IMMIGRATION. Leading you to clarity

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1 IMMIGRATION Leading you to clarity

2 IMMIGRATION ADVICE BOTH TO INDIVIDUALS AND TO BUSINESSES We understand that immigration is often a very complex area of law and that the consequences of getting it wrong can be severe for individuals and companies alike. Bircham Dyson Bell s immigration practice has the advantage of being, simultaneously, a discrete area in which the firm holds a laudable track record and individual expertise, yet also a discipline which combines with many of the firm s other strengths, notably in the Private Wealth and Commercial and Corporate areas. Clients are therefore assured an all-round, commercially aware service. This multi-disciplinary approach is what sets us apart from other firms offering a singlespecialism service or a reduced range of expertise. EXPLORING ALL OPTIONS We regularly have to explore a range of solutions when it comes to helping our clients with their immigration problems. Rather than simply telling you what the law is, we make every effort to help you work through an issue and consider viable alternatives, as well as anticipating issues which might arise in the future. BUSINESS IMMIGRATION The legal regime for those seeking to work in the UK and for businesses wanting to employ them remains full of complexity. Despite the introduction of what was hoped to be a more straightforward Points Based System, navigating the law can be daunting for prospective workers and employers alike. We regularly advise a strong collection of first-rate clients on sponsorship licence applications, compliance obligations and applications under the Points Based System. Many of our immigration clients already benefit from the firm s employment and industrial relations expertise. We are also adept at helping foreign companies with their immigration queries when they are setting up business in the UK.

3 PERSONAL IMMIGRATION We have considerable experience in a range of personal immigration issues. Matters we regularly advise on include spousal visas, settlement applications, applications to the UK Border Agency by European Economic Area nationals or their family members, immigration to the UK under Tier 1 of the Points Based System and citizenship. Our Private Wealth team has an enviable reputation in providing advice to high net-worth individuals and can provide unparalleled expertise on the tax effects of immigration. A SELECTION OF THE ISSUES WITH WHICH WE CAN HELP Advice to prospective entrepreneurs and investors under Tier 1 of the Points Based System; Assisting UK-based employers looking to relocate overseas staff to the UK under Tier 2 of the Points Based System; Applications under the Points Based System in general; Obtaining sponsorship licences and certificates of sponsorship; Obtaining visas for employees and for family members of employees; Assisting sole representatives of overseas organisations to establish a UK presence; Obtaining residence documents for European Economic Area nationals and EEA family permits for their non-eea national family members; Citizenship and nationality; Settlement applications; Spouse and other family visas; Appealing immigration decisions to the first Tier Immigration Tribunal; Acting as key contacts and/or level 1 users on the Sponsor Management System; Advising employers on how to prevent illegal working; Running bespoke immigration training sessions for human resources and/or in-house legal teams.

4 BE INVOLVED The Immigration Team at Bircham Dyson Bell believes in going the extra mile for its clients. We regularly organise briefings and seminars at our offices on immigration matters, keeping clients up to date with what is a constantly changing area of law. We also send out briefings and updates discussing changes in the law and issues likely to affect our clients. If you would like to be added to our mailing list please just or call us. Tim Hayes also comments on a regular basis on immigration issues on his LinkedIn page and maintains an immigration blog on the Bircham Dyson Bell website. RELOCATION TO THE UK Bircham Dyson Bell also offers a bespoke service for those moving to the United Kingdom. As you plan your move to the UK you will have thought of many things that you need to do, but there will be many things that you have not thought of. We want to take the strain out of the move by helping you plan and organise the whole process. We have created a dedicated team to deal with all your legal needs. This team and your needs will be coordinated by a single person with a single point of contact. We have teamed up with a leading global relocation expert who will deal with everything that you need, from crating up your valuables to recommending a school for your children. Contact us for more information. CONTACT US Alastair Collett (Partner) T +44 (0) E alastaircollett@bdb-law.co.uk Alastair Collett, a partner in our Private Wealth team, has extensive experience in immigration, citizenship and

5 residency law for individuals and regularly advises high net worth clients. He was a speaker at the 6th Global Residence and Citizenship Conference in Dubai in Nicholas Le Riche (Senior Associate) T +44 (0) E nicholasleriche@bdb-law.co.uk Nick has considerable experience of advising organisations on business immigration issues including applying for UKBA sponsorship licences, visa applications under Tier 2 and advice on preventing illegal working. Tim Hayes (Solicitor) T +44 (0) E timhayes@bdb-law.co.uk Tim has had a varied career, having worked for large multinational corporations such as Royal Bank of Scotland Group and KPMG, as well as the European Commission. Before joining to Bircham Dyson Bell he spent a number of years at the UK Border Agency advocating before the Asylum and Immigration Tribunals on behalf of the UK Government and brings a wealth of insider experience to the Immigration Team. Tim provides immigration advice both to businesses and to individuals on a wide range of immigration and employment matters.

6 HOW TO FIND US Green Park Constitution Hill St James s Park Whitehall Westminster Station Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace Rd Victoria St Vauxhall Bridge Rd Birdcage Walk BDB Petty France Broadway Tothill St St James s Park Station Broadway Broad Sanctuary Great Smith St Horseferry Rd Gt George St Bridge St Westminster Abbey Houses of Parliament River Thames Victoria Station Marsham St Millbank FURTHER INFORMATION Bircham Dyson Bell LLP is a progressive law firm which regularly achieves the highest ranking in a number of its practice areas. It is also a full member of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association. Bircham Dyson Bell LLP Broadway London SW1H 0BL T +44 (0) This publication is not meant as a substitute for advice on particular issues and action should not be taken on the basis of the information in this document alone. This firm is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (the FCA). However, we are included on the register maintained by the FCA ( so that we can offer a limited range of investment services (including insurance mediation activities) because we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (the SRA). We can provide these services if they are an incidental part of the professional services we have been engaged to provide. Mechanisms for complaints and redress if something goes wrong are provided through the SRA and the Legal Ombudsman. Bircham Dyson Bell LLP processes your personal data in connection with the operation and marketing of a legal practice and will occasionally send you information relating to the firm. If you would prefer not to receive this information or would like us to amend your contact details and/or mailing preferences, please notify us by databasecoordinator@bdb-law.co.uk. Bircham Dyson Bell LLP is a member of Lexwork International, an association of independent law firms. Printed on sustainable paper. Follow BDB_Law Follow Bircham Dyson Bell