Immigration

Immigrating to the UK can be a complex and emotionally charged process, often leaving individuals feeling overwhelmed by the inflexible and seemingly uncaring system.

The demand for immigration solicitors has increased significantly in recent years due to the rise in people moving overseas for work or study, and those seeking to join family members or partners in the UK. Immigration solicitors specialise in helping clients navigate the complexities of UK immigration law, providing guidance on a range of issues, including:

• Appeals
• Applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain
• Applications to extend a stay in the UK
• Asylum
• Citizenship applications
• Deportation
• Entrepreneurs seeking entry under Tier 1,2,3 and 4 of the points entry system
• Entry clearance
• EU National and family member issues
• General applications to the UK Border Agency
• Human Rights issues
• Litigation and representation at court or the Immigration tribunal
• Marriage visas
• Naturalisation
• Skilled worker, investor ad graduate entry
• Visa expiry issues
• Work permits
• Work visas and other visa applications

Many immigration solicitors also offer services to corporate clients which include general immigration advice for UK based organisations wishing to employ or sponsor individuals entering the UK or to enrol students.

Immigration solicitors also act for overseas clients and businesses wishing to enter the UK. Business immigration (business people, working in the UK under Tiers 1, 2 and 5 of the Points Based System)

Solicitors offer compassionate and practical support to individuals throughout the immigration process, working to ensure the best possible outcome for their clients.

How The Good Solicitor Guide can assist

The Good Solicitor Guide can help you find an expert family solicitor near you, verify their credentials and read about the experiences of previous clients.

The Law Society operates a number of accreditation schemes. Immigration work is covered by the Immigration and Asylum Accreditation, which ensures that solicitors have achieved and maintain the highest level of knowledge of skills and experience. The Good Solicitor Guide includes details of individual firms accreditation status.

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