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Immigration - Scotland
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What the Team is Known For

Burness Paull is a leading immigration outfit offering extensive expertise in commercial immigration matters. It has a focus on Tier 2 sponsor licences for international corporates. The team handles various types of visa applications for highly skilled migrants in sports, engineering and technology. The firm is well versed in providing strategic advice to corporate clients on the impact of Brexit.

Work Highlights

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  • Burness Paul provided general immigration support around right to work and sponsor licence compliance for a large-scale Scottish whisky distillery.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Grace McGill
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Grace McGill
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Grace McGill brings great depth of experience to bear for her client base of companies, entrepreneurs and individuals. She sits on the Board of Trustees of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association.

"She is a well-known expert who contributes much to the sector, supporting organisations and networks at board level as well as delivering first-class legal advice."

"We have always felt that we were in the very best hands with Grace."

"Grace is very helpful and supportive."

Jamie Kerr
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Jamie Kerr
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Jamie Kerr has a leading immigration practice in which he handles a broad range of issues from Tier 2 sponsor licence matters to advice on Brexit. He is frequently instructed by international corporate clients operating UK subsidiaries in the technology sector.

"He is a very intelligent, commercial, and compassionate lawyer. Jamie sees the larger picture, is extremely responsive and is a pleasure to work with."

"From the initial consultation to the ongoing support, he demonstrates professionalism and expertise. His communication is prompt and transparent, alleviating any concerns I had throughout the process."

Amna Ashraf
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Amna Ashraf
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Up and Coming

Amna Ashraf is an experienced solicitor who specialises in complex family and personal immigration matters.

"Amna is approachable, knowledgeable, warm and client-focused."

"Amna has very good grasp of immigration law; she is able to digest the material of a case and provide sound and comprehensible advice."

"Amna provides excellent service; I highly recommend."

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Grace McGill
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Grace McGill
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Jamie Kerr
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Jamie Kerr
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Amna Ashraf
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Amna Ashraf
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Up and Coming