Park Square Barristers

Crime, Regulatory & Public

Crime

Uzma brings a wealth of expertise across various legal fields including regulatory law, mental health law, immigration and human rights.

Uzma is an experienced Grade 2 Criminal Prosecutor with a comprehensive background in all areas of crime, both prosecuting and defending, primarily in the Crown Court.

Regulatory

She prosecutes for local authorities and has a successful track record in handling cases of benefit fraud, environmental offences, health and safety offences, and consumer protection offences.

She has significant experience in regulatory law, particularly through her work with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). She frequently acts for the NMC in a wide range of hearings, including fitness to practice cases that involve serious alleged criminal offences and safeguarding issues. Her deep understanding of the regulatory frameworks and her ability to navigate complex legal processes ensure that she represents the interests of the regulator effectively.

Uzma has also represented healthcare professionals facing investigations for issues such as registration, professional competence, health concerns, and allegations of misconduct. She is adept at managing the intricate procedures of various health regulatory bodies, providing comprehensive legal support to ensure fair outcomes.

Mental Health Law

In her mental health practice, she regularly appears before mental health tribunals representing patients providing comprehensive advice and representation  for individuals subjected to compulsory powers under the Mental Health Act 1983, including detention in hospital leading to numerous successful outcomes for her clients in both the First-Tier and Upper Tribunals.

Immigration and Human Rights

Uzma has developed a broad practice base in immigration, asylum, and international human rights. Her significant experience includes managing the immigration department at a solicitors' firm. She is proficient in handling:

• Bail applications
• Asylum and human rights applications
• Deportation
• Entry clearance visas
• Settlement and British citizenship
• Adult dependant relative visas
• Student visas
• Short and long-term visit visas
• Sponsorship
• Appeals

Uzma frequently appears before the Asylum and Immigration Tribunals across the country, providing robust representation for her clients.

Fluent in Urdu, Punjabi, and Patwari, she consistently accepts instructions in these languages, ensuring accessible and effective communication with a diverse client base.

Direct Public Access

Uzma is authorised to accept instructions directly from the public. She works closely with her clients, offering written advice, consultations, and representation in court hearings, settlement conferences, and mediations. Her direct public access expertise allows her to provide comprehensive legal support without the need for intermediary solicitors.

Call 2004 2005 - 2012 Legal Adviser - Her Majesty's Courts and Tribunal Service

2012 Pupil at Watson Woodhouse Solicitors

2013 Employed Barrister, Watson Woodhouse Solicitors

2015 Tenant at Old Court Chambers

2020 Old Court Chambers merges with Park Square Barristers

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2003 Northumbria University Law LLB (Hons)

2004 Northumbria University, Bar Vocational Course