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Voluntary police interviews

Yasar Saleem, consultant solicitor at Middlesex Law Chambers, 54a Cowley Mill Road, Uxbridge UB8 2FX

Email: yasar.s@mlc.law

T: 07780 707 824 (7-days)

About me

I am a specialist criminal law solicitor with extensive experience representing people at voluntary police interviews. I have represented clients interviewed not only by the police, but also by officers from the National Crime Agency (NCA). 

I am a member of the Law Society and you can access my profile by clicking here. I was previously a consultant at Kayders Solicitors. I have updated my details on the SRA website to show my new firm as Middlesex Law Chambers but it may take time for that to be updated on the Law Society site. Rest assured I am fully qualified solicitor with Middlesex Law Chambers and I am regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. 

I am a consultant duty solicitor at Middlesex Law Chambers (MLC) in Uxbridge, west London. I joined MLC in January 2026. Prior to that I worked at several law firms and also ran my own practice for 7-years.

I qualified as a duty solicitor in 2005. I am an accredited member of the Law Society’s Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme.

I have a degree in Law from the University of Hertfordshire and completed my Legal Practice Course at the College of Law in Guildford. I qualified as a solicitor in 2003. In 2004 I obtained the Police Station Qualification from the University of Cardiff.

My services

I provide free legal representation at police interviews. This service is paid for by the Legal Aid Agency. You will not be required to make any payment for representation at a voluntary police interview. Anyone interviewed by the police is entitled to free legal representation. 

I have substantial experience representing people accused of a range of offences including assault, theft, harassment, malicious communications, drug possession and supply, and a range of sexual offences.

Contact me 

If you have been invited to a voluntary interview and need representation, please call me on 07780 707 824. You can also send me a message by whatsapp or email me at yasar.s@mlc.law 

I cover all police stations in London and the south east. If your interview is elsewhere, please contact me to see if I can help.

Nervous clients

Being invited to a police interview can be stressful. I am highly experienced in representing nervous clients and will try to put you at ease throughout the whole process. It is perfectly natural to feel nervous and many people are. 

Vulnerable clients

I have represented numerous clients who were vulnerable, either due to their age or because they were suffering from mental illness. If you are a parent or family member looking for representation from someone experienced in dealing with vulnerable people, I would be happy to help. 

Testimonials

Below are testimonials from clients I represented at the police station. Recently, I have also received Google reviews on my business page which you can access by clicking the link below.

‘From the moment I first spoke to Yasar about a harassment case requiring me to attend a voluntary interview, I felt reassured and confident. He immediately put my mind at ease and acted as a true advocate throughout. Yasar took the time to explain everything clearly, ensuring I fully understood the process and never felt isolated. His professionalism and honesty were constant and he consistently encouraged me not to settle for less than I deserved. Thanks to his support, the investigation was ultimately dropped and he guided me every step of the way. I am deeply grateful for his help. Thank you again, Yasar.’

Grays Police Station in 2025 – Harassment

‘Thank goodness my wife found Yasar when she googled ‘informal police interview’ after work allegations. I had several serious allegations made about me at work and was shocked and worried when told I had a police interview. I didn’t know how serious it was or what to expect on the day. Yasar was very calm and professional and knew exactly how to handle the situation. Two days later I had a call from Yasar who stated NFA would be taken. It was one of the most stressful times of my life. I’m so happy I didn’t rely on the duty solicitor and that I contacted Yasar. Many thanks’

Medway Police Station in 2025 – Common Assault

‘..I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for all your support and guidance throughout the interview at Bishopsgate Police Station. Your professionalism, expertise, and dedication have been invaluable, and I genuinely appreciate the time and effort you out into ensuring the best possible outcome..’

Bishopsgate Police Station in 2025 – Common Assault

‘I contacted Yasar as my 12 year old child was called for a voluntary interview and he was explaining all the steps both to myself and my child in great detail. It was comforting to have him at the interview for us both. I can only praise Yasar for his professionalism and his way of communicating everything so that my child understood. Many thanks from us both!’

