Sara Sanderson

Sara Sanderson

Sara Sanderson

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Sara Sanderson

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Sara trained at Osbornes Solicitors and after qualification she worked there in the family department for 10 years before moving to Eskinazi & Co.

Sara has extensive experience in Family Law and in particular in Public Law children cases. Her previous caseload has included divorces, financial issues on divorce, injunctions, contact and residence disputes and representing both parents and children in care proceedings.

Having taken a career break to raise her young children Sara has recently joined Powell Spencer & Partners as a solicitor in the Family department. Her calm and organised approach mean that she is able to assist clients in often difficult and distressing situations.

@PSPLawUK

RT @JanetDaby Today I called on the Government to do more to help criminal legal aid solicitors. Despite the warm words from @MoJGovUK many smaller firms are struggling financially and Tory cuts are making this situation worse. My constituents deserve access to justice. @the_AYJ pic.twitter.com/ovf7m8F7l7

About 2 years ago from Powell Spencer's Twitter via Twitter for Android

Sara Sanderson

Director

Saloud joined Powell Spencer & Partners in August 2012 after graduating from Brunel University obtaining a first class degree in Economics. Saloud became a Partner in 2018.
Saloud is a qualified Costs Lawyer and leads the firm’s internal costs drafting and costs litigation department, ranging from legal aid to private client.

In recent years Saloud has established a very successful client base and receives instructions ranging from Top 100 firms to Sole Practitioners. Saloud specialises in legal aid costs and provides a wealth of experience with preparing claim forms, drafting bill of costs, complex high cost case plans, points of dispute and replies and advising on general billing procedures.

Saloud is a member of the Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL).

Saloud was appointed to the Legal Aid Agency's Review Panel as an Independent Costs Assessor in August 2021.

Professional Testimonials

Saloud is our cost draftsman and he has made a massive difference to the efficiency of this practice and my day to day working life! He has extensive knowledge of criminal legal aid billing and has been able to guide and advise all our staff in this area. He is easy to approach and friendly as well as incredibly efficient and hardworking. He provides an excellent level of service to our firm. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

 

Shila Kesvari, Partner Of Edward Fail, Bradshaw & Waterson

Saloud Zaman receives my instructions in respect of preparing my criminal and prison law bills which are submitted to the Legal Aid Agency for assessment and payment. I would describe Saloud as having an encyclopaedic knowledge of the rules and guidance in respect of billing files correctly in accordance with the provisions as set out under the Legal Aid contract. Saloud's approach has always been professional yet approachable as he always provides solid and clear advice as and when required. Saloud is also exceptionally hardworking and very diligent. He provides a professional service throughout and comes highly recommended.

 

Semin Taner, Associate Of Russell-Cooke Solicitors

I have no hesitation in recommending your services and am grateful for your knowledge, diligence and thoroughness in costing my files.

 

Simon Grove, Partner Of JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors

I have instructed you to provide cost drafting services for my firm for over 18 months. Almost all the files I have sent you have been legally aided care cases. I have allowed you access to my firm's CCMS account to enable you to prepare and submit bills. I have been satisfied with the work you have done and continue to instruct you. I am a partner in my firm and have been a solicitor for over thirty years.

 

— Maurice Guyer, Partner Of Vickers & Co Solicitors

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Accreditations

© 2020 Powell Spencer & Partners. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Registration No. 57736).

Partners: Greg Powell, Zaman Legal Services Ltd (Directors: Sinead Zaman, Saloud Zaman)

All payments are made in Pound Sterling (£ GBP)

Kelvin Mowatt

Kelvin Mowatt

Kelvin Mowatt

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Kelvin Mowatt

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Kelvin has an extensive background in criminal litigation with clients facing prosecution for serious offences including burglary, serious assault (GBH), drugs supply and firearms possession.

Kelvin’s successes have been won in the Magistrate’s, Crown and Appellate courts. A notable recent case saw his client secure an acquittal in respect of 3 counts of assaulting a police officer. The defendant had in that case been arrested for suspected firearms offences as a high profile gang member. The instruction of an expert was crucial in challenging the injuries alleged by the complainant police officer and the expert’s findings supported a robust cross-examination of that witness at trial. Post-conviction successes include the case of a client who avoided a custodial term despite pleading guilty to a fraud valued at over £166,000 and another case where the mandatory minimum 3-year custodial term for domestic burglary was overturned at the Court of Appeal.

