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Maheen Khalid

Paralegal

Maheen Khalid joined RIAA Barker Gillette as a paralegal in September 2022. She supports the firm’s family law and divorce team, working closely with its head of department, Pippa Marshall. She helps partners and fee-earners collate information, draft documents, prepare for meetings and court hearings, and generally assists with the team’s cases.

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Maheen proudly supports Kids Come First UK, a charitable organisation dedicated to providing support and resources for separated parents and ensuring that the needs and well-being of children remain the top priority.

Kids Come First UK offers workshops, guidance, and a supportive community to help parents navigate the complexities of separation while keeping their children’s best interests at heart. Maheen is committed to positively impacting this valuable organisation through her support.

Contact Maheen today for more information on how she can assist you or to discuss her involvement with Kids Come First UK.

Languages: English, Hindi (spoken) and Urdu

LLB (Hons) University of Westminster (2020)
PGDip City University of London (2021)
Called to the Bar (2021)
LLM University of Cambridge (2022)

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