Mr Arif Ashraf is a highly respected Barrister with 18 years’ experience, licensed for advocacy and litigation. He has a wealth of experience in Criminal Law, Immigration, Family Law, and Wills & Probate, providing strategic and results-driven representation. He is Direct Access qualified, accepting instructions from Solicitors and private clients. A tailor-made, bespoke legal service is available to meet the unique needs of each client.

Mr Ashraf has a proven track record in serious and complex criminal defence, representing clients in both Crown and Magistrates' Courts. His expertise includes:

- Serious & Historical Sexual Offences (including multi-handed child rape trials)

- Fraud & Financial Crime

- Violent Offences, GBH, and Assault

- Drug Offences & Conspiracy Cases

- Extradition & European Arrest Warrant Cases

- Domestic Violence & Coercive and Controlling Behaviour

He has successfully defended both privately funded and legally aided clients, ensuring strategic representation tailored to each case.

Mr Ashraf is highly experienced in Family Law, handling sensitive and high-value cases, including:

- Divorce & Matrimonial Finance Disputes

- High-Net-Worth Asset Division

- Spousal Maintenance & Financial Settlements

- Enforcement of Financial Orders

- Cases Involving Domestic Violence & Coercive Control

- Defence Against Allegations of Domestic Violence & Coercive Control

His litigation license enables him to represent clients throughout the legal process, ensuring practical and results-driven advocacy in all aspects of family law and financial relief.

With extensive expertise in Immigration & Human Rights Law, Mr Ashraf has successfully handled cases involving:

- Asylum & Human Rights Applications

- Deportation & Removal Challenges

- Spouse & Family Reunification Visas

- Entry Clearance & Visa Appeals

- Judicial Reviews Against Home Office Decisions

- Bail Applications for Immigration Detainees

- Work Permits & Skilled Worker Visas

- Student Visas & Study Route Applications

His work covers private, corporate, and asylum-related immigration matters, ensuring clients receive expert legal guidance and representation in complex immigration issues.

Mr Ashraf provides expert guidance in Wills & Probate matters, ensuring clients have comprehensive estate planning and legal protection. His services include:

- Drafting & Reviewing Wills

- Estate & Inheritance Planning

- Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

- Contested Wills & Probate Disputes

- Grant of Probate & Administration of Estates

- Inheritance Act Claims

With a meticulous approach, Mr Ashraf ensures that clients’ assets are protected and distributed in accordance with their wishes, providing tailor-made estate planning solutions.

Mr Ashraf is known for clear, practical, and results-driven legal advice, backed by strong advocacy and litigation skills. A tailor-made bespoke service is available, ensuring a personalised legal approach to each case. Conferences can be arranged in person, by phone, or via video call at short notice.

Languages spoken: Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati.

📞 Contact Ashraf Law at 0161 442 8900 for expert legal advice.