We provide market‑leading advice across all aspects of Islamic and Sharia Law.

Our multidisciplinary team supports clients in the UK and internationally, combining deep technical expertise with a practical understanding of Sharia Law principles. Whether you are planning your family’s long‑term succession strategy or undertaking a complex Islamice finance transaction, we deliver solutions that are both religiously aligned and commercially effective.

Sharia‑compliant estate and succession planning

We assist individuals and families with estate planning advice that respects Islamic inheritance principles while remaining fully compliant with English law. Our work includes drafting Sharia‑compliant wills, structuring lifetime gifts and trusts, and supporting executors through Sharia‑aligned probate..

For clients with global assets or internationally mobile families, we provide coordinated cross‑border Sharia estate planning services. We work closely with overseas counsel to ensure your arrangements are recognised across jurisdictions and remain consistent with both Sharia principles and local legal systems.

Sharia-compliant property finance

We advise borrowers, investors and corporate clients on a wide range of Islamic property finance transactions, acting on both individual matters and substantial property portfolios. Our clients include high-net-worth individuals, professional investors and overseas clients, including those based in the Middle East. 

Islamic Finance

Alongside our private client expertise, Birketts offers comprehensive support across Islamic finance transactions. We advise investors and corporates on structuring and executing Sharia‑compliant financing arrangements.