Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in London
A. Williams & Co. is a cross-border legal practice licensed by the Law Society of England & Wales and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. With over 30 years of post-qualification experience as a solicitor and barrister in foreign jurisdictions, our principal Akin Williams leads a team dedicated to promoting justice through tailored legal solutions. We specialise in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and international legal matters, serving clients from the UK, India, Nigeria, and the USA. Our mission focuses on defending the rule of law, advancing global legal infrastructure, and maintaining the highest ethical standards. We combine deep expertise in cross-cultural marital laws, probate disputes, and cross-border property finance with a commitment to client satisfaction.Our work includes representing clients in UK courts, drafting complex legal agreements, and collaborating with international law firms to resolve jurisdictional challenges. We prioritise transparency, ethical practice, and accessibility, offering services without discrimination to individuals, corporations, and governmental bodies. Our team's extensive experience in handling high-stakes cases, such as child abduction prevention and contested maintenance orders, underscores our reputation as trusted legal advisors. We actively contribute to legal education and knowledge dissemination, ensuring our practice remains at the forefront of evolving legal landscapes. This dedication to excellence and client-centric approach has solidified our position as a respected legal practice since 2005.
Services
Employment Law
Family Law
Immigration
Wills & Intestacy
Residential Conveyancing
Litigation
International Legal Issues
Probate Disputes
Cross-Border Property
Visa Applications
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of post-qualification legal experience across multiple jurisdictions.
- Our practice is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for accountability.
- We specialise in cross-border legal solutions for international clients.
- Our team handles complex cases like contested maintenance orders and probate disputes.
- We maintain a global network of law firms for comprehensive legal support.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of England & Wales
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Employment Law
We handle redundancy, unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, and employment tribunal representation. Our expertise includes drafting conciliation agreements and advising employers on compliance. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of UK and international employment regulations.
Family Law
Specialising in divorce proceedings, child custody, maintenance payments, and international adoption cases. We provide expert guidance on prenuptial agreements and contested jurisdiction matters. Our team handles complex cases involving cross-cultural marital laws and child abduction prevention.
Immigration
We assist with work permits, visa appeals, and immigration compliance for individuals and businesses. Our services cover spouse visas, naturalisation, and EU-related immigration matters. We collaborate with international firms to resolve complex cross-border immigration challenges.
Wills & Intestacy
Our contentious probate specialists handle international inheritance disputes and will validity challenges. We represent clients in the High Court and assist with estate administration across jurisdictions. Recent work includes setting aside invalid wills and preventing estate receivership.
Residential Conveyancing
We advise on leasehold enfranchisement, property transactions, and cross-border property finance. Our services include preparing lease extensions, handling remortgaging, and resolving freehold merger issues under the Law of Property Act 1925.
People
Akin Williams
Principal Solicitor
With over 30 years of legal experience across common law jurisdictions and 17 years as a UK solicitor, Akin Williams leads our cross-border practice. He specialises in complex employment and family law cases, maintaining 100% focus on client matters.
Questions
What areas of law does A. Williams & Co. specialise in?
We specialise in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, wills & intestacy, and residential conveyancing with cross-border expertise.
Does the firm handle international legal cases?
Yes, we provide cross-border legal solutions for clients in the UK, India, Nigeria, USA, and other jurisdictions through our global network.
Is A. Williams & Co. regulated by legal authorities?
We are licensed by the Law Society of England & Wales and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 388358).
What experience does the principal solicitor have?
Akin Williams has over 30 years of legal experience across common law jurisdictions and 17 years as a UK solicitor specialising in complex cases.
Reviews (4)
Jerrone Fray
Aug 18, 2021
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The way I just heard one of the socal solicitors spoke to my nephew. I'm so glad his calls are recorded AT ALL TIMES for evidence. This solicitor's is very unprofessional and clearly has no training skills at all on how to speak to people let alone deal with them. I am so disgusted with what I have herd and seen. I will be escalating this and reporting this solicitor's firm str8 away plz ovoid at all times DISGUSTING Mr alister cryan
Franco Secchi
Aug 12, 2021
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Now this a reply to jerrone message. First of all I'm from England and your chatting rubbish. I sent u my details 2weeks ago and u only replied now. Second of all you was swearing on a recorded call no one asked about mental health case and 3rd why do u pay people to give u good reviews? I have put this on twitter along side the video of your firm. Stop chatting rubbish and trying to cover your back you already have been expose COMPANYis a FRAUD DONT USE THEM
Olu Awolo
Nov 08, 2020
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Exceptional quality of service Mr Akin is very efficient. His communication was excellent updating me along. He was up till 3am ensuring that the issue was dealt with even at short notice. What a gem. Thank you so much
Me M.
Jan 10, 2020
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Quality service solicitors. Professionals, efficiency with quick response and close approach. Akin's communication is excellent and accurate, and he is also a caring solicitor. Highly recommended.
