Katerina Woodcock

Senior Solicitor

Katerina has demonstrated expertise in corporate and individual immigration law compliance. She advises clients on complex immigration matters, including UK right to work checks, sponsor licence applications, and compliance audits (health checks) for existing sponsor licence holders. Katerina’s knowledge of immigration law is evident in her consultations with clients across various industries. Her expertise and advice have successfully guided clients through the intricacies of UK immigration law, providing clear explanations of policies and procedures and helping employers understand their legal obligations to the UK Home Office.

Katerina is a highly experienced legal professional specializing in visa-related matters, particularly in navigating the complexities of visa refusals, appeals, and judicial reviews. Her track record speaks for itself, boasting a remarkably high success rate in these challenging areas. Katerina’s expertise extends to representing clients at both the First Tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal, where she has successfully overturned numerous refusals. Beyond appeals, she also has a proven record of accomplishment in securing successful entry clearance and dependent visa applications, even offering a guarantee of success in certain cases. What truly sets Katerina apart is her commitment to working closely with her clients, ensuring they receive personalised attention and strategic guidance to achieve the best possible outcome for their immigration goals.

Katerina has assisted a variety of organisations with their visa, sponsor licence and compliance needs throughout my career, including a nationwide company with over two thousand migrant employees. In addition, Katerina is experienced in tribunal (IAC) advocacy, having represented in a range of cases including Tier 1 Entrepreneurs.

 

Area of Specialism:

Point Based System – Tiers 1, 2, 4, and 5 visa categories

Global Talent Visa

High-net worth Investors Visa

Intra Company Transfers and other subcategories

Students Visas

Visitors/Tourist Visas

Unmarried partners visa

Spouse visa Applications

EEA Application and extensions

Settlement and Naturalisations Application including Registrations

Entry Clearance Applications and Appeals for Refusals

Long Residency applications

Human Rights application and Judicial Reviews

Bail Applications for Detentions and Deportations

Appeal and Upper Tribunal Appeals in High Court and Supreme Court