Kelvin regularly appears as an advocate in the London Magistrate’s Courts and his experience in these courts ensures an up to date awareness of the ever changing field of criminal law and makes him quick to identify potential defences and able to provide precise, tactical advice to clients.

An astute and effective police station representative Kelvin has experience providing robust pre-interview advice at the police investigatory stage. He regularly attends to represent clients accused of murder, fraud, drugs supply and firearms offences. The advice he has provided at this crucial pre-charge stage of proceedings has been pivotal in securing successful outcomes for clients. This includes the notable acquittal of a defendant at the Old Bailey who faced a life term of imprisonment for his involvement in gang related murder.

Kelvin has developed expertise in the highly technical area of road traffic law whilst working closely with the departmental head, Mark Troman. His successes in the road traffic courts relate to offences which include driving with excess alcohol, dangerous driving, speeding and ‘failing to give information as to the identity of a driver’ as the registered keeper of a vehicle. Kelvin’s successes in this field reflect a practitioner who understands the value of rigorous legal research and thorough consideration of a strategic approach. Kelvin understands the serious implications a driving disqualification can have on his clients.

Kelvin believes strongly that every individual facing prosecution should receive legal advice of the highest quality and his portfolio of successes are a testament to this ethos.

@PSPLawUK

RT @JanetDaby Today I called on the Government to do more to help criminal legal aid solicitors. Despite the warm words from @MoJGovUK many smaller firms are struggling financially and Tory cuts are making this situation worse. My constituents deserve access to justice. @the_AYJ pic.twitter.com/ovf7m8F7l7

About 2 years ago from Powell Spencer's Twitter via Twitter for Android

Kelvin Mowatt

Director

Saloud joined Powell Spencer & Partners in August 2012 after graduating from Brunel University obtaining a first class degree in Economics. Saloud became a Partner in 2018.
Saloud is a qualified Costs Lawyer and leads the firm’s internal costs drafting and costs litigation department, ranging from legal aid to private client.

In recent years Saloud has established a very successful client base and receives instructions ranging from Top 100 firms to Sole Practitioners. Saloud specialises in legal aid costs and provides a wealth of experience with preparing claim forms, drafting bill of costs, complex high cost case plans, points of dispute and replies and advising on general billing procedures.

Saloud is a member of the Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL).

Saloud was appointed to the Legal Aid Agency's Review Panel as an Independent Costs Assessor in August 2021.

Professional Testimonials

Saloud is our cost draftsman and he has made a massive difference to the efficiency of this practice and my day to day working life! He has extensive knowledge of criminal legal aid billing and has been able to guide and advise all our staff in this area. He is easy to approach and friendly as well as incredibly efficient and hardworking. He provides an excellent level of service to our firm. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

 

Shila Kesvari, Partner Of Edward Fail, Bradshaw & Waterson

Saloud Zaman receives my instructions in respect of preparing my criminal and prison law bills which are submitted to the Legal Aid Agency for assessment and payment. I would describe Saloud as having an encyclopaedic knowledge of the rules and guidance in respect of billing files correctly in accordance with the provisions as set out under the Legal Aid contract. Saloud's approach has always been professional yet approachable as he always provides solid and clear advice as and when required. Saloud is also exceptionally hardworking and very diligent. He provides a professional service throughout and comes highly recommended.

 

Semin Taner, Associate Of Russell-Cooke Solicitors

I have no hesitation in recommending your services and am grateful for your knowledge, diligence and thoroughness in costing my files.

 

Simon Grove, Partner Of JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors

I have instructed you to provide cost drafting services for my firm for over 18 months. Almost all the files I have sent you have been legally aided care cases. I have allowed you access to my firm's CCMS account to enable you to prepare and submit bills. I have been satisfied with the work you have done and continue to instruct you. I am a partner in my firm and have been a solicitor for over thirty years.

