Chhokar & Co
Basic Information:
Name:
Chhokar & Co
Address:
29a, The Broadway
Southall
Middlesex
UB1 1JY
Southall
Middlesex
UB1 1JY
Phone:
0844 806 7134
Fax:
020 8574 2752
Email:
Website:
Area(s) of Business:
Lawyer - Solicitor
Year Established:
1994
Company:
Chhokar & Co was founded by our Senior Partner Mr Santokh Singh Chhokar in September 1994.
Right from the outset our firm's raison d’etre has been the delivery of the highest quality legal services with standards of client care which even other law firms talk about.
Over the years we have developed experience and expertise in a number of specialist areas, including:
Civil Litigation
Company & Commercial
Family & Matrimonial
Immigration & Nationality
Indian Law Consultancy
Landlord & Tenant
NRI Legal Services
Property (Residential & Commercial)
Trust, Wills & Probate
Many of our clients are from the local Asian Community. Some clients are people who visit Southall for social, domestic or business purposes. In addition, we are also instructed by clients from many other parts of the United Kingdom.
Apart from clients in the United Kingdom, we regularly deal with cases for clients based abroad, including the USA, Canada, the EU countries, UAE, India, Pakistan and Australia.
As a consequence, we are able to offer our clients everywhere a highly personalized yet totally professional service when dealing with their affairs.
We currently have associates in a number of countries abroad to assist us in providing our services and will continue to expand our global reach.
The one feature which virtually all our clients share is that they have been referred to Chhokar & Co by existing clients and are happy to refer new clients to us. It is this simple fact that inspires us ever to seek to excel and further improve our service.
Chhokar & Co was founded by Santokh Chhokar in 1994. in partnership with Mr G H Raisinghaney, who has since retired from the Firm.
The Firm started from modest two room offices located on part of the Second Floor of the building in which the Firm is still located.
By the Grace of the Almighty and the efforts and determination of Santokh Chhokar and his team of lawyers and support staff, the Firm's work load increased rapidly. As a result the Firm steadily grew in size until, in 1998, it occupied the whole of the Second Floor of the building.
When, in 2002, the opportunity arose for the Firm to re-locate onto the First Floor of the building, Santokh Chhokar decided that this would not only provide easier accessibility for the Firm's clients, but also allow the Firm to have custom built offices, built around the Firm's needs and mode of working. In consequence, the Second Floor was designed to include state of the art climate control, CCTV system, duct cabling etc. The Firm also installed a brand new Dell Computers network system.
Leading edge technology has always been a particular strength of the Firm, and in 2005 Chhokar & Co became one of the very first law firms to acquire the Osprey.TM Practice Management System. This is an entirely web-based application which, amongst other features, enables Chhokar & Co lawyers operate a virtual office and to access (and work with) the Firm's entire records from anywhere in the world.
Right from the outset our firm's raison d’etre has been the delivery of the highest quality legal services with standards of client care which even other law firms talk about.
Over the years we have developed experience and expertise in a number of specialist areas, including:
Civil Litigation
Company & Commercial
Family & Matrimonial
Immigration & Nationality
Indian Law Consultancy
Landlord & Tenant
NRI Legal Services
Property (Residential & Commercial)
Trust, Wills & Probate
Many of our clients are from the local Asian Community. Some clients are people who visit Southall for social, domestic or business purposes. In addition, we are also instructed by clients from many other parts of the United Kingdom.
Apart from clients in the United Kingdom, we regularly deal with cases for clients based abroad, including the USA, Canada, the EU countries, UAE, India, Pakistan and Australia.
As a consequence, we are able to offer our clients everywhere a highly personalized yet totally professional service when dealing with their affairs.
We currently have associates in a number of countries abroad to assist us in providing our services and will continue to expand our global reach.
The one feature which virtually all our clients share is that they have been referred to Chhokar & Co by existing clients and are happy to refer new clients to us. It is this simple fact that inspires us ever to seek to excel and further improve our service.
Chhokar & Co was founded by Santokh Chhokar in 1994. in partnership with Mr G H Raisinghaney, who has since retired from the Firm.
The Firm started from modest two room offices located on part of the Second Floor of the building in which the Firm is still located.
