Solicitor at Wesley Gryk Solicitors LLP
Alison Hunter
Solicitor - Partner
SRA ID: 22452
Alison is a partner at the firm. Over two and a half decades of practice, she has developed extensive experience in all areas of UK nationality and immigration law. Her specialist knowledge of European free movement law and her expertise in intercountry adoption matters are both widely recognised. Her practice also covers spouse and partnership applications, Global Talent applications and other work based applications. She has been listed a Band 1 leading individual in Chambers and Partners for a number of years. Recent work and notable cases Securing a right to remain for the former spouse of a European national who was the victim of domestic violence. Securing permission to enter the United Kingdom for three children who were in an orphanage after their father had murdered their mother. Obtaining immigration status for applicants under the Global Talent scheme, including actors, musicians, start up founders etc. Securing indefinite leave to remain for several children adopted by single parents, as well as in cases where the adoption was not recognised by the UK Assisting couples with one British partner who have resided in a European member state under European law to return to the live in the United Kingdom under the EU Settlement Scheme. Securing the registration as a British citizen of a Russian child adopted by a British parent living abroad. Obtaining leave to remain for a US national married to a British citizen after their application was refused because the incorrect documents were submitted. Assisting a US/British couple regularise the US partner’s immigration status after they were incorrectly advised to apply for a marriage visit visa. Obtaining permanent residence for a German national and his Brazilian partner after their first application was refused due to a lack of evidence. Securing leave to remain for a non-European national whose partner was in receipt of a disability benefit and could not otherwise meet the financial requirement. Advising people who have missed the deadline to apply under the EU Settlement Scheme to secure their immigration status in the United Kingdom. Applying for children who have been matched with parents resident in the UK, to come to the UK to be adopted.
140 Lower Marsh, London, SE1 7AE
Licensed for 27 years
Practice Areas
Immigration
- Immigration 100%
7 Client Reviews
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About Alison Hunter
Alison is a partner at the firm. Over two and a half decades of practice, she has developed extensive experience in all areas of UK nationality and immigration law. Her specialist knowledge of European free movement law and her expertise in intercountry adoption matters are both widely recognised. Her practice also covers spouse and partnership applications, Global Talent applications and other work based applications. She has been listed a Band 1 leading individual in Chambers and Partners for a number of years. Recent work and notable cases Securing a right to remain for the former spouse of a European national who was the victim of domestic violence. Securing permission to enter the United Kingdom for three children who were in an orphanage after their father had murdered their mother. Obtaining immigration status for applicants under the Global Talent scheme, including actors, musicians, start up founders etc. Securing indefinite leave to remain for several children adopted by single parents, as well as in cases where the adoption was not recognised by the UK Assisting couples with one British partner who have resided in a European member state under European law to return to the live in the United Kingdom under the EU Settlement Scheme. Securing the registration as a British citizen of a Russian child adopted by a British parent living abroad. Obtaining leave to remain for a US national married to a British citizen after their application was refused because the incorrect documents were submitted. Assisting a US/British couple regularise the US partner’s immigration status after they were incorrectly advised to apply for a marriage visit visa. Obtaining permanent residence for a German national and his Brazilian partner after their first application was refused due to a lack of evidence. Securing leave to remain for a non-European national whose partner was in receipt of a disability benefit and could not otherwise meet the financial requirement. Advising people who have missed the deadline to apply under the EU Settlement Scheme to secure their immigration status in the United Kingdom. Applying for children who have been matched with parents resident in the UK, to come to the UK to be adopted.
Languages Spoken: English, French, German
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03/11/97
08/03/23
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
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Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Wesley Gryk Solicitors
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Highly Recommend!
We were referred to Wesley Gryk Solicitors from my spouse's colleague for our spousal visa application. Our initial application needed to be amended to a family visa due to health concerns in 2022 before switching over to the spousal visa route. Working with Alison at this time was such a pleasure as there was much confusion as to how to go about submitting my application while in the UK, as opposed to our original plan submitting from the USA. Two and half years later, we had another consultation with Alison for renewal and decided to go with the firm again. This second time, we worked with both Georgia and Alison to initiate the process. We also had a call with Sarah who was very efficient in submitting the application to the home office due to an unexpected urgency while Georgia was out of office. After attending my biometrics, and returning to office, Georgia was thorough and pleasant in explaining the next steps and ensuring everything was in order for me to be approved once more! Even with all of the hoops my spouse and I have endured in this visa process from the beginning over the last several years, the solicitors at Wesley Gryk have been the most helpful, kind, patient, attentive, and professional group I have worked with when working through complicated life admin tasks. I have to highlight Alison always answering my many questions and putting us at ease. I would highly recommend this firm, and look forward to working with them in the future for my next application for Indefinite leave to remain!
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Indefinite Leave to Remain
I've had an incredibly pleasant experience dealing with Alison and Georgia. They've navigated me through the entire process (understandably stressful!) with confidence and ease, making it completely seamless. Thank you ever so much!
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Citizenship Application
WG were recommended to us by a solicitor friend to handle the case of our granddaughter born in Australia with the complication of our son, her father, being born in HK.
Our dealings from start to finish were excellent with clear & concise exchanges, constant updates and thorough checking of all documents to obtain the result required. We would thoroughly recommend their services.
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The Road to British Citizenship
I moved to England from Sweden just after the Brexit referendum and was uncertain as to what needed to be done to remain here permanently. Alison Hunter at Wesley Gryk Solicitors LLP started off by helping me apply for an EU Residency Card. This was given to me the day I applied for it at the Home Office in East Croydon. When the government introduced the Settlement Scheme for EU Nationals Ms Hunter helped me obtain Pre-Settled status and later Settled status both very promptly. When I became eligible for citizenship, she helped me with all the necessary steps and this was also granted very promptly. Everything went smoothly and quickly and I feel very strongly this was all due to Ms Alison Hunter and her team.
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Immigration expertise and client care at its finest
I've worked with a number of people at Wesley Gryk (Alison Hunter, Ciera McCartney, Beatrice Windsor, Jennifer Aitken & Caroline Asken) across different cases, and can confidently say that every single interaction with them has been incredible.
There's a reason why I keep coming back to them for immigration matters, and it's because they are truly the best in the industry - with their vast knowledge and experience, as well as their empathetic yet honest client communication, they make the visa application process as stress-free and smooth as possible. For many people, visa guidance can be difficult to understand and daunting to take on alone, but Wesley Gryk simplifies the legalese into clear, straightforward instructions for their clients. They go above and beyond with their case strategy, and use their years of experience to help you catch subtle things that you wouldn't even have realized is required/would further support your application.
This, combined with their patience and speed in answering my many questions (no matter how simple or complex), helped put my mind at ease. Equally importantly, they are always transparent and manage client expectations very well; whether it's regarding application processing timelines, updates, or decision outcomes.
I absolutely recommend Wesley Gryk - they are reliable, accurate, and trustworthy. I couldn't imagine navigating the visa process without them. Particular thanks to Ciera McCartney, who has worked with me throughout my journey up until receiving my Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)!
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Professional & Thorough Advice
Alison and her team successfully steered us through the biggest challenge of our lives for the past sixteen years. She was forthright in her approach. Her understanding of the issue, in context of the law was reassuring, thorough and professional. Highly Recommended.
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With Gratitude
We worked with Alison Hunter and her team, from initial phone call in 2016 through to Indefinite Leave To Remain being granted for my husband in March 2023. This is a complicated process and Alison guided us through the various stages expertly. Alison is a joy to work with.
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