 

— Maurice Guyer, Partner Of Vickers & Co Solicitors

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Accreditations

© 2020 Powell Spencer & Partners. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Registration No. 57736).

Partners: Greg Powell, Zaman Legal Services Ltd (Directors: Sinead Zaman, Saloud Zaman)

All payments are made in Pound Sterling (£ GBP)

Puja Soni

Puja Soni

Puja Soni

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Puja Soni

Solicitor

Puja graduated from Queen Mary University in 2007 with LLB Honours and completed her Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School.

Puja is a Solicitor who has extensive experience in Family Law and Public Law children cases. Her current and previous caseload ranges from divorce to contact, residence applications, injunctions, Special Guardianship Order applications and representing relatives and parents in care proceedings.

Her knowledge of the legal aid system is exemplary. Her approach is to ensure matters are dealt with amicably where possible and ensuring that clients are kept regularly updated to obtain the best achievable result in all cases. She is a committed, hardworking and dedicated individual who strives to attain the best results for her clients.

@PSPLawUK

RT @JanetDaby Today I called on the Government to do more to help criminal legal aid solicitors. Despite the warm words from @MoJGovUK many smaller firms are struggling financially and Tory cuts are making this situation worse. My constituents deserve access to justice. @the_AYJ pic.twitter.com/ovf7m8F7l7

About 2 years ago from Powell Spencer's Twitter via Twitter for Android

Puja Soni

Director

Saloud joined Powell Spencer & Partners in August 2012 after graduating from Brunel University obtaining a first class degree in Economics. Saloud became a Partner in 2018.
Saloud is a qualified Costs Lawyer and leads the firm’s internal costs drafting and costs litigation department, ranging from legal aid to private client.

In recent years Saloud has established a very successful client base and receives instructions ranging from Top 100 firms to Sole Practitioners. Saloud specialises in legal aid costs and provides a wealth of experience with preparing claim forms, drafting bill of costs, complex high cost case plans, points of dispute and replies and advising on general billing procedures.

Saloud is a member of the Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL).

Saloud was appointed to the Legal Aid Agency's Review Panel as an Independent Costs Assessor in August 2021.

Professional Testimonials

Saloud is our cost draftsman and he has made a massive difference to the efficiency of this practice and my day to day working life! He has extensive knowledge of criminal legal aid billing and has been able to guide and advise all our staff in this area. He is easy to approach and friendly as well as incredibly efficient and hardworking. He provides an excellent level of service to our firm. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

 

Shila Kesvari, Partner Of Edward Fail, Bradshaw & Waterson

Saloud Zaman receives my instructions in respect of preparing my criminal and prison law bills which are submitted to the Legal Aid Agency for assessment and payment. I would describe Saloud as having an encyclopaedic knowledge of the rules and guidance in respect of billing files correctly in accordance with the provisions as set out under the Legal Aid contract. Saloud's approach has always been professional yet approachable as he always provides solid and clear advice as and when required. Saloud is also exceptionally hardworking and very diligent. He provides a professional service throughout and comes highly recommended.

 

Semin Taner, Associate Of Russell-Cooke Solicitors

I have no hesitation in recommending your services and am grateful for your knowledge, diligence and thoroughness in costing my files.

 

Simon Grove, Partner Of JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors

I have instructed you to provide cost drafting services for my firm for over 18 months. Almost all the files I have sent you have been legally aided care cases. I have allowed you access to my firm's CCMS account to enable you to prepare and submit bills. I have been satisfied with the work you have done and continue to instruct you. I am a partner in my firm and have been a solicitor for over thirty years.

 

— Maurice Guyer, Partner Of Vickers & Co Solicitors

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Accreditations

© 2020 Powell Spencer & Partners. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Registration No. 57736).

Partners: Greg Powell, Zaman Legal Services Ltd (Directors: Sinead Zaman, Saloud Zaman)

All payments are made in Pound Sterling (£ GBP)

Tina Donoghue

Tina Donoghue

Tina Donoghue

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Tina Donoghue

Solicitor

Tina joined Powell Spencer & Partners in 2003 after being called to the Bar in 2002. She later crossed qualified as a solicitor in 2008.