Staines Police Station in 2024 – Common assault and ABH

‘Finding myself in a difficult and stressful situation, I reached out to Yasar for legal support, and I am so glad I did. From the very first phone call, he was calm, reassuring, and incredibly professional. He took the time to understand my situation, explain the process in detail, and prepare me thoroughly for my police interview. His approach instantly eased my anxiety and gave me the confidence I needed to face what was ahead. During the interview, Yasar’s support was invaluable. He stayed by my side the entire time, ensuring my rights were protected and guiding me through every step. When the police tried to ask tricky or misleading questions, Yasar intervened appropriately, making sure I could answer them confidently and without confusion. His professionalism and expertise turned an otherwise overwhelming experience into one that I could handle calmly. Yasar went above and beyond in every way possible, always making himself available for my questions and concerns, no matter the time. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about achieving the best outcome for me. I cannot thank Yasar enough for his outstanding support and guidance. He is not only a skilled lawyer but also someone who truly puts his clients at ease during the toughest times. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs expert legal assistance. Thank you, Yasar, for everything.’

Bethnal Green Police Station in 2024 – ABH

‘I have been accused for sexual assault few months back. Mr Yasar Saleem accepted straight away to be my free solicitor, he travelled from outside London to come to represent me and I cannot express in words my gratitude and happiness of being my solicitor. From beginning, he gave me all the instruction and he presented me all the key facts of the case, I was very stressed and afraid, but because of his expertise, he encouraged me and he guided me through all the interview. Thanks to his presence, dedication and knowledge, the case was closed. I highly recommend his services.’

Bishopsgate Police Station in 2024 – Sexual Assault

‘I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with you as my Solictor. Your dedication, knowledge, and unwavering support have made a significant difference in my situation.

From the initial consultation to the resolution of my case, you have exhibited professionalism and expertise that are truly commendable. Your guidance and assistance have been invaluable, and I cannot thank you enough for your outstanding service.

I wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone seeking legal assistance. Your commitment to my case and exceptional skills make you a standout professional in your field. Without a doubt, you deserve a 5-star rating for their exemplary work.

Thank you once again Yasar. I am grateful for all the help and support you have provided me with throughout this process.’

Hatfield Police Station in 2024 – ABH

‘Big thanks to yasar , he attended a voluntary interview with me at Romford police station , upon arriving the officers informed me I would be charged with the offence , however following the advice of yasar after interview . I ended up with no further action, good result and very grateful. I would definitely recommend the services to anyone in need of a good police station solicitor 5/5’

Romford Police Station in 2024 – Failing to stop for police

‘The most horrible experience. Being maliciously accused of rape and violence by my ex wife on the grounds to disrupt the harmony of my childrens custody. Yaseer with his professionalism guided me through the caution interview. Presented me with the best guidance with utmost professionalism. Kept his composure and kept me calm throughout my worst case circumstances. Top solicitor will vouch for him all the way. Thank you from the bottom of my heart And** Prompt on time I showed me utmost dedication and support throughout.’

Holborn Police Station in 2024

‘Yasar has been a fantastic help to me in something that I stupidly done. He was responsive immediately and met me at a Police Station. He went into the Station, reviewed the evidence and gave me the exact breakdown of what could happen best and worst case.  We decided between us the best way forward and came to a resolution with the Police which resulted in a Community Resolution. Lessons have been learnt and I would highly recommend this guy. He knows his stuff inside out’.

Heathrow Police Station in 2023 – Theft

‘I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional support and outstanding results you provided during my recent caution +3 interview for theft. Your expertise, guidance, and dedication truly made a difference in the outcome of my case.

From the very beginning, you exhibited a deep understanding of the legal process, ensuring that I was well-informed and prepared for each step. Your professionalism and approachability instantly put me at ease, making it easier for me to navigate a challenging situation.

