MTC Solicitors

We welcome the Home Office’s decision to revoke the deportation order following our Pre-Action challenge and the reporting by The Guardian. But revoking an order does not undo 17 years of suffering. Yesterday’s decision marks an important step, yet the historical injustice at the heart of our client’s case remains unresolved. For over 17 years, he has endured fear, detention, relentless uncertainty, exclusion from work and housing, and ultimately destitution. “The Home Office may revoke a deportation order, but it cannot give our client back 17 years of his life.” It cannot address the consequences of a potentially unlawful decision while our client’s outstanding Windrush compensation claim remains unresolved. We urgently call on the Home Office to expedite his Windrush application, fairly reconsider his claim, recognise the profound injustice he has suffered, and deliver the redress he has waited far too long to receive. Revoking the deportation order is not the end of justice. Our client deserves recognition, accountability and meaningful redress. Justice delayed for 17 years must not become justice denied. #Windrush #HumanRights #Justice #Accountability theguardian.com/uk-news/2026…

Today, our client Nelson said to me: “Naga, yuh different. Yuh a mi bwoy. Mi deal wid nuff solicitor dem before. When mi feel seh mi lose all mi hope, an’ mi fraid seh mi neva ago see mi pickney dem again, yuh come through fi mi. Yuh like one a wi man.” Those words are why this work matters. Sometimes, a last-minute legal intervention is the difference between a father seeing his British children again and never seeing them again. Last week, a last-minute injunction stopped our client’s removal to Jamaica. Today, on his third attempt, he was finally granted bail. He had been detained after the Court recently found that the Home Office’s imposition of a #GPS tag had been unlawful for over a year, in what was the first case of its kind. The Home Office had detained him as an alternative to imposing a GPS tag, after it had lost the case concerning the lawfulness of GPS tagging. Our client was detained without legal representation, facing removal from the UK and separation from his British children and partner. His previous representatives, and others who were approached to assist, had no capacity to continue. At the last minute, a charity approached me. Despite an already overwhelming workload, I said yes. Because sometimes, you simply cannot say no to a Jamaican father of British children who was facing separation from his family without access to justice. This was no ordinary case. It had previously reached the Court of Appeal. There were thousands of pages of documents, multiple decisions, and a complex procedural and factual history. And very little time. Removal was imminent. We acted urgently. Judicial review grounds were prepared under immense time pressure. After the injunction application was filed, the Home Office deferred his removal. That is why #judicialreview matters. It is a safeguard against the exercise of public power without proper scrutiny. Sometimes, it is the final barrier between a person and irreversible separation from their British family. There is a wider message here too. Jamaicans have been part of the British story for generations, contributing to Britain through music, literature, sport, culture and public life, while also serving and sacrificing in the British armed forces, including during both World Wars. They have also contributed to the fabric of British society, speaking English and raising families with deep British connections. Yet we continue to see #Jamaican nationals facing rushed removal, in which lawyers and activists must intervene at the last hour to ensure that justice has a chance to be heard. Speed must never come at the expense of justice. My sincere thanks go to Joseph Maggs for preparing outstanding judicial review grounds under immense time pressure; Mela Drozdowska for her excellent bail advocacy; and Ane and Pippa for their invaluable support. Access to justice is not an abstract legal principle. #AccessToJustice #JudicialReview #HumanRights #RuleOfLaw #PublicLaw. theguardian.com/uk-news/2026…

Yesterday, I had the immense honour of receiving the Stephen Denyer Award for Best Contribution by an Individual at the LawWorks Pro Bono Awards 2025. Stephen Denyer was a brilliant lawyer, a connector of people, and a global ambassador for our profession. His wisdom, generosity, and leadership shaped countless careers. Receiving the award from his daughter, and meeting his children, made the moment deeply personal. As a father to a five-year-old myself, it was profoundly moving. A huge thank you to LawWorks for the incredible work you do, truly inspiring. To all the nominees, there are no winners here; every single one of you is making an extraordinary contribution to society and our profession. Your commitment to pro bono work is invaluable. Pro bono work has shown me that the law is not just a profession, it is a tool for change. Every case, every story, every person I have met has left an imprint on my heart: •Survivors of domestic violence arriving in tears. •People trapped in immigration limbo for years, sometimes decades. •Families pushed into destitution, with children left hungry because systems failed them. I will never forget the young mother who arrived at my office, exhausted, fearful, and in tears. She had carried years of hardship silently, yet found the courage to reach out. That day, I realised the law is not just about winning cases, it is about showing up when someone’s life hangs in the balance. Through these experiences, I discovered the true meaning of purpose: standing beside someone when they feel invisible, helping them reclaim their dignity, and witnessing the courage of people who refuse to give up. These are not just cases, they are human lives. They remind us that justice is urgent, personal, and transformative. I didn’t start my career in law, I began in corporate banking, surrounded by numbers, targets, and deadlines. But I wanted my work to matter, to see lives change, and to connect with people in a meaningful way. To all young people and recent graduates: step forward. Take that first pro bono case. Use your skills, energy, and passion to stand with those who need it most. It may feel daunting, overwhelming even, but the impact you can make is enormous. The lessons you will learn, the gratitude you will witness, and the growth you will experience, as a lawyer and as a person, cannot be measured. Practical ways to get involved include contacting or visiting your local Citizens Advice Bureau, law centres, LawWorks, university legal clinics, Advocate, The National Pro Bono Centre and others. Every action, every case, every connection matters, each step you take can make a real difference. Pro bono work will teach you resilience, empathy, and courage. It shows the law is more than rules; it is a lifeline, a voice, and a shield for those who have none. Stand with those who cannot stand alone, and in doing so, you will not only change their lives, but your own. #ProBono #LawWorks #LegalCommunity #MakingADifference #JusticeForAll @MTC_Solicitors @TheLawSociety

