Brodies LLP‘s immigration division is an integral part of the firm’s broader employment practice, specialising in business immigration with deep sectoral knowledge that spans financial services, universities, the offshore wind sector, and tech businesses. Tony Hadden oversees the wider employment and immigration department, while Elaine McIlroy spearheads the immigration team, advising businesses on visa applications, compliance issues, and the handling of civil penalties. Additionally, Erin McLafferty supports employers with migrant worker sponsorship and assists individuals with applications for British nationality, indefinite leave to remain, and the EU settlement scheme.

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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Elaine McIlroy, Tony Hadden

Other key lawyers

Erin McLafferty