Your commitment to my case was evident in every interaction we had. You provided clear explanations, answered all my questions, and consistently kept me updated on any developments. Your meticulous attention to detail and strategic approach played a crucial role in the case being closed with no further action.

I am genuinely impressed by your level of expertise and your ability to handle the complexities of my situation. Your hard work and dedication have earned my utmost respect and trust. I have no hesitation in recommending you to my family and friends should they ever require legal assistance.

Once again, thank you for your exceptional service. You’ve not only achieved a favorable outcome for me but also made a lasting positive impact on my perception of legal proceedings.’

Caution plus 3 voluntary police interview at Wandsworth Police Station in 2023 for theft Outcome: No further action.

‘Yasar Saleem is a credit to legal aid. Subsequent to a Police demand to attend a Caution+3 interview for an alleged but thoroughly malicious accusation of harassment, I was very fortunate to retain Yasar Saleem to represent my interests and provide me with both information and legal advice which he did impeccably prior to, and during, and post the interview, resulting in me disproving the accusation and no further action to be progressed’.

Caution plus 3 voluntary police interview at Charing Cross Police Station in 2023 for harassment and malicious communications. Outcome: No further action.

‘Fantastic solicitor, he knows what he is doing / talking about. He knew from the very beginning that the accusations made towards myself were completely unjustifiable from a legal perspective and helped me sort things out during my caution 3+ interview. I can’t recommend him enough, the interview went smoothly and he helped me throughout the whole process. If you ever are in a situation where you are accused of something (either at the police station or being invited for a caution 3+ interview) don’t hesitate to call him. He will suggest you the best course of action and his knowledge is indeed amazing :)’

Wandsworth Police Station in 2023 – Racially aggravated disorderly behaviour and threats to cause criminal damage

‘I would really recommend Yaser for anyone who is asked to attend a voluntary police interview. When I first contacted him, he was so kind and allowed me over 90 minutes on the phone! Something rare with other solicitors who would not give you their time, especially given you may not use them and it could all be for nothing! I was very anxious about the interview, Yaser reassured me always, never made me feel l was was being silly! I had a long wait for my interview and during that time, he always took my calls and called me back if he had missed the call. His advice was spot on and I was able to have a no further action outcome. A true professional and a gentleman.  I would 110% definitely recommend Yaser!’

Colindale Police Station in 2023 –  Harassment and Controlling or Coercive behaviour

‘Yasar has been a great help to me in a very stressful situation. As I am only 19 having being called into a police station was overwhelming and he reassured me with his extensive knowledge which made me feel more comfortable going in to the station. He was immediately responsive and was able to talk to me on the phone at anytime whenever I needed reassurance or had a question. He reviewed the minimal evidence the police had and when we spoke he stated his professional opinion that they have no case and I was falsely accused of assault. This reassurance again made me feel more comfortable and eased my stress. He provided me with advice throughout the interview such as interfering when the police officer would as inappropriate questions which I would respond with “no comment.” The case was given to CPS and 6 months later they closed the case so it was quite a wait but I wasn’t stressed out because Yasar’s opinion on the matter made me confident that the case wouldn’t continue to court. If I was on my own it would have been an extremely stressful 6 months flinching whenever my phone rang. 100% recommend!’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2023 – Common Assault

‘After being invited to the local Police station for a +3 interview for an alleged road rage incident reported by a cyclist, I searched the internet for information and legal advice. Yasar was clear about his services and explained the procedures. He was quick and concise to respond to correspondence. On the day of the interview, he asked the officer the right questions and explained my position to me, the laws that applied and how my actions would be interpreted. His presence was reassuring and his knowledge accurate and objective. I gave my interview and the full sequence of events and was not charged. I would highly recommend Yasar’s services which were provided through legal aid’.

