Business Details
Expert Immigration Legal Services in Nottingham
O T B Legal are leading immigration solicitors redefining client care through legal expertise and modern solutions. Our nationwide team specialises in UK immigration law, assisting individuals with family visas, citizenship, and indefinite leave to remain, while supporting businesses with sponsor licences and skilled worker visas. Recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, we combine 60+ years of collective experience with transparent pricing and flexible appointment options.Our client-centric approach includes extended hours, fixed fees inclusive of VAT, and appointments available via video, phone, or in-person. Ranked among top-tier firms, we prioritise successful outcomes through specialist knowledge and regulatory compliance, ensuring clarity and confidence in every case.
Services
Sponsor Licence Applications
Skilled Worker Visas
Spouse Partner Visas
Indefinite Leave to Remain
British Citizenship
Refugee Settlement
EU Settlement Scheme
Hong Kong BNO Visas
Visa Appeals
Fee Waiver Applications
Highlights and features
- Recognised as top immigration lawyers in the UK by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners
- Transparent pricing policy with fixed fees inclusive of VAT for non-work-related applications
- Appointments available via video conference, telephone, or in-person where appropriate
- Specialist UK immigration solicitors with over 60 years of combined experience
- Ranked as a Top-Tier Firm in the Legal 500 and a Leading Firm by Chambers & Partners
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
- Chambers and Partners
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Breath of fresh air
Personal touch
Professional and accurate
Exceeded expectations
Citizenship success
Services
Sponsor Licence Applications
We assist businesses in obtaining sponsor licences to employ international talent. Our solicitors guide clients through compliance requirements, documentation, and Home Office submissions. With expertise in UK immigration rules, we ensure employers meet obligations while securing skilled workers.
Spouse Partner Visas
Specialising in spouse and partner visa applications, we support couples seeking to live together in the UK. Our team navigates complex requirements, including financial thresholds and relationship evidence, to achieve successful outcomes for families.
British Citizenship
We handle naturalisation and registration cases for British citizenship. Our solicitors advise on eligibility, prepare documentation, and address complex scenarios like discretion cases, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements for permanent status.
Indefinite Leave to Remain
Our experts manage ILR applications under various routes, including 10-year long residence and family visas. We provide strategic guidance to meet eligibility criteria and maintain compliance, securing permanent settlement rights.
Visa Appeals
When applications are refused, we represent clients in visa appeals. Our solicitors challenge decisions through tribunals, leveraging deep knowledge of immigration law to present compelling cases for reconsideration.
People
Sally McEwen
Director & Solicitor
With over 20 years of immigration law experience, Sally leads O T B Legal's business immigration team. She specialises in sponsor licences and corporate compliance, delivering strategic solutions for multinational clients while maintaining client-focused service standards.
Mark Lilley-Tams
Director & Solicitor
Mark directs personal immigration services with 15+ years of expertise in complex family and citizenship cases. His client-centric approach ensures tailored solutions for challenging applications, including human rights and discretion-based routes.
Marcus Worthington
Director & Operations
Marcus oversees operational excellence with a background in legal process optimisation. He ensures efficient case management across teams, implementing systems that balance regulatory compliance with accessible client service delivery.
Lydia Watkinson
Associate Solicitor
Lydia specialises in personal immigration, achieving rapid visa approvals through meticulous case preparation. Her expertise in partner and settlement applications has earned client commendations for efficiency and compassionate representation.
Emma Cohen
Associate Solicitor
Emma focuses on citizenship and refugee rights, successfully securing ILR and nationality outcomes for vulnerable clients. Her advocacy combines legal precision with empathetic support through complex immigration challenges.
Questions
What immigration services does OTB Legal offer?
We provide comprehensive immigration services including sponsor licences, spouse visas, citizenship applications, ILR, EU settled status, visa appeals, and business immigration solutions across the UK.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation consultations with specialist solicitors to discuss your case options, success prospects, and transparent cost plans before proceeding.
How are your legal fees structured?
Our fees are fixed where possible, with transparent pricing inclusive of VAT for non-work-related cases. We provide detailed quotes covering all expected costs before starting work.
Can you handle complex immigration cases?
Our solicitors specialise in complex cases including discretion-based citizenship, same-sex partner visas, and appeal representations, achieving success where other firms have declined cases.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Cardiff, and all regional centres, with remote consultations available everywhere.
How quickly can you process applications?
Most applications are submitted within 2-4 weeks of instruction. Processing times depend on Home Office priorities, but we maximise efficiency through experienced case preparation.
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