Solicitor at Sydney Mitchell LLP

Melissa Southall

Solicitor - Associate Immigration

SRA ID: 462310

Melissa is an experienced Solicitor and provides extensive personal immigration advice to our clients on spouse visas, applications for children, asylum, European applications to citizenship. Melissa has several years experience in all kinds of immigration and asylum work, and has a particular interest in applications involving the rights of children. She has worked with a number of Local Authorities over the years representing children in Local Authority care who have immigration problems.

Cavendish House, 39 Waterloo Street, Birmingham, B2 5PP

Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas

Immigration

5.0/5 96 Client Reviews 96
  • Immigration 100%
96 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Andrew Ghabbour
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Collected whilst working at Sydney Mitchell LLP
March 28, 2024 20240328134836

Excellent honest professional advice

5

As ever, Melissa has been offering an excellent professional support in terms of immigration and visas.
I have known Melissa for years while she dealt with many cases and my experience has always been excellent.
Would definitely recommend!

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Michael  Ghabbour
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Collected whilst working at Sydney Mitchell LLP
March 28, 2024 20240328102614

I Recommend you

5

I had a very good experience with Melissa in applying for a visitor visa for my mother ( this is the third application we have done and thankfully all got accepted and visa was granted… very helpful

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Rita Akponah
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Collected whilst working at Sydney Mitchell LLP
March 21, 2024 20240321180815

Indefinite leave to remain

5

It was an excellent journey with Melissa Southall with all my application. She is communicative and has a good standard of professionalism.

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 25 March, 2024

Dear Rita, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Melissa provided excellent service throughout your application process. We appreciate your kind words about her communication and professionalism. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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Hany Fadlalla
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March 20, 2024 20240320151754

I would highly recommend Melissa Southall to anyone

5

I was very impressed with Melissa Southall's knowledge of the law in my case. They clearly explained everything to me in a way I could understand.
I would highly recommend Melissa Southall to anyone needing legal representation. They are a truly excellent solicitor.

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 21 March, 2024

Dear Hany, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Melissa provided you with excellent legal representation and explained everything clearly. We appreciate your recommendation and are here to help with any future legal needs. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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Anonymous
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March 19, 2024 20240319182106

Obtaining a sponsor licence

5

Melissa has been so professional ,prompt with her responses.Could not of found a better solicitor .Many thanks

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 21 March, 2024

Thank you for your kind words about Melissa. We're thrilled to hear that she provided you with professional and prompt service. If you ever need assistance again, don't hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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Xavier  Bastian
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March 19, 2024 20240319172901

Best Immigration Advisor

5

I have been dealing with Sydney Mitchell solicitor company for many years and my Advisor Melissa Southall have been always helpful and the best advice she offers and it always works end of the day, I have personally experienced twice in the past with the immigration process and both the process went very well and this is all from the help and advise from Melissa.
Once again thank you very much Melissa and for sure i will personally recommend this company.

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 21 March, 2024

Dear Xavier, Thank you for your loyalty and trust in us, and for your kind words about Melissa. We're delighted to have been able to assist you successfully with your immigration matters. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the future. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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Hany Fadlalla
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March 13, 2024 20240313134247

Happy with thier Professional

5

Happy with thier Professional,clear advise

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 15 March, 2024

We're pleased to hear you were satisfied with our professional and clear advice. Thank you for your feedback, Hany.

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John Howard
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Collected whilst working at Sydney Mitchell LLP
March 13, 2024 20240313110110

Partners UK Family Visa

5

From my initial inquiry to the conclusion resulting in my partner being successful in obtaining her UK family, Melissa Southall was professional, understanding, and compassionate in her approach to what was a complex and sensitive case; we had previously used a different Law Firm, who after taking our money abandoned our case and ignored our repeated attempts to telephone and request a response and updates via email; basically, we were scammed, this resulted in my partner having a mental breakdown, fearing that she would not be able to join me and our daughter in the UK, she became suspicious of everyone and everything to do with UK immigration Law Firms. However, I had to convince her that even though a previous firm scammed us, we still had to move on and try again. After considerable research, we chose Sydney Mitchell Solicitors and were not disappointed. As mentioned in my initial comments, Melissa Southall was assigned to our case, and she was outstanding in my initial contact, during which I explained the sensitive nature of my partner's situation, which was brought on by a nervous breakdown in reaction to being scammed. Melissa was sympathetic in her understanding, and her approach during interaction with my partner calmed her down and won her trust, in that finally, she was on the right path with the right person to represent her, ultimately resulting in tears of joy on being informed she was successful in being granted her UK Family Visa and able to rejoin me and our daughter.

Melissa, thank you so much for what you have done for our family, from the way you approached us with understanding and the sensitive nature you adopted when communicating with my partner and me during in-person meetings and through emails. You are a Star, and my partner, a devoted Buddhist, has included you in her daily prayers and will continue to do so. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and my family will never forget you as the wonderful solicitor who put our family on track to