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Immigration is one of the most complex areas of law and one of the most difficult to navigate. Rules and regulations change frequently, and UK policy is becoming more stringent, meaning that the process can feel overwhelming for individuals looking to come to the UK.
Often, individuals looking to move to the UK to work, study, or join a family member have a range of immigration options open to them. At Berlad Graham LLP, we help clients determine the best course of action for their particular circumstances and advise how to secure the visa they need.
We understand the importance of ensuring a Visa Application is successful. Our dedicated team of lawyers has many years of experience in the UK immigration system, and we will put together the most robust case possible on your behalf.
Immigration Services For Individuals
Berlad Graham LLP, offers a full range of immigration advice for individuals, including the following:
- Naturalisation and citizenship.
- Confirmation of British Nationality Status.
- Indefinite Leave to Remain.
- Renewal of current leave (extension/variation).
- Visas for dependants.
- EU Settlement Scheme (out-of-time applications if there are merits, as the scheme closed in June 2021).
- Visas for EU citizens.
- Partner/Spouse visas.
- Fiancé(e) or proposed civil partner visas.
- Ancestry visas.
- Skilled worker visas (formerly referred to as Tier 2 visas).
- Student visas and child student visas (formerly Tier 4 visas).
- Visa extensions and renewals.
Removal to Refusal of Applications: Appeals and Challenging Decisions
We can also advise on the next steps to be taken should you have a visa application refused. This could involve preparing a new application and pulling together the necessary documentation or submitting an appeal with evidence supporting your claim.
We provide expert legal representation, including at the First-Tier Immigration and Asylum Chamber and the Upper Tribunal Immigration and Asylum Chamber, if you have been granted permission to appeal.
Multilingual Lawyers In West London
As well as exceptional legal knowledge, we are also known for the high service standards we provide to our clients. We will ensure you have the support and guidance you need and make sure that we are available to speak to you to answer any questions you may have.
We represent clients worldwide, and our immigration solicitors speak many languages. These include Italian, Polish, Romanian, Hebrew, and Pashtu, meaning we can talk to you in your native language. This can be highly beneficial in ensuring that all the information in a visa application is correct.
If one of our immigration team does not speak your native language, an interpreter can be instructed.
To speak to our friendly, experienced, professional immigration solicitors today, please call 0330 475 5665 or email info@bglaw.co.uk.
Italian Citizenship
We can assist clients who wish to apply for Italian citizenship on the grounds of:
Italian descent (ius sanguinis)
marriage to an Italian national
the length of their residence in Italy
Depending on the facts of your case, your application will either be processed at the Italian Consulate closest to your place of residence in the UK, to the Ministero dell’Interno (Italian Home Office) or at the court in Italy.
We can advise you what the legal, documentary and financial requirements are for each application.
Aleksandra Broom is an Italian lawyer (Avvocato Stabilito) and has been registered with the local Bar Council in Italy (Ordine degli Avvocati di Roma) since 2018. Aleksandra collaborates with Italian lawyers (avvocati) both in the UK and in Italy and speaks fluent Italian.
For any Italian citizenship and immigration enquiries please contact Aleksandra on ab@bglaw.co.uk.
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