Stoke Newington Police Station in 2022 – Intentional harassment, alarm or distress

‘..His presence was fundamental to supporting me and his knowledge helped me to articulate the facts in the right way. He also helped me to understand the accusations, and the laws and his presence gave me the confidence to correctly tell my version of the facts and present my evidence..’

Lewisham Police Station in 2022 – Assault

‘My relative, who is a vulnerable adult, was called for a voluntary interview at a police station. Yasar provided prompt support, was approachable and listened patiently. He provided clear and calm explanations and advice. He steered us through a difficult experience and achieved a positive outcome.’

Fresh Wharf Custody Base, Barking, in 2022 – Common Assault and racially aggravated intentional harassment, alarm or distress. Testimonial by family member who attended the interview and acted as the appropriate adult.

‘Yasar represented me at short notice in a recent case where I was wrongly accussed. I found him highly skilled, patient, calm and very understanding. I was quite stressed after the police interview and Yasar took time to talk with me reassuringly and listened patiently to my predicament. He could quite easily have sped off to his next client but no, this man is compassionate. I seriously don’t think a solicitor comes any better than Yasar and I’d recommend him 100% every time. The police stated NFA in my case. Thanks Yasar’

Wood Green Police Station in 2022 – Exposure

‘Yasar was very professional, helpful and supportive on my case. He gave me the best possible advice by communicating thoroughly. He really put me at ease in a situation that i never faced before. When you need a solicitor, Yasar will always be my recommendation. Thanks Yasar again for all your help!’

Lewisham Police Station in 2022 – Theft

‘I cannot recommend Yasar highly enough. He provided me with legal advice during a very difficult and stressful time, which was invaluable to me as I had never been in need of legal advice before. He attended my local police station and advised me clearly, articulately and avoided legal mumbo jumbo without rushing me. Thank you Yasar so much.’

Loughton Police Station in 2022 – Harassment

‘He was efficient and engaging from the outset, kept me informed, and answered my questions quickly. He was well-prepared, thorough, explained the legal implications in simple terms, and guided me through the process very well indeed. I am delighted with the outcome of my case and would have no hesitation in recomending Yasar Saleem.’

Wood Green Police Station in 2022 -Intentional harassment, alarm or distress

‘..I cannot thank you enough for your support and professionalism. You were very easy to deal with and made me feel comfortable. I appreciate you elped (sic) me at short notice too. The whole case was causing me a lot of anxiety and stress and you put me at a lot of ease. I felt relaxed having you with me at the interview and your advice was very good. Thank you for all your time and effort in helping me with the outcome of this case..’

Hounslow Police Station in 2022 – ABH (assault causing actual bodily harm)

‘Yasar Saleem is an amazing very efficient solicitor, he is the best I know as solicitor. From the first time I have contacted him he immediately responded and confirmed he will handled it and will do his best to protect me. I am very grateful for the help I received from him Since the first call to the police interview, he was always available to help me as a high level of professionalism which always satisfied my expectations. 

He gave me great advices before the interview and immediately interfere in case the police asked you wrong tricky questions which makes more confident and comfortable to answer the questions, even though my case still need more witness but I feel safe and confident that Mr Yaseer e will do his best to close this case because it’s a malicious allegation made by some to take a revenge.     

Based on my experience I highly recommend everyone to contact him because he is the right person for this job and definitely great quality service and professionalism…’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2022 – Sexual Assault

‘I had the chance and opportunity to be not just assisted but also very well represented by Mr Saleem during a voluntary interview that I had to attend concerning a case of theft I was accused of. Mr Saleem attended the interview with me at the police station where I was interrogated. I did not have any knowledge or practice to conduct such stressful process…Mr Saleem years of experience in police station as well as courtrooms build its craftsmanship and charisma as a very dedicated Lawyer but also a very understanding human being who has a well aware insight of the duties he is carrying. Mr Saleem supported me at the highest level of professionalism you could expect and his calm and composure made me feel more comfortable at the time. Regarding the case I was involved in. It ended up with no further action from the police. I Can only recommend Mr Saleem for his dedication for I believe his role is not a job but a vocation in which he believes.’

