Amelia Haynes

Advise a diverse range of private clients on the full spectrum of UK inbound immigration and nationality matters, including discretionary and complex applications outside the Immigration Rules. Act for high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and global talent across creative, tech, and financial sectors. Deliver bespoke immigration strategies in collaboration with family offices, tax advisers, and other professionals to support relocation, long-term planning, and compliance. Maintain active involvement in pro bono work, assisting vulnerable individuals facing immigration challenges.

Completed a varied training contract with rotations across key areas of Fragomen’s global immigration practice. Gained wide-ranging exposure to both legal and consultancy aspects of immigration services, with a focus on high-quality client delivery and cross-border collaboration.

Assisted with the preparation and submission of visa and sponsorship applications, while helping clients navigate the complexities of the UK’s sponsorship system. Supported ongoing compliance efforts by managing reporting obligations, maintaining sponsor records, and ensuring adherence to Home Office requirements. Developed a strong foundation in corporate immigration strategy and client relationship management through work with start-ups, SMEs, and multinational organisations.

Worked on a wide range of asylum, human rights, and protection-based immigration matters within a high-volume legal aid practice. Managed end-to-end casework on complex applications, appeals, and judicial reviews, often under urgent and sensitive circumstances. Conducted in-depth client interviews, gathered evidence, drafted legal representations, and liaised with counsel and expert witnesses. Developed a strong foundation in public law and advocacy, with a focus on access to justice and the rights of vulnerable individuals.