Distinguished as a ‘pioneering firm at the forefront of legal change’, Leigh Day continues to strengthen its immigration and asylum offering, with a particularly robust practice assisting victims of the Windrush Scandal. Jacqueline McKenzie heads the practice, with extensive expertise spanning asylum, human rights claims and appeals against deportation. ’Intellectual heavyweight’ Nath Gbikpi is adept at handling asylum applications based on sexual identity, domestic abuse, as well as applications by children in care and care leavers. Frances Swaine and Freya Danby are also noted for their work on Windrush claims.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A very strong immigration team with excellent individuals.’
‘Jacqueline McKenzie stands out for her brilliant, tireless advocacy on behalf of all of those within the Windrush cohort who have suffered as a result of the so-called ‘hostile environment'.'
Key clients
- Stonewall and African Rainbow Family
Work highlights
Advised on a claim for Citizenship under the Windrush Scheme.
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.
Practice head
Jacqueline McKenzie
Other key lawyers
Nath Gbikpi; Frances Swaine; Freya Danby