Colindale Police Station in 2021 – Theft

‘Yasar has been recommended to me by my divorce lawyer. Not only does he have a wealth of knowledge and experience but is very professional, understanding and ‘a real calm and collected presence’ in stressful circumstances. Yasar always calls back promptly to answer any questions or address any doubts. Although I hope I will not require his services in the future, I would not hesitate to ask him to represent me again and would recommend him to anyone who might need legal help and advice. In a world crowded by legal professionals, Yasar stands out as someone you will know is great for the job but also someone you feel is on your side and you can count on. I can assure you in scary times, you will need to know that someone ‘has your back.’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2020 – Harassment

‘I am very happy with your service. I can confidently say this because you have represented me more than once. Your advice has been golden, always honest, always truthful and you’ve never painted me a false picture. To any that is looking for a reliable solicitor, they should see for themselves and try out Yasar‘s services. I am testament to this.’

Leyton Custody Centre in 2020 – Assault and Criminal Damage

‘I was wrongly accused of various offences by a problematic neighbour, the Police invited me to a voluntary interview, they offered me telephone advice during the interview, I’m so glad I refused their help

I googled various criminal lawyers and I can honestly say I’m so glad I decided to use Yasar Saleem prior to the actual interview where he put my mind at ease, Yasar attended the interview with me and offered expert advice prior to the interview, he very quickly realised there was no evidence and no case to answer, it was clear from the outset that Yasar knew exactly how to deal with the accusation..there was No Further Action

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Yasar Saleem to anyone who needs an expert competent lawyer’

Bognor Regis Police Station in 2018 – Criminal damage

‘I would like to take this opportunity to thank Yasar for all is help both legally and on a personal level. He was extremely helpful and very accommodating. I felt very assured having found myself in a difficult situation and his professionalism put my mind at rest. Thank you very much for all you legal aid and advise.’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2018 – theft

‘Yasar represented me in a Caution Plus 3 interview. He proved to be the most intelligent, knowledgeable and precise solicitor I have met. ..He provided me with the most optimal advice which led to a successful outcome. I would certainly recommend him to a friend. And I mean all of that.’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2018 – Assault

‘The police interview for possession of a ‘controlled drug’ was not straight forward but Yasar knew exactly what he was doing… I was really worried and so thankful to have such a competent solicitor that took his time and genuinely wanted the best result for me.’

Tonbridge Police Station in 2018 – Possession of drugs

‘Yasar was avaiable from my initial phone call to him when I was most in need of urgent legal advice. He provided me with the right support during my shock stage of being called unexpectadly by the police and legal advice before my voluntary interview which helped me come out with a positive result and no crime. If you need criminal legal advice to protect your rights, I recommend contacting him asap.’

Kingston Police Station in 2018 – Assault

‘I would like to take this opportunity to thank the professionalism time and effort that yassar has given me recently to have legal representation. Mr Yassar Saleem is a great legal brain and takes the time to go into every detail . His time and effort is immense in helping with every aspect of help. I want to say that now that I have had help from yassar I will use him in the future if needed.’

Islington Police Station in 2017 – Sending offensive tweets

‘I count myself fortunate to have come across Yasar, by trawling through the net..I was wrongly accused of Child Cruelty, any allegation of this calibre, is very serious and was very traumatic for me. But on meeting Yasar, I felt at easy (sic) at once, I found him to be very professional, reassuring, honest, efficient and very patient. Yasar took the time to explain the process and kept me informed beyond my expectations. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anybody.’

Ilford Police Station in 2018 – Child cruelty 

‘I would like to say a very big thank-you to you for putting my son at ease before his interview with the police. He breezed through the questions with confidence and your skills of diplomacy and assertiveness at the same time certainly worked their magic to get the best possible result that would have been impossible to attain without your presence.’

