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Crystal Dias is a UK-qualified solicitor with a distinguished career in law, primarily focusing on Immigration and Family Law. Since qualifying in 2003, she has owned Dias Solicitors, based in London, and co-founded Lawyery. Her expertise and dedication have helped thousands of clients navigate complex legal landscapes. Crystal is highly regarded for her work within the Filipino community, advocating for women's and migrants' rights.

 

Family Law:

As a specialist in Family Law, Crystal Dias provides compassionate and expert legal services to clients facing family-related legal issues. Her approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each case, ensuring that clients receive the best possible advice and representation. Crystal's expertise in Family Law encompasses a range of areas, including divorce, child custody, and support matters.

 

Immigration Law:

  • Personal Immigration: Crystal offers comprehensive services for personal immigration matters, guiding clients through the intricate processes of obtaining visas, residency, and citizenship.

  • Family Immigration: She excels in navigating the complexities of family immigration, including spouse visas and children's visas. Her expertise ensures families are well-informed and supported throughout their immigration journey.

  • Specialist Areas: Crystal has a profound understanding of more specialised areas such as modern slavery and human trafficking, as well as domestic workers' visas. Her knowledge in these areas is crucial for clients needing specialised legal assistance.

 

Awards:

Crystal Dias has been recognised with several awards and nominations for her outstanding contributions to the legal profession:

  • Winner, Boutique Legal Firm of the Year (2023)

  • Shortlisted, Law Society Legal Heroes Award (2023)

  • Finalist, Women Influence Power in Law Award (2023)

  • Nominated for "Solicitor of the Year" and "Mentor of the Year"

  • Recognised as one of the "100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World" by the Filipina Women's Network

  • "Human Rights Champion" Award by the Ladies of All Nations International

  • Megaworld International "Global Achievers Award" (2021)

 

Memberships and Community Activities:

Crystal is a proud member of the Law Society of England & Wales and serves as the Vice Chair of the Filipino Women's Association. Her active involvement in the community is evident in her efforts to promote migrant and women's rights. Her work within the Filipino community has established her as a prominent figure in advocating for the rights and welfare of migrants and women, both in the UK and internationally.

 

Crystal Dias's professional journey and achievements highlight her commitment to legal excellence and her dedication to advocating for the rights and welfare of her clients.

Pinay Solicitor in England: Interview with Crystal Dias (Dias Solicitors)
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Pinay Solicitor in England: Interview with Crystal Dias (Dias Solicitors)

Pinay solicitor in England Crystal Dias is the founding partner of Dias Solicitors, a London-based boutique law firm specialising in immigration and family law. Atty. Dias shares her story of migrating to the UK, her early beginnings as a young solicitor, and how she fights for the rights of Filipino Domestic Workers. She also gives advice on how to establish one's self within the Filipino community in the UK and how to start your own business. ************************************************************************ Full interview transcript available on: https://www.filcomuk.com/filcom-features-episode-02/ ************************************************************************ Topics: 00:00 Intros 02:29 Early beginnings as a young Solicitor in the UK 04:09 Educational background 07:24 Hometown in the Philippines 07:54 On having to be independent and adjusting to uni life 12:46 Growing up as a teenager in the UK 17:14 Setbacks during the early legal career and being the first family member to obtain a degree 20:57 Journey to Immigration Law 23:10 Reason why lawyers in the UK wear wigs 25:00 Setting up a business during a recession and establishing one's self within the Filipino community in the UK 33:43 Top cases handled, and helping Filipino Domestic Workers 38:41 Introduction of the Modern Slavery Act and fighting for the rights of Filipino Domestic Workers 41:35 Flaws in the Modern Slavery Act and difficulties in regularising your stay in the UK 43:31 Heart-breaking stories of Filipinos who suffered from domestic servitude 49:53 Juan EU Konek TV programme 54:08 The Filipino resilience 57:21 Recap 59:04 Advice for people who want to start their own consulting firm 1:03:17 Closing and hugot line ************************************************************************ The FilCom Features interview series share the stories of Filipinos who have moved to the UK, their adventures, and how they found success. FilCom UK is the online directory of Filipino events, businesses, and organisations in the United Kingdom. Dias Solicitor's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC--6RcLsb_6Ccu17nydvKnQ Follow FilCom UK on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filcomuk​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filcomuk/​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilComUK​ https://www.filcomuk.com ************************************************************************

"From the first time I met Crystal Dias I could tell how professional her and her partner were and after successfully helping my wife to obtain her visa I would like to say I highly recommend"

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