Phone:

020 7247 8458

Address:

330 High Holborn, London WC1V 7QH

Email:

info@westminsterchambers.co.uk

About Us

Our aim is simple — to provide effective representation and sound legal guidance while achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.

About Westminster Chambers

Westminster Chambers is a specialist barristers’ practice regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB). Established in 2014, the Chambers is distinguished by its commitment to excellence, precision, and the delivery of exceptional legal representation.

Under the leadership of Barrister Ahmed Malik, Head of Practice, all matters are handled either personally or under his direct supervision. He is supported by a team of highly qualified lawyers and experienced administrative professionals, ensuring the highest standards of service at every stage.

The Chambers has a strong focus on civil litigation, with recognised expertise in family and children law, property and trust law, and immigration law. It also advises and represents clients across a wide spectrum of common law matters, delivering strategic, bespoke, and results-driven solutions tailored to each client’s objectives.

Ahmed Malik

Ahmed Malik is a specialist barrister, recognised for his strategic thinking, calm authority, and clear, effective advocacy. He advises and represents clients in complex matters, combining robust representation with practical, solution-focused guidance.

He appears regularly before courts and tribunals at all levels across England and Wales.

Profile Overview

Ahmed began his legal career as a solicitor in 1998 before being called to the Bar in 2008. In full-time practice as a barrister since 2010, he brings a broad, well-rounded perspective across both branches of the profession.

Solicitor Since

1998

Called to the Bar

2008

Full-Time Barrister

Since 2010

Jurisdiction

England & Wales

Family & Children

Ahmed specialises in all aspects of family law and is known for his measured, discreet approach in sensitive cases, alongside firm and focused advocacy.

  • Divorce and financial remedy proceedings
  • Division of matrimonial assets
  • Spousal maintenance claims
  • Disputes between unmarried or separating partners
  • Third-party interests in family assets
  • Child arrangements and prohibited steps applications
  • Parental responsibility and relocation disputes
  • Care proceedings
  • Domestic abuse cases, including Non-Molestation Orders
  • Adoption matters

He is highly effective in securing favourable settlements, particularly at Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) hearings.

Property & Trusts

Ahmed advises and represents clients in a broad range of property and trust-related disputes, with regular appearances in specialist courts and tribunals.

  • Residential and commercial landlord and tenant disputes
  • Possession proceedings
  • Service charge and housing disrepair claims
  • Planning enforcement matters
  • TOLATA and beneficial interest claims

He appears regularly in the County Court, High Court, and First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

Will & Probate

Ahmed has undertaken a substantial volume of work in both contentious and non-contentious wills and probate matters.

  • Inheritance Act claims
  • Contentious probate disputes
  • Non-contentious probate matters
  • Confidential advisory work
  • Court representation in probate-related proceedings

He has developed particular expertise in delivering discreet, confidential advice and effective representation at court hearings.

Immigration Law

Ahmed advises and represents clients across a range of immigration and public law matters, providing clear advice and strong representation.

  • Asylum and human rights claims
  • Deportation appeals
  • Bail applications
  • Visa and permission to stay applications
  • Citizenship and nationality matters
  • Judicial review proceedings
Ahmed Malik Barrister

Ahmed Malik

Ahmed Malik is a specialist barrister, recognised for his strategic thinking, calm authority, and clear, effective advocacy. He advises and represents clients in complex matters, combining robust representation with practical, solution-focused guidance.

He appears regularly before courts and tribunals at all levels across England and Wales.

Solicitor Since: 1998
Called to Bar: 2008
Barrister Practice: Since 2010
Jurisdiction: England & Wales

Family & Children

Specialist in family law with a discreet and strategic approach.

  • Divorce & financial remedies
  • Matrimonial asset division
  • Child arrangements & relocation
  • Domestic abuse cases

Property & Trusts

Handling complex property disputes and litigation matters.

  • Landlord & tenant disputes
  • Possession proceedings
  • Housing disrepair claims
  • TOLATA claims

Will & Probate

Experienced in probate and inheritance matters.

  • Inheritance Act claims
  • Probate disputes
  • Court representation

Immigration Law

Strong advocacy in immigration and public law.

  • Asylum & human rights
  • Visa applications
  • Judicial review

Our Expertise & Achievements in Legal Practice

At Westminster Chambers, we apply legal knowledge with precision and strategic insight to deliver effective, client-focused solutions. Our practice is built on experience, strong advocacy, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes across a wide range of legal matters.

12 +

Years of Barrister Practice

1000+

Cases Successfully Handled

95 %

Favourable Outcomes Achieved

OUR AIM

Our aim is straightforward: to deliver effective representation and clear, strategic legal guidance, focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients

Professional Help

We appreciate your trust. Our clients choose us because they know we’re the best.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our legal services, fees, and how to instruct us.

1. How can I instruct Westminster Chambers?

You can contact us directly by email with a brief outline of your matter. As a BSB-regulated practice, we are able to accept instructions in a similar manner to a firm of solicitors, including under the Public Access scheme where appropriate.

Yes. Under the Public Access scheme, you may instruct a barrister directly without engaging a solicitor. This can provide a more efficient and cost-effective route for legal advice and representation, depending on the nature of your case.

We specialise in civil litigation, with particular expertise in family law, Children Act matters, property and trust disputes, and immigration law. We also provide advice across a wide range of common law matters.

Fees are agreed in advance and may be charged on a fixed-fee basis, hourly rate, or as a brief fee with refreshers for hearings. The exact structure depends on the complexity and requirements of your case.

Timescales vary depending on the nature and complexity of the matter, as well as court availability. We will provide a realistic estimate at the outset and keep you informed throughout the process.

Yes. We provide advocacy and representation in courts and tribunals across England and Wales, ensuring your case is presented clearly and effectively.