Swift, straightforward and specialised UK immigration law advice
At Rove Legal, our team of skilled immigration lawyers is dedicated to providing exceptional services. Located in London, we were established in 2020 by Jay Moghal, a former immigration department expert at top-tier international law firms. With a success rate of 99% and recognition from The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, we offer personalized immigration solutions.At our firm, our highly proficient immigration attorneys specialize in an extensive array of immigration solutions, catering to the unique requirements of both individuals and corporations. Our comprehensive services encompass visa applications, sponsor licenses, and judicial reviews. Our primary goal is to establish ambitious yet attainable immigration objectives for our clients.
Served areas
- Personal Immigration: Work Visas, Visitor Visas, Family Visas, Ancestry Visa, Appeals and Judicial Reviews, Settlement / ILR, British Citizenship
- Corporate Immigration: Sponsor Licences, Sponsor Licence Compliance. Representative of an Overseas Business Visas, UK Expansion Worker Visa, Business Visit Visas
Business details
- Year established: 2020
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Associations and certifications
- SRA Regulated
- Listed as top firms to watch by Legal 500 in 2021
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If you're a UK-based company in need of support for employing migrant workers or an overseas business with plans to enter the British market, look no further than Lexus Law. Our team of immigration experts will guide you through the complexities of the UK immigration system, providing the assistance you need.
If you have Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the United Kingdom and have lived in the country for at least five years, you may be eligible to apply for British citizenship. Upon approval of your application, you will have the right to live, work, and study in the UK with no restrictions. You will also be permitted to vote and apply for a British passport.
However, the citizenship application process can be overwhelming, and it is advisable to seek legal assistance to increase your chances of success. Our team of immigration lawyers is dedicated to helping you through the entire application process and making it as stress-free as possible.
However, the citizenship application process can be overwhelming, and it is advisable to seek legal assistance to increase your chances of success. Our team of immigration lawyers is dedicated to helping you through the entire application process and making it as stress-free as possible.
Our team at Rove Legal possesses a vast knowledge of preparing corporate and private customers for brief trips to the UK. Our highly regarded lawyers, recognized by Legal 500, will offer guidance on the category of visa that best suits your needs and will assist you through the complex application procedure.
Our team of immigration professionals understands that obtaining a visa can be a daunting process. That's why we work closely with you to ensure that your visa application is well-prepared and submitted on time. We also provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure that you meet your visa conditions and reporting obligations.
Rove Legal recognises the immense potential that the business, industry, and trade sector of the UK holds for foreign entrepreneurs. If you possess a business idea that has been assessed and approved by a UK endorsing body for its feasibility, scalability, and innovation, we can provide you with our assistance in the application process for either a Start-up or Innovator Visa. The choice of visa to apply for will depend on your prior experience in starting businesses in the UK and the amount of capital that you have available to invest in your new enterprise.
The list of nationalities that require a visa before arrival is maintained by the Home Office. Those nationalities not included in this list fall into the category of 'non-visa nationals' and are usually permitted to enter as a visitor upon arrival. We can assist you in identifying which of your employees fall under either of these categories.
At Rove Legal, our primary goal is to assist your business in achieving success in the global market. If you are an overseas business, you have the option to send up to five employees to the UK for expansion-related work. However, UKVI requirements can make this process challenging and complicated. This is where our experienced immigration lawyers come in – we work in collaboration with you and your team to minimize the hassle associated with obtaining visas for your expansion workers.
If you wish to stay in the UK longer using this route, you need to apply before your current visa expires. Additionally, you should be present in the UK during the time of the application.
Your family members or dependents can also apply to join, switch, or extend their existing visas, and they do not have to be present in the UK at the time of application.
You will only be eligible for an extension if you are still employed by the same employer who sponsored your initial visa application. Furthermore, the headquarters of the parent company that sponsored your visa must still be located outside of the UK.
Your family members or dependents can also apply to join, switch, or extend their existing visas, and they do not have to be present in the UK at the time of application.
You will only be eligible for an extension if you are still employed by the same employer who sponsored your initial visa application. Furthermore, the headquarters of the parent company that sponsored your visa must still be located outside of the UK.