Tina has developed a practice in general crime encompassing a broad spectrum of offences in both the magistrates’ court and crown court. Her technical knowledge has seen her develop a particular specialism in confiscation and related proceedings under Proceeds of Crime Act within the firm.

Membership:

LCCSA
The Fraud Lawyers Association
Proceeds of Crime Lawyers Association
London Irish Lawyers Association

Client Testimonials

Tina, thank you for your clear advice and excellent preparation of my case.

 

— Anonymous

I would highly recommend Tina to anyone requiring legal advice/representation. I have been a client of Powell Spencer since 2012 and I have always found her to be exemplary in her conduct of business, quick to understand and extremely attentive to the smallest detail, which can make a huge difference to the outcome. Tina’s professionalism is second to none! First Class

 

— Anonymous

Tina, you have been there for me in our darkest days and will always be held in our hearts. I can honestly say without your help and support I don’t think I would be around today.

 

— Anonymous

Professional Testimonials

A committed solicitor with a keen eye for detail, impressive knowledge base (especially in financial crime and confiscation) and an ability to install trust and confidence in clients. You are always reassured that no stone is left unturned and that the case is fully prepared; she goes above and beyond for each and every client.

 

— Colin Witcher, Church Court Chambers, Legal 500

A committed solicitor with a keen eye for detail, impressive knowledge base (especially in financial crime and confiscation) and an ability to install trust and confidence in clients. You are always reassured that no stone is left unturned and that the case is fully prepared; she goes above and beyond for each and every client.

 

— Benjamin Hargreaves, Carmelite Chambers

Notable Cases

General Crime

R v K (Kingston Crown Court)

Conspiracy to commit robberies with four others. Client, who was of good character, successfully acquitted.

R v M (Blackfriars Crown Court)

Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and mobile telephones at HMP Pentonville.

R v S (Ipswich Crown Court)

A trial involving six defendants for offences of kidnap, false imprisonment, GBH, burglary and possession of a bladed article.

R v S-W (Norwich Crown Court)

Client successfully acquitted after trial of an offence of ABH on prison officer.

R v T (Isleworth Crown Court)

A trial involving four defendants for an offence of robbery. Successful acquittal after a five day trial. Our client was of good character.

Proceeds of Crime Act

R v M (Swansea Crown Court)

A particularly complicated and sophisticated fraud for an offence conspiracy to defraud, with an estimated value of over £5 million. Confiscation proceedings followed under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 where the Crown sought a Confiscation Order with a benefit figure of nearly £4,000,000.00. After considered litigation by Tina a Confiscation Order was agreed between the parties with a benefit figure of £1,100,000.00 and a Nominal Order of £1.00 made.

R v H (Isleworth Crown Court)

Fraud of £57,000 by a Barclays Bank employee. Client sentenced to a suspended sentence.

R v S (Harrow Crown Court)

Client faced four offences under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Proceedings were stayed for an abuse of process after legal argument.

R v O (The City of London Magistrates’ Court)

Client had £35,000.00 seized by the police. Contested forfeiture proceedings resulted in proceedings being discontinued.

R v R (WMC / RCJ)

Tina was instructed to represent a vulnerable defendant for enforcement proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Proceedings had been ongoing for a significant period prior to instruction. The original Confiscation Order involved overseas martial assets. Tina successfully applied for a Certificate of Inadequacy at the Royal Courts of Justice and a Variation Order at Wood Green Crown Court. The defendant was not subject to the default sentence being imposed.

R v B (Colindale Police Station)

Tina was instructed in a cash seizure investigation contrary to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Successful representation resulted in the return of the cash.

R v C (Blackfriars Crown Court)

Successful variation to a Confiscation Order dated 2010 from Blackfriars Crown Court where the client was found to have assets totalling £114,000.00. Tina was not the solicitor for the original proceedings but had accepted the referral instructions for the enforcement proceedings. Tina successfully applied for a Variation Order in the proceedings regarding the outstanding sum of £98,000.00 and the proceedings were discontinued.

