Department profile
Brodies LLP

Immigration

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Brodies LLP

Rankings

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Immigration - Scotland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Brodies boasts a well-regarded immigration team that regularly advises corporates on a range of matters, including Skilled Worker visa applications, Frontier Worker permits and also compliance and right to work issues.

Strengths

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  • The immigration team at Brodies take a very client-focused approach when advising on the interplay between immigration and employment law issues.

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  • Sound and practical advice is always provided by the Brodies team, with the risks associated with making certain decisions.

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  • Brodies is highly experienced and pragmatic. They took the time to thoroughly understand our business needs and tailored their advice accordingly.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Elaine McIlroy
    Band 2Elaine McIlroy

    Elaine McIlroy

    Elaine McIlroy is an experienced immigration lawyer who regularly advises on sponsor licence applications and Skilled Worker visas. She has particular experience across Creative and Global Talent visas.

    • Elaine is fantastic to work with – knowledgeable and pragmatic.

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    • Elaine has been invaluable when it comes to advising on immigration.

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    • She is professional, knowledgeable, supportive and approachable.

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  • Associates to watchErin McLafferty
    Associates to watchErin McLafferty

    Erin McLafferty

    Erin McLafferty is a well-regarded lawyer who regularly advises on complex immigration issues. She has particular experience across corporate immigration matters, advising clients on licence compliance and right to work queries.

    • It is always a pleasure to work with Erin.

      Immigration respondentUK
    • Erin has consistently shown that she is client-focused and apt at dealing with complex issues on tight timelines.

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    • I always feel assured by the advice given by Erin.

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Ranked Individuals at Brodies LLP (2)

Scotland

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