Working in criminal law since the 1990s, Hamza has a wealth of experience in criminal defence along with an outstanding reputation and track record. He trained and qualified in the Midlands with one of the largest criminal firms in the country and, following that, established his own criminal practice that rapidly grew to become one of the most respected firms in London . Before he qualified as a solicitor, Hamza worked as a community development and youth worker in East London, a background, reflected in his approachable manner and a wider understanding of the world outside a courtroom.

He has represented defendants in the most serious of cases including, murders, terrorism and complex fraud and defended clients in prosecutions by agencies such as the Special Crime Unit, Counter Terrorism Division, the National Crime Agency, Serious Fraud Office and Operation Trident. Hamza has also developed a strong mastery of road traffic law where his advice and advocacy has often been the difference between clients being disqualified or remaining on the road.

Hamza mainly appears in the Magistrates’ Courts where he has built and retained a strong client following. Through his extensive knowledge and experience he has developed the technical skills and persuasive advocacy to build an impressive track record of obtaining the best possible results for his clients. Hamza is a strong trial advocate who represents his clients’ cases expertly and forcefully.

Hamza also attends police stations where correct advice at the earliest stages of a case can have a decisive affect on the outcome. His expert knowledge of police station practice, procedures and police powers along with his ability to apply the law and rules of evidence has, on many occasions, been the deciding factor in his clients either facing no charges or being acquitted of charges they faced.

Hamza is often the solicitor clients ask for by name and recommend to other people who also require his expertise and know-how to navigate the complexities of criminal law.