I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional team at MK Law Solicitors. Special mention for Terisa, Tom, Alex & Hesham. I constantly felt comfortable and at ease whilst in communication and in person. They handled my case assertively and professionally and could not have asked for more.
Hesham Puri
Hesham qualified as a solicitor in 2004 and as a Crown Court Advocate in 2008. He joined MK Law in 2008, where his commitment, leadership, and alignment with the firm’s ethos were quickly recognised. He was appointed Partner in 2009 and became a Director in 2011
Hesham specialises in defending clients facing the most serious and complex criminal allegations, including murder, large-scale fraud, and drug importation. He also regularly leads on the firm’s white-collar and financial crime work, including high-value and technically complex matters such as a £3–4 million cryptocurrency fraud case. In addition, Hesham heads MK Law’s Military Law practice, advising and representing service personnel across a wide range of matters.
Notable Cases and Advocacy
With extensive experience in trial preparation and courtroom advocacy, Hesham has acted in numerous high-profile cases. These include the defence of individuals accused of terrorism offences at Buckingham Palace, the so-called “Golden Visa” lawyer alleged to have misappropriated €10 million from clients, one of the defendants in the Nicholas van Hoogstraten murder case, the £10 million “cocaine yacht” prosecution, and defendants in the £17 million Hatton Garden jewellery heist. He is known for his high acquittal rate and for his unwavering commitment to the fundamental principle that every client is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Professional Leadership and Reputation
Hesham is highly regarded within the criminal justice community. He has served as Treasurer of the London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association and was appointed President in 2022 during one of the most challenging periods for the profession, marked by industrial action and significant disruption. During this time, he was frequently sought out for comment by national media and was quoted in leading outlets including The Times, The Guardian, and The Mirror.
Hesham Puri
Company Director / Solicitor Advocate
hesham.puri@mk-law.co.uk
07881 785 766
Solicitor since: 2004
With MK Law since: 2008
Languages spoken: Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi
Just some of Hesh’s reviews
Chloe
Very helpful, after speaking with Hesham I felt very confident about going to court. Definitely recommend
Life saving bastions of justice and righteousness
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to MK Law for handling my case. Thanks to their professional research and investigative skills, I was found not guilty of the allegation of assault against me. I was shocked that such false accusations could be made, but with only three weeks to gather materials for the case, MK Law proved to be a reliable ally. I am immensely grateful for Hesham Puri’s courtroom expertise and professionalism in presenting my case. Terisa Chaudary’s efficient background checks and collection of necessary documents within such a short timeframe were crucial to the successful outcome of the case. The thorough investigation on the alleged victims, which revealed a history of assaulting others, played a significant role in proving my innocence. I have never committed assault, and the support provided by MK Law was invaluable during this challenging time. I highly recommend them and would like to award them a five-star rating for their exceptional professionalism and dedication to their clients.
Exceptional legal team
I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional legal team at MK Law Solicitors. I had a crown court case Hesham & Tom where amazing, they stepped up even when the chances where very slim. I know at least 3 people that dealt with MK Law This guys never give up they just don’t loose. unbelievable. highly recommended
Gemma
I used Hesham Puri from MK Law to represent me. From the start right up until the very end he was absolutely brilliant. He kept me regularly updated on my case and communicated everyday without fail even with his busy schedule. During such a stressful time I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor to have on my side. I would recommend him due to being reliable, extremely knowledgeable on the law, and he will guaranteed do a great job to get the best result for you.
Kimberly
I am delighted to share my experience with MK Law, an outstanding legal team that has made an indelible impact on my family’s life. From the moment we engaged their services, it was evident that we were in capable hands. MK Law not only demonstrated expertise in their field but also displayed a level of compassion and understanding that truly set them apart.
Throughout our journey with MK Law, their team exhibited a remarkable dedication to our case. They navigated complex legal matters with precision and clarity, ensuring that we were well-informed and supported every step of the way. What truly impressed me was their commitment to not just resolving our legal issues but also alleviating the accompanying stress and uncertainty.
