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Danielle Cohen Immigration Law Solicitors Limited

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Danielle Cohen Immigration Law Solicitors Limited harnesses a ‘deeply personal and human-centred approach’ to advise clients on asylum and deportation matters, with notable expertise in supporting religious minorities in areas of conflict. The ’highly respected’ Danielle Cohen leads on the full gamut of immigration matters, including asylum, citizenship and human rights issues. Giorgia Franchi specialises in family-related claims and appeals and is particularly adept at working with vulnerable clients, notably victims of domestic violence. Chloe Spaven joined the firm in October 2024, acting for clients from initial applications to appeal and judicial review litigation, while Nina Sekular is a key contact for British citizenship issues.
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  • ‘Danielle Cohen Immigration Law Solicitors is an exceptional legal practice that consistently delivers outstanding results through a deeply personal and human-centred approach. Founded by the highly respected Danielle Cohen, the firm stands out for treating each client with dignity and empathy, prioritizing individual stories over formal processes.'

  • 'The team’s legal expertise is second to none, particularly in complex immigration, asylum, and human rights cases. Whether dealing with Article 8 claims or issues of citizenship and deportation, Danielle Cohen and her colleagues demonstrate not only a thorough command of the law but also a strategic approach grounded in precision and foresight. Their applications are consistently strong because they are tailored, evidence-rich, and often supported by expert testimony from the very beginning. This proactive, detail-oriented style has proven incredibly effective.'
  • 'What truly sets this practice apart is its commitment to inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. The firm’s multilingual capabilities and specialist knowledge in representing religious minorities make it uniquely equipped to handle a diverse range of cases with both nuance and care.'

  • ‘The team at Danielle Cohen Immigration Law Solicitors exemplifies legal excellence through a rare combination of deep expertise, strategic acumen, and unwavering personal dedication. Each solicitor brings specialist knowledge in immigration, asylum, and human rights law, with an outstanding ability to navigate even the most complex legal frameworks.'

  • ‘Danielle Cohen was very friendly, knowledgeable and competent.'

  • 'Giorgia Franchi has always been really patient in answering all my questions. Her deep knowledge of immigration law and meticulous attention to detail have been invaluable in handling my case.’

Work highlights

Successfully acted on behalf of three siblings from Nigeria, aged 2 to 7, whose mother had died and who were not receiving adequate care from their father. Their UK-based aunt instructed the firm to bring the children to the UK to be in her care and they were granted indefinite leave to enter.
Successfully acted on behalf of a Sri Lankan national suspected of association with guerrilla organisations, and his dependent wife, after their asylum claims had been refused by the Home Office and First-Tier Tribunal, with no permission to appeal further. Following fresh human rights submissions, the Home Office withdrew its refusal.
Successfully acted on behalf of a Bangladeshi national who, whilst in the UK as a student, claimed asylum in the UK as a gay man who feared having to return to Bangladesh.

Practice head

Danielle Cohen

Other key lawyers

Giorgia Franchi; Nina Sekular; Chloe Spaven