Meet Our Team

Sue Evans

I am an experienced administrator and qualified book-keeper who has worked within the legal sector for approximately 16 years.

I am a fellow of the International Association of Book-keepers and a member of the Institute of Legal Finance and Management.  I became a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management after passing the ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership & Team Skills in September 2017

I began my career in banking and then moved into administration and book-keeping following the birth of my first child.  I have managed offices and practiced book-keeping for the last 24 years including setting up and successfully running my own book-keeping business.   In my previous employment I worked as the office and accounts manager for over 5 years.

I was born and raised in Oxford and moved to Wales with my family 20 years ago.  I am a proud mother of three, all of whom have now fled the nest.  I also have one small granddaughter who consumes most of my spare time.  However, if I do get a quiet moment I enjoy reading and silence!

Louise Fenney

Specialising in Immigration and Asylum matters, I am accredited to Level 2 Supervisor of the Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme. I am very pleased to have been named as a Recommended Lawyer in Legal 500 2019.

My experience ranges from initial applications, to matters before the Immigration and Asylum Chamber (First Tier and Upper Tribunal), to applications to the Upper Tribunal for Judicial view (including emergency interim relief) and Court of Appeal.

I have a particular interest in asylum applications, made by those who are the victims of trafficking, and other gender related claims.

I have experience with the National Referral Mechanism (NRM), from referring a potential victim of trafficking for assessment through to challenging an unreasonable conclusive grounds (final) decision.

I am pleased that I have been able to contribute towards research on the subject of trafficking for sexual exploitation in hope that victims will be identified more easily and receive better support in the future.

I have had a large amount of success in applications for indefinite leave to remain on the basis of domestic violence.

Away from the office I still enjoy a challenge, usually in the name of charity. Some of my efforts include a 26 mile trek from Stonehenge to Avebury on behalf of Alzheimer’s Society and the Cardiff Half Marathon for Macmillan.

I am a second dan in Kyokushinkai Karate, which I obtained in 2018 having returned to training after a long period of absence.

Shahnaz Nowaparast

I am a Level 2 Accredited Supervisor under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme.

I specialise in Asylum, Immigration and Human Rights. I have excellent knowledge and expertise in this area of law.

I was named as a recommended lawyer in the 2017 edition of the legal 500.

I regularly represent clients before the Immigration and Asylum Chamber in both the First Tier and Upper Tribunal. I have vast practice in lodging applications for Judicial Review, including applications for interim relief such as urgent injunctions.

I work closely with Domestic Violence support organisations and have an exceptional success rate in applications for indefinite leave to remain for victims of domestic abuse.

I pride myself in the attention to detail and care I give to all of my clients who also include minors, vulnerable persons and victims of torture.

I am proud to have an excellent reputation for achieving client goals in both Immigration and Asylum matters.

Outside of work, my favourite thing to do is enjoy family time with my husband and our beautiful little girl.

Mandy Gould

I am a qualified Solicitor and Supervising Senior Caseworker accredited under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Scheme.  I obtained my degree in Law and French at Cardiff University in 2010.

I have extensive experience dealing with asylum and immigration matters and regularly provide representation at the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal.

Sohail Ibrahim

I am an Immigration Solicitor accredited under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Scheme as a level 2 Supervising Senior Caseworker. I have a wealth of knowledge, experience and advise on all complex matters relating to UK immigration, asylum, deportation, domestic violence and EU Law.

I have experience in all entry clearance applications and in-country applications relating to Family Life, Discretionary Leave, Citizenship, Tier 2, Tier 4 and settlement applications.

I regularly prepare Asylum and Human rights appeals, preparing applications to the Home Office, lodging appeals in the First-Tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal.

Away from the office I enjoy spending time family and friends, playing football and squash as well travelling and reading.

Zakiya Miah

I have over 3 years of knowledge and experience in dealing with a wide range of private immigration matters, ranging from entry clearance applications, Judicial review, and preparing for in-country appeal matters.

At present I am training towards gaining accreditation under the IAAS.

My hobbies outside of work include keeping fit, health and beauty, socialising with friends, and helping the community.

Zeshan Sadiq

I am an Immigration Solicitor and am an accredited Level 2 Senior Caseworker under the Law Society scheme. I joined the team at NLS Solicitors in July 2019.

I currently assist in all aspects of Asylum claims, Appeals, Entry Clearance, Family Reunion, Leave to Remain, Settlement and Citizenship applications.

I pride myself in going above and beyond for my clients.

Outside of work I am secretary of the Cardiff Midweek Cricket League and enjoy playing local football as well as going travelling.

Lauren Evans

I am a Level 2, Senior Caseworker under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme and have expertise in entry clearance, family reunion, leave to remain, settlement and citizenship applications.  I also deal with asylum matters at both application and tribunal levels.

I am organised and pride myself on paying close attention to detail.

Shirin Gheissary

I have been working at NLS Solicitors for over 4 years now, I started as an administration assistant and have developed a passion for immigration law. I built up a strong relationship with our clients during this time and I am now on the road to becoming an immigration caseworker.

I have already received numerous successful application decisions and am very eager to keep learning the complex immigration law.

I am married and a mother of three beautiful children, so my spare time is filled with lots of family fun, our favourite pastime is having long beach walks together.

Patrick Howe

I am a qualified Level 2 Supervising Senior Caseworker under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme.

I have 9 years experience in asylum, immigration, deportation and EU law and offer a wide knowledge about all areas above.

I offer impeccable client care to all my clients and take pride in helping anyone that instructs me.

In my personal life I enjoy playing golf and going to the cinema

Farhin Qayum

I am an LLB Law graduate, I earned my degree from the University of South Wales in 2015. After completing my studies, I gained legal experience from insurance & conveyancing firms before joining NLS Solicitors 3 years ago.

I am accredited by the law society as a level 1 Casework Assistant accredited under the Law Society Immigration and Asylum Scheme, and I am currently preparing for my level 2 accreditation.  At NLS Solicitors, I deal with a variety of Immigration and Asylum matters both private and legal aid.

Outside work, I like travelling and I enjoy quality time with my family. I am a proud mother to a beautiful girl.

Alex Brown

I have been working in NLS since Feb 2020,  initially starting as an Administration Assistant.

I have now moved on to a new role as Accounts Assistant and I am enjoying learning and progressing in the role.

In my spare time I enjoy playing football and going to the gym.

Keavy Evans

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Lyndsey Gaza

With 12 years of experience working in Administration under my belt, I pride myself on providing the best customer service I can, ensuring your visit to our office is warm and welcoming and your needs are meet to the best of my ability.

Nicola Harris

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Sarah Herbert

Shakira Thomas

After an enjoyable 6 years working in retail, I decided I was ready for a new challenge and wanted to find a long-term career.  I have been working at NLS for 2 years.  After starting as an Administration Assistant I am now enjoying learning new things and developing new skills as a Casework Support Assistant.

I love travelling in my free time and I am interested in learning about different cultures and religions.