Immigration - Midlands (Bar)
What the Team is Known For
No 8 Chambers provides valuable expertise across immigration and asylum matters. The set is noted for its excellent track record in complex cases involving countries across the Middle East and Africa. Barristers from the chambers frequently appear before tribunals but have also tackled cases at all levels of the judicial system, including the High Court and Court of Appeal.
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Vokes is a well-regarded immigration law specialist barrister who is admired for the depth of his experience and his excellent case preparation. He is a seasoned counsel for both High Court and Court of Appeal proceedings, and has experience of a broad range of immigration and asylum cases. He has acted in high-profile Afghanistan and Iran country guidance cases. "Stephen is super experienced, knows the area well and is known to the judges."
Adam Pipe handles a broad range of immigration and asylum law cases. He regularly appears before the Immigration Tribunal, the Administrative Court and the Court of Appeal. His varied caseload includes country guidance, indefinite leave to remain claims and sponsorship licence revocations for claimants. "Adam is very good; he's as good as you get in Birmingham."
Emma Rutherford maintains a respected immigration law practice, while also impressing in criminal law matters and civil litigation. She is well versed in an array of cases encompassing civil penalties for employers, country guidance and leave to remain for family members. She commonly works in judicial review proceedings as well as immigration appeals. "A very good operator in the tribunal."
