Samira Cakali

Head of Employment

0113 320 5000

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Samira Cakali, Head of Employment at Winston Solicitors in Leeds

Samira Cakali - Head of Employment

As Head of Employment Samira has developed a deep understanding of the complex legal issues of employer-employee relationships. A pragmatic solicitor advocate she has extensive contentions and non-contentious experience, having acted for a range of commercial businesses from SME’s, international PLCs to high-net-worth individuals. She has experience with a wide spectrum of claims including TUPE, unfair dismissal, whistleblowing and discrimination. 

Samira is known for providing advice in a personal and supportive manner and her advocacy skills have been described as being  “invaluable for a pain free victorious day in court.”  She takes the time to understand her client’s concerns and issues and to provide them with commercial solutions, avoiding stock, textbook answers.

Outside work Samira is Board Trustee for the University of Leeds Union, a Member of the board for Cancer Support Yorkshire and a National Patron for the National Centre for Diversity. To relax she enjoys theatre and music festivals, as well as running, walking and playing golf… plus has a green belt in JuJitsu and loves eating sushi!

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Client feedback

Was assisted by Samira Cakali cannot fault her advice one bit. Knew exactly what steps to take to ensure a quick, clean and lucrative exit. I would recommend Winstons Solicitors to anyone seeking advice or action regarding employment law.
Anonymous
The professional services provided by Winston Solicitors was exemplary. They were very professional and made the experience as pleasant as it could be. I would happily recommend Winston Solicitors.
Louis
Agents acted,with privacy,detail and timely within a fair pricing.Ben Scott
Ben
I have used this law firm on two seperate occasions.The service provided was efficient and professional.I have no hesitation recommeding them
Jeremy
I found Winston Solicitors to be highly professional and knowledgeable in providing advice regarding redundancy matters. They guided me through every stage of the process in detail and explained everything clearly and thoroughly. I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking assistance with employment-related issues.
Anonymous
I cannot recommend Samira at Winston Solicitors enough. She worked tirelessy to defend our case and her knowledge and professionalism, along with her ongoing support, helped to make a very stressful situation easier to manage. Would I recommmend again, in a heartbeat!
Ben
Winston Solicitors was recommended to me by a friend, and I now know why. Samira supported me during a difficult time and made everything feel manageable. She’s extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and great to work with. I felt supported throughout the process. I’d happily return if I needed help again and will be recommending Winston Solicitors to others. A fantastic team!
Ahroob
Absolutely fantastic solicitors, really kind and understanding people, as well as efficient. I'm really pleased I chose them to help me. Thank you Samira and Dervinder 👌
Karlee
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