
James is a Solicitor who has specialised in UK immigration law since 2012.
James draws on his extensive understanding of the immigration system to provide private clients with the best options available and offers a consistently high level of service. This includes supporting clients with applications for British citizenship and under the EU Settlement Scheme and Global Talent route. Owing to James’ ability to compile strong representations on behalf of clients, he regularly has success on immigration applications that rely on Home Office discretion.
James handles sponsor licence applications and supports clients in resolving areas of non-compliance with the sponsor regime, including providing training. James enjoys working with corporate clients, from multinationals to startups, to develop time and cost-effective strategies to meet their requirements. This frequently involves working as part of a team, with other professionals under time pressure.
History
2021-present – Laura Devine Immigration
2021-2021 – Helen Smith Immigration
2018-2020 – Quastels
2013-2018 – Laura Devine Immigration
2012-2013 – Gherson Solicitors
Education
2018 – Admitted as a Solicitor of England and Wales
2015-2016 – LPC, The University of Law
2008-2011 – LLB, University of Sussex
Latest Insights
28 August 2026
Francesca Sciberras quoted in Global Mobility Lawyer on this week’s immigration statistics
Partner Francesca Sciberras has been quoted in a new article by Global Mobility Lawyer on the latest immigration statistics.
28 August 2026
James Clark quoted in Global Mobility Lawyer on eVisa issues
Solicitor James Clark has been quoted in a new article by Global Mobility Lawyer on how technical issues with eVisas are preventing individuals from…
20 August 2026
LexisNexis UK publishes practice note ‘Who can pay the fees in Skilled Worker applications—FAQs’ by Zeena Luchowa and Ellie Herman
LexisNexis UK has published a new Practice Note by Zeena Luchowa and Ellie Herman regarding who can pay the fees in Skilled Worker applications.
