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With more than 15 years of experience in UK immigration law, Natasha advises clients across industries such as technology, media, energy and financial services. She is known for her strategic approach to managing large-scale immigration programs, optimizing their efficiency, benchmarking them against competitors and ensuring they align with talent attraction and retention goals.

Natasha takes pride in being a trusted partner to her clients, acting as an extension of their teams and providing guidance that goes beyond transactional solutions. Her focus is on understanding her clients’ broader business objectives, enabling her to craft long-term, impactful strategies.

Following Brexit, Natasha continues to help businesses adapt to the evolving immigration landscape, particularly by introducing innovative solutions such as the Talent Beyond Boundaries (TBB) program. This initiative enables clients to access a new talent pool, sponsor skilled individuals for critical roles and address skills shortages in a proactive way.

In addition to her corporate work, Natasha oversees Fragomen’s London-based private client team, advising high-net-worth individuals on naturalization, settlement and EU settled status applications.

She also leads the firm’s UK pro bono program, which supports initiatives like family reunification, philanthropic advisory projects and government partnerships aimed at improving immigration pathways. Her work with TBB includes both client-focused advisory services and broader government engagement to support the program’s success.

Before joining Fragomen, Natasha gained significant litigation experience in immigration, asylum, human rights and public law, representing clients before the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal, in judicial reviews and at the European Court of Human Rights.

Recognized for her deep technical knowledge, Natasha is a sought-after speaker and panelist at industry events. She also leads a team of 50 professionals, providing mentorship and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

In addition to her corporate work, Natasha oversees Fragomen’s London-based private client team, advising high-net-worth individuals on naturalization, settlement and EU settled status applications.

She also leads the firm’s UK pro bono program, which supports initiatives like family reunification, philanthropic advisory projects and government partnerships aimed at improving immigration pathways. Her work with TBB includes both client-focused advisory services and broader government engagement to support the program’s success.

Before joining Fragomen, Natasha gained significant litigation experience in immigration, asylum, human rights and public law, representing clients before the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal, in judicial reviews and at the European Court of Human Rights.

Recognized for her deep technical knowledge, Natasha is a sought-after speaker and panelist at industry events. She also leads a team of 50 professionals, providing mentorship and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Education

  • College of Law, London, Legal Practice Course, 2005
  • College of Law, London, Graduate Diploma in Law, 2004
  • University of London, M.A., 2003
  • University of Kent at Canterbury, B.A., 2002

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Admissions

Legal Qualifications: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

Awards

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

Named in Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom, 2025

Listed in Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration, Future Leader, 2020 to 2022

Listed in Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration, 2019 to 2023

Listed in the Chambers and Partners UK Guide as "Up and Coming," 2017; "Associate to Watch," 2013 to 2016

Listed in Super Lawyers as "Rising Star," 2014 to 2015

Junior Lawyer of the Year, The Law Society Excellence Awards, 2009

Professional accomplishments

Member, Law Society of England and Wales

Member, Immigration Law Practitioners' Association

Experience

Managed PBS requirements for clients in different industry sectors with a focus on the financial and media sectors.

Provided technical legal advice on complex UK immigration and nationality issues.

Managed graduate recruitment programs for global clients.

Delivered training to HR professionals on PBS and compliance topics.

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Earned Settlement – Understanding the UK’s Settlement Reform Proposals.” Fragomen, Webinar, 4 December 2025.

Speaker, “Alternative Hiring Solutions: Connecting Businesses and Displaced Talent (UK and Ireland Session).” Fragomen and Talent Beyond Boundaries, Webinar, 19 March 2025.

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December 4, 2025 | Webinar

Earned Settlement – Understanding the UK’s Settlement Reform ProposalsRead more

October 28, 2025 | Blog post

Claiming British Citizenship Through Ancestral Lineage: Who Is Eligible?Read more

September 22, 2025 | Blog post

The Future of UK Residency and Citizenship: Longer Waits, Tougher Rules? Read more
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September 22, 2025 | Blog post

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Claiming British Citizenship Through Ancestral Lineage: Who Is Eligible?Read more

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Earned Settlement – Understanding the UK’s Settlement Reform ProposalsRead more

October 28, 2025 | Blog post

Claiming British Citizenship Through Ancestral Lineage: Who Is Eligible?Read more

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Earned Settlement – Understanding the UK’s Settlement Reform ProposalsRead more

October 28, 2025 | Blog post

Claiming British Citizenship Through Ancestral Lineage: Who Is Eligible?Read more

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The Future of UK Residency and Citizenship: Longer Waits, Tougher Rules? Read more
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