Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP is praised as a ‘multinational law firm that provides top-notch immigration support and advice for our global immigration needs’. The practice is overseen by Washington DC-based Shannon Donnelly alongside Matthew Howse, who leads the firm’s labor and employment practice in London. The group also includes seasoned immigration lawyer Jennifer Connolly who has broad experience in managing global mobility programs and the prevention of illegal working, and Yvette Allen whose practice includes the points-based-system, Sponsor Licence applications and strategic immigration advice. Both lawyers are particularly experienced in the sport, media and entertainment, financial services and tech sectors.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Yvette Allen and team are very proactive and supportive in their approach.’

  • ‘Yvette Allen is exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable. Jennifer Connolly is very helpful and knowledgeable.’

  • ‘They are a multinational law firm that provides top-notch immigration support and advice for our global immigration needs. ’

  • ‘Always very responsive and always provide accurate guidance.’

  • ‘The Morgan Lewis team includes experienced immigration associates with many years in the industry and deep expertise in most aspects of immigration law. They are able to handle complex immigration issues and provide strategic advice on immigration compliance matters. They emphasize a client-centered approach, tailoring solutions to meet our specific needs and are proactive in doing so. ’

  • ‘The immigration associates at Morgan Lewis have extensive experience in immigration law and their understanding of legal nuances and regulatory matters enables them to provide effective solutions. They offer quick responses and great support, making sure we feel secure and well-informed throughout the process.’

Key clients

  • Cameron Mackintosh Ltd
  • Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability
  • Corporate Immigration for Companies and Executives
  • Corporate Immigration for Pro Bono clients
  • Proofpoint
  • Virgin Atlantic Airways

Work highlights

  • Advising Cameron Mackintosh Ltd for over 12 years, securing work visas for the West End productions of “Hamilton”, "Les Misérables", "The Phantom of the Opera", "Miss Saigon", "Mary Poppins", "Hair", and "Oliver!".
  • Advised the Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability for many years, securing work visas for nurses and healthcare workers and supporting the hospital with their compliance obligations as a sponsor.
  • Provided strategic advice and support to facilitate the complex merger between Proofpoint Limited and Tessian Limited.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Shannon Donnelly, Matthew Howse

Other key lawyers

Jennifer Connolly, Yvette Allen