Kings Counsel

Overview

Sultana was appointed King's Counsel (formerly Queen's Counsel) in March 2022.  She is a multi award-winning, high profile barrister practising in human rights, international law and criminal justice.

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 and 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

  • 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)

  • Joint Director of Counsel for Leadership (CfL)

Awards

  • Winner of Barrister of the Year, Inspirational Women in Law Awards, 2022;

  • Winner of the Professions Category, Asian Women of Achievement, 2021;

  • HERoes Top 100 Women Future Leaders, 2021;

  • Finalist in BSN Lawyer of the Year (Chambers), UK Legal Diversity Awards, 2021;

  • Finalist in Outstanding Woman in Professional category sponsored by Baker McKenzie, Precious Awards 2021.

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