Kingsley Napley LLP is regarded as a ‘standout law firm’ for its wide-ranging sector specialisms, advising leading clients on immigration issues within the financial services, tech, entertainment and sports industries. Key practitioners in the immigration team include practice head Nicolas Rollason; Ilda De Sousa, who advises leading international law firms on the implications of the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement; the ’incredibly knowledgeable’ Marcia Longdon, who leverages more than two decades of immigration law expertise and is particularly well-regarded for handling immigration matters arising from M&A; and Kim Vowden, who supports leading media, tech and hospitality sector clients. Emma Dauriac, Robert Houchill and the ‘brilliant’ Emma Fowler are other names to note.
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‘The advisors I work with at Kingsley Napley have strong specialist knowledge of how UK immigration rules impact the film and TV industry. They are able to both advise on the law in the context of the film and TV industry and understand the practicalities of our cases, making them able to provide options for us to consider. They are quick to respond, friendly and helpful, and keep us abreast of changes in legislation.’
‘Emma Fowler is brilliant to work with; she is so knowledgeable, calm and professional, excellent with detail and cares about helping us resolve matters, especially when they are complex or last-minute.'
- 'Marcia Longdon is incredibly knowledgeable and always offers very pragmatic advice within the context of the industry.’
- ‘Ilda da Sousa has been our trusted immigration partner for many years. She is extremely helpful, knows the market, has practical solutions, and delivers quickly. Emma Dauriac is the associate working on our matters, and we also find her to be very knowledgeable and responsive, easy to deal with and practical in finding solutions.’
- 'Robert Houchill is wonderful to work with. He is knowledgeable, always knows the answer and is willing to go the extra mile in an inquiry.
‘Super responsive, friendly and practical advice.’
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Nicolas Rollason
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Ilda de Sousa; Marcia Longdon; Kim Vowden; Emma Fowler; Robert Houchill; Emma Dauriac; Kate Harding; Vandana Ruda