Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in London
Established in 1988, GSC Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner for businesses and individuals. Our client-first approach combines deep expertise in family law, real estate, corporate law, and employment law with a commitment to tailored solutions. With a team of seasoned professionals based in London's West End, we deliver dependable advice grounded in decades of collective experience. Our practice areas span commercial and private client work, supported by a network of industry professionals to ensure comprehensive service. Recognised by Legal 500 UK Rankings 2025, we prioritise discretion, efficiency, and practical outcomes.Our history of mergers and strategic growth reflects our adaptability to evolving legal landscapes while maintaining core values of integrity and client focus. We serve high-net-worth individuals and businesses, emphasising confidentiality and cross-border capabilities. Our lawyers regularly contribute to national media, reinforcing our position as thought leaders. By integrating diverse practice areas under a unified strategy, we address complex legal challenges with clarity and precision. Our dedication to diversity and inclusion fosters a culture that values varied perspectives, enhancing our ability to meet client needs effectively.
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Corporate Law
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Family Law
Private Client
Residential Real Estate
Immigration
Restructuring & Insolvency
Real Estate Finance
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of legal expertise in London's West End
- Our team includes specialists ranked by Legal 500 UK Rankings 2025
- We provide integrated, cross-practice legal solutions for complex matters
- Our client-first approach ensures tailored advice and transparent communication
- We maintain strong relationships with financial advisors and property professionals
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
What people say
Exceptional support
Knowledgeable professionals
Efficient service
Highly recommend
Stress-free process
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Our Commercial Real Estate team handles property transactions, development finance, and landlord-tenant disputes. We advise bridging lenders, developers, and investors on complex matters including leasehold enfranchisement and property litigation. With deep market knowledge, we identify potential issues early to ensure smooth transactions for businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Family Law
We guide clients through divorce, asset division, and child custody matters with sensitivity and strategic counsel. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while preparing for litigation when necessary. We help clients protect their interests and transition to new life stages with minimal emotional and financial strain, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout proceedings.
Corporate Law
We support SMEs, entrepreneurs, and corporate clients with mergers, acquisitions, and commercial contracts. Our services include shareholder agreements, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance. We combine technical expertise with commercial awareness to help businesses navigate growth opportunities and mitigate legal risks in competitive markets.
Dispute Resolution
Our team resolves commercial and private disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation. We handle contract breaches, property conflicts, and insolvency-related claims, focusing on cost-effective solutions. With experience in high-value cases, we balance aggressive advocacy with pragmatic advice to achieve favourable outcomes while minimising business disruption.
Private Client
We provide estate planning, tax advice, and probate services for individuals and families. Our expertise includes wills, trusts, and inheritance tax mitigation. We work closely with financial advisors to create comprehensive strategies that protect assets and ensure smooth intergenerational transfers while respecting client confidentiality.
People
Simon Ross
Managing Partner
Simon Ross leads GSC Solicitors with over 25 years of experience in law firm management. He specialises in strategic growth and cross-practice integration, ensuring the firm maintains its position as a top 200 legal provider.
Saleem Sheikh
Senior Partner
Saleem Sheikh is a renowned corporate lawyer with expertise in mergers and acquisitions. He has advised major international clients on complex transactions, contributing to GSC Solicitors's reputation for commercial excellence.
Neil Russell
Partner & Head of Family
Neil Russell leads the family law team with a focus on high-net-worth divorces and child custody cases. His pragmatic approach balances legal strategy with sensitivity to clients' emotional needs.
Moshe Moses
Partner
Moshe Moses is a property law specialist known for handling complex residential transactions. Clients praise his responsiveness and ability to resolve issues in challenging property deals.
Soma Barzinji
Senior Associate
Soma Barzinji leads the immigration team, advising businesses and individuals on visa applications and compliance. Her expertise in corporate immigration supports multinational clients with UK expansion.
Questions
What areas of law does Seddons GSC specialise in?
We specialise in commercial and residential real estate, family law, corporate law, employment law, private client services, and dispute resolution, with expertise in cross-border transactions.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we advise UK and international clients on property, family, and corporate matters, leveraging our experience with cross-jurisdictional legal challenges.
How do you handle complex property transactions?
Our property team combines technical expertise with proactive problem-solving to navigate complex transactions, including leasehold enfranchisement and development finance.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We provide clear cost structures and regular updates, ensuring no hidden fees while maintaining value for complex legal services.
Do you offer employment law support for businesses?
Yes, our employment team provides strategic advice on HR matters, compliance, and dispute resolution for businesses of all sizes.
Reviews (4)
Frank Fakhim
Dec 16, 2021
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Hateem [Ali] & Carey [Xu] are simply the best my wife & I have come across. During the combined 57 years of our working lives, weve had more dealings than most with solicitors in different fields of the legal profession. What differentiates Hateem & Carey is that they achieved the desired outcome by gathering, evidencing and presenting the facts in such a meticulous way that left no room for ambiguity or misinterpretation. In short, they made it simple for the Home Office to reach the only logical decision; that of granting the requested visa.
Islam Saleh
Nov 05, 2021
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GSC have helped me and my family to extend our stay in Uk, we were actually in need for. Insulation and were blessed to get services from the firm and specifically from Mr. Hateem Ali who is very knowledgeable and aware about the process and always capable of finding solutions he managed to guide us through the process till we got the approval with ease and comfort. I actually highly recommend him and the firm as they are very honest and you feel in safe hands with them
Shashikant Nadkarni
Oct 06, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
I had an incredible experience working with Hateem Ali from GSC Solicitors. His knowledge of the subject and professional approach delivered excellent result for us. Can't recommend GSC Solicitors more.
I had an incredible experience working with Hateem Ali from GSC Solicitors. His knowledge of the subject and professional approach delivered excellent result for us. Can't recommend GSC Solicitors more.
Aadil Hassan
Sep 24, 2021
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The immigration team at GSC solicitors lead by Mr Hateem Ali have seen through 2 separate category of visa applications of myself successfully, and they have done that in the most unprecedented of times i.e. just before and during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Hateem has lead both of the cases and he has provided me with an excellent advise and professional service during this whole process. I am extremely satisfied with the professional help I have received and I am very comfortable to recommend the immigration services provided by GSC solicitors.
Hateem has lead both of the cases and he has provided me with an excellent advise and professional service during this whole process. I am extremely satisfied with the professional help I have received and I am very comfortable to recommend the immigration services provided by GSC solicitors.