By the Grace of the Almighty and the efforts and determination of Santokh Chhokar and his team of lawyers and support staff, the Firm's work load increased rapidly. As a result the Firm steadily grew in size until, in 1998, it occupied the whole of the Second Floor of the building.
When, in 2002, the opportunity arose for the Firm to re-locate onto the First Floor of the building, Santokh Chhokar decided that this would not only provide easier accessibility for the Firm's clients, but also allow the Firm to have custom built offices, built around the Firm's needs and mode of working. In consequence, the Second Floor was designed to include state of the art climate control, CCTV system, duct cabling etc. The Firm also installed a brand new Dell Computers network system.
Leading edge technology has always been a particular strength of the Firm, and in 2005 Chhokar & Co became one of the very first law firms to acquire the Osprey.TM Practice Management System. This is an entirely web-based application which, amongst other features, enables Chhokar & Co lawyers operate a virtual office and to access (and work with) the Firm's entire records from anywhere in the world.
Staff:
Our Senior Partner is Mr Santokh Singh Chhokar. Originally from Punjab in Northern India, the Chhokar family has been based in Southall for almost 50 years.
Originally a medical and social sciences graduate from the University of London, Santokh Chhokar completed the Law Society's Post Graduate Diploma in Law in 1991 and the Law Society's Final Examinations in 1992. After completing his two years training he was admitted as a Solicitor in 1994.
Santokh Chhokar is an accredited member of The Law Society's Immigration Panel, a member of the Solicitors' Family Law Association and the International Bar Association. Apart from his responsibilities as the Senior Partner he specialises in Property, Immigration and Family matters.
Whilst at University Santokh Chhokar was involved in student union activities. He was elected President of the National Union of Asian Students two years in succession.
He has served as Honorary Treasurer and Vice President of the Middlesex Law Society.
Santokh Chhokar takes an active interest and participates in community affairs. He has He is an elected Councillor of the Gerrards Cross Parish Council, and Chairman of the Trustees of the Sikh Missionary Society (UK).
Ms Chamila Udagedara qualified as an Attorney at Law in Sri Lanka in 1997. She came to the UK in 2000, was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court in 2002 and joined the Firm in 2002 as an Assistant Solicitor. In 2006 she was promoted as a Salaried Partner. She currently works in the Immigration and Family Departments.
Mr Sajo Thomas was admitted to the Supreme Court of India in 1995 and practiced as an Advocate in India until 2000. He completed his LLM at the University of Exeter in 2001 and subsequently qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales. He joined Chhokar & Co as an Assistant Solicitor in 2003. He works in the Civil Litigation and Property Departments.
Mr Kuljit Singh Ghalan joined the Firm in 2002 as a Trainee Solicitor and qualified in 2004. He is now an Assistant Solicitor and works in the Property, Trusts Will and Probate and Family Departments.
Mr Pla Fagbemi joined the Firm in 2006 as an Assistant Solicitor. He was admitted to the Nigerian Bar in 1990 and practised as a solicitor and barrister in Nigeria until 1999. He qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales in 2005. He is now an Assistant Solicitor and works in the Property and Civil Litigation Departments.
Mr Gursant Singh Sandhu joined the Firm in 2006 as an Assistant Solicitor. He works in the Immigration, Family and Property Departments.
Mr Jaspal Singh Chhokar is a graduate of the Law Faculty of UCL, University of London. He obtained a distinction in his Legal Practice Course with BPP College London. He has been associated with the Firm for many years providing invaluable accounts, case management system and administration support. He joined Chhokar & Co as a Trainee Solicitor in 2005.
Originally a medical and social sciences graduate from the University of London, Santokh Chhokar completed the Law Society's Post Graduate Diploma in Law in 1991 and the Law Society's Final Examinations in 1992. After completing his two years training he was admitted as a Solicitor in 1994.
Santokh Chhokar is an accredited member of The Law Society's Immigration Panel, a member of the Solicitors' Family Law Association and the International Bar Association. Apart from his responsibilities as the Senior Partner he specialises in Property, Immigration and Family matters.
Whilst at University Santokh Chhokar was involved in student union activities. He was elected President of the National Union of Asian Students two years in succession.
He has served as Honorary Treasurer and Vice President of the Middlesex Law Society.
