Overseen by Anita de Atouguia, Doyle Clayton's practice advises on all aspects of UK immigration law and is praised for its ‘attention to detail, integrity, and great responsiveness’. Working with a diverse range of clients, the group’s expertise includes Global Talent and Innovator Founder applications, human rights issues and applications from EU nationals and family members. Malini Skandachanmugarasan ‘knows the intricacies of the laws and regulations’ and specialises in the full range of UK immigration law, with particular skill in handling discretionary applications for individuals and families unable meet requirements under the immigration rules, in addition to late EU Settlement Scheme applications. The group also includes Anna Blackden, who is a specialist in education and student immigration matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The knowledge of the team on immigration matters is extensive but the difference is the attention to detail and to each client, which is exemplary.’

  • ‘They demonstrate a high level of responsiveness to inquiries or questions.’

  • ‘They have been very polite, friendly, professional and confident during the entire length of the case. They were very responsive to my queries and were very clear and direct in communication and their approach helped me calm down and have confidence in my case.'

  • ‘Malini Skandachanmugarasan's compassion and caring nature make the services personal. Also, her expertise and competence create confidence for the client and the team around her.’

  • ‘Very clear attention to detail, integrity, and great responsiveness.’

  • ‘Their service is excellent, from initial communication through to completion.’

  • ‘Always willing to provide help and advice through the process. Excellent service.’

  • ‘Malini Skandachanmugarasan knows the intricacies of the laws and regulations.’

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Anita de Atouguia

Other key lawyers

Malini Skandachanmugarasan, Anna Blackden