P L Simon Solicitors
are a niche practise specialising in all aspects of United Kingdom Immigration
and Nationality Law.
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We aim to provide competent and clear advice based on a simple principle.
Our first question is always whether we can make a significant difference to the conduct of your immigration or nationality affairs in the UK,
since certainty is the key to a successful legal relationship. Whether it is your intention to study, work, invest, or join a family member here,
we will handle your enquiry with tact and discretion. Whatever your needs are, we will ensure that the answer will be in compliance with UK or
European law.
Business & Commercial Immigration
This is one of the largest areas of our practice. We deal with Work Permits,
Investors, Innovators, Business applications, Sole Representatives, self-employed
status under the Association Agreements, Highly Skilled Migrants, and other
categories of business migration. Click
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more information.
Individuals
We handle all aspects of an individuals' establishment or settlement in
the United Kingdom. Whether it is for family reasons, or retirement, or
study related, or whether you wish to acquire British nationality, we can
provide you with an effective solution. Click
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European Community Nationality Entitlements
We have the specialist expertise
to be able to assess claims for nationality or citizenship status of every
country in the European Community.
Current information
As part of our commitment to you to ensure that our advice is to the highest
possible standard, we regularly provide updates on law and policy as it affects
businesses and individuals. You are welcome to read through the selection
of immigration updates provided on this site. North of England: We continue
to maintain our service to clients in the North of England. We regularly meet
with clients in Manchester, now in a more convenient setting to the north
of the City Centre. For details of our current arrangements click
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L Simon
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Important News: Internet Scam 02/09
It has come to our attention that there is currently an internet scam underway
in which a fraudulent company is sending spam emails under any of the following
names: Barrister Paul L. Simon or Paul Simon Immigration Chambers. Please
be advised, Paul L Simon Solicitors are in no way connected to this bogus
organisation and if you have been contacted we advise you to contact your
local law enforcement agency. Any job offer you may receive from any UK employer
that is connected to Barrister Paul L. Simon or Paul Simon Immigration Chambers
is fraudulent.
New requirements for Tier 1 Skilled Migrants - July 2009
The Tier 1 Skilled Migration scheme has replaced the former HSMP visa.
All skilled workers, both in the UK and abroad, are still able to apply under the Tier 1 (General) Skilled Migration programme.
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Landmark decision for migrants under the highly skilled migrant programme
- July 2009
The HSMP Forum Ltd brought Judicial Review proceedings against the Home Secretary on the basis that those highly skilled migrants who
acquired their status before the qualifying period for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) was increased from four to five years should
still be eligible for ILR after four years on the scheme.
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New Immigration Fees 2009/10 - July 2009
The government has announced new immigration charges which will fund sweeping
changes to border security.
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Long Residence: Definition of 'Continuous Residence' (9th September 2008) - April 2009
Following a successful challenge to the UK Border Agency policy on Long Residence
(indefinite leave to remain applications after 10 and 14 years of residence
in the UK) in
TT v The Secretary of State for Home Department [2008]
UKAIT 38, the meaning of 'continuous residence' a condition required to
establish Long Residence - has been given it’s original interpretation.
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Recent Changes - August 2008
There have already been significant and far-reaching changes made to the structure of immigration control in the last few
months, with the introduction of various phases of the Points Based System. More are to come, along with changes to the
acquisition of British nationality contained in the proposed Immigration and Citizenship Bill. We have been analysing
these changes, as well as looking at their practical effects, and will be updating our site shortly with information on
these changes and how they affect you.
Highly Skilled Migrants Under the Points Based System
This year, the government will implement sweeping changes to our immigration system, commencing with Highly
Skilled migrants and sponsor registration.
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New Visa Application Forms
New visa applications forms have been introduced by UK Visas for all overseas applications. From 16th November 2007, the old forms
will cease to be accepted. There are a number of
new forms and each comes with its own set of Guidance Notes and Information
sheets. The Information Sheets are particularly useful in directing applicants
to the correct application forms that should be used.
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