The ‘market-leading’ immigration practice at Laura Devine Immigration leverages its deep bench of experts to handle the full spectrum of immigration matters, from advising on discretionary applications to supporting clients with sponsor license compliance. The firm was established by Laura Devine, who holds dual qualifications in both the UK and the US, while the UK immigration practice is led by Sophie Barrett-Brown, a highly respected figure known for her influential contributions to policy development within the sector. Other members of the group include Natasha Chell, who brings ’excellent commercial awareness’ to sponsorship, sponsor licence and compliance matters; Matthew Wills, turned to by education, entertainment and tech sector clients for advice on their UK immigration requirements; Francesca Sciberras, who advises on EU free movement law and the Withdrawal Agreement; and Zeena Luchowa, who is considered ‘a real star’, handling a range of complex business immigration matters. Working between the New York and London offices, Christi Hufford Jackson is well-positioned to advise clients on US-based immigration matters, notably consular-based cases.
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‘The team is highly experienced and responsive. They are my first port of call for all UK immigration matters.’
‘Natasha Chell: she is fantastic and clients adore working with her.’
‘Working with the team has been a really positive experience. They’ve consistently shown a professional and collaborative attitude, and it’s been clear from the start that they genuinely care about providing the right support. They've been quick to respond whenever we’ve needed help, which has made a big difference. We’ve also really appreciated their ability to manage sensitive and high-profile matters with confidence and care—it’s given us real peace of mind. Overall, it’s been reassuring to have such a capable and approachable team by our side.’
‘Market-leading immigration practice. Covers the full range of immigration practice from sponsorship applications through to naturalisation.’
‘Zeena Luchowa: High profile in sector. Explains complex procedures clearly and concisely. Able to find practical solutions to the most intractable problems. Delivers work product on time and to budget. Excellent ongoing support. A real star.’
‘We have had a really positive experience with Laura Devine Immigration. What stands out to us is how focused and knowledgeable the team is. They don’t treat us like just another case. They really listen and tailor their advice to our situations.'
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Practice head
Laura Devine; Sophie Barrett-Brown
Other key lawyers
Natasha Chell; Christi Hufford Jackson; Matthew Wills; Zeena Luchowa; Sam Ingham; Brian Naumann; James Clark; Ludovica Bello; Amy Booth