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26 July 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Winckworth Sherwood—Kezia Daley

Firm welcomes immigration expert to the team

Winckworth Sherwood has welcomed senior associate and immigration specialist Kezia Daley to its private client and tax team.

Kezia joins the firm from DWFM Beckham, and was also previously head of immigration at Darlingtons Solicitors. She advises clients ranging from international corporations and entrepreneurs to families relocating to the UK. Her areas of experience include advising European nationals seeking permanent residence, and assisting corporate clients with sponsorship licence applications, visa advice, and UK immigration compliance.

On joining Winckworth Sherwood, Kezia commented: ‘I’m delighted to be joining a full service firm and look forward to working with colleagues across the whole range of Winckworth Sherwood’s practice areas, including tax, private client, real estate, corporate, employment, and family law. It’s wonderful to be able to advise our clients on all issues relating to moving to, living and working in the UK.’

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