The market-leading immigration practice at Kingsley Napley LLP is turned to by HNW, UHNW and high-profile clients seeking ‘genuine support’ across the full spectrum of immigration issues. Of note, the firm is particularly adept at advising on the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme, alongside visa applications through the Global Talent, Tier 1 (Investor) and Innovator Founder routes. Practice head Nicolas Rollason is highly regarded for his ’level of knowledge and outside-the-box thinking’ on all aspects of immigration and British nationality law, while Katie Newbury‘s practice centres around the intersection of immigration and criminal law, with particular emphasis on the ETA Scheme. Other key contacts include Oliver Oldman, who specialises in international protection matters, and Josephine Burnett and Bukunmi Osuntoki.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team at Kingsley Napley did an excellent job handling my case. I appreciated their professional approach as well as the confidentiality they maintained, which was crucial in my situation.’
‘The individuals who worked with me directly demonstrated not only legal expertise, but also offered genuine support during the most difficult moments. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such people.’
‘Great interpersonal skills, fast action, flexible approach, collaborative.’
‘Nicolas Rollason leads a great team. His relaxed and empathetic style is brilliant - and his level of knowledge and outside-the-box thinking is to be envied.'
'Kingsley Napley is an industry leader for high-quality representation of individuals with complex immigration cases, particularly those involving complex affairs spanning other countries. For example, the team is particularly good at representing high-net-worth clients who are seeking to access the UK, including on the basis of higher-value jobs and high-tech sectors. Their cases often involve multiple jurisdictions abroad and a requirement to think laterally and creatively to solve complex problems.'
'Oliver Oldman is especially skilled.'
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
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
Nicolas Rollason
Other key lawyers
Katie Newbury; Oliver Oldman; Josephine Burnett; Bukunmi Osuntoki