Stone King LLP has particular strength in regional immigration matters in the education and charity sectors, and also a niche specialism in mandates involving faith-based organisations seeking to sponsor religious workers to come to the UK. Practice head Julie Moktadir has experience in the points-based system, sponsor licences, and workforce shortages. Julianna Barker is an additional key lawyer to note.
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‘The practice has a strong network and a highly skilled diverse team offering specialised expertise with a high success rate. They ensure fast, efficient processing and provide personalised client service. Their legal knowledge is consistently up to date. They demonstrate exceptional capability in handling complex and sophisticated matters. Their expertise, strategic approach and commitment to efficiency ensure even the most intricate cases are managed with precision and professionalism. They have excellent commercial acumen.’
‘They demonstrate a strong commitment to understand and meeting client needs with a deep knowledge of immigration rules and requirements, as well as employment law and contracts. They are always responsive, approachable, and ready to assist clients with any questions or concerns. By ensuring clients are informed, engaged, and confident throughout the process, they create a seamless experience. Additionally, they anticipate potential challenges and proactively offer tailored solutions before issues arise, ensuring smooth and efficient outcomes.’
‘Team members were all helpful and with excellent knowledge about applications for visas. Instructions were all done via e-mail and were very clear.’
‘Julianna Moktadir was most helpful Very available Instructions were clear and comprehensive.’
‘ The Stone King team that I deal with are very responsive. They have expertise in particular areas and refer one to the appropriate section and the individual who has the expertise.'
‘The Stone King team are professional and efficient. They have supported us through some queries and issues with some of our CAS students and I couldn't fault them.’
Key clients
- T4 Franchise UK Ltd
- The Sheffield College
- Godolphin School
- Luminate Education Group
- River Learning Trust
- Eastern Learning Alliance
- FMDM Foundation CIO
- Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary CIO –
- Poor Servants of the Mother of God
- Prep Schools Trust
- Thornleigh Camphill Communities Ltd
- Community Schools Trust
Work highlights
Assisted T4 Franchise UK with extending the visas of two existing sponsored workers.
Acting for Prep Schools Trust of independent schools with its immigration matters.
Providing Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary CIO with specialist ad hoc advice on the sponsorship of religious workers, end to end support with 5 complex Visitor Visa applications and a mock UKVI compliance audit.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Julie Moktadir
Other key lawyers
Julianna Barker