Immigration
Visa applications, settlement and appeals
From £450 + VAT
- Review of your situation and documents
- Application prepared and checked
- Updates until a decision
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- 15
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- 3
Immigration
Visas, settlement, citizenship and appeals, handled carefully from the first form to the final decision.
Civil Litigation
Contract disputes, unpaid debts and claims resolved with a clear plan, whether that means settling or going to court.
Employment
Advice for employees and employers on dismissals, discrimination, tribunal claims and settlement agreements.
Clear Fees
Fixed fees where possible, and no surprises
Price information is published in line with Solicitors Regulation Authority rules. Our pricing page explains what is included and what can affect the cost.
FAQs
Your common questions, answered
Do you offer a free first consultation?
We offer a short first conversation so we can understand what has happened and tell you whether we can help. If you decide to go ahead, we confirm the cost in writing before any work starts.
Can you help if I am outside Manchester?
Yes. Most of our work can be done by phone, video call and email, so we help clients across England and Wales as well as here in Manchester.
How do we get started?
Fill in the form or give us a call and tell us briefly what has happened. We will come back to you, arrange a time to talk and let you know what documents to send.
Can you help with a visa refusal or appeal?
Yes. We look at the reasons for the refusal, explain whether a fresh application, an administrative review or an appeal is the best route, and deal with it for you. Time limits apply, so get in touch as soon as you can.
How long does a spouse visa application take?
Processing times are set by the Home Office and change through the year. As a guide, applications made inside the UK are often decided in around eight weeks and those made from outside the UK in around twelve. We will give you an up to date estimate for your case.
Do you help with settlement and citizenship?
Yes. We advise on indefinite leave to remain and British citizenship, check you meet the requirements and prepare the application with you.
I have been dismissed. What should I do first?
Keep copies of everything, including your contract, any letters and messages about the dismissal. Then speak to us as soon as possible, because strict time limits apply to most employment claims.
Is there a time limit to bring a tribunal claim?
Yes, and it is short. For most claims, including unfair dismissal, you need to start ACAS early conciliation within three months less one day of the dismissal or the issue you are complaining about.
Can you review my settlement agreement?
Yes. A settlement agreement is only binding if you have had independent legal advice, and we can provide that. We check the terms, explain what you are giving up and negotiate where we can.
Can you help me recover money I am owed?
Yes. We help individuals and businesses recover unpaid debts and invoices, usually starting with a formal letter before action. Many cases settle at this stage without going to court.
Will I have to go to court?
Not always. Most disputes are settled through negotiation or mediation. If court is the right step, we will explain what is involved and prepare you for every stage.
What happens if the other side does not respond?
If the other side ignores a letter before action, we can issue a claim at court. If they still do not respond, you may be able to get judgment without a hearing.
How much will my case cost?
It depends on the type of case and how complex it is. We give you a clear written quote before any work starts, and our pricing page shows typical costs.
Do you offer fixed fees?
Yes, for immigration matters. For employment and civil disputes we give you a written quote after a first conversation, and keep you updated if anything changes.
When do I need to pay?
We will agree a payment plan with you at the start. For larger cases we usually split the cost into stages, so you are never asked to pay everything upfront.