The business immigration team at Bird & Bird LLP forms part of the firm’s international HR services group and incorporates employment, benefits and tax advice. The group advises on the full range of business immigration law and has unique sector-specific expertise in tech. Practice head Yuichi Sekine ‘leads his team to a very high standard’ and is particularly knowledgeable in complex mobility and compliance issues, with a client base that includes governments, tech start-ups, unicorns and multinational companies. Jonathan Goldsworthy is another key contact and has expertise in the full range of business immigration issues.

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  • 'Excellent knowledge and expertise, and good understanding of client's needs. ’

  • ‘Yuichi Sekine is knowledgeable, resourceful and competent. He is also prompt and responsive. ’

  • ‘Yuichi is incredibly knowledgeable and leads his team to a very high standard, resulting in good results from this team. He is very attentive to clients' needs and has always been able to assist us when needed. His advice is thoughtful and strategic.’

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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
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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.

Yuichi Sekine

Other key lawyers

Jonathan Goldsworthy