Back-to-Back Best Solicitors award takes Luton law firm to national Grand Final
A Luton law firm has been named Best Solicitors – East of England at England’s Business Awards for the second year running and selected to compete at the national Grand Final in Birmingham this November.
Legalise It Solicitors, based at Crystal House on New Bedford Road, received the award at a ceremony held at the Novotel London Stansted Airport on Sunday, 16 August 2026.
The firm first received the Best Solicitors award in 2025 during its first year of operation. Its latest regional victory has secured its place at the 2026 national Grand Final, where regional winners from across England will compete for national recognition.
Organisers have announced that this year’s Grand Final will be held across two evenings to accommodate businesses participating from throughout the country.
The firm has also expanded its team and now provides Legal Aid representation in two major areas of law: Immigration and Asylum and Criminal Defence.
Founder and Director Shakil Shah said: “To receive this award for a second year running is an enormous honour and reflects the commitment, professionalism and hard work of our entire team.
“To now progress to the national Grand Final is another proud milestone. We are delighted to represent Luton and the East of England on a national stage alongside successful businesses from across the country.”
The firm’s immigration and asylum department represents clients in asylum, human rights, deportation, detention and immigration appeal matters. These cases frequently concern whether an individual can remain in the United Kingdom or safely return to their country of origin.
Its criminal defence practice represents clients from the police station through to the Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court.
The firm has a varied caseload ranging from comparatively minor allegations and road traffic matters to the most serious criminal proceedings. Its work includes, but is not limited to, assault, domestic abuse allegations, theft, burglary, robbery, drugs, fraud, public order offences, serious violence, knife and weapon offences, gang-related allegations and murder.
Regardless of the nature or seriousness of a case, the firm says every client receives the same careful preparation, professional advice and personal attention.
Mr Shah said: “Helping a client obtain justice or achieve a positive outcome after what may have been one of the most difficult periods of their life is immensely rewarding.
“The feedback we have received from clients following recent cases has meant a great deal to us. When clients tell us that they felt heard, supported and properly represented, it lifts the entire team. That feedback often becomes the highlight of our day and reminds us why this work matters.”
As the firm prepares for the national Grand Final, it remains committed to Luton and the surrounding community while continuing to represent clients throughout the country.
Mr Shah added: “Access to justice should not depend upon a person’s financial circumstances. Whether someone is seeking protection, has been arrested for the first time or faces an extremely serious allegation, they deserve proper advice, careful preparation and a lawyer who will protect their rights.
“The award and our place in the national Grand Final are proud achievements, but our purpose remains unchanged: to preserve the personal service on which the firm was founded and make a meaningful difference to every person we represent.”
Legalise It Solicitors is an SRA-regulated law firm based at Suite 1, Crystal House, New Bedford Road, Luton, LU1 1HS. It provides immigration, asylum and criminal defence services, including Legal Aid representation for eligible clients.
A Luton law firm has been named Best Solicitors – East of England at England’s Business Awards for the second year running.