Bird & Bird LLP
Bird & Bird LLP prioritises bespoke immigration services for key clients over high-volume work, and has developed a strong specialisation in advising clients in various sectors within the wider tech industry; the firm advises a number of major multinational clients, but the firm’s core clients are innovative businesses operating in fintech, videogames, AI, medicine, and telecoms. Legal director Yuichi Sekine heads the practice, and is experienced in acting for tech-focussed start-ups, unicorns, and established multinationals, reflecting the focus of the wider firm. Jonathan Goldsworthy is noted for his strength in assisting US companies wishing to relocate key talent to the UK or EU.
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‘The Bird & Bird immigration team is highly skilled and efficient. They work well as a team, and alongside me, to streamline and optimise the immigration process. They have a deep understanding of immigration laws and procedures. The team provides guidance to applicants and ensures compliance with immigration requirements.’
‘The team demonstrates expertise, knowledge, proactive problem-solving, strong communication, professionalism, adaptability, and collaboration.’
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Yuichi Sekine