When using MK Law i have always felt like a priority, they deliver an exceptional service second to none
Manisha Knights
Founder and Director at MK Law, Manisha Knights is a Solicitor-advocate with a reputation for an uncompromising resolve in defence of those accused of serious crimes.
Manisha Knights – biography
Manisha is passionate about her chosen field of law and always knew that she would pursue a criminal defence career. Completing her Masters in Criminal Litigation she began clerking for a Serious Crime firm in Manchester. She then moved to a firm in South East London where she trained and qualified in December 2003. In November 2006 she qualified as a solicitor advocate and began conducting Crown Court Hearings.
The MK Law dream starts
After working at a couple of firms in London she was determined to break the mould and establish a firm that really put the client at the heart of the business. Providing a top-quality legal defence service and doing right by the client needed to be priority number one. Not how much money a client could earn. So, in January 2008 against all the odds Manisha launched MK Law. This was in a bid to create a firm of solicitors and advocates offering a comprehensive service.
Manisha started recruiting reputable lawyers and the firm began to grow both in footprint and in reputation. It quickly became firmly established as one of the most reputable in South East London. By 2016 the firm expanded into North London and is now one of Londons most reputable firms.
She is a member of Solicitors’ Association of Higher Court Advocates and is often invited to join round table meetings. Manisha headlined in the Law Gazette in 2013 with her views about the positive shift in the change in attitude towards solicitor advocates over the years. She was also a guest motivational speaker at the youth for “Inspiring Youth Momentum” in Croydon. Manisha has mentored many young aspiring lawyers guiding them and leading them through the many obstacles and hurdles that young lawyers must get through to attain their goals.
Manisha an all-round lawyer
Regularly instructed in Crown Courts all over London Manisha has defended a wide range of offences. She’s defended several serious rape allegations as well as violent firearms offences and has an enviable acquittal rate. She’s also been instructed on and has successfully defended a number of white-collar allegations most notably a large-scale VAT fraud in Kingston Crown Court where her client was the only one of 7 acquitted.
Manisha has also been instructed to represent some high-profile clients in both sports and music industries. As the consummate professional, she has always ensured that those cases are handled with the utmost discretion.
Manisha Knights
Managing Director / Solicitor Advocate
manisha.knights@mk-law.co.uk
07976 517 855
Solicitor since: Dec 2003
With MK Law since: Jan 2008
Languages spoken: Gujarati, Kutchi
Just some of Manisha’s reviews
Highly recommend
I would highly recommend MK LAW for there support with my husbands court case. Trissa Always kept us updated about what was going with the case. Manisha supported us all the way anytime of the day we contacted her she was quick to reply.. on the main court day Tom made us feel at ease and explained everything that we needed to no and also asked if we had any questions to ask.. We can’t thank you enough for you’re support..
Amazing, absolutely the best
From the first time I contacted Mk law they have always been there. 100% reliable always respond back to me on the day. Always turnt up to interviews on time or early and always took the lead gave good advice.
Should I ever need a solicitor I will always use manisha knights at Mk law.
Thank you guys
Shahidur
I found my experience with the MK LAW Firm to be extremely professional, and they cared about my needs and requests. The process was simplified for me through minimal face-to-face interaction, step-by-step instructions, and clear expectations. The solicitor (Manisha) made a difficult experience bearable and were highly responsive. I would utilise their expertise again and recommend it to others.
Conor
I had the pleasure of being solicited by Manisha Knights and Johnathan Melody in a very sensitive criminal matter and received the outcome we wanted due to the care and commitment my solicitors showed to me and my case.
Highly professional, insightful and actually care about the client I would recommend them to anyone their service is first class.
Albin
I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional legal team at MK Law Solicitors. Throughout the entire legal process, I consistently felt comfortable and at ease thanks to the reassuring guidance and support provided by Duncan Burtwell, Manisha Knights and Kimberly Young. Their collective attention to detail and professionalism ensured no stone was left unturned in building a strong case. I never once felt overwhelmed or uncertain, knowing that I had a team who had my best interests at heart. I am immensely grateful for their support and guidance throughout my successful case, and I am confident that anyone who seeks their services will experience the same level of dedication and success. Thank you, Duncan, Manisha, and Kimberly, for your exceptional work!
Amazing absolutely the best
From the first time I contacted Mk law they have always been there. 100% reliable always respond back to me on the day. Always turnt up to interviews on time or early and always took the lead gave good advice.
Should I ever need a solicitor I will always use manisha knights have managing director at Mk law.
Thank you guys
COWBOY GUN WITH INTENT TO ENDANGER LIFE
Mk Law represented me in court and did an amazing job, My case was on the news. I was on trial with seven defendants and was the only one out of seven to be found not guilty.
WELL DONE ALEX RYNN & MANISHA KNIGHTS
Thanks to John & Manisha
My nephew was caught in a very difficult delicate situation which required careful a handling and a good knowledge of the law whilst he was temporarily mentally impaired. I am delighted to say that MK Law provided this service to my nephew and successfully defended him. I would hope I have no need to use MK Law again but if our family needed a solicitor this would be our first call.
Excellent legal representatives
Firstly, I want thank Manisha for her support and great legal representation, she’s very thorough when in Court leaves no Stone unturned in order to get the best outcome for her client. Thank you, MK Law your services are much appreciated.
A suspended rather than a custodial sentence!
Excellent result thanks to MK-Law defending a case of importation of class B drugs. Manisha Knights was very receptive to information, efficient and worked closely with all concerned to secure a suspended sentence against all the odds. She also made an extra final effort to secure bail on the third application.
Some of Manisha’s notable cases
Just a small number of notable cases
Woolwich Crown Court, Defendant was acquitted of arson with intent to endanger life – R vs DL
Woolwich Crown Court, Firearms conspiracy, defendant was the only one acquitted of 7 defendants – R vs AL
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September 2021 Central Criminal Court, Murder, Defendant was convicted and received life imprisonment with a 23 year tariff R vs SR & others
Croydon Crown Court, represented defendant facing Grievous bodily harm – R vs MV
Court of Appeal – successfully appealed two counts of rape in the Court of appeal – R vs AQ
Central Criminal Court – successfully challenged the Prosecution evidence – and secured lesser counts of section 18 against the original counts of attempted murder – R vs JK
Snaresbrook Crown Court – two counts of rape – after 10 weeks of trial the jury were discharged as they could not reach a verdict – R vs AQ
Croydon Crown Court – drugs conspiracy, Defendant was acquitted – R vs JM
Woolwich Crown Court – Multi – handed Robbery, Defendant was acquitted – R vs RRM
Snaresbrook Crown Court, gang rape, after a week trial jury were discharged and Defendant was subsequently acquitted – R vs AQ
Represented the 2nd Defendant (who was one of 5) on a multi handed conspiracy to commit GBH and Violent disorder. Defendant was convicted and an appeal is pending – R vs NM & others