JMW Solicitors LLP advises on the full spectrum of corporate immigration matters, with notable strength in visa routes including Expansion Worker, Innovator Founder, Service Supplier and Temporary Worker categories. The practice is also well regarded for handling contentious mandates, frequently assisting sponsor licence holders facing compliance challenges and pursuing Judicial Review proceedings against the Home Office. Practice head Dipesh Shah brings deep expertise in UK corporate immigration law, while Hateem Ali and Nisha Patel — both of whom are experienced in contentious and non-contentious work across a range of sectors — are also central to the practice.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The communication skills across media of those we dealt with at JMW were excellent.’

  • ‘With Hateem Ali, we were able to use the skill & expertise of an individual to be able to carry a complex message to a wide range of non-legal people. The legal details of working with the likes of The Home Office, UKVI, etc were made comprehensible.’

  • 'JMW solicitors helped me so much with our visa issue and made me fully understand the most up-to-date circumstances.’

  • ‘They are always with me to help out and make sure all the documents are correct in a timely manner. Without their help, I couldn't have completed the application on time.'

  • 'Specialist knowledge regarding skilled worker visa sponsorship. A very consistent team that takes time to learn my business.'

  • 'Nisha has built an excellent relationship with our business. She knows how we work very well and is bought into ensuring that we are successful and avoid pitfalls.'

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Nisha Patel

Practice head

Dipesh Shah

Other key lawyers

Hateem Ali; Nisha Patel