This in-person seminar is brought to you by the Garden Court Chambers Crime Team.
| Date: | Tuesday 6 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 6.00pm-7.30pm |
| Venue: | Garden Court Chambers, 9 Carmelite Street, London, EC4Y 0DR |
| Cost: | Free |
| Areas of Law: | Criminal Defence, Immigration Law, British Citizenship and Naturalisation |
This seminar will cover the implications of criminal sentencing on immigration status. Speakers will examine the importance of securing the lowest sentencing outcome possible and the implications of sentencing remarks.
SpeakersÂ
Shahida Begum, Barrister, Garden Court Chambers (Chair)
Shahida Begum is a specialist criminal defence practitioner. She has experience defending clients in a range of matters, from serious violence and dishonesty to drug supply and terrorism, and has experience with cases involving a cross-over with other practice areas. Shahida has also worked on cases raising immigration, family and housing law issues which has led to a specialism in defending refugees and victims of trafficking. Shahida also practises extradition and crime-related public law.
Ali Bandegani, Barrister, Garden Court ChambersÂ
Ali Bandegani specialises in immigration, international protection, human rights and public law. Ali is recognised as a leading junior by the Legal 500 (Immigration), and Chambers & Partners (Immigration & Public Law). He is regularly called upon by individuals and organisations to provide practical advice on business immigration matters, entry clearance, leave to remain, citizenship and licensing. Ali is also a public law practitioner routinely instructed in cutting edge cases relating to asylum, immigration, and human rights at all levels up to and including the UK Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights.
Reserve your ticket
In-person tickets are limited by the venue’s capacity. After you have completed the form, we will be back in touch to confirm whether a place is available at the event.
