"Since having Yasmin as my solicitor I have become hopeful about my future again"

Yasmin Karabasic has represented her client, a Category A prisoner, for several years. After the client was refused a downgrade in 2024, Yasmin submitted a judicial review application, arguing that the decision was both irrational and procedurally unfair.

The Defendant conceded the claim and agreed to reconsider the decision. Despite detailed representations highlighting the client’s significant reduction in risk, supported by substantial evidence, the renewed decision remained negative. Yasmin has since worked diligently to prepare a further judicial review claim, which has now been filed with the court.

Yasmin’s work continues to show her expertise in public law; her refusal to accept potentially unjust outcomes without challenge; and that she is a persistent advocate deeply committed to justice for her clients.

The client had this to say about Yasmin:

"I am delighted and privileged to send this testimonial for my favourite and best solicitor of all time. Yasmin has been representing me for years now and I can honestly say Yasmin is hands down one of, if not, the best solicitor I have had represent me in 14 years of incarceration. Not only is she highly intelligent, respectful and very understanding about my experiences in life. She never takes short cuts when it comes to any of my litigation and prison law matters. She is always helpful and supportive, she is always open and honest with legal news matters and if this is any example of how Yasmin interacts with her other clients then I have to give credit where credit is due.

Honestly I had lost all faith in the process of recategorisation and since having Yasmin as my solicitor I have become hopeful about my future again and I truly appreciate and respect her highly for that."