“It is the most learned pleading I have ever seen….it is a very serious document.”

Immigration Judge Blake in the First-tier Tribunal in May 2011

On grounds of appeal submitted in relation to Articles 8, 6 and 12 of the ECHR

“….the detailed grounds of claim…display a good knowledge of human rights and immigration law….”

Mr. Justice Mitting in the Administrative Court (CO/7179/2010) – 29/06/2010

On an application for Judicial Review before the Administrative Court

“The appellant’s solicitors have submitted Grounds of Appeal. It is very detailed…the relevant parts are indeed very illuminating.”

Judge of the Firs-tier Tribunal NMK Lawrence – 07/02/2012

(In relation to the policy classification of “graduate level” jobs within Tier 2 of the PBS)

“…ingenious argument…”

Designated First-tier Tribunal Judge Manuell – 22/05/2012

In relation to a legal argument present to the Tribunal on a point of construction

“…a helpful skeleton argument of seven pages…” &  “…a high degree of professionalism on their part…”

Deputy Upper Tribunal Judge Juss – 29/05/2012

Sitting in the Upper Tribunal in a complicated matter involving deception or false representations

“…full detailed grounds of appeal…”

Judge of the First-tier Tribunal McWilliam – 19/09/2012

“The ingenious arguments which Mr Farhat valiantly advanced on behalf of his clients…”

Designated First-tier Tribunal Judge Manuell at a preliminary hearing to determine the First-tier Tribunal’s jurisdiction, First-tier Tribunal sitting at Richmond Magistrates Court on 2^nd September 2014 (decision promulgated on 3^rd September 2014)

“The Grounds of Appeal invariably display an impressive command of the issues involved. Indeed, Immigration Judges have often commented on the quality of the preparation of the case by Mr. Farhat.”

Mr. Matthew Sowerby – 08/11/2012 – Barrister/Counsel, 1 Gray’s Inn Square, London, and admitted to the Bar in 1987

“…meticulous preparation…fully informed as to relevant law and has ensured that I am aware of developments in this ever changing area…I cannot recommend him highly enough.”

Mr. Edward Nicholson – 16/11/2012 – Barrister/Counsel, No 5 Chambers, who appeared in what became its first reported determination on the United Kingdom Border Agency’s new Points Based System : NA & Others (Tier 1 (Post-Study Work) - funds) [2009] UKAIT 00025

“The grounds [of appeal drafted by Mr. Farhat] seem most impressive to me...”

Mr. Edward Nicholson (as above) – 16/11/2009 in respect of construing the Immigration Rules in light of their purpose under paragraph 159G (iv) for the benefit of Overseas Domestic Workers (ODWs) applying for settlement once they have exceeded 65 years of age

“...he has a distinguished record of human rights and equality work at Ealing Equality Council (EEC) as a volunteer adviser and rights advocate.” 

&

“…the cogency and general quality of his draft grounds were most impressive…”

Kwame Akuffo, JP – 19/11/2012 – Senior University Lecturer and Chairman of the Ealing Equality Council (an organisation representing the people of Ealing for over 50 years)

“The appellant’s representatives have made a number of valid points…I am grateful for their submissions.”

“…persuasive point…”

Deputy Upper Tribunal Judge Hanbury on a substantive re-hearing in the Upper Tribunal as to a child’s best interests – 1^st February 2016

"...well apprised of this appellant's situation..."

Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Nightingale referring to our in-house advocacy on behalf of an appellant - 18th April 2016

“60. Mr Farhat’s submissions are as follows and their clarity is such, that I make no apology for setting them out in my decision.”

Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Martins in the First-tier Tribunal (25 years’ experience as a Judge) on 2^nd March 2016

“…the appellant’s solicitors have provided a detailed explanation….this constitutes good reasons….”

Upper Tribunal Judge Plimmer – 15^th February 2016

“….the strenuous efforts he had obviously made on the appellant’s behalf…”

Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Kimnell – 17^th February 2016

 “I find merit in the submissions of Mr Farhat.”

Judge S. Aziz (5^th June 2017) at paragraph 46 allowing an appeal on mental health grounds

“…informative letter.”

Mr. Justice McCloskey – President of the Upper Tribunal, 25^th January 2017

“There are a number of reasons set out and expanded upon at…of the grounds as to why deportation of the Applicant whilst his appeal is pending would breach his human rights.”

Upper Tribunal Judge Smith – 6^th January 2017

“Mr Farhat adopted his skeleton argument. I am indebted to him for the responsible manner in which he has approached this appeal.”

Judge of the First-tier Tribunal Mailer, October 2016 at paragraph 82

“The evidence from the appellant’s representative…is cogent and persuasive.”

Judge of the Upper Tribunal A Grubb – 15^th November 2016

“I hope I do Mr. Sowerby’s [Barrister] submissions no disservice if I say that they did not materially add to the detailed and helpful grounds of appeal.”

Upper Tribunal Judge Moulden – 12/07/2013 – on an appeal which involved consideration of the Home Office’s policy on ‘evidential flexibility’