Russell-Cooke LLP is a well-established group in all aspects of UK immigration law and has a strong specialism in human rights matters. The team has particular expertise in complex personal immigration issues that involve human rights considerations, specifically cross-border adoption and surrogacy and its effect on British citizenship. It additionally advises clients on contentious matters including administrative review and appeals at the immigration tribunals, as well as judicial reviews at appellate level. Leading the group, Ed Wanambwa has a broad immigration practice that includes considerable experience in human rights cases. Bhavneeta Limbachia and Harry Qiu Yu Yu are also notable team members.
Testimonials
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'They not only offer guidance to individuals but also support clients of different professional services firms with their immigration requirements. The solicitors specialise in skilled worker and senior/specialist worker visas, sponsorship compliance, and provide advisory services for compliance manuals and training. They handle contentious business immigration issues, such as challenging Home Office decisions through judicial review or appeal, and possess expertise in dealing with intricate cases concerning corporate transactions, sponsor license problems, and reorganizations.'
'This firm stands out for two main reasons. Firstly, it represents notable clients in immigration law and has been involved in high-profile litigation that other firms may not handle. Secondly, it has the capacity to offer reasonable fees to clients who may not have access to legal representation from a top-tier law firm. Thirdly, it has a unique marketing strategy to attract clients as evident from the online resources.'
Work highlights
- Provided pro-bono advice for a victim in fear of persecution on account of their sexuality, who was being held as a prisoner in their home.
- Provided pro-bono advice for a Ukrainian national stranded in Kiev following the death of her husband.
- Challenging the deportation of young adult following acquittal for a criminal offence.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ed Wanambwa