Criminal Appeals
Overview | Expertise | Reported Cases
Overview
Naeem has an excellent reputation in criminal appellate advocacy, known for his expertise in complex cases, solidifying his reputation as a trusted choice for such cases.
Naeem has an excellent track record of success in appellate work. He appears regularly at the Court of Appeal and has been involved in many landmark and guidelines cases.
He recognises the devastating impact that a conviction or manifestly excessive sentence can have and is dedicated to robustly advancing the strongest case on behalf of his lay clients on any subsequent appeal. He provides advice and representation in the following areas:
Appeals against Conviction & Sentence from the Crown Court to the Court of Appeal Criminal Division;
Appeals to the Supreme Court;
Appeals to the European Court of Human Rights;
Applications to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) where an appeal has already failed.
From appealing a conviction or confiscation order, or simply providing advice on the merits of an appeal, he is here to help.
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Expertise
Naeem provides a range of expertise to suit client needs, including:
Expert advice as to the merits of the appeal;
Drafting applications for permission to appeal including notices of appeal, grounds of appeal, applications for permission to appeal and legal submissions in support of an appeal;
Advice and assistance in drafting comprehensive witness statements for both appellants and witnesses in appeal proceedings;
Expert advice as to required and recommended documentary evidence in support of an appeal;
Checking of document to ensure compliance with strict procedural requirements;
Representation at court hearings.
A Selection of Reported Cases
Khan, R. v [2022] EWCA Crim 1487 (25 October 2022)
([2022] EWCA Crim 1487; From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions)
EB v The Secretary of State for the Home Department [2016] EWHC 137 (Admin) (29 January 2016)
([2016] EWHC 137 (Admin); From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions)
CA v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2010] EWHC 2278 (QB) (10 September 2010)
([2010] EWHC 2278 (QB); From England and Wales High Court (Queen's Bench Division) Decisions)
The Secretary of State for the Home Department v EB [2016] EWHC 1970 (Admin) (29 July 2016)
([2016] EWHC 1970 (Admin); From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions)
Guardian News And Media Ltd v AB & CD [2014] EWCA Crim (B1) (12 June 2014)
([2014] EWCA Crim (B1); From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions)
Williams, R. v [2020] EWCA Crim 193 (06 February 2020)
([2020] EWCA Crim 193; From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions)
Karolia & Ors v R. [2021] EWCA Crim 1839 (06 December 2021)
([2021] EWCA Crim 1839; From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division)
Guardian News And Media Ltd v Incedal & Anor [2014] EWCA Crim 1861 (24 September 2014)
([2014] EWCA Crim 1861, [2014] HRLR 28, [2015] 1 Cr App R 4, [2015] EMLR 2; From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions)
CD v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2011] EWHC 1273 (Admin) (20 May 2011)
([2011] EWHC 1273 (Admin); From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions)
Secretary of State for the Home Department v CD [2011] EWHC 2087 (Admin) (29 July 2011)
([2011] EWHC 2087 (Admin); From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions)
BG v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2011] EWHC 1478 (Admin) (13 June 2011)
([2011] 1 WLR 2917, [2011] ACD 87, [2011] EWHC 1478 (Admin), [2011] WLR 2917; From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions)
Kahar & Ors, R v (Rev 1) [2016] EWCA Crim 568 (17 May 2016)
([2016] 1 WLR 3156, [2016] 2 Cr App R (S) 32, [2016] Crim LR 670, [2016] EWCA Crim 568, [2016] WLR 3156, [2016] WLR(D) 267; From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions