Paragon Law

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘The service and advice provided by the team at Paragon is second to none. Nothing is too much trouble, advice and support is very timely, online where needed and they immediately gave us confidence of their understanding of our large operation and immigration needs and supported us.'

• ‘The service provided by the solicitor I worked with was one of the best I have ever experienced with any law firm. The client was updated at every stage of the claim, steps forward were implemented on time, every time, and with utter competence. The solicitor took counsel from an excellent barrister and the client greatly benefited from this close alliance between the solicitor and the barrister.’

• ‘I think where PL excel is that they have a past history of doing legally aided judicial review work, so they know how to do it, and that means they know when there is a proper problem which requires quick litigation, and they know at that point to move fast and get counsel. I think they do this really well - they know when to back out of what they usually do and act quickly and decisively.’

• ‘Thal is the head and knows what is required - he also seems to me to be an excellent manager and manager of clients and client expectations.'

• 'Kirin is just great at the detail of sponsor licence stuff - what is required; when it has gone wrong; and when to litigate. Very on it; very responsive.’

• ‘Thalej Vasishta is reliable, provides practical support, advice and guidance, is available out of normal hours and has a very personable approach. No question is ever a silly question.'

• 'Kirin Abbas is also a great support and provides the same practical support and guidance as Tal. Both provide excellent training.’

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Work highlights

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Rising stars

Emma Okenyi

Paragon Law

Emma is the head of the Personal and Family Immigration department, established as a director and Solicitor at Paragon Law. Specialising in representing clients for family and personal immigration matters. She has extensive experience in all aspects of immigration law and in particular family and private life applications (both in country and entry clearance applications). Emma has special interest in complex nationality matters and has represented clients both within and outside the UK. In addition, Emma works closely with various local authorities in resolving immigration matters relating to children in care and victims of domestic abuse. Emma was instrumental in setting up a monthly pro bono immigration advice surgery service for users of Nottingham Citizens Advice Bureau- the advice surgery has been running for over 7 years.

Leading Individuals

Thalej Vasishta

Paragon Law

Thalej Vasishta is a senior solicitor specialising in corporate immigration law. He works primarily with UK companies wishing to employ skilled foreign nationals and overseas companies and individuals seeking to invest in or trade with the UK. Thal also heads up the Brexit Group at the firm. Thal's work has included advising several large businesses, which are dependent on migrant workers and on their people strategy post Brexit. He has been active training organisations, businesses and trade associations on immigration issues related to Brexit and immigration.