Immigration

Kenworthy's Chambers is a leading immigration law set with a strong bench of experienced barristers. Members act for a range of claimants, including vulnerable individuals, in asylum, deportation and unlawful detention cases. Instructing solicitors of the set admire that all the barristers are "knowledgeable and remain up to date with the ever-changing case law and policy". Key instructions include several judicial reviews and an appeal arguing that gang-related violence in El Salvador was political in nature, making asylum seekers from El Salvador involved in such entitled to have their claims considered.

The set is led by practice manager Maria Rushworth.

"The clerks are very efficient and they always respond rapidly."

"They have a very friendly and helpful team of clerks."

"Excellent clerking. The clerking team are faultless."

"Kenworthy's has very approachable clerks who are willing to go the extra mile for clients."

George Brown is a high-calibre immigration barrister with an extensive immigration, asylum and nationality practice. He represents individuals in deportation and unlawful detention cases. His recent work includes acting in several judicial reviews. "He is very experienced and knowledgeable, with the ability to pick up a case and master the facts and legal points quickly. He is also an effective advocate." "He is a top-notch immigration barrister with strong advocacy skills and a good rapport with clients." "George is knowledgeable, comprehensive, and tenacious in his advocacy."

Jonathan Greer has established himself as a firm favourite with immigration solicitors. He has notable experience in matters relating to deprivation of citizenship and individuals resisting removal. "Jonathan is excellent. He is always helpful and knowledgeable." "His ability to relay complex legal problems in a straightforward manner is fantastic." "Jonathan is comprehensive in all elements of his work. He always identifies the core legal issues in each case and is excellent at working as part of a team to secure the best outcome for clients."

Mark Schwenk is capable of handling the full range of immigration and asylum matters in tribunals and the High Court. Schwenk is well versed in complex human rights and unlawful detention issues, and has a particular focus on EEA rights. He has experience representing colleges whose licence to sponsor international students has been withdrawn. "He is a knowledgeable and experienced counsel with the ability to grasp the issues quickly and identify strengths and weaknesses." "He is an extremely safe pair of hands when it comes to complex immigration appeals and judicial reviews." "Mark is very reliable, supportive and an excellent advocate too."

Shazia Khan enjoys a fine reputation in the immigration law space, handling asylum and nationality law matters and cases with a human rights component. She also has experience in handling country guidance-related work. "She is an excellent immigration barrister who always goes the extra mile." "Shazia has years of experience. She is very passionate about client outcomes and very approachable." "She has a strong grasp of the key facts and issues at play, and good advocacy skills."

Gita Patel acts exclusively for claimants and attracts praise for her sensitive representation of vulnerable clients, including victims of trafficking and seriously ill asylum seekers. Areas of expertise include human rights law, asylum and public law issues. "Gita is determined, persistent and knowledgeable." "Gita is very knowledgeable and comprehensive. An excellent advocate." "She is excellent in all aspects of work."

Craig Holmes is a promising immigration practitioner with experience acting in country guidance cases and judicial reviews. He has appeared before the Upper Tribunal and Court of Appeal. "He has a very good understanding of complex legal and practical issues." "Craig has strong advocacy and ability to see the wider strategy in individual cases." "He is an excellent barrister, has strong advocacy skills and is highly knowledgeable in the area."