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Ian is a Manager and solicitor in Fragomen’s London office, where he provides strategic advice to corporate clients on all aspects of UK immigration law, with a focus on the Points Based System. He works with a diverse range of clients, from start-up companies to global organizations, across various industries, including finance, transportation, technology, pharmaceutical, hospitality, entertainment and media. Ian also counsels clients on other areas of UK immigration law, including European based applications.
Ian has provided pro bono advisory services to Save the Children.
Education
- BPP University Law School, Legal Practice Course, 2014
- University of Leeds, LL.M., 2012
- University of Hull, B.A., 2010
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Professional accomplishments
Legal Qualifications: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales
Member, Law Society of England and Wales
Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
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Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
Get in touch
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- English
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Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
Get in touch
Languages
- English
Contact information
Ian’s insights
March 14, 2024 | Blog post
January 12, 2024 | Media mentions
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Two Fragomen professionals and our BeYou@Fragomen employee network have been shortlisted for the 2027 TLC Lions Human Awards Europe, recognising their contributions to inclusive leadership and a people-centred workplace culture.
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Fragomen is honored with the 2026 FEM EMEA EMMA in the "Thought Leadership - Best Survey or Research Study of the Year" category for its 2026 Worldwide Immigration Trends Report.
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