Shepherd and Wedderburn has launched an international families group in response to a surge in demand for legal advice from overseas clients wishing to relocate to the UK.
The immigration route for British national (overseas) citizens in Hong Kong, the covid-19 pandemic and geopolitical factors have led to increased demand from individuals and families for legal advice on relocating to the UK, including immigration, buying residential and commercial property, personal tax and employment.
Shepherd and Wedderburn’s group is assisting clients with matters including:
- identifying the best visa options for clients and their families;
- supporting EU nationals who are making applications under the EU Settlement Scheme or obtaining a first British passport for an EU child;
- buying residential property in the UK;
- establishing a business in the UK, including VAT registration, insurance and data protection registration;
- employment matters; and
- personal tax, succession and estate planning.
Management
The international families group is led by Gillian Campbell, a partner in the firm’s private client team, and Jacqueline Moore, head of immigration.
Campbell said: “The multitude and complexity of legal considerations accompanying a move to a new country can seem overwhelming. The international families group supports clients and their families at every turn to ease the burden during what can be a challenging time.
“The international families group allows clients to begin a new chapter of their lives with confidence and peace of mind.”
Moore added: “We have seen a significant increase in interest from international families looking to relocate to Scotland and the wider UK. The UK government’s new Hong Kong British national (overseas) visa and the covid-19 pandemic have prompted many people to take stock and reconsider where they want to build a life with their family.”
