At GQS Solicitors, Ishfaq Qadir and Ahmer Sattar co-head the practice. The group  is recommended for its representation of clients who are being investigated and prosecuted by various law enforcement agencies such as the UK Border Agency, Trading Standards and the NCA. It continues to be instructed on numerous serious cases ranging from murder and drug conspiracies, to historical sexual abuse cases.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This is a boutique Solicitor's Firm dealing predominantly with high net-worth clients and fraud cases. Ahmer Sattar and Isfaq Qadir pride themselves on providing advice to their clients at times that suit the client and not themselves. They will travel the length of the country to meet a client in person.'

  • ‘They have a 'can do' attitude to all client requests. Mr. Sattar demands excellence from all the Barristers he instructs. He insists on the personal touch for all his clients. As such, he will very often appear at even minor hearings in a case to ensure his client's interests are fully respected.' 

  • ‘Two very experienced partners and a diligent, organised and capable solicitor running the Crown Court work. Together, an efficient and effective team.’

  • ‘Ahmer Sattar is patient, committed and highly capable.  Mr Sattar always made himself available to deal with any important issues arising.’

  • ‘Ahmer Sattar -very good at responding to issues. Provides a top notch service for both client and counsel.’

  • ‘GQS are an excellent firm that have maintained high standards of service to their fraud and general crime clients. Ishfaq Qadir is a star performer. He is completely committed to his clients and is immensely well organised. He is measured, professional and highly efficient.' 

  • ‘Excellent solid outfit providing very good services. Ishfaq Qadir is an excellent solicitor. Superb attention to his clients and provides exceptional support to counsel in court and with preparation. ’

  • 'A very professional, reliable and high-quality team. Working with Ishfaq Qadir is a pleasure. He is intelligent, personable and very thorough. Clients love him, and so do barristers.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ishfaq Qadir, Ahmer Sattar