After almost four decades in the UK, my client George has finally been granted Leave to Remain through our pro bono representation, from his fresh application to the Tribunal. His long struggle highlights the devastating consequences of previous poor legal representation, repeated Home Office errors, and the failure to recognise that he arrived before Nigerian visa requirements were introduced. Decades of uncertainty and unjust challenges to his credibility have now come to an end. George’s victory is a powerful reminder of the importance of ethical, client-focused legal representation and the vital role of pro bono work in ensuring justice for those who are marginalised or excluded, no matter their origin or the color of their skin. #ProBono #AccessToJustice #HumanRights #RuleOfLaw #Nigeria @MTC_Solicitors @TheLawSociety @Law_Works theguardian.com/uk-news/2025…

Our 82-year-old client has finally been granted UK settlement after 50+ years of separation from her British-born children caused by rigid immigration rules. She lost ILR after a short trip to Nigeria. ⁦@MTC_Solicitors⁩ #HostileEnvironment theguardian.com/uk-news/2025…

My client, a British citizen, is forced to live apart from her disabled husband after the Home Office refused a lawful English test exemption. Now the #ImmigrationWhitePaper plans to make it even harder. #KeepFamiliesTogether #DisabilityJustice theguardian.com/uk-news/2025…

I’m truly grateful to be recognised once again on the 2025 Pro Bono Recognition List for England & Wales. Congratulations to the 4,780 barristers and solicitors honoured for their unwavering dedication to improving access to justice by selflessly giving their time and expertise to those who need it most. Pro bono work is more than just legal service—it’s about standing with those who need support, building trust, and contributing to a fairer, more #compassionate society. It’s a privilege to assist #grassroots communities who might otherwise lack access to legal help. Proud to be part of a profession that is committed to justice for all, and excited to continue this meaningful aspect of my practice. @MTC_Solicitors @TheLawSociety @Law_Works @ProBonoCentre #ProBono #ProBonoRecognitionList #AccessToJustice.

After 50 years of uncertainty, my client Samuel has finally been recognized under the #Windrush policy.This long-overdue justice grants him security, stability, &dignity—along with access to essential services that should never have been denied. #Justice theguardian.com/uk-news/2025…

Refugee status granted to client and his partner following successful second appeal to First-tier Tribunal. The Tribunal accepted our submission that LGBT+ persons can face persecution in Sri Lanka, based on new evidence post-dating the country guidance in LH and IP (gay men: risk) Sri Lanka CG [2015] 00073. The Tribunal accepted that there was a real risk of our clients facing persecution if returned. Our clients were previously unsuccessful in their appeal in 2016 but this outcome followed further submissions made to the Home Office in 2020, relying on updated country evidence. The HO application for permission to appeal was refused and they have now implemented the decision. Excellent advocacy by @KimRenfrew gov.uk/government/news/an-in…

We are thrilled to announce that @MTC_Solicitors has been shortlisted for the @Law_Works Annual Pro Bono Awards in the category of Best Contribution by a Small or Medium Firm, sponsored by Leap alongside with @Crowell_Moring @hodgejonesallen @RopesGray . This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to providing access to justice, even in the most challenging circumstances. As a small high street firm specialising in Criminal defence,Public law & Human Rights, we pride ourselves on being diligent representatives for those who often face significant hurdles in navigating the legal system. Thank you to LawWorks for recognising the importance of Pro Bono contributions, and to everyone who continues to champion access to justice! #probono #LawWorks #WeDoProBono #accesstojustice #Law