Lina Amir

Solicitor

Areas of Expertise

Lina deals with an array of matters including possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour matters, disrepair and statutory nuisance claims.

Experience

Prior to Devonshires, Lina was an advisor at a women’s charity providing services to women and girls experiencing domestic violence and honour-based violence. She then trained at HB Public Law in property law, planning, social care and litigation before qualifying into the civil litigation team. Lina’s clients were all local authorities, including the London boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow as well as Slough Borough Council. She managed a varied caseload, often concerning the public sector equality duty and undertook advocacy in county courts and magistrates courts on civil matters. She conducted public meetings, advising local councillors on licensing sub-committees and would clear committee reports for the council.

Education

LLB Law (2:1), LPC (Distinction)

Personal

Outside of work, Lina trains Goju Ryu karate, which is a close-combat based and semi-contact system. In September 2020, she was awarded a black belt after 7 years training. She is also a foodie who loves travelling.