Returning by popular demand, this dedicated update for immigration law practitioners covers the practicalities of this rapidly evolving area of law. The increasing complexities of Brexit, the EU settlements scheme and the new points based immigration system are just some of the current challenges faced by immigration lawyers. With a keynote address from The Rt Hon Lord Boyd, this conference will include a discussion from both sides of the judicial system, as well as the standing sessions on developments in general practice, foreign investment work and a case law review. Accessible to all levels, the conference offers a concise update on legal and technical matters for Scottish immigration lawyers.

Speakers:

• The Rt Hon Lord Boyd

• Juliet Grant-Hutchison (Resident Judge, First-tier Tribunal, IAC)

• Grace McGill WS (Partner, Burness Paull) (Conference Chair)

• Jamie Kerr WS (Partner, Burness Paull)

• David Brown (Partner & Head of Immigration, Drummond Miller)

Sessions:

• The future of immigration actions in Scotland – a view from the Bench

• Immigration law practice – what’s new in 2021 and what to expect

• Foreign talent and investment – current issues

• Case law review

CPD: 2 hours (Law Society of Scotland).

For more information please contact Anna Bennett WS