Graduate Visa – Eligibility, application process and more.
The recent changes to the immigration rules included some more details regarding a visa type that has plenty of interest around it: the Graduate Visa. This visa promises to allow the brightest and best from around the world to look for work in the UK after completing their studies, but who exactly is eligible for […]
Shortage Occupation List, Graduate visa, and Global Talent visa routes updated in latest changes to the Immigration Rules.
The Home Office announced its first Statements of Changes to the Immigration Rules in 2021 on 4th March 2021. As many will know, the Immigration Rules are used to regulate peoples entry into, and permission to stay in, the United Kingdom. Like any ruleset, it must be updated to factor in any changes of […]
Lisa’s Law App – Your Online Solicitors!
Mobile App You may be aware that Lisa’s Law has its very own mobile app available on both iPhone and Android smart phones as well as tablets, which you can download for free on the App Store and Google Play. Just search for ‘Lisas Law’ and it will come up! Or, find the […]
How can employers promote straightforward vaccinations for their workers?
Vaccinations are essential to the end of the Coronavirus pandemic and the UK is making decent strides in getting its population vaccinated, with over 20 million people having already received their first dose. It is within everyone’s best interest that the pandemic ends sooner rather than later so that our economy, healthcare services and […]
Visa Applications – Waiting Times and What to Expect.
Applying for visas can vary from being straight forward to actually turning into a stressful ordeal. It really depends on individual circumstances, and it is unlikely that any two visa applications will play out in exactly the same way. One major factor to take into account is the amount of time it takes for visa […]
Uber drivers no longer considered self-employed, Supreme Court rules! What employment rights are they now entitled to?
Uber has over 60,000 drivers in London alone, and operates in many other parts of the UK. Until last week these employees had been seen as self-employed sole traders, meaning that they only received payment when they were carrying a fare, were not entitled to holiday pay and were not guaranteed to earn above minimum […]
Stamp Duty Land Tax – What are the higher rates and who has to pay them?
This blog will outline the latest guidance related to the higher bracket of Stamp Duty Land Tax, who it applies to, and in what scenarios it does or does not have to be paid. SDLT is a topic containing many avenues, which we will explore in upcoming articles, but for this one we will mainly […]
Illegal migrants in the UK can be vaccinated with no fear of removal!
The Coronavirus pandemic has turned the world upside down. It is widely agreed around the globe that the main collective priority is to get everyone vaccinated as quickly as possible, putting an end to this bleak chapter of humanity as efficiently as possible. This is why the vaccination of everyone in UK, no matter […]
Lisa’s Law – Here For You As Always!
We know that life in lockdown can be hard, but instructing a solicitor has never been more straightforward. We have ensured that our existing clients, as well as those who enquire with us for the first time, get a fantastic legal service without having to leave the comfort of their homes. Mobile App […]
Buying a Property at Auction – Risks and Rewards from a Legal Perspective
Buying a property can be a daunting process and is likely to be the most expensive purchase a person will make in their lifetime. The most common way to buy a property is through an estate agent, but some people choose to go through auctions instead. In this article we will examine the differences between […]