Kamyar Katani

Kamyar immigrated to the United Kingdom from Iran in 1979, following political upheaval in his home country. He had initially arrived in 1977 as an international student and later built a successful career in the food and beverage industry. However, driven by a desire to help other migrants, he pursued a legal education and transitioned into immigration law.

In 2008, Kamyar founded Katani & Co Solicitors, which has grown into one of the most respected immigration law firms in the U.K. His background in business gives him an exceptional understanding of client needs and expectations, contributing to his firm’s stellar reputation.

Kamyar’s strength lies in his deep understanding of the challenges faced by migrants. His firsthand experience as an immigrant allows him to empathize with clients while providing high-level, effective legal services tailored to their circumstances.

He personally handled the widely publicized Upper Tribunal case of Khaliq, which questioned the practical value of the Points-Based System for student admissions — a case that gained national attention and sparked important legal discussions.

• Member – UK Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA)
• Member – Royal Faculty of Procurators of Glasgow (RFPG)
• Member – Glasgow Sheriff Court Bar Association

• BA in Management – Open University (OU)
• LLB – University of Strathclyde
• Diploma in Legal Practice – Glasgow Graduate School of Law
• Notary Public

Kamyar enjoys traveling and exploring diverse cultures, which deepens his empathy and global perspective — qualities that enrich his legal practice.