Moreover, the level of professionalism displayed by MK Law was exemplary. Communication was prompt and transparent, and they always took the time to address any concerns or questions we had, no matter how trivial they may have seemed. This level of attentiveness fostered a sense of trust and confidence in their abilities, which proved invaluable throughout our interactions.
In conclusion, I am immensely grateful to MK Law and Hesh for their outstanding service and unwavering support. They have made a positive impact on my family’s life, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in need of legal assistance.
N
Excellent knowledge and experience
My experience with Mr puri is very good, highly recommended, he has excellent knowledge and experience about criminal laws and how to handle false allegation crime cases. He allocates proper time to understand the case and thoroughly explains police and cps for false baseless allegations by other party on his client.
The main other quality is he is very genuine, honest and never tried to grab money from client by showing false threats like few other solicitors. he understands client financial and mental situation when any one done false allegations, due to false allegation and other loss my financial and mental situation was not good, I disturb him also few times but he easily approachable, he gave so much confident to me during my case and reduce my worries about false allegations and never tried to grab more money like other solicitors.
Saby
Professional and experienced
Hesham has been referred by one of my friend. He is very professional and experienced solicitor. He always helped and guided me with proper advice while my case was going on. He brought my case to closure successfully. I wish him all the best.
Karl
Thank you
Thank you again to the team at mk law. Hesham and Emma not 4 getting tim green who as look after me twice now thank you again and keep doing what you do. Love you all and have a great Christmas and New year. Thank care THANK YOU SO MUCH
Lemmy
Five stars
I want to use this opportunity to thank Mr Hesham Of MK Law Solicitors. Your advice and experience is amazing. I definitely recommend you to anyone who needs a very good lawyer to defend them and have a positive result all day. Five Stars Law Firm
Andy
First class solicitors
I have been working with Hesham Puri from MK Law Solicitors for the last 9 months in what has been extremely difficult circumstances for me. He has guided me though the very complex legal system to help me understand and I have felt completely at ease with everything. He has been a pleasure to work with and I would not hesitate in recommending Hesham or MK Law to anybody who is considering using their services. Many thanks to Hesham and the team at MK Law.
Some of Hesh’s press features
Featured in the Law Gazette, Hesham stands out as a director whose work reflects his sharp legal insight.
Appearing on Channel 4 News, he spoke with clarity and conviction on Action for Justice.
Feature in an The Times article examining the growing shortage of criminal solicitors. Subscription required.
Podcast conversation with Maria Arpa exploring the challenges facing legal aid & the fight for justice.
Some of Hesh’s notable cases
Hesham Puri represented a defendant in a nationally reported case, including BBC News coverage, arising from a fatal road traffic collision in which a four-year-old boy died; although the defendant accepted deliberately driving into another vehicle, the defence argued there was no intent to cause serious harm. After a three-week trial focused heavily on expert collision evidence and intent, the jury acquitted the defendant of murder, following earlier guilty pleas to manslaughter and causing grievous bodily harm without intent.
Hesham Puri successfully defended a member of the Royal Air Force charged with sexual assault following allegations at RAF Brize Norton, instructing Omar Soliman in a three-day trial at Bulford Court Martial Centre. Relying on section 41 evidence to contextualise consent, the defence secured a unanimous Not Guilty verdict after just one hour of deliberation.
Hesham represented one of the five men jailed for their role in the £14 million Hatton Garden safety deposit box jewellery raid, an audacious and meticulously planned burglary that captured national and international attention. The case became one of the most notorious criminal prosecutions in recent UK history, highlighting both the scale of the theft and the sophistication of the offending.
Represented a defendant who used a sword to attack police officers outside Buckingham Palace on 25 August 2017 whilst he shouted Allahu Akbar. He was disarmed by two unarmed police officers. In December 2018 he was cleared of terror charges as he argued that he had only wanted to be killed by police and had no intention of harming anyone