Santokh Chhokar takes an active interest and participates in community affairs. He has He is an elected Councillor of the Gerrards Cross Parish Council, and Chairman of the Trustees of the Sikh Missionary Society (UK).
Ms Chamila Udagedara qualified as an Attorney at Law in Sri Lanka in 1997. She came to the UK in 2000, was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court in 2002 and joined the Firm in 2002 as an Assistant Solicitor. In 2006 she was promoted as a Salaried Partner. She currently works in the Immigration and Family Departments.
Mr Sajo Thomas was admitted to the Supreme Court of India in 1995 and practiced as an Advocate in India until 2000. He completed his LLM at the University of Exeter in 2001 and subsequently qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales. He joined Chhokar & Co as an Assistant Solicitor in 2003. He works in the Civil Litigation and Property Departments.
Mr Kuljit Singh Ghalan joined the Firm in 2002 as a Trainee Solicitor and qualified in 2004. He is now an Assistant Solicitor and works in the Property, Trusts Will and Probate and Family Departments.
Mr Pla Fagbemi joined the Firm in 2006 as an Assistant Solicitor. He was admitted to the Nigerian Bar in 1990 and practised as a solicitor and barrister in Nigeria until 1999. He qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales in 2005. He is now an Assistant Solicitor and works in the Property and Civil Litigation Departments.
Mr Gursant Singh Sandhu joined the Firm in 2006 as an Assistant Solicitor. He works in the Immigration, Family and Property Departments.
Mr Jaspal Singh Chhokar is a graduate of the Law Faculty of UCL, University of London. He obtained a distinction in his Legal Practice Course with BPP College London. He has been associated with the Firm for many years providing invaluable accounts, case management system and administration support. He joined Chhokar & Co as a Trainee Solicitor in 2005.
Areas of Business (Products / Services):
We have a well established Civil Litigation Group, staffed by solicitors with several years of experience in this field.
We deal with all types of cases from small contractual claims to large company disputes. We regularly appear in local County Courts and also in High Court.
We also recover debts and issue proceedings, attend court and enforce court orders as necessary.
We accept instructions from privately paying clients and also take on publicly funded cases. We are also willing to consider cases on a conditional fee basis and are able to advise whether insurance based litigation protection would be suitable for a particular case.
We conduct employment cases before Tribunals and can act for either Employer or Employee/s.
We offer a professional service. We are determined to deal with your matter thoroughly and efficiently whilst always aiming for the best outcome for you.
We fully understand that it is not easy to deal with Family and Matrimonial matters. You may feel under stress or unsure and confused as to your rights and what you should do.
One thing is certain. You should rest assured that we will deal with your matter competently, sympathetically and in total confidence.
We shall advise you at each step in your case to help you make what can be difficult and important decisions. We shall update you of the progress on a regular basis.
Our Family and Matrimonial Group of Lawyers are approachable, experienced and co-operative. We shall support you throughout your case, paying attention to your particular needs.
We seek to achieve the best possible result bearing in mind the interests of all concerned especially any children.
During the conduct of your case we shall vigorously put forward your position and argue for the most satisfactory outcome.
We have a very well established Immigration Group. We deal with most areas of Immigration and Nationality Law.
We offer Advice, Assistance and Representation at all levels including Immigration Interviews (in the UK and abroad).
We help with preparation and advocacy at Appeals before Adjudicators and Appeals before the Immigration Appeals Tribunal.
We regularly challenge decisions by making Applications for Judicial Review in the Supreme Courts of Judicature.
Over the years our expertise in the increasingly important area of Human Rights has developed and we consider all such aspects when dealing with cases.
We have dealt with many Asylum cases and often achieved Refugee status or obtained leave to remain.
Indian Law Consultancy
During the last decade or so Chhokar & Co has developed a highly regarded expertise in providing consultancy services in the various aspects of Indian Law.
If you have instructed another firm to deal with a case which involves aspects of Indian Law, we can provide your solicitors with detailed research reports on any issue. With our help your solicitor may be able to make a difference in the prospects for success in your case.
We offer Expert Opinions, Reports and Statements from distinguished Advocates and members of the Judiciary.