R v K (CCC)

The defendant was subject to confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 before the crown court. The Crown sought a confiscation order with a benefit figure of £16,500,000.00 and available assets of £1,400.00 with hidden assets. After considered litigation by Tina a Confiscation Order was agreed between the parties of £1,400.00 and no hidden assets.

R v B (HCC)

The defendant was subject to confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 before the crown court. The Crown sought a Confiscation Order with a benefit figure of £1,300.000.00 and available assets of £314,000.00. After considered litigation by Tina and instructed counsel a Confiscation Order in the sum of £60,000.00 was agreed between the parties.

R v O (SCC)

The defendant was subject to confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 before the crown court. The Crown sought a Confiscation Order with a benefit figure of £661,000.00 and available assets of £103,000.00 with hidden assets. After a contested hearing an order for £50,000.00 was made which included a hidden assets figure of £40,000.00.

R v Q – Harrow CCL

The defendant was subject to confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Tina was not the solicitor for the substantive proceedings but accept instructions in the case. The Crown sought a Confiscation Order with a benefit figure of over £2.1 million and assets valued at £2 million. After considered litigation by Tina and counsel a Confiscation Order was agreed between the parties with a benefit figure of £22,000.00 and a Nominal Order of £1.00 was made.

@PSPLawUK

RT @JanetDaby Today I called on the Government to do more to help criminal legal aid solicitors. Despite the warm words from @MoJGovUK many smaller firms are struggling financially and Tory cuts are making this situation worse. My constituents deserve access to justice. @the_AYJ pic.twitter.com/ovf7m8F7l7

About 2 years ago from Powell Spencer's Twitter via Twitter for Android

Tina Donoghue

Director

Saloud joined Powell Spencer & Partners in August 2012 after graduating from Brunel University obtaining a first class degree in Economics. Saloud became a Partner in 2018.
Saloud is a qualified Costs Lawyer and leads the firm’s internal costs drafting and costs litigation department, ranging from legal aid to private client.

In recent years Saloud has established a very successful client base and receives instructions ranging from Top 100 firms to Sole Practitioners. Saloud specialises in legal aid costs and provides a wealth of experience with preparing claim forms, drafting bill of costs, complex high cost case plans, points of dispute and replies and advising on general billing procedures.

Saloud is a member of the Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL).

Saloud was appointed to the Legal Aid Agency's Review Panel as an Independent Costs Assessor in August 2021.

Professional Testimonials

Saloud is our cost draftsman and he has made a massive difference to the efficiency of this practice and my day to day working life! He has extensive knowledge of criminal legal aid billing and has been able to guide and advise all our staff in this area. He is easy to approach and friendly as well as incredibly efficient and hardworking. He provides an excellent level of service to our firm. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

 

Shila Kesvari, Partner Of Edward Fail, Bradshaw & Waterson

Saloud Zaman receives my instructions in respect of preparing my criminal and prison law bills which are submitted to the Legal Aid Agency for assessment and payment. I would describe Saloud as having an encyclopaedic knowledge of the rules and guidance in respect of billing files correctly in accordance with the provisions as set out under the Legal Aid contract. Saloud's approach has always been professional yet approachable as he always provides solid and clear advice as and when required. Saloud is also exceptionally hardworking and very diligent. He provides a professional service throughout and comes highly recommended.

 

Semin Taner, Associate Of Russell-Cooke Solicitors

I have no hesitation in recommending your services and am grateful for your knowledge, diligence and thoroughness in costing my files.

 

Simon Grove, Partner Of JD Spicer Zeb Solicitors

I have instructed you to provide cost drafting services for my firm for over 18 months. Almost all the files I have sent you have been legally aided care cases. I have allowed you access to my firm's CCMS account to enable you to prepare and submit bills. I have been satisfied with the work you have done and continue to instruct you. I am a partner in my firm and have been a solicitor for over thirty years.

 

— Maurice Guyer, Partner Of Vickers & Co Solicitors

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Accreditations

© 2020 Powell Spencer & Partners. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Registration No. 57736).

Partners: Greg Powell, Zaman Legal Services Ltd (Directors: Sinead Zaman, Saloud Zaman)

All payments are made in Pound Sterling (£ GBP)