Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP has proven capabilities in compliance, training, and sponsor licence work, and undertakes immigration due diligence in support of the wider firm’s corporate practice, in relation to major transactional mandates. Emma Brooksbank heads the national work from Leeds, and Shradha Virji is a key contact in the London practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent support from the Freeths team, in particular Emma Brooksbank. They have been able to answer all of our queries and provide the best advice in the given situation.'
- 'Emma was quick and efficient. She was confident and clear and undertook the application without delay. It was reassuring to be able to rely on her. I have referred colleagues on to her and will definitely instruct her again.'
Key clients
- University of Leeds
- Costa Limited
- CNC Inversiones
- Optimo Limited
- Halcyon Care Group Limited
- Villa Care Limited
- Metka- EGN Limited
- Asite Solutions Limited
- Sofidel UK Ltd
- Celsa Manufacturing UK Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised Halcyon Care Homes on a £10.2 million takeover which revealed several immigration breaches, undertaking an extensive audit, training and put new policies in place.
- Advised the University of Leeds on immigration compliance, with a secondment to undertake a right to work compliance review and advise international staff.
- Advised Sofidel Limited on immigration compliance and right to work compliance, undertook audit work, advised the UK and international group companies.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Emma Brooksbank