Can I still apply for settlement if I exceeded the absence limit due to Covid?
We were recently approached by a client who entered the UK in 2012. Since entering, he applied for a number of visas and accumulated 10 years lawful residence in the UK. Our client applied for Indefinite Leave to Remain / Settlement himself on the basis that he had been in the UK for 10 […]
Retained right of residence for family members of EU citizens
By Victor Falcon Mmegwa Can family members of EU citizens acquire independent rights of admission or residence in the UK where they have lost their family connection to the EU citizen they are related to? Qualifying family members can continue living in the UK lawfully without their EU citizen sponsor. But a person […]
Tesco found to have copied the Lidl logo in trademark lawsuit. Why did the High Court come to this decision?
In a recent case, the High Court has ruled that Tesco’s use of its Clubcard logo constituted trademark infringement, copyright infringement and passing off. Tesco filed a counterclaim in response in which they alleged some of the Lidl trademarks were registered in bad faith and are therefore liable to be declared invalid. You may […]
Making a Will – what are some of the most common questions about this topic?
The importance of Wills cannot be understated, however sometimes they can be an area which open up some difficult conversations with families and loved ones. For the fifth and penultimate article in our series of FAQs about Family Law, we will take a look at the importance of Wills, particularly making a will, or will […]
Welcome Beverly
We are excited to welcome Beverly Chan to Lisa’s Law. Beverly joins the team as a legal assistant and has already made a great impression on her colleagues. Beverly completed her LLB degree at Hull University, as well as the LLM Bar Practice Course at the University of Law. She is fluent in […]
Is the Home Office now more open to UK visitor visas from China’s Fujian province?
For some time, it has been no secret that the Home Office have tended to refuse visitor visa applications from applicants who are from Fujian Province in China. The commonly understood reason for this is that it is due to the large number of overstayers in the UK from the Fujian province. The […]
Visitor Visa Guidance
A visitor visa permits individuals from foreign countries to visit the UK for various reasons such as tourism, business, study (for courses that last no longer than 6 months), and other permissible activities. The visa allows for a stay of up to 6 months, but in certain cases, such as for medical treatment, it may […]
How to Apply for a UK Spouse Visa – 2026 Guide
A UK Spouse Visa allows a foreign national to travel to the United Kingdom to live with their partner who is either British or is ‘settled in the UK’. This guide will briefly explain the general requirements that must be met to apply for the spouse visa. All requirements must be strictly met, otherwise the […]
Welcome Victor
We are excited to welcome Victor Mmegwa to Lisa’s Law. Victor joins the Immigration Team as a Solicitor and we are very pleased to have him on board. Victor has 6 years PQE (post-qualified experience) and has huge experience of managing his own caseload in Immigration, Human Rights and Public law. He graduated from the University of […]
Child arrangement – frequently asked questions
Fourth in our series of frequently asked questions about family law is the subject of child arrangement. These are usually only relevant in the matter of a divorce or separation. You can read the previous articles in our series of Family Law frequently asked questions here. What is a Child Arrangements Order? […]