Solicitor at Sills & Betteridge LLP

Deborah Linford

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 228173

Deborah deals with Divorce, Financial Remedies, Private Children Matters, Pre-Nuptial Agreements and also Immigration Applications for leave to enter and remain, Applications for settlement, Citizenship applications, EEA Applications and Appeals. She commenced employment with Sills & Betteridge LLP in November of 2018 when she opened the Immigration Department. She is an accredited member of the Law Society Family Law Panel, Resolution Accredited Specialist in complex lower income financial remedies & children law and a member of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association and is also accredited in. Having studied the Legal Practice Course and undertaken her training contract in London, Deborah was admitted as a Solicitor in 2001. Shortly after she returned to the North and has always specialised in Family Law and Immigration. Deborah also sits on North East Lincolnshire’s School’s Appeal’s Panel and The One Adoption North and Humber Adoption Panel.

18a Dudley Street, Grimsby, DN31 2AB

Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas

Immigration, Family Law

4.9/5 39 Client Reviews 39
  • Family Law 44%
  • Immigration 56%
39 Client Reviews

4.9/5

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  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

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    38
  • Very Good
    0
  • Average
    1
  • Poor
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Kay
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September 03, 2024 20240903154219

My journey through divorce.

5

I've had a long journey throughout my divorce.
Deborah has kept me well informed on all aspects and has made the experience a little bit easier for me.

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 09 September, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Lucy
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August 16, 2024 20240816102656

Immigration applying for E Visa

5

Face to face with Lawyer who was very professional and knowledgeable.
She did not rush us an was clear explaining things.
It was a pleasure to meet her in person,

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 27 August, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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AngeliaMarie
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July 03, 2024 20240703143055

5 STARS FOR DEBORAH LINFORD!!!!

5

We HIGHLY recommend Deborah and team!!! Our UK Spouse Visa application experience was very smooth, thanks to Deborah! She is very approachable, knowledgeable, professional, communicative and proactive!!! She kept us informed every step of the process and was very quick to respond to our emails. We could not have got through this process without her and are so incredibly thankful!!!! 5 STARS for top-notch service and support!!!!

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 04 July, 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a positive review. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're glad to hear that you had a great experience.

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Rhea
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June 06, 2024 20240606202829

UK VISA

5

I would highly reccomend Sills and Betteridge, Deborah Linford acted on my behalf making every step of my visa application seamless and stress free.

Thank you Deborah.

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 10 June, 2024

Thank you for your kind words. If you require any further assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out to us.

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Yasmine
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May 23, 2024 20240523182500

Absolutely perfect from the beginning to the end.

5

I recommend Deborah 100%. I have been perfectly advised by Deborah in every single step for the application of my spouse visa. I again, thank her and her team for helping me to get entry clearance. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without them. Thank you so much !

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 24 May, 2024

Thank you for your kind words. If you require any further assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out to us.

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CorazonConlas
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May 02, 2024 20240502150358

Settlement/ILR

5

At last we made it! Very happy with the results. Over the moon, finally I can sleep soundly now. 😊

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 08 May, 2024

We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

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ZoeMarie
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March 19, 2024 20240319145634

Efficient, attentive and friendly

5

I have been dealing with alot lately, Aylish Young and Deborah Linford helped alot by their impeccable organisation, fast responses and being able to explain things to me clearly. This meant I understood every step we took while my mind so overwhelmed. They will definitely be my go-to for any further need for legal help.
I can't thank them enough, brilliant.

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 21 March, 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a positive review. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're glad to hear that you had a great experience.

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Maria
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March 05, 2024 20240305171652

Visa Application for my Wife

5

Deborah and her team were fantastic in the process of my wife's initial visa application and her subsequent renewal. The attention to detail in ensuring a positive outcome is no accident. They know what they are doing. I have no hesitation in recommending Deborah and her team, as I have done over the past 2 years, to anyone needing their services. Once again, many thanks. :)

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 07 March, 2024

Dear Maria, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Deborah and her team provided fantastic service for your wife's visa application and renewal. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Please feel free to reach out if you need anything else. Best regards, Sills & Betteridge LLP

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Viktoriya
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February 19, 2024 20240219174401

Our Help in time of need

5

Deborah Linford is a blessing to us and we thank Providence for her. Deborah took on our complex immigration case at very short notice and went the extra mile on our behalf, securing the best possible outcome for us. Deborah's kind, caring and compassionate nature was evident to us from the outset and throughout the process and impressed us greatly. To anyone in need of legal assistance we would recommend that you look no further than Deborah Linford. Thank you, Deborah.

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 20 February, 2024

Dear Viktoriya, Thank you for your heartfelt review. We're deeply touched by your words and glad to hear that Deborah Linford was able to make such a positive impact on your complex immigration case. Your appreciation of her dedication, kindness, and compassion is greatly valued. Thank you for recommending Deborah to others in need of legal assistance.

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Princess
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January 04, 2024 20240104093142

Mr Paul evensen

5

Quality service easy to contact Deborah for advice and easy instructions would recommend to family and friends

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

A representative from Sills & Betteridge LLP responded to this review on 04 January, 2024

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found our service quality, with easy access to Deborah for advice. Your recommendation means a lot to us.

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John
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March 06, 2023
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John

5

We were highly recommended the services of Deborah Linford, by a former colleague, as an Immigration Solicitor who would be able to assist my wife in obtaining as spouse settlement visa, as we return to my native England after many years living abroad. Deborah met every expectation, calmly navigating us around the intricacies of the application and ensuring we had all the documentation prepared and ready for submission, even though we were working on it thousands of miles away. She kept us fully informed of all developments along the journey to receiving the visa, which my wife now has. We would have no hesitation in recommending Deborah as an Immigration Solicitor to anyone else seeking a spouse settlement visa - or for any other service related to immigration - and in fact, we already have. Many thanks again, Deborah.

Lawyer named in this review: Deborah Linford

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About Deborah Linford

Deborah deals with Divorce, Financial Remedies, Private Children Matters, Pre-Nuptial Agreements and also Immigration Applications for leave to enter and remain, Applications for settlement, Citizenship applications, EEA Applications and Appeals. She commenced employment with Sills & Betteridge LLP in November of 2018 when she opened the Immigration Department. She is an accredited member of the Law Society Family Law Panel, Resolution Accredited Specialist in complex lower income financial remedies & children law and a member of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association and is also accredited in. Having studied the Legal Practice Course and undertaken her training contract in London, Deborah was admitted as a Solicitor in 2001. Shortly after she returned to the North and has always specialised in Family Law and Immigration. Deborah also sits on North East Lincolnshire’s School’s Appeal’s Panel and The One Adoption North and Humber Adoption Panel.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Deborah Linford

Address

Sills & Betteridge LLP

18a Dudley Street

Grimsby

DN31 2AB



Phone 01472660025

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Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/03/01

31/05/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Consultant

Barrass White Legal

?-01-10-2019

Employee

Sills & Betteridge LLP

?-present