Please ask your solicitors to contact us with details of what they require. We are confident that we will be able to help.
NRI Legal Services
Conscious that a large core of our clients (individual and corporate) have their origins in India, we at Chhokar & Co have actively sought to develop our experience and familiarity with the many issues which affect such Non Resident Indian (NRI) clients on a regular and ongoing basis.
Because many NRI%u2019s (first, second and third generation) have had no prior dealings in India they have no real knowledge of the legal and procedural workings of Indian administrative bodies and organisations. As a result they experience both frustration and disappointment.
Our in house knowledge and expertise (two of our solicitors are Indian advocates who have practiced for many years in different Courts in India) is backed up by the substantive support provided by the impressive network of legal and administrative associates which the Firm has built up.
Chhokar & Co has had consulting offices in India for more than a decade. This has facilitated a close and continuing understanding of and a productive relationship with Indian professional %u2013 including advocates, chartered accountants, top ranking administrative executives and NGO%u2019s.
We have excellent experience of working with Indian advocates in conducting proceedings in Revenue, Civil, Criminal, Family courts in India.
We seek to deal with our clients%u2019 cases by working with our fully vetted associates to seek to provide solutions to your legal problems. We will keep you updated about developments and coordinate any steps that need to be taken on your behalf.
Over the years we have dealt with many cases which require a blend of both English legal expertise and an Indian legal capability.
As a consequence we are uniquely well placed to assist NRI%u2019s with the host of legal problems which they may encounter.
We have a well-established Property Group. We have many qualified solicitors who have several years of experience in conveyancing leasehold and freehold properties.
Over the years we have built up substantial experience which will benefit you.
At some stage of our lives, most of us have to buy or sell a property. This can be a highly stressful and daunting experience.
However our objective is to make it as simple and smooth as possible. We shall deal with your transaction quickly and efficiently.
We offer a range of services and will deal with your matter thoroughly from beginning to end.
We pay great attention to detail, and keep you fully informed at all stages. However our charges are very reasonable, taking into account the amount of work we do on your behalf.
Our Commercial Property Group has extensive experience of carrying our a wide variety of work. We act for both Landlords and Tenants.
Our approach is business like and we seek to ascertain your requirements and to work hard to achieve them within the time scale available.
We shall deal with your matter professionally, effectively and efficiently. We recognise the importance of meeting deadlines. At all times our aim is to exceed our clients' expectations.
The spectrum of our Commercial Property work ranges from drafting new leases (including leases excluding the lease renewal provisions contained in the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954), assignment of existing leases, licenses to assign, advice in the negotiation of rent reviews and acquisition and disposal of freehold properties and businesses.
We are also able to provide specialist legal advice on licensing. We regularly deal with protection orders, transfers and applications for new justices licenses.
Our Commercial Property Group also has experience of representing both Landlord and Tenant in proceedings for possession of commercial premises.
We deal with all types of cases from small contractual claims to large company disputes. We regularly appear in local County Courts and also in High Court.
We also recover debts and issue proceedings, attend court and enforce court orders as necessary.
We accept instructions from privately paying clients and also take on publicly funded cases. We are also willing to consider cases on a conditional fee basis and are able to advise whether insurance based litigation protection would be suitable for a particular case.
We conduct employment cases before Tribunals and can act for either Employer or Employee/s.
We offer a professional service. We are determined to deal with your matter thoroughly and efficiently whilst always aiming for the best outcome for you.
We fully understand that it is not easy to deal with Family and Matrimonial matters. You may feel under stress or unsure and confused as to your rights and what you should do.
One thing is certain. You should rest assured that we will deal with your matter competently, sympathetically and in total confidence.
We shall advise you at each step in your case to help you make what can be difficult and important decisions. We shall update you of the progress on a regular basis.
Our Family and Matrimonial Group of Lawyers are approachable, experienced and co-operative. We shall support you throughout your case, paying attention to your particular needs.
We seek to achieve the best possible result bearing in mind the interests of all concerned especially any children.
During the conduct of your case we shall vigorously put forward your position and argue for the most satisfactory outcome.
We have a very well established Immigration Group. We deal with most areas of Immigration and Nationality Law.
We offer Advice, Assistance and Representation at all levels including Immigration Interviews (in the UK and abroad).
