One of the preeminent law firms in the North West for employment immigration, Brabners is regularly turned to by CEOs, senior managers, in-house legal teams, and HR directors for advice on the full range of matters, including sponsor licence applications, dismissals, and visa applications. Based in Liverpool, Brendan McAleese, advises clients on the EU Settlement Scheme, the points-based system, and frontier work permits.
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Testimonials
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- I have been working with Ikram Malik at Brabners, and he is excellent at helping our company understand what we need to do and when. He clearly outlines what actions are required and provides helpful and straightforward advice.
- They are personable and make legal matters easy to understand for the layperson.
- We have used Brabners’ services on numerous occasions for immigration advice. They have consistently been helpful and responsive. Even when tasks have been particularly challenging, their advisors have been able to complete the work within deadlines and provide appropriate solutions. Brabners have given us confidence in handling complex immigration matters relating to our employees, particularly skilled worker visa applications.
- Ikram Malik stands out for his responsiveness, professionalism, and strong commercial awareness. He takes the time to fully understand the situation before advising, which results in practical and effective outcomes. What differentiates him from competitors is his ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear and straightforward way, alongside his accessibility and willingness to support when needed. His advice is always pragmatic and tailored, rather than overly theoretical. Ikram demonstrates a high level of expertise and consistency, and he is a pleasure to work with. His calm and considered approach inspires confidence, particularly on more complex or sensitive matters.
- Brabners’ employment and immigration team stands out for its combination of technical expertise and practical, commercial advice. They take the time to understand the business context and provide solutions that are not only legally sound but also workable in practice. The team is highly responsive, approachable, and consistent in the quality of service delivered. Compared to other firms, they strike a strong balance between professionalism and accessibility, making them easy to work with on both complex and day-to-day matters. Their strength lies in clear communication, efficiency, and a collaborative approach. They are proactive in identifying risks and opportunities, and their advice is always tailored rather than generic. Overall, they offer a reliable and high-quality service that compares very favorably with other firms in the market.
Key clients
- Alfred H Knight International Ltd
- Caring Homes Group
- The Green Cocoa Lab Ltd
- Smile 4 U (Victoria) Ltd
- DJB Care Services Ltd
- MSN & Lunts Ltd
- Care Avenues Ltd
- Inomed Neurocare Ltd
- Living Concepts Ltd
Work highlights
Advising Alfred H Knight International Ltd as the sole provider of immigration advice on the immigration law requirements for all international assignments to the UK from their extensive overseas network, and all recruitment of non-UK nationals into key skilled roles.
Supporting the Caring Homes Group and their in-house immigration consultant with any queries, and also offering advice to a large number of employees on any immigration-related queries.
Assisting Smile 4 U (Victoria) Ltd with supporting the process of recruitment of non-settled dental staff in the UK.
Other key lawyers
Brendan McAleese