Testimonial provided by client’s mother who was at the police station. Tunbridge Wells Police Station in 2018 – Possession of a knife in school 

‘Yasar is a competent solicitor with extensive knowledge about the law and will be assertive with his representation. His service is first class. I truly recommend that you use him to represent you. In times of trouble you need someone that understandable and knowledgeable to handle your case. You won’t be disappointed.’

Wandsworth Police Station in 2017 – Assault. Testimonial provided by the client’s mother (client was a youth) who was at the police station as the appropriate adult

‘I have to say the service here was excellent. I felt very confident in the way my cases where handled, I’ve used other solicitors in the past and they have not cut it for me.’

Cheshunt Police Station in 2017 – offence under the Dangerous Dogs Act and perverting the course of justice

‘I am very pleased with the service I received from Mr. Saleem. This was my first time dealing with the police & legal system so I had clue where to turn. My fears were put to rest after I spoke to Mr. Saleem. He took his time explaining every single step during the process and the options I had available. Mr. Saleem is very professional and I would highly recommend him.’

Colindale Police Station in 2017 – Sexual offence

‘…I was in a lot of panic and mentally troubled. I was represented by Yassar as my solicitor during my interview under caution. He provided me a good insight on the situation that I was in and the correct legal. He was always available whenever any advise / inquiries / clarity was needed with regards to the case from the beginning till the end of the case. I must say I’m very pleased and content with the service provided.’

Hounslow Police Station in 2017 – Disclosing private sexual images (‘Revenge Porn’)

‘I was represented by Yasar in October 2016 when I was falsely accused of assault. An allegation like that is daunting and could have had a significant impact on my professional life. Yasar was a consummate professional, he took time to understand the circumstances of the case and was meticulous in going through the details in order to provide me with the best advice. He was also very strong when dealing with the officer responsible for the investigation. I would not hesitate to use Yasar again (although I hope this won’t ever be necessary). Thanks Yasar.’

Charing Cross Police Station in 2016 – Assault

‘Yasar represented me in December 2016 after being falsely accused of theft. As soon as I had made contact and we’d had a brief chat over the phone about the case I felt more at ease (I’d not been in any trouble with the police before and even though I’d done nothing wrong this scenario was still a little daunting).

Yasar assisted me with arranging the police interview and on meeting took time to fully understand my case and was more than thorough, going through every detail and giving me every assurance about the case, discussing probable outcome scenarios and fully explaining the interview process.

At one point during the interview the line of questioning -well, it didn’t take a turn for the worse but I felt I was being led in a direction that wasn’t quite right and Yasar identified this also and jumped in, stopping the interview so we could regroup.

After the interview I felt elated and this is mostly down to Yasar’s professionalism (well, and the fact that I’d not done anything wrong but it wasn’t a nice situation to be in). He ensured I was comfortable, well informed, that I had nothing to worry about and everything went really well. I honestly hope there’s no further need for a criminal solicitor in my life but if I do Yasar’s the man and have his number in my phone…’

Bishopsgate Police Station in 2016 – Theft

‘The service that Yasar Saleem provided during a difficult time for me was indispensable. His advice was clearly and methodically explained in a thoroughly professional manner, the ‘why’ as well as the ‘what’. At all times I felt that Mr Saleem acted for me and in my best interests.’

Notting Hill Police Station in 2015 – Assault

‘Meeting Yasar after being arrested, he listened properly to me & clearly saw my situation. I was extremely grateful to meet such an empathetic solicitor… and I can safely say that Yasar would be my first port of call should the need arise in my future. He was very professional through out my detention..’

Staines Police Station in 2015 – Assault

Yasar Saleem – Consultant Solicitor at Middlesex Law Chambers, 54a Cowley Road, Uxbridge.

Phone: 07780 707 824

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