About Me
I began my practice as a barrister in 2020. Prior to this, I was a qualified Solicitor with Higher Rights of Audience in Family and Civil Litigation. I did not have a planned career path, but soon found myself drawn to Family, Commercial and Civil law. I also consult at times on White Collar Criminal Defence. All these years later, this is how it has stayed. Based in London, I appear in courts all over the United Kingdom but regularly represent clients in many countries abroad as well, especially the Middle East, as a native Arabic speaker.
My chosen areas of practice stemmed from the sense of satisfaction and achievement I feel when helping people who find themselves in difficult situations. What a privilege it is to have the opportunity to help, so, in my spare time, I run regular pro-bono clinics to help people with limited or no means to pay for representation. I am also a trustee of two charities I co-founded, one of which is focused on interfaith giving members a safe place so that they may socialise and learn and to encourage the youth to get off the streets and give to them purpose. Some of the campaigns ran by my charities include food drives for the less advantaged, winter drives for the homeless, and gifts to children in hospitals on Christmas Day.
I am blessed with an outstanding family. The latest addition is the wonderful Pongo the West Highland White Terrier. We go for long walks and discuss Life and Law. He loves playing ball, but after chasing it down, treats it as a bone.
Before law, I was a less fancy investment banker at a top tier global bank. I worked a lot with numbers and did some modelling too. Financial modelling that is, not the cat walks. I worked with leveraged portfolios and coverage. I also originated financial packages of over $50m each. Most of my clients were FTSE 100 and FTSE 250.
I read law at City University of London and completed a second banking bachelors at The London Institute of Banking and Finance. I then continued my postgraduate master’s in Business and Law at the University of Law. I have an ambition of completing a PhD on the suitability of the British Constitution for a 21st century democratic state. I have been invited as a guest speaker at the University of Cambridge and I am also an accredited Mediator in Civil and Commercial Mediation. Most recently, I have embarked on a Diploma in International Arbitration.
When I do ever get some spare time, I am a keen and experienced scuba diver and love exploring the underworld. I also enjoy reading, writing, travelling and horse riding. I am also a member of the following organisations:
- Financial Service Lawyers Association
- Institute of Financial Services
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
- Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment
- Middle Temple’s Young Barrister’s Association
- International Association of Young Lawyers
- Family Law Bar Association
- International Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- The Bar Standards Board
- The Law Society
- The Society of Mediators
Practice Areas
Civil Disputes
- Claims for loss and damages arising from breach of contract
- Property ownership claims arising from disputes over trust or contract
- Landlord and tenant possession claims
- Urgent injunctive reliefs
- Professional negligence claims against architects, legal professionals or contractors
- Committal proceedings
- Personal insolvency matters
- Loan agreements
Chancery and Commercial Litigation
- Commercial contacts disputes
- Commercial lease disputes
- Enforcement and removal of restrictive covenants
- Property related share purchase agreements
- Commercial fraud
- Freezing injunctions
- Enforcement of non-compete and non-disclosure agreements
- Libel/Slander
- Shareholder rights and director duties
- Partnership disputes
Family Law
- Family finance
- Private children law
- Public children law
- International family law
- Injunctions, including occupational orders and non-molestation orders
- Child abduction
Crime
- White collar crime
- Proceeds of crime
- Investigations
- Fraud
- Money laundering
- Asset recovery
- Motoring Offences
Recent Cases
M v MRepresenting the wife in complex and multi-jurisdictional financial remedies proceedings including asset dissipation and undervaluation.
G v GSuccessfully represented a wife in an enforcement application against her former husband and securing an award in damages and costs.
W v HInstructed to represent the Claimant on a non-molestation order and Children Act proceedings involving a s91(14) barring order.
P v AInstructed as counsel to represent the Applicant in a complex private law proceedings involving covert recordings, kidnap, abduction, terrorism, rape and other serious allegations in a 4-day fact-finding hearing resulting in no findings being made against the Applicant and a Lucas Direction made against the Respondent wife.
AD v ATActing for a wife in complex proceedings involving undisclosed international assets and the valuation of several businesses.
TPGL v MobiHub GMBHInstructed to represent the Defendant in a multi-million pound cross-border multi-jurisdictional investment and share purchase agreement.
