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Sultana Tafadar

 

2005

Crime, Civil Actions Against the Police, International Law

A popular choice amongst lay and professional clients, Sultana's busy practice encompasses a wide range of serious offences including terrorism, homicide, serious violence, firearms, robberies, large-scale drugs and fraud. Whether as a led junior or experienced sole counsel in high profile and/or complex cases, she has a proven track record of achieving excellent outcomes. Combined with her exceptional background in human rights, international law and anti terror work, having worked for a number of leading NGOs prior to joining Chambers, she is well equipped to deal with cases which give rise to these issues. A dedicated defence advocate, she not only impresses with her skilful advocacy and sound legal judgement, but also provides unrivalled client care and is able to gain the trust and confidence of even the most the most difficult of lay clients.

Notable cases

Terrorism & Homicide

R v Farley (2010) Upcoming - Central CC. Led Junior in high profile case where defendant accused of the single punch manslaughter of Jade Defoe (the brother of Jermaine Defoe).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/8018192.stm

R v Waris Ali & Another (2008) - Leeds CC.(Operation///).
Led Junior where defendant accused of possessing ‘bomb-making manuals' and chemicals for the purpose of terrorism contrary to section 57 of the Terrorism Act 2000. He, allegedly planned to ‘blow up the BNP'. Unanimously acquitted of all three counts.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/bradford/7685636.stm

R v Shakil & Others (2008) - Kingston CC. (Operation Theseus)
Led Junior where defendant alleged to have been involved in the conspiracy to cause explosions with intent to endanger life - the 7/7 bombings of the London transport system.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/aug/01/july7.uksecurity

R v Brian Haw - She has been Counsel of choice for renowned Parliament Square protestor Brian Haw for a number of years.

 

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Qualifications

LLB (Hons)
LLM (Human Rights Law)

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