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Laxmi is a Director and Solicitor based in our Sheffield office, with more than 19 years of UK immigration experience. In her role, she leads a team of lawyers and immigration professionals and assists corporate clients across a range of industries including space, technology, engineering and manufacturing. Laxmi co-leads the firm’s UK Space Industry Group, as well as the Northern Tech Industry Group, with her experience and interest in these sectors. Laxmi is adept at providing strategic legal guidance on global mobility, UK immigration law, relocation to the UK and complex cross border and multi-jurisdictional matters.

Laxmi also supports private clients with all aspects of family migration, investment, settlement and British nationality applications and options available outside of the Immigration Rules. She has extensive experience with discretionary applications, government concessions and applications under the Ukraine Scheme.

Laxmi is a recognized thought leader in immigration law, contributing to key industry discussions and reports and frequently shares her extensive knowledge on immigration issues impacting businesses and individuals. She was featured in techUK’s Emerging Space Technology Industry Perspective report, providing insights on visa options in the UK space sector. She also wrote for Law360, offering an in-depth analysis on immigration trends and regulatory developments. Additionally, she has been recognized on The Law Society’s Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales and was shortlisted for the Inspirational Leader of the Year 2024 award by Sheffield Chamber of Commerce.

Prior to joining Fragomen, Laxmi worked at a regional firm, where she headed an immigration office. There, she provided immigration and asylum advice, including pro bono work, and carried out extensive advocacy at the First and Upper Tier Tribunals, assisting clients with complex immigration matters.

Laxmi speaks English, Gujarati and Spanish.

Prior to joining Fragomen, Laxmi worked at a regional firm, where she headed an immigration office. There, she provided immigration and asylum advice, including pro bono work, and carried out extensive advocacy at the First and Upper Tier Tribunals, assisting clients with complex immigration matters.

Laxmi speaks English, Gujarati and Spanish.

Education

  • Nottingham Trent University Law School, Bar Vocational Course, 2005
  • University of Sheffield, Bachelor of Law, 2003

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Admissions

Bar Admissions: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

Court Admissions: Advocate in the Immigration and Asylum Chamber

Awards

Named in The Law Society’s Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales, 2025 to 2026

Recognized, The Law Society’s Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales, 2024

Shortlisted, Sheffield Chamber of Commerce – The Inspirational Leader of the Year, 2024

Recommended as a leading solicitor by Legal 500 (Immigration) for Yorkshire and the Humber, 2017

Professional accomplishments

Accreditation: Supervisor and Level 2, Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme, The Law Society

Member, Honorable Society of the Inner Temple, Inns of Court, London

Member, Law Society of England and Wales

Member, Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association

Experience

Provided technical legal advice on complex UK immigration queries and global relocation of staff into the UK.

Assisted with sponsor licence applications and immigration compliance and maintenance processes.

Advised a client on the implications of a company restructure and merger and acquisition, in relation to its sponsor licence and management obligations.

Delivered training to HR professionals on the Points Based System and other UK immigration law provisions.

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Space for Everyone: Women in Space – Breaking Barriers, Shaping the Future.” Fragomen, Podcast, 10 February 2026.

Author, “Women in the Space Industry: Bridging the Gender Divide in Science, Technology and Sustainability.” Fragomen, 10 February 2025.

Author, “Green Skills Series: Exploring the Convergence of Environmental Sustainability and Space Technology.” Fragomen, 27 September 2024.

Author, “How Cos. Can Harness Mobility To Sustain The Space Industry.” Law360, 1 July 2024.

Co-author, “Space & Sustainability Part 3: The Role of UK Immigration Policy in Harnessing Commercial Viability for Growth.” Fragomen, 10 June 2024.

Co-author, “Space & Sustainability Part 2: The Role of Mobility in Ensuring the Space Industry’s Growth.” Fragomen, 29 May 2024.

Co-author, “Space & Sustainability Part 1: How Space Innovation Can Drive Sustainability on Earth.” Fragomen, 16 May 2024.

Co-author, “Elevating the UK northern economy: Harnessing UK Immigration to accelerate economic growth.” Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, 25 March 2024.

Co-author, “Impact of the Home Secretary’s Spring 2024 Immigration Plan on the UK Space Sector.” Fragomen, 7 March 2024.

Contributor, “Emerging Space Technology Industry Perspective Report.” techUK, 4 March 2024.

Co-author, “School’s Out! Visa Options for Recent University Graduates.” Fragomen, 9 August 2023.

Co-author, “Tech Employer Considerations: Right to Work Checks.” Fragomen, 10 May 2023.

Co-author, “Tech Employer Considerations: Sponsored Workers in a Hybrid or Remote Workplace.” Fragomen, 3 May 2023.

Author, “UK immigration: What should tech employers consider in 2022? - Part 2.” Fragomen, 19 April 2022.

Author, “UK immigration: What should tech employers consider in 2022? - Part 1.” Fragomen, 7 April 2022.

Author, “Brexit transition period ended: What this means for employers in the UK manufacturing industry.” Fragomen, 15 June 2021.

Author, “Post-Brexit Business – Is Your Business Ready?” Fragomen, 15 May 2020.

Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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T:+44 (0) 114 289 2132

F:+44 (0) 114 289 2011

Sheffield

Fragomen LLP

7th Floor, Saville House, 74-90 Savile St

Sheffield S4 7UD

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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Sheffield

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7th Floor, Saville House, 74-90 Savile St

Sheffield S4 7UD

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 114 289 2132

F:+44 (0) 114 289 2011

Sheffield

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7th Floor, Saville House, 74-90 Savile St

Sheffield S4 7UD

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Laxmi’s insights

April 20, 2026 | Awards

12 Fragomen Lawyers Named to 2026 Pro Bono Recognition ListRead more

The Immigration Conversation
February 10, 2026

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the FutureRead more

July 9, 2025 | Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration ReformsRead more
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