We help with preparation and advocacy at Appeals before Adjudicators and Appeals before the Immigration Appeals Tribunal.
We regularly challenge decisions by making Applications for Judicial Review in the Supreme Courts of Judicature.
Over the years our expertise in the increasingly important area of Human Rights has developed and we consider all such aspects when dealing with cases.
We have dealt with many Asylum cases and often achieved Refugee status or obtained leave to remain.
Indian Law Consultancy
During the last decade or so Chhokar & Co has developed a highly regarded expertise in providing consultancy services in the various aspects of Indian Law.
If you have instructed another firm to deal with a case which involves aspects of Indian Law, we can provide your solicitors with detailed research reports on any issue. With our help your solicitor may be able to make a difference in the prospects for success in your case.
We offer Expert Opinions, Reports and Statements from distinguished Advocates and members of the Judiciary.
Please ask your solicitors to contact us with details of what they require. We are confident that we will be able to help.
NRI Legal Services
Conscious that a large core of our clients (individual and corporate) have their origins in India, we at Chhokar & Co have actively sought to develop our experience and familiarity with the many issues which affect such Non Resident Indian (NRI) clients on a regular and ongoing basis.
Because many NRI%u2019s (first, second and third generation) have had no prior dealings in India they have no real knowledge of the legal and procedural workings of Indian administrative bodies and organisations. As a result they experience both frustration and disappointment.
Our in house knowledge and expertise (two of our solicitors are Indian advocates who have practiced for many years in different Courts in India) is backed up by the substantive support provided by the impressive network of legal and administrative associates which the Firm has built up.
Chhokar & Co has had consulting offices in India for more than a decade. This has facilitated a close and continuing understanding of and a productive relationship with Indian professional %u2013 including advocates, chartered accountants, top ranking administrative executives and NGO%u2019s.
We have excellent experience of working with Indian advocates in conducting proceedings in Revenue, Civil, Criminal, Family courts in India.
We seek to deal with our clients%u2019 cases by working with our fully vetted associates to seek to provide solutions to your legal problems. We will keep you updated about developments and coordinate any steps that need to be taken on your behalf.
Over the years we have dealt with many cases which require a blend of both English legal expertise and an Indian legal capability.
As a consequence we are uniquely well placed to assist NRI%u2019s with the host of legal problems which they may encounter.
We have a well-established Property Group. We have many qualified solicitors who have several years of experience in conveyancing leasehold and freehold properties.
Over the years we have built up substantial experience which will benefit you.
At some stage of our lives, most of us have to buy or sell a property. This can be a highly stressful and daunting experience.
However our objective is to make it as simple and smooth as possible. We shall deal with your transaction quickly and efficiently.
We offer a range of services and will deal with your matter thoroughly from beginning to end.
We pay great attention to detail, and keep you fully informed at all stages. However our charges are very reasonable, taking into account the amount of work we do on your behalf.
Our Commercial Property Group has extensive experience of carrying our a wide variety of work. We act for both Landlords and Tenants.
Our approach is business like and we seek to ascertain your requirements and to work hard to achieve them within the time scale available.
We shall deal with your matter professionally, effectively and efficiently. We recognise the importance of meeting deadlines. At all times our aim is to exceed our clients' expectations.
The spectrum of our Commercial Property work ranges from drafting new leases (including leases excluding the lease renewal provisions contained in the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954), assignment of existing leases, licenses to assign, advice in the negotiation of rent reviews and acquisition and disposal of freehold properties and businesses.
We are also able to provide specialist legal advice on licensing. We regularly deal with protection orders, transfers and applications for new justices licenses.
Our Commercial Property Group also has experience of representing both Landlord and Tenant in proceedings for possession of commercial premises.
Fees:
We shall be pleased to discuss our Fees and Terms of Business during our free initial consultation.
Memberships / Accreditations:
Law Society Property Section
Law Society Probate Section
Law Society Dispute Resolution Section
Law Society Law Management Section
ILPA
JCWI
International Bar Association
Resolution
Amnesty International
Law Society Probate Section
Law Society Dispute Resolution Section
Law Society Law Management Section
ILPA
JCWI
International Bar Association
Resolution
Amnesty International
