Zubair Ahmad KC

Zubair Ahmad KC

"He is one of these individuals who is effortlessly composed, very calm and compelling, but has the mastery of detail at his fingerprints. A great tactician in extraordinarily difficult cases."

Chambers UK 2024
Year of call: 1995 KC: 2019
For enquiries please call: 020 7353 5324 or email vcard cv save

Zubair Ahmad KC is widely recognised as a leading advocate in serious and complex crime and fraud. He represents professional clients in high profile and heavyweight criminal matters both at the investigation stage and at trial.

Zubair advises in cases involving professionals who are facing criminal and disciplinary proceedings arising in connection with their work such as fraud, corruption, serious professional misconduct and negligence.

A significant part of his work involves handling sensitive and controversial matters in the field of national security. He acts in high profile civil damages claims and judicial review proceedings in the High Court against the intelligence services and other Government departments.

Zubair accepts Direct Access instructions.

What others say:

“He is a phenomenal advocate with both broad and deep expertise.” – Chambers UK 2024 (Crime)

“He was very responsive, even at the police station stage, and his written work was exceptional.” – Chambers UK2024 (Crime)

“Totally involved in the detail of his cases, he’s measured,  pragmatic and the kind of person you want on your side.” – Chambers UK 2024 (Crime)

“He is one of these individuals who is effortlessly composed, very calm and compelling, but has the mastery of detail at his fingerprints. A great tactician in extraordinarily difficult cases.” – (Civil Liberties & Human Rights)

“Zubair has fantastic client care skills, is empathetic and really puts his clients at ease. He has a real attention to detail, is extremely focused and has a very calming disposition. His written work is also exceptional.” – Legal 500 UK 2024

“He is fantastically articulate and impresses with his tireless approach. He always fights for his clients.” – Chambers UK 2023

“Zubair is always extremely well-prepared, with an outstanding eye for detail. ” – Legal 500 UK 2023

“He goes into court knowing the papers inside out and backwards.” – Legal 500 UK 2022

“He grasps the complexity and details of a case thoroughly and easily. He’s an astute tactician and possesses all the skills you require in a barrister. He tirelessly pursues the best interest of your client.” – Chambers UK 2020

“He goes into court knowing the papers inside out and backwards.” – Legal 500 2020

“Unbelievably able, immensely knowledgeable and with very sound judgement too.” – Legal 500 2017

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