Mills & Reeve LLP has a firm-wide immigration practice in which the team in Norwich plays a central role, thanks to national practice head Alex Russell and 'exceptional and pragmatic' consultant Tracy Yates. 'They are extremely knowledgeable and up-to-date, and give great practical advice', remarks one client. The firm frequently advises clients in the education, health, charity, life sciences, technology, sports, and private wealth sectors, and is particularly well known for its understanding of the immigration needs of universities, NHS Trusts and other organisations on the points based immigration system. Recent work includes acting as a Level 1 user on the sponsor management system and Skilled Worker visas for a software development company, and assisting NHS Trusts with right to work issues and termination of employment matters.
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‘All advice is given clearly and step by step. Its an area we were unfamiliar with so really appreciated the careful and patient help we received. ’
‘We work with Tracy Yates. She is exceptional and pragmatic and we have a very high level of trust in her. Her openness and experience are a real asset.’
'The team has a great understanding of the sector and their advice is excellent.'
'We primarily work with Alex Russell who has always been excellent and we have built up a great relationship.'
���Excellent client service - quick response times and excellent understanding of organisational needs.’
‘Alex Russell - always there to support with difficult legal matters - particularly in navigating the immigration arena.’
‘We use the immigration team and they are extremely knowledgeable and up to date in an area which is changing regularly. They have great practical advice and hints and tips on how to navigate the UK Visa and Immigration service. they also have contacts that they will use when required to ask for updates eg on turnaround times.’
‘Tracy Yates is our main contact and she is excellent. We get a tailored service and she has also delivered bespoke training. The billing is clear and broken down. her knowledge and experience is the best I have come across in this area of law.’
Key clients
- Triumph Motorcycles
- King’s College London
- Olympus
- Baxter Healthcare
- Red Gate Software
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Charles River
- Multiple private individuals
Work highlights
- Advised a leading technology client on the sponsorship of staff for Skilled Worker visas.
- Advised a manufacturing business in registering as a sponsor for Skilled Worker visas under the points based system.
- Delivered immigration training to the HR team of a leading UK University.
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