5KIPBInstructed to draft, negotiate and represent the Directors in a multi-million pound share purchase agreement of an Special Purpose Vehicle 426-unit property investment in England.
Meghjee v BW FoundationActing for the Claimant in an application to seek an emergency injunction to prevent double-tier burials in an Islamic Cemetery during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
R v FSuccessfully defended a motorist on an aggravating charge of careless driving obtaining a full acquittal and costs following a 1-day trial.
R v AInstructed as counsel to advise on a large and complex money laundering and criminal property charge under POCA resulting in the client’s full acquittal after a three-day jury trial in the Crown Court
R v PInstructed as counsel to advise on a complex sexual assault charge resulting in the client’s full acquittal after a one-day jury trial in the Crown Court
Smykov v SmykovaSuccessfully defended a former spouse in trespass proceedings brought by her former husband in relation to the former matrimonial home after a four-day trial before Circuit Judge. A favourable resulting trust was established.
Al-Batti v Kaddam and AbbasInstructed to represent a trustee in a defended application under s.14 and s.15 TOLATA 1996
Liu v MobiCycle OUInstructed to represent the Defendant in contentious and complex trespass proceedings brought by an international claimant.
Testimonials
Z.H (Client)
“Saad is a legendary performer in court and never takes no for an answer. He always puts his heart and soul into the cases he represents and goes the extra mile for his clients. His calm and composed demeanor is excellent in getting the point across articulately and effectively. I would highly recommend.”
D.J (Client)
“Saad is an extraordinary character in court with confidence and brilliance in advocacy and cross examination. He always puts his clients first and goes above and beyond to support his clients. An example of this is when he joined an urgent hearing for me remotely whilst on a family vacation! I very highly recommend his brilliance!”
Jai Stern (Professional)
“An amazing articulate and magnificent advocate! I have instructed Saad on many complex cases that would otherwise seem impossible. He is a very skilled and quick-witted advocate who does not shy from a challenge. His client care is excellent and clients absolutely love him. His dedication to the client and commitment to the case is immeasurable. When he’s on his feet in court he’s on fire – the judges see it, the clients know it and the witness on the stand feels it. He is a master at the art of advocacy. It is a privilege and honour to work with him. Thank you Saad for all that you do.”
S.A (Client)
“Saad is very technical and logical in his ways. He has great ideas, superb negotiation skills, and thinks very well on his feet and under pressure. I would highly recommend Saad as an outstanding barrister.”
Adam Bernard (Professional)
“Saad is a great barrister, it is a pleasure to instruct him on cases with reassurance that the client is in good hands. Every client that we have worked with has requested for Saad’s services again, he ensures that clients are well taken care off with positive outcomes.”
Mobi Hub International (Client)
“Amazing person to work with, good eye for detail. We‘re very thankful for the amazing services we‘ve received from Saad, he is very accessible and will always go the extra mile for you”
Z.K (Client)
“My heartfelt appreciation for the outstanding legal services provided by Saad Karim. From our initial consultation to the successful progress of the case, Saad Has demonstrated unparalleled professionalism, kindness, and honesty in his advice and work. Throughout the legal process, he has exhibited a rare blend of legal expertise and genuine empathy. His ability to communicate complex legal matters in a clear and understandable manner was truly commendable, making me feel reassured and confident in his even when representation. What sets Saad apart is his unwavering commitment to honesty and transparency. In an industry where integrity can sometimes be elusive, his exemplifies the highest ethical standards. I felt heard and understood, and his guidance was instrumental in achieving a positive outcome. In a legal landscape where finding such a combination of competence and compassion is rare, Saad stands out as a beacon of excellence. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation and extend my sincere gratitude for his exceptional service.”
A.K (Client)
“Saad advised us on our intellectual property rights and how to reduce the likelihood of infringement and register them for protection globally. He also drafted mutual NDA’s and negotiated agreements on our behalf. Saad is an outstanding negotiator and thinks outside of the box to reach the best outcome for his clients. He is very diligent, professional and savvy in his approach and has honed his skills to become an excellent barrister. Thank you Saad.”
Chaiiwala London (Client)
“Saad has been a key advisor to our business, advising us on corporate contracts, franchise agreements, commercial leases, and employment issues. His attention to detail, accessibility, excellent negotiation skills, and corporate acumen is exemplary. We highly recommend his services.”