigh to impossible.
Tanveer was able to successfully defend me from unjust accusations and I won my case a few days ago. I am a nervous person naturally, yet Tanveer’s
empathetic demeanour offered emotional support to me at all times throughout the process. Tanveer is a Barrister who knows the bundle and the facts in the case even better than the client himself, which I know is rare. His level of research in my case was impressive and his knowledge of the file was to a level that I felt the other side’s representatives were intimidated by his knowledge of the case and his brilliant arguments. Tanveer fully took control in the courtroom, and for me as his client, this subsided all my anger in being falsely accused, especially when my verdict was read out. My family and I will be forever grateful to Tanveer for putting in 100%. Tanveer is not cheap, but in my opinion, worth every pound.
Yaz M
2021-11-12
TQ was a ray of hope for my family at a time when our alternatives seemed to be dwindling. He is dedicated and professional to a high degree. In the midst of a complex scenario, he took up our case. Due to his commitment and compassion, our case was put back on track. TQ always strived to be the most efficient and helpful barrister. Even after office hours, he always responded to our questions and thoroughly described every phase of the case. He is honest and transparent! Someone who will undoubtedly go above and beyond for your case. Works quickly and effectively. TQ is definitely a fighter! He pays close attention to the smallest of details. TQ makes dealing with haughty people appear so simple!
During difficult circumstances, a very safe pair of hands. Without hesitation, I would always suggest TQ!
YOUSAF IQBAL
2021-10-27
TQ, is the name of someone who's touching perfection. He's clear head person with nothing ambitious. He's loud, clear, impactful, and extemely professional. I don't have words to explain the professionalism that he brings in. He has a firm standing both inside and outside the court. When you are on his side, you know that you are in safe hands. Legal fraternity around him respects, listen and seek his knowledge, and experience. I will never hesitate to refer Mr. Tanveer Qureshi to anyone who's unsure where to go for help in any legal matter, specially criminal. I have personally experienced his services as a lawyer in one the highest courts in the UK and I would never be able to Payback, how elegantly he managed the case. I still remember the first day of the case, he said "let's win this". This is the mindset you need when you are in deep trouble and I haven't seen anyone with the same passion anywhere near Mr. TQ. Summing up, he's passionate, dedicated, works into the detail, and put forward your version in a highly professional and impactful manner that seldom solicitors would be able to, when it matters the most. I wish him and all the team, best of luck for the future.
Accreditation & Memberships
HOW WE WIN
1TELL ME ABOUT YOUR SITUATON
Send me details of your case, including dates of any future hearings and previous court orders. I will assess your papers and review your situation.
2MEETING ME IN CONFERENCE
I will discuss your case in conference (in-person or video) and I will outline who & what action plans need to be put in place.
3CASE WORK
This is where I start to work my experience and knowledge. Relevant drafting, lodging skeleton arguments and attending court. I will also liaise with the other side and enter into negotiations where appropriate.
A MISTAKE MADE IN A MINUTE CAN RUIN YOUR ENTIRE LIFE.
Don’t wait until there is a knock on the door.
Brilliant firm, that will see with you the truth of your matter even when you are being persecuted by others unfairly.
Do not worry you have got the support you need TQ Legal is the best.
Vasyl Bychkov
2024-03-04
I am very satisfied with the work of the lawyer and the firm.
I’ve received full support and assistance in the legal process. Where Mr. Qureshi and the team showed a high level of professionalism, developed analytical and logical abilities, attention to detail and all other attributes that only true lawyers possess. He was always in touch, conducted productive consultations, clearly worked out the necessary documentation, skillfully and masterfully spoke in court.
I am very pleasantly impressed by decency, a high sense of responsibility and a heightened sense of justice and honesty. He managed to achieve the best possible outcome in a very unwanted situation and I’ll forever be grateful.
This is a top company and Mr. Qureshi deserve the best recommendations and the highest level of trust. I am very grateful that I had the opportunity to use such quality services.
Sincerely, Vasyl.
Wayne Clarke
2024-02-29
Where do start....... unfortunately I got myself into a situation where I found myself in court, I had previously instructed another Barrister but after being left feeling very uneasy I had TQ recommended to me and I have never looked back. TQ was amazing from the day I instructed him, he answered any questions I had and would always put my mind at rest. My case was a drawn out and complex but TQ broke it down and dealt with it accordingly.
My day in court was an uncomfortable one for me as you can imagine but TQ smashed it and got the best outcome possible. TQ I can not thank you enough.
Daniel Ionel Stefura
2023-05-17
NOT GUILTY in a highly complex court case related to fatality and employment where the evidences were not the most helpful.
Tanveer conducted my defence with the highest professionalism and efficiency in order to secure the correct jury verdict
Behnam Sheybani
2022-01-15
I was told by my solicitor when instructing Tanveer that he was brilliant, but he exceeded my expectations! He was a beacon of hope for me when my options seemed limited and the likelihood of being found not guilty of all charges against me seemed nigh to impossible.
Tanveer was able to successfully defend me from unjust accusations and I won my case a few days ago. I am a nervous person naturally, yet Tanveer’s
empathetic demeanour offered emotional support to me at all times throughout the process. Tanveer is a Barrister who knows the bundle and the facts in the case even better than the client himself, which I know is rare. His level of research in my case was impressive and his knowledge of the file was to a level that I felt the other side’s representatives were intimidated by his knowledge of the case and his brilliant arguments. Tanveer fully took control in the courtroom, and for me as his client, this subsided all my anger in being falsely accused, especially when my verdict was read out. My family and I will be forever grateful to Tanveer for putting in 100%. Tanveer is not cheap, but in my opinion, worth every pound.
Yaz M
2021-11-12
TQ was a ray of hope for my family at a time when our alternatives seemed to be dwindling. He is dedicated and professional to a high degree. In the midst of a complex scenario, he took up our case. Due to his commitment and compassion, our case was put back on track. TQ always strived to be the most efficient and helpful barrister. Even after office hours, he always responded to our questions and thoroughly described every phase of the case. He is honest and transparent! Someone who will undoubtedly go above and beyond for your case. Works quickly and effectively. TQ is definitely a fighter! He pays close attention to the smallest of details. TQ makes dealing with haughty people appear so simple!
During difficult circumstances, a very safe pair of hands. Without hesitation, I would always suggest TQ!
YOUSAF IQBAL
2021-10-27
TQ, is the name of someone who's touching perfection. He's clear head person with nothing ambitious. He's loud, clear, impactful, and extemely professional. I don't have words to explain the professionalism that he brings in. He has a firm standing both inside and outside the court. When you are on his side, you know that you are in safe hands. Legal fraternity around him respects, listen and seek his knowledge, and experience. I will never hesitate to refer Mr. Tanveer Qureshi to anyone who's unsure where to go for help in any legal matter, specially criminal. I have personally experienced his services as a lawyer in one the highest courts in the UK and I would never be able to Payback, how elegantly he managed the case. I still remember the first day of the case, he said "let's win this". This is the mindset you need when you are in deep trouble and I haven't seen anyone with the same passion anywhere near Mr. TQ. Summing up, he's passionate, dedicated, works into the detail, and put forward your version in a highly professional and impactful manner that seldom solicitors would be able to, when it matters the most. I wish him and all the team, best of luck for the future.
