Salma Lalani

Sales Contact, Crime; family; regulatory, 1MCB

Work Department

Crime; Family; Regulatory

Position

Salma specialises mainly in criminal defence work and has developed a highly successful practice encompassing all areas of serious and complex crime.

A well respected leading junior highly sought after by solicitors who are impressed by her sensible, thorough and well balanced approach to often difficult matters.

She began her practice in family law and is also regularly instructed in regulatory work. Her mixed practice background gives her an edge in her approach to case strategy and client relations.

Legal 500 (2021): “Highly impressed by her meticulous case preparation, strong work ethic and excellent client care. Her approach is one of forensic preparation, precise cross-examination and passionate advocacy.”

"Salma is a dymanic advocate who will pursue her client's case and arguments unshrinkingly and until she achieves the best outcome available. We are impressed that she consistently delivers positive outcomes and with success."

Education

Bar Vocational Course – Inns of Court School of Law, London Diploma in Professional Legal Skills – City University, London LLB (Hons)  – City University, London BA (Hons) Sociology, University of Birmingham

Mentions

London Bar

Crime

LEADING JUNIORS2

Salma Lalani – 1MCB 'Salma is a very sound tactician and lawyer. She is very industrious and has a conspicuous ability to develop a rapport with clients. She displays a sound level of confidence and articulacy in her presentation of arguments and in questioning.'