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Paragon Law Offices
SUITE 2A, PRINCES HOUSE
38 JERMYN STREET
LONDON
SW1Y 6DN
England
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Ms Emma Okenyi
Work Department
Personal and Family Immigration
Position
Emma is the head of the Personal and Family Immigration department, established as a director and Solicitor at Paragon Law. Specialising in representing clients for family and personal immigration matters. She has extensive experience in all aspects of immigration law and in particular family and private life applications (both in country and entry clearance applications). Emma has special interest in complex nationality matters and has represented clients both within and outside the UK.
In addition, Emma works closely with various local authorities in resolving immigration matters relating to children in care and victims of domestic abuse. Emma was instrumental in setting up a monthly pro bono immigration advice surgery service for users of Nottingham Citizens Advice Bureau- the advice surgery has been running for over 7 years.
Career
Emma joined Paragon Law in September 2012 as a Senior Caseworker. She subsequently trained as a Solicitor and qualified on 3 April 2017, in 2022 Emma was made a Director at Paragon Law. Prior to joining Paragon Law, Emma trained and worked as a Senior Caseworker for Refugee and Migrant Justice (2009 to 2010).
A dedicated, client orientated solicitor, in which throughout her work, Emma Okenyi ensures clients are kept updated during the application process and breaks down the legal jargon to allow for maximum understanding.
Areas Of Work
- Entry Clearance Spouse visa.
- Advising individuals on all aspects of UK immigration law and nationality.
- Helping families to navigate the complex requirements of family visas including the partner visa, parent visa, child visa, adult dependent relative visa, and victim of domestic violence applications.
- Applications for naturalisation (British citizenship applications), citizenship registration and other complex nationality matters.
Languages
English (United Kingdom) and Swahili
Memberships
Law Society – ILPA (2023)
Education
- Birmingham College of Law – Legal Practice Course [2003 – 2004]
- University of Hull LLB – Bachelor of Laws (Hons) [2000 – 2003]
Lawyer Rankings
East Midlands > Employment > Immigration
(Rising stars)Praised for its ‘second to none service and advice’, Paragon Law is highly recommended for employers looking for assistance on sponsorship matters, skilled worker applications, transferring senior or specialist staff, challenging Home Office decisions and all manner of HR matters. Team head Thalej Vasishta is the go-to advisor for German clients, overseas companies and entrepreneurs looking to relocate to the UK. Kirin Abbas remains active advising on business immigration, while Deirdre Sheahan represents asylum seekers. Emma Okenyi leads the personal and family immigration department and has an interest in complex British citizenship cases and long residency applications.