Ridwan Khonat

Ridwan Khonat is a lawyer currently practicing at Forbes Solicitors since August 2022, with previous legal experience at Hawker Jones Solicitors and as Team Leader at Lance Mason. Notable achievements include being recognized as the most efficient fee earner in 2014 and receiving Member of the Quarter honors in 2016. Additionally, Ridwan served as Mayor Consort of Blackburn and Darwen from May 2022 to May 2023, assisting with administration, speech writing, and charitable activities, while supporting the Mayor during official engagements. Ridwan's legal background is complemented by roles in the National Centre for Domestic Violence and as a Claims Coordinator at HomeServe, alongside a foundation in law from the University of Law Manchester.