The ‘knowledgeable, calm and professional’ immigration team at Watson Farley & Williams LLP is particularly sought after for its expertise in the maritime and offshore sectors. In collaboration with the firm’s employment and corporate departments, the group is particularly capable at advising overseas businesses seeking to expand into the UK. The group also advises clients such as HR practitioners, investors, executives and entrepreneurs on the full range of immigration matters. Devan Khagram and Anna Robinson lead the practice.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘This is a knowledgeable, calm and professional team, and it has always felt reassuring working with them.'

  • ‘Elliott Marsh is an excellent Immigration Adviser. Anna Robinson has always been available for additional support. I think they are a great team.'

  • ‘Professional, quick with their responses and easy to get hold of.’

  • ‘Competent, knowledgeable and easy to work with.’

  • ‘Very professional team.’

  • ‘Elliott Marsh always provides pragmatic and very targeted advice.’

  • ‘Matt Bowtell has been very supportive whilst we have dealt with various immigration issues. We have really valued his advice, how approachable he is, and how he is always willing to go above and beyond to make sure we are compliant. ’

  • ‘The team communicates well and makes complex matters simple. They genuinely seem to care.’

Key clients

  • Longleat Enterprises Limited
  • PGS Exploration (UK) Ltd
  • Eastern Pacific Shipping (UK) Limited
  • Circle Gas Limited
  • Golar Management Limited

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Devan Khagram, Anna Robinson

Other key lawyers

Matt Bowtell, Elliott Marsh