Immigration law

Immigration law changes frequently and it can be difficult to keep up to date. We appreciate that complying with the immigration rules can be a complex and time consuming distraction from your business.

David Hossack

Partner

David is a highly experienced Partner within our Litigation Division based in Edinburgh.

0131 247 1024

Contact me

david.hossack@morton-fraser.com

Our expert team of immigration lawyers, based in Edinburgh and Glasgow can help solve your immigration issues as swiftly and cost effectively as possible.

Clear advice

We can help you with any business immigration related needs. We can provide expert advice on bringing staff to the UK to set up your business, on becoming a registered sponsor with the Home Office and complying with the immigration rules when you employ migrant staff.

Download our Immigration Law Fact Card.

Benefits we bring

We have a highly rated business immigration law team with an excellent reputation in the marketplace. We have extensive experience in advising businesses in relation to all aspects of immigration law. The team is Ranked Tier one in Legal 500 for 2018/19 and top ranked by Chambers and Partners.

Morton Fraser has been shortlisted for Immigration Provider of the Year on the FEM EMEA EMMAs Shortlist 2018.

Our approach to fees

Where possible we offer fixed fee packages for advice and assistance. If it is not possible to offer a fixed fee then we will provide a clear indication of the likely fee based on an agreed scope of work.

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What our clients and peers say:

Morton Fraser’s practice is ‘prestigious and highly respected’; ‘response times, industry knowledge and strength in-depth are all excellent’.

Legal 500

Leading experts in business immigration matters, the team assisted Scottish Enterprise with business visas and immigration support for those wishing to move to Scotland.

Legal 500

‘Providing an extremely high service level’, Morton Fraser covers the gamut of immigration, asylum and nationality law, including litigation in the Upper Tribunal and the Court of Session. With a specialism in business immigration matters, the team frequently handles Tier 1 (entrepreneur) and Tier 1 (exceptional talent) applications – often in the digital technology sector – as well as Tier 2 sponsor licence suspension and revocation issues.

Legal 500

A client says: "Correspondence was always very timely and thorough with full explanations and clear and concise advice."

Another interviewee states: "The whole team there are excellent. They are always timely with a positive, proactive attitude."

Chambers and Partners 2019

Highlights for the group included advising the relocation company, AGS-360° Solutions on immigration and visa matters for its clients, including BMW. It also carried out an immigration compliance audit for Skyscanner in relation to new-start employees.

Legal 500 2018/19

Ranked Tier one for Business Immigration in Legal 500 for 2018/19.

Legal 500 2018/19

"I was recommended to use Morton Fraser in 2016 by my cousin who is a lawyer, I received excellent service then so had no hesitation in using their services again. I have also recommended the firm to a family member who again received an excellent service."

Private Client

"My go-to for advice, because the lawyers are great to work with, reliable and make the process streamlined and uncomplicated."

Chambers and Partners 2019/20

"Warm yet professional, highly knowledgeable and up-to-date, empathetic and speedy responses to queries."

Legal 500 2019/20

"Morton Fraser, Immigration Division is highly professional in its approach - the team members recognise the emotion of the client and work empathetically yet in a focused and practical manner. The language used is easy to understand for those outwith the legal arena. Speedy responses are always available. Where there are individual challenges the team look for ways in which to overcome these proactively."

Legal 500 2019/20

"Great to work with, reliable and make the process streamlined and uncomplicated."

Chambers and Partners 2020

"Very reliable, consistent advice."

Chambers and Partners 2020

"We would not hesitate to recommend Morton Fraser whom we have used for immigration and tax matters. Very professional, prompt and pleasant service. One feels well supported throughout right through to a positive outcome."

Private Client

‘Give clear, concise and straightforward information and guidance in relation to Brexit and the implications for organisation and staff within the organisation.‘

Legal 500 2020/21

‘The immigration team at Morton Fraser inspires confidence that they are experts in their field. They explain what has to be done in a clear and concise manner, and they give very practical advice. There are often deadlines to be managed, and they respond very well to these.‘

Legal 500 2020/21

"They are professional, timely and customer-focused. They get back to you and clearly have first-hand knowledge and advice for each situation."

Chambers and Partners 2021

"What is especially impressive about this legal practice is their rapid response to queries and their effective resolution of seeming difficulties. They are innovative and able to suggest different approaches to both problem resolution and, if required, funding alternatives. They shine because of two words – they deliver."

Legal 500 2021/22

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