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Immigration Lawyers
Immigration systems are complex and ever-changing, yet they are often a fundamental foundation for living, working, and running a business.
Whether you are an individual or an organisation, we can help you to navigate the complexities. Our award-winning Immigration team has a wealth of knowledge and experience across the breadth of immigration law. We assist both corporate and private clients with all aspects of their immigration journey, from initial applications through to settlement and citizenship. You will receive practical advice at each stage of the process, delivered with emotional intelligence, commercial astuteness and discretion. We are known for achieving exceptional results for our clients through our extensive contacts throughout the Immigration Authorities worldwide.
We are recognised as a Top Tier law firm by the key leading UK legal directories and regularly provide training for in-house lawyers, HR professionals, and other immigration practitioners.
Our immigration expertise
Our immigration lawyers can help both businesses and individuals with the following:
Visa strategy and application assistance
The Firm offers bespoke guidance for individuals and families seeking to navigate the complexities of the visa process. Our team can assist with the entire visa lifecycle, from initial selection to application, extension, and switching categories. Their deep understanding of client priorities ensures a personalised approach, aiming to secure the most appropriate visa pathway for each unique situation.
Long-term residency and citizenship
Clients looking to establish a permanent home in the UK can rely on our expertise in managing applications for settlement and naturalisation. The service encompasses all aspects of acquiring Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship, including addressing complex cases that involve nuanced aspects of nationality law. Our expert lawyer's thorough understanding of the legal framework enables them to navigate the intricacies of the system, providing clarity and support for clients aiming to secure their long-term future in the UK.
Integrated support
Recognising that immigration is often one aspect of a broader personal context, the Firm offers a comprehensive service that integrates immigration with tax, property, and family law. Collaborating closely with a network of wealth managers and other professional service providers, we ensure that our clients' immigration objectives are aligned with their overall life plans. This approach not only streamlines the immigration process but also ensures that all related legal and professional needs are addressed cohesively.
Workforce immigration solutions
Our team of experts provide strategic immigration solutions to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to multinational corporations. Their services include assistance with sponsor licence applications and the sponsorship of migrant workers, which are essential for companies looking to recruit international talent. We also offer guidance on global mobility and business expansion, helping businesses to navigate the legal complexities of establishing an international workforce. Their expertise ensures that companies can recruit and retain the right employees to drive growth and success.
Compliance and training
With immigration laws being stringent and ever-changing, we can provide comprehensive compliance services to ensure businesses meet their legal obligations. This includes managing sponsor licences, preparing for audits, and handling any licence suspensions or revocations. Additionally, we provide right-to-work checks and bespoke training for HR professionals and in-house legal teams. Their proactive approach to problem-solving minimises the risk of non-compliance and the associated costs.
Comprehensive business support
Our corporate immigration services are part of a broader full-service offering, which includes collaboration with employment, corporate, commercial, and tax law teams. This integrated approach ensures that immigration strategies are not only legally sound but also aligned with the wider business objectives. By understanding both the business and its people, we can create bespoke immigration solutions that support the overall vision and operational needs of the company.
Our immigration law services

Personal Immigration
We pride ourselves on being a trusted adviser who will see you and your family safely through to your end goals.

Corporate Immigration
We understand that any business, be it a start-up or a multi-national, needs to recruit and retain the right workforce to help it thrive.
Award-winning expertise in immigration law
Industry recognition for our immigration lawyers
Extremely knowledgeable and proactive."
Charles Russell Speechlys are very good and very, very responsive. They are pragmatic and they have good knowledge of the area."
The immigration practice provides high level and comprehensive advice. All members of the practice are very responsive and take the time to understand the client’s specific needs."
Charles Russell Speechlys clearly have substantial expertise in the field and were able to adapt to changes in the law quickly and skilfully."
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP's immigration team works with a number of well-known corporates, while also advising international clients from as far afield as China and the Middle East, drawing on the firm's significant international footprint."
Meet our immigration lawyers
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Jeffrey Lee
Partner, Head of Singapore office, Private Client
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Employment
We help untangle the full spread of employment, pensions and immigration issues, for a broad range of businesses.

International Employment
Our team can deliver a coordinated and commercial approach worldwide wherever your employment issues arise.

Pensions
Our Pensions team works with companies, scheme trustees and individuals across all aspects of pensions law.

What's important to you is important to us. Let's talk
If you would like to speak to a member of our Immigration team or to find out more about how we work, please get in touch.
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