Welcome



Officially launched in 1995, The Association of Muslim Lawyers (AML) works on issues of importance and significance to Muslims in the UK as well as highlighting issues that affect Muslims internationally.

The main aim of AML is to provide a platform where such issues can be introduced, debated and procedures set in place to bring about desired results. This aim has been implemented by means of seminars and conferences, as well as through the AML newsletter The Muslim Lawyer.

The membership of AML comprises of lawyers and non-lawyers, practitioners and students, as well as Muslims and non-Muslims. The AML welcomes the contribution of those who believe in the Objectives that the AML has set itself.

Latest News/Events



Citizens For Sanctuary

December 28th, 2009

The long-awaited CITIZENS for Sanctuary booklet which tells ordinary people what they can do to ‘save sanctuary’ is now available. The funky booklet digests the Independent Asylum Commission’s 180 recommendations into 10 key issues and solutions, and then suggests practical actions for citizens to implement the Commission’s recommendations in their community.

SAVING SANCTUARY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION LAUNCHED ON THE SOUTH BANK - Saving Sanctuary juxtaposes the portraits and stories of those who have fled horrific situations in Zimbabwe, Darfur and Kosovo, and found sanctuary in the UK, with portraits of ordinary British people who explain where they find sanctuary.

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Minority Lawyers Conference 2009, Diversity: Less Talk More Action

December 28th, 2009

AML Executive Committee members Ismet Rawat and Humaira Bajwa are once again members of the Planning Committee for the conference along with members from the Black Solicitors Network, Society of Asian Lawyers and other minority groups to put together another dynamic conference. Watch this space.




Launch of The Independent Asylum Commission

December 28th, 2009

The Independent Asylum Commission in association with Citizen Organising Foundation present:

Sir John Waite and Ifath Nawaz are pleased to announce the forthcoming launch of The Independent Asylum Commission’s Interim Findings

In the Grand Committee Chamber (off Westminster Hall) House of Commons on 27th March 2008 at 11:00

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Annual General Meeting – Sept 2009

February 7th, 2009

Meeting to be held in London

President’s Report for last 12 months available soon




Minority Lawyers Conference 25th April 2009

February 7th, 2009

The Law Society, Chancery Lane, London





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Minority Lawyers Conference 2009, Diversity: Less Talk More Action Awards Ceremony Winners 2009
Association Of Muslim Lawyers Dinner And Awards Ceremony
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AML Legal Roadshow Booking Form

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AML LEGAL ROADSHOW OF SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS

In 2010 The AML is bringing a Legal road show to major cities this year which will focus on key issues affecting mosques, trusts, charities and other voluntary organisations.

  • Employment Law Issues in the Workplace
  • International Charitable Transactions and Operations
  • Immigration Law Issues in the Workplace
  • Operation of Mosques and Understanding the Law
  • Anti Terror measures and impact on the community





The independent asylum commission conducted its review of the UK asylum system between October 2006 and July 2008. Ifath Nawaz, President of AML and Sir John Waite, Co – Chaired the Commission which has now completed its work and has produced over 180 recommendations to safeguard people who seek sanctuary here, while restoring public confidence in the UK’s role as a place of sanctuary for those fleeing persecution. Full reports please go to Legal Resources link.


The Guide has been produced to help law enforcement agencies and Muslims who find themselves caught up in the operations of law enforcement agencies – to organise themselves, to be aware of the issues that arise together with recommended a action plan and to serve as an information pack in what is inevitably a very difficult time for all involved.