Immigration Solicitor

Bina Chohan

years experience

Summary

Bina is a highly experienced solicitor with over 20 years of expertise in the field of Immigration Law, where she specialises in both personal and business immigration matters. Her expertise extends beyond immigration law to include Wills and Probate, offering a comprehensive range of services that cater to the diverse legal needs of her clients.

Bina’s multilingual skills further enhance her ability to serve a wide-ranging clientele. Fluent in Swahili, Hindi, and Gujarati, she is able to communicate effectively with clients from various cultural backgrounds, ensuring they feel comfortable and understood throughout the legal process. Her ability to bridge language barriers ensures that all clients have access to the highest level of legal expertise and support.

In addition to her legal work, Bina is deeply committed to community involvement. She actively participates in charitable activities, including tree planting initiatives, demonstrating her dedication to environmental sustainability and community service. This commitment to giving back reflects her broader values and her desire to make a positive impact both within and outside of the legal profession.

Admissions & Year Qualified

Bina was admitted as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 1999.

Employment History

Before founding her own practice, Bina gained valuable experience working for a financial institution in Africa, where she developed a strong understanding of the relationship between law and finance. Her business acumen was further demonstrated when she established the litigation department for a start-up UK law firm, highlighting her leadership and strategic planning abilities. Bina continues to maintain and grow business relationships with companies and law firms across Africa.

Education

LLB (Hons) – University of London
LPC – South Bank University/ University of North London
ACCA – Level 1 – Kenya

Career Highlights

Bina has made notable contributions to public legal awareness, including appearances on Zee TV where she provided valuable legal advice to a broad audience, demonstrating her ability to simplify complex legal issues. Recently, she won an appeal against the Home Office regarding an EU Settlement Application, securing an order for costs against the Entry Clearance Officer. Additionally, Bina successfully handled a Judicial Review on Human Rights for a Deportation Order at the Court of Appeal. She is also dedicated to representing vulnerable clients facing language barriers, ensuring access to affordable legal services in family applications and appeals.