Overview

A multi-award-winning King’s Counsel, Sultana Tafadar KC has an extensive, high-profile practice in human rights, international law and criminal justice. She advises and acts for individuals, States, NGOs, multinational corporations and other national and international bodies, appearing in courts at all levels.

In 2022, she achieved international recognition for breaking historic barriers as the first hijab-wearing Silk at the Criminal Bar of England & Wales, a milestone that underscored her role as both a leading advocate and a pioneer for greater diversity within the legal profession. She has featured in leading media platforms including BBC, Al Jazeera, The Times, The Guardian, The Independent, and Harper’s Bazaar Arabia.

Ranked in the Legal 500 (2024, 2023 (Tier 1 Silk), her criminal justice practice encompasses defending in the most serious and complex criminal cases. She is considered one of the foremost experts in counter terrorism & national security cases. 

Sultana provides advice and representation on international human rights, international criminal law and humanitarian law issues. She also advises large multi-national corporations on matters that intersect with criminal law & human rights and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.

Sultana offers an exceptional blend of dynamic, diverse, and versatile legal expertise. With a proven track record, a formidable skill set, and an unmatched proficiency across various practice areas, her legal services are delivered with precision & excellence.

Appointments

• King’s Counsel Selection Panel, KCA

• Founder, Girls Human Rights Hub

• Chair, Taskforce on Religion & Belief, Bar Standards Board

• JUSTICE, Council Member

• Advisory Board, Influencing Corridors of Power (ICOP), School of Oriental & African Studies, University of London

• Legal Advisory Panel, The People’s Review of Prevent

• Special Advisor on Human Rights, Oxford Initiative for Global Ethics & Human Rights

• Member of Legal Expert Advisory Panel (LEAP), Fair Trial International

• Roster for Criminal Justice Sector Experts dealing with Counter-Terrorism, Organisation for Security & Cooperation in Europe (OSCE)

• Member of Detention Experience, Advocat Sans Frontieres (ASF)