Highlighted for its ‘professionalism, empathy and strategic cohesion’, the team at Payne Hicks Beach LLP is turned to by UHNW and HNW clients for the full gamut of immigration support, with notable expertise in the tech and arts sectors. Kathryn Bradbury spearheads the immigration team, leveraging extensive experience advising on EU free movement and UK nationality law, as well as boasting a strong appeals and judicial review practice. Matt Ingham specialises in international protection claims concerning the political persecution of high-profile individuals, working alongside the ’exceptional’ litigation expert Sheroy Zaq. Gintare Plistkovaite handles a mix of non-contentious business immigration and human rights claims, while Alexandra Lane advises clients on discretionary applications. Navka Raja and William Craig Cohen are other names to note.
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Testimonials
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‘I can say with high certainty that the immigration team I worked with at Payne Hicks Beach was the most intelligent, organised, and supportive legal team I’ve ever encountered.'
- ‘Very knowledgeable and responsive.'
- ‘Highly knowledgeable and thorough.'
- 'What truly stood out was the diversity and unity of the team. Each person came from a different background, yet they all demonstrated the same professionalism, empathy, and strategic cohesion. Despite the stress and difficulty of my situation, I looked forward to every meeting because I felt seen, heard, and respected.’
- 'Kathryn Bradbury led my case with strategic brilliance and determination. She has been a source of hope, strength, and support during one of the most challenging periods in my life.'
- 'Sheroy Zaq has an exceptional communication style. He dedicated serious time to examining every detail of the case, always looking for ways to maximise the facts in our favour. His professionalism, empathy, and focus made working with him an absolute honour and a pleasure.'
Work highlights
Assisted an Iraqi UHNW client with a complex visitor visa.
Led a successful judicial review against a refusal of indefinite leave to remain under 10-year-long residence for a UHNW Middle Eastern client.
Continued immigration advisory work for a UHNW Russian with refugee status in the UK.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Gintare Plistkovaite
Practice head
Kathryn Bradbury
Other key lawyers
Matt Ingham; Sheroy Zaq; Gintare Plistkovaite; Alexandra Lane; Navka Raja; William Craig Cohen