Drummond Miller LLP stands out for its extensive experience in immigration litigation and expertise in personal migration issues. Leading the team is David Brown, whose practice covers all facets of immigration, nationality, human rights, and EU law. Janey Armstrong provides advice to corporate clients on business immigration matters, while Humphrey Ndubuisi is adept at handling appeals at the First-Tier Tribunal and the Upper Tribunal, and also presents cases at the Court of Session. Meanwhile, Sarah Jack  concentrates on immigration, nationality, and asylum law, serving the private and third sectors.

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  • ‘The immigration team could not have been more attentive or supportive during our Spousal Visa application. The team was hugely responsive to both emails and calls and was very quick to put us at ease and help us to get through the application process.’
  • ‘Sarah Jack was always very quick to respond to any and all contact with us. No question was overlooked or seen as an inconvenience.’

  • ‘The team is all extremely knowledgeable and quick to respond. Applications are time-sensitive and it was important for us to receive quick responses and Drummond Miller LLP delivered this service.’

  • ‘Once I contacted Drummond Miller LLP, they immediately set up a free call and took their time, no rush, to learn about our situation and then explained our options.’

  • ‘With 25 years of experience, they provide practical and concise advice through rigorous attention to detail, an innovative approach to problem-solving, and the dedication of a hardworking team led by the most experienced lawyers in Scotland.’

  • ‘My lawyer listened to me very carefully. In our conversations, they were friendly and open to discussion and also I felt that they were showing empathy for my situation. From the start to the end of our applications, we always felt their support in their manners.’

  • ‘The team is very committed to their clients. They have a strong knowledge of immigration law. ’

  • ‘The partner identified what the weak part of the application was and worked to make it the strongest possible.’

Work highlights

  • Advised a hospitality business on the maintenance of its sponsor licence following changes in organisation structure.
  • Assisted a group of 27 individuals to successfully challenge cancellations of their leave following allegations of working in breach of visa conditions.
  • Represented an appellant in a successful appeal before the Immigration Tribunal, challenging the refusal of a complex EUSS application on the grounds of dependency.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

David Brown

Other key lawyers

Janey Armstrong, Humphrey Ndubuisi, Sarah Jack, Anna Rani