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Vanessa Ganguin and Philip Trott rated in Best Lawyers in The United Kingdom 2024 for immigration

Best Lawyers UK immigration

9 June 2023

Both Vanessa Ganguin and Philip Trott feature again in The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom – published by Best Lawyers – the oldest global guide to the legal profession.

The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom research is based on peer reviews by recognised legal industry talent. The methodology is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area.

Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law Senior Counsel Philip Trott and Managing Partner Vanessa Ganguin also featured in Who’s Who Legal‘s Corporate Immigration 2023 – Legal Marketplace Analysis last month.

According to Who’s Who Legal, “Vanessa Ganguin is the founder of Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law and draws considerable praise from commentators for her exemplary immigration practice and ‘outstanding’ expertise.”

The analysis also adds: “Philip Trott sits among the foremost immigration lawyers in the UK, and is ‘a well-recognised name’ in the market.”

Who’s Who Legal Thought Leaders ranked both as “Global Leaders” in the field of Corporate Immigration.

More recognition for Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law

Vanessa Ganguin, Philip Trott and the firm are also ranked highly in the Legal 500 which says: “Boutique immigration firm Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law fields a strong team of ‘incredibly knowledgeable‘ lawyers, well-equipped to handle work ranging from sponsor licence applications and processing issues to global talent visa procurement and support on takeovers, mergers, and downsizings.

“Founder and managing partner Vanessa Ganguin advises on all aspects of corporate and personal immigration, with particular strength in advising clients in the finance, fintech, engineering, media and entertainment, and sport sectors. Senior counsel Philip Trott brings a wealth of experience acting for clients including entrepreneurs, start-ups, and charities, and on matters extending to complex appeals and national security cases.”

The latest Chambers and Partners UK legal directory and their High Net Worth services guide have also ranked Philip and Vanessa highly again, as well as “Associate to Watch” Senior Associate Anushka Sinha.

Anushka Sinha Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law
Senior Associate Anushka Sinha

According to Chambers: “Anushka Sinha advises corporates and individuals on a range of business immigration issues. She ably guides clients through the points-based immigration system and has notable experience working with US-based clients.”

The legal directory also says: “Vanessa Ganguin of Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law is especially knowledgeable in the handling of immigration matters for entertainment industry clients. Her work includes securing Tier 5 creative worker visas, as well as providing sponsor licence compliance advice.” Clients quoted by the guide say: “Vanessa is a ‘go-to’ lawyer on immigration matters. She is personal, thorough and ensures high service levels” and “She is thorough and meticulous in detail.”

Chambers adds: “A long-standing leader in immigration law, Philip Trott of Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law advises on the full gamut of immigration issues, from sponsor licence applications to matters regarding Tier 2 visas. He represents a diverse list of clients including international companies, charities and non-profit organisations.”

The latest The Times Best Law Firms has also commended Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law for immigration. According to The Times Best Law Firms: “Clients include global corporations looking for a British footprint, sponsorship advice or insights about transferring staff to the UK. The firm has established contacts among Home Office policymakers.

“Over the past year it has also advised enterprises within the entertainment and arts sector in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, helping several productions to clear a variety of immigration hurdles.

Vanessa Ganguin and senior consultant Philip Trott are also known for their high net worth work. They have been involved in two complex cases this year where individuals have had their leave to remain jeopardised by high-profile investment mishaps.”