We will begin the acquisition process of your sponsor licence once we have confirmed that your business is eligible and that the job positions you offer meet the Home Office's requirements. We will conduct a thorough assessment of your situation from various perspectives to ensure that you do not have to worry about meeting the eligibility criteria.
A sponsor licence has a validity period of four years, which gives organizations a reasonably long timeframe to engage in sponsoring employees. To continue the sponsorship of migrants, including existing sponsored employees, it is essential to apply for a renewal before the expiry date. Therefore, it is crucial to keep track of the licence's expiry date and begin the renewal process well in advance to ensure the continuation of these activities seamlessly. Failure to renew the licence on time can lead to penalties, and sponsored employees may risk having their visas curtailed.
If your application for a sponsor licence is not approved, the next steps will depend on whether the Home Office "rejected" or "refused" your application and the reasons for their decision. The difference between the two terms is not just a matter of semantics; it can have a significant impact on your company's ability to sponsor skilled migrants in the short term.
Businesses that employ individuals who do not have the right to work in the UK can be fined through a civil penalty. This fine serves as a way to deter and enforce compliance with immigration regulations. There are two types of notices related to these penalties, including a Referral Notice which informs the employer of a potential penalty and initiates an investigation, and a Civil Penalty Notice which specifies the reason for the penalty and the amount of the fine. Employers can choose to pay the penalty, appeal the decision, or request instalment payments for the penalty.
At Rove Legal, we acknowledge that keeping up with sponsorship compliance can be challenging in busy work environments. However, failing to comply with your obligations as a sponsor can result in serious consequences, such as large fines or even suspension, downgrading, or revocation of your sponsorship license.
Ensuring that your HR team is well-informed about compliance protocols is like having an insurance policy against potential errors that could prove to be costly in the long run. It's not just a matter of avoiding penalties; it's also about safeguarding your company's reputation for the future.
Ensuring that your HR team is well-informed about compliance protocols is like having an insurance policy against potential errors that could prove to be costly in the long run. It's not just a matter of avoiding penalties; it's also about safeguarding your company's reputation for the future.
We offer pre-visit assessments that consist of mock audits and policy reviews to ensure that your organization is fully prepared for a UKVI compliance visit. At this stage, we aim to identify and correct any potential compliance issues before the Home Office visit, so that you can be confident in your compliance standing.
1. It is important to ensure that migrant workers have the legal right to work and possess the necessary professional qualifications. Copies of their qualifications should be kept on file and made available to the Home Office if requested.
2. It is crucial to avoid hiring migrant workers who do not have the appropriate immigration status. If a worker becomes ineligible for any reason, their employment should be terminated.
3. Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) should only be issued to migrants who meet the requirements of the PBS tier or category under which the certificate is issued. It is essential to ensure that all CoS holders meet the necessary criteria.
2. It is crucial to avoid hiring migrant workers who do not have the appropriate immigration status. If a worker becomes ineligible for any reason, their employment should be terminated.
3. Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) should only be issued to migrants who meet the requirements of the PBS tier or category under which the certificate is issued. It is essential to ensure that all CoS holders meet the necessary criteria.
Reviews (7)
Omar A.
Jul 25, 2024
We submitted an application for a tourist visa on behalf of my father, with Jay's guidance. He walked us through each stage of the process and responded to all our queries. Jay's meticulous attention to detail regarding the documents was impressive, as he asked precise questions that helped us present a strong case to the Home Office. The outcome was a successful visa grant, with a 5-year validity period.
Jonathan Sherman
May 21, 2024
Ehtasham Javid
Nov 15, 2023
Dene Geary
Mar 01, 2021
Lexus Law were an absolute dream to deal with. Jay Moghal was our appointed lawyer and he was excellent to deal with. He ensured we submitted all of the required document and when our application was delayed with COVID challenges he chased the UK Government to expedite the issue and ensure a successful outcome. Highly recommend Lexus Law and Jay to anyone who needs immigration to support.
Alsilawisami
Jan 07, 2021
Lexus law ltd is a one of the company's that I should have dealt with before, honest work, you don't have to chase like other lawyers, being always informed with the process of my wife's application has assured me that they doing there work, wife had her visa renewed in no time, delt with jay and was 5 start gentleman
Fahad Zubair
May 20, 2020
Jeff Grove
Nov 23, 2019