Who's who Legal 2021
Corporate Immigration 2021
Seven members of the LDI team are ranked for Corporate Immigration, with Laura Devine, Sophie Barrett-Brown and Christi Jackson being recognised as Global Thought Leaders.
Founding partner, Laura Devine‘s practice remains at the cutting edge and her track record is consistently excellent. One peer states, “she is leader of corporate immigration in the UK – and for a very good reason.” Sophie Barrett-Brown is “a leading star in immigration”. Natasha Chell earns widespread praise for “very pragmatic, with a business-focused approach”. Christi Jackson is a renowned US immigration expert with considerable experience, clients praise her for being “exceptionally knowledgeable, understanding and kind”. Nicolette Bostock is described as one to watch for the future by peers and clients who commend her “deep knowledge of immigration law”. Francesca Sciberras is an up-and-coming name noted for her “in-depth knowledge of the UK Home Office immigration landscape”.
LDI’s New York office is home Jennifer Stevens who is distinguished has having an “in-depth knowledge and is committed to improving the quality and consistency of UK immigration law.”
Read the full review in Who’s Who Legal

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