Welcome to Awan & Co Solicitors

Expert Legal Advice You Can Trust

A leading full-service law firm in London with more than 20 years of experience — family, criminal, immigration, civil litigation, housing and employment law.

ABOUT AWAN & CO

Full-service solicitorsbased in London

Here at Awan & Co Solicitors, we pride ourselves on being the only full-service law firm in London that promises a good blend of expertise and experience. We offer legal services across a wide range of practice areas, and when it comes to litigation, you can trust us to help you move through that phase seamlessly.

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PRACTICE AREAS

Trusted legal servicesacross key practice areas

From family and criminal matters to immigration, civil litigation, housing and employment — our solicitors provide clear, practical advice at every stage.

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.

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Family Law

Family Law Solicitors Family disputes are personal and emotionally demanding. Whether you are separating, making arrangements for children, or resolving finances after divorce, sensitive and clear legal advice helps you move forward with confidence. Our family solicitors focus on practical outcomes that protect your interests and, where children are involved, prioritise their welfare. How We Can Help Divorce and civil partnership dissolution Financial settlements and consent orders Child arrangements and parental responsibility Domestic abuse injunctions and protection orders Cohabitation and separation agreements Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements Mediation support and court representation Children and Parenting Arrangements We help parents resolve disputes about where a child lives, how time is spent, and key decisions about education and welfare — aiming for workable arrangements and escalating to court only where necessary. Finances on Separation We advise on disclosure, negotiation, and fair division of assets, pensions, and income. Where agreement cannot be reached, we represent you in financial remedy proceedings. Speak to Our Team If you need family law advice, contact us for a confidential discussion. We will explain your options clearly and help you decide the best next step.

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Criminal Law

Criminal Defence Solicitors Being investigated or charged with a criminal offence is stressful and can have lasting consequences for your liberty, reputation, and future. Early specialist advice is essential to protect your rights from the outset. Our criminal defence solicitors provide discreet, robust representation at every stage — from police station interviews through to court proceedings and appeals. How We Can Help Police station advice and representation Magistrates’ and Crown Court defence Assault, theft, fraud, and drug offences Motoring and regulatory prosecutions Bail applications and remand hearings Sentencing advocacy and mitigation Appeals against conviction or sentence Police Station Representation What you say in interview can shape the entire case. We advise you before and during questioning, challenge improper procedure, and help you make informed decisions under pressure. Court Proceedings We prepare your defence thoroughly, test the prosecution case, and present mitigation where appropriate. Our focus is protecting your position while pursuing the best achievable outcome. Speak to Our Team If you have been contacted by the police or face criminal proceedings, contact us immediately. Prompt advice can make a critical difference to your case.

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OUR TEAM

Meet our dedicatedsolicitors and advisors

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20+ years

Malik Anwar Ahmed Awan

Director & Senior immigration advisor

Malik Anwar Ahmed Awan is the Director and Senior Immigration Advisor at Awan & Co Solicitors. With more than 20 years’ experience in UK immigration law, Malik Anwar Ahmed Awan provides clear, practical advice and representation across visas, settlement, nationality, human rights and complex casework.

As an OISC-regulated immigration adviser, Malik Anwar Ahmed Awan 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, Malik Anwar Ahmed Awan and the team at Awan & Co Solicitors will guide you from first instruction through to completion.

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TESTIMONIALS

What our happy clientssay about our service

5.0

“Awan & Co 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 Awan & Co Solicitors to anyone.”

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Sarah Mitchell

14 January 2026

5.0

“Awan & Co 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 Awan & Co Solicitors without reservation.”

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Manuel Escamilla

3 August 2024

5.0

“I am writing to thank Awan & Co 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 Awan & Co Solicitors to anyone who asks.”

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M Jenkins

21 September 2024

5.0

“Awan & Co 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 Awan & Co Solicitors again when I have to renew my visa.”

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S.C.

8 January 2025

5.0

“The school were put in touch with Awan & Co 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.”

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Sarah P, HR Manager

19 March 2025

5.0

“We were lucky to have found Awan & Co 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.”

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Rob and Quita B

2 May 2025

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