Stacey Campbell

A highly accomplished Immigration Solicitor with nine years of PQE and over 11 years of dedicated expertise in immigration law. Recognised for driving exceptional client outcomes, managing high-performing teams, and resolving complex legal cases with precision and innovation. Proven ability to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and provide strategic leadership in an evolving legal landscape. Consistently delivers client-centric solutions while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and legal excellence.

LEGAL EXPERIENCE

UK Migration Lawyers, Birmingham

Positions: (December 2018 – Present) – Head of Legal

 (July 2017 to December 2018) – Senior Associate

(July 2015 – July 2017) – Solicitor. 

(May 2013 – July 2015)    - Caseworker. 

Experience:

• Conducting consultations with clients to obtain information regarding their circumstances to assess whether they meet the immigration rules and to ascertain their instructions. Obtaining initial instructions from immigration clients and responsible for full conduct of immigration files.

• Drafting comprehensive client care letters and detailed lists of documents to ensure that clients can evidence that they met the requirements of the immigration rules. 

• Preparing and submitting applications to UK Visas & Immigration in Private and Corporate Immigration matters daily for corporate clientele and multinational companies. These include, but are not limited to, Skilled Worker Vissa, Sponsor License Applications, EU Settlement Scheme, Youth Mobility Scheme Visas, Appendix FM applications, ILR applications, Naturalisation applications, Registration, UK Ancestry applications amongst others. 

• Conduct of the firm’s most challenging immigration matters, including appeals, judicial reviews, asylum, family reunification, and employment-based visas.

• Preparing and submitting appeals to the IAC against decisions of the Entry Clearance Officer and the Secretary of State for the Home Department in relation to asylum, entry clearance, European, human rights and Points Based applications etc.
• Coordinate with external experts (e.g., barristers, country experts, psychologists) on cases that require specialised insight, ensuring optimal representation for clients.

• Develop and implement strategic goals for the legal department, aligning with the firm’s vision and business objectives, particularly in the rapidly changing field of immigration law.

• Develop and implement research systems to keep the team updated on the latest developments, particularly in areas such as asylum law, employment immigration, and appeals.

• Assisted with the development of department-wide initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and client satisfaction including the implementation of a case management system. 

• Handle recruitment, onboarding, training and supervision for members of the legal team, ensuring that they have a thorough understanding of both legal standards and client service expectations. Ensuring that applications are accurate and submitted within relevant deadlines. 

• Acted as a primary advisor to senior management, offering insight on complex legal matters, regulatory changes, and risk management strategies.

• Investigation of client complaints assisting with attempting to obtain a resolution and drafting substantive responses. 

• Conduct regular performance reviews, setting KPIs, and identifying areas for individual growth and development.

Lyons Davidson Solicitors, Solihull 

Advocate (June 2011 – May 2013) 

Experience:

• Managed a caseload of personal injury cases, primarily focusing on road traffic collisions, assessing liability and quantum, and advising clients on the best course of action.
• Conducted detailed consultations to understand clients’ needs and expectations, providing clear and honest assessments of case prospects.

• Engaged in settlement negotiations with insurers and opposing parties, securing favourable outcomes for clients while avoiding lengthy litigation.

• Represented clients at tribunal hearings, conducting advocacy including cross-examinations, legal submissions, and presenting evidence.

• Performed in-depth legal research to support case strategies, draft opinions, and prepare court submissions for personal injury cases, ensuring adherence to procedural and regulatory requirements.

• Engaged in settlement discussions and negotiations with insurers and opposing parties, achieving favourable settlements for clients, where possible, to avoid prolonged litigation.

• Represented clients in Tribunal hearings, handling all aspects of advocacy, including preparation of arguments, cross-examination, and presentation of evidence.

Court Agency Management Services (CAMS), Birmingham

Advocate (March 2011 – June 2011) 

Experience:

• Provided expert legal advice to clients facing mortgage repossession, outlining possible defence strategies, financial arrangements, and legal rights.

• Represented clients in court hearings related to mortgage repossession, advocating for the most favourable outcome through negotiated settlements, payment restructuring, or adjournments.

• Drafted and filed a wide range of legal documents, including defences, witness statements, and financial disclosures, ensuring thorough case preparation for mortgage repossession hearings.

• Conducted detailed legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to mortgage repossession, consumer protection, and debt recovery, staying current on legislative updates and precedents.

• Represented clients in small claims court, advocating on a range of issues such as breach of contract, property disputes, and debt recovery, ensuring clients’ rights are effectively represented.

• Negotiated payment arrangements, forbearance agreements, and loan modifications with lenders to help clients avoid foreclosure or repossession.

• Liaised with mortgage lenders and opposing counsel to negotiate favourable terms, including repayment plans or reduced settlements, on behalf of clients facing financial distress.

Nottingham Law School Pro Bono; ‘Bars in their eyes’.

March 2009 – August 2009: 

Experience:

• Delivered informative sessions to prisoners on their rights and obligations under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, ensuring content is accessible and relevant to their specific legal circumstances.
• Developed and delivered lesson plans and activities that facilitated learning, incorporating a variety of learning styles to ensure effective engagement.

• Simplified complex legal language to engage the audience effectively, enhancing understanding of rights to support positive reintegration upon release.

• Worked alongside fellow legal advisors and law students to create impactful materials, fostering an environment that encouraged participation and understanding.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

(July 2015)                    Admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales                                                          

(Sept 08 – June 09)       Nottingham Law School – Bar Vocational Course 

                                    Very Competent

(Sept 05– June 09)        Keele University – LLB Law with Criminology

Study Abroad at the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA 

2:1

(Sept 03 – June 05)       King Edwards College VIII, Stourbridge.

                                    Law (A), Business Studies (A), Religious Studies (B)

(Sept 98 0 June 03)        The Earls High School, Halesowen.

                              6 A’s, 3 B’s