Immigration: Human Rights, Asylum and Deportation

Michael Hanley is a leading immigration practitioner noted for his expertise in complex asylum and nationality cases. He often acts for vulnerable individuals, including victims of trafficking.

Managing partner Matthew Davies advises on an array of immigration matters, ranging from asylum and human rights cases to Brexit-related issues. He has a diverse client list and acts for both local authorities and private individuals.

Ana Gonzalez is an internationally recognised expert in gender and sexuality-based asylum claims. She has extensive expertise in representing individuals from vulnerable, marginalised client groups.

"As well as being committed to the client, she does a lot of work for LGBTQI migrants above and beyond the case itself."

"She is a really safe pair of hands for any immigration case."

"She engages with her clients professionally and on a human level, with empathy."

Head of department Anita Vasisht formerly worked in Amnesty International’s legal office before qualifying as a solicitor. She is particularly experienced in complex national security matters relating to the Middle East and Chechnya, including SIAC cases.

"Anita sees the big legal points in all of the cases and makes sure that cases are run effectively. She also goes into the detail to make sure correct legal points are run."

Aisling Ni Chuinn is a partner at Wilson Solicitors who offers a broad range of asylum and human rights expertise. She has particular experience in supporting clients detained in immigration removal centres.

"Aisling is a committed, hardworking and inspiring immigration solicitor who fights for vulnerable clients."

"Aisling has wealth of experience, she is somebody who really understands the landscape of immigration law."

"Her judgement is meticulous."

Christopher McKendry is developing a strong solicitor's practice in immigration law and demonstrates a particular aptitude for handling complex work with a national security angle. He also handles judicial review applications and asylum appeals.

Imogen Townley specialises in immigration-related judicial review applications and asylum law.

"She is a warrior for her clients; she will fight every battle for them."

"She is extraordinarily dedicated to vulnerable clients. Her enthusiasm and determination is inspirational."

"Imogen thinks deeply about the law, and has strong judgement."

Mala Savjani advises on the full range of immigration applications. She assists clients with complex appeals and judicial reviews, and has particular expertise in retained EEA law.

"Marla is absolutely fantastic; she really engages with the legal issues."

"She's excellent."

"Mala's expertise, dedication and professionalism were exceptional. We are immensely grateful for her outstanding support and would highly recommend her to anyone facing immigration challenges."