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David is a Senior Associate and Solicitor in Fragomen’s London office, where he advises multinational clients on all aspects of Tier 2 sponsorship and other Points Based System (PBS) matters under the Tier 1 and Tier 5 visa categories. He has experience assisting private clients on various entry routes including UK Ancestry, family applications under Appendix FM and applications under the Immigration (EEA) Regulations. David also has experience in public law and dealing with asylum claims. He has previously represented refugees, victims of trafficking, victims of torture and unaccompanied children.

Education

  • BPP University Law School, Legal Practice Course, 2015
  • University of Portsmouth, LLM Law, 2012
  • University of Portsmouth, LLB Law with Business, 2011

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Professional accomplishments

Immigration Credentials: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

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Advised on Tier 2 applications for major multi-national organisations.

Advised on the rights of EEA nationals and family members including derivative rights.

Successfully ran Judicial Review cases at the High Court.

Represented clients in immigration and asylum appeals at the Immigration and Asylum Tribunals up to the Court of Appeal.

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Energy Sector Insights: Current State of Play in the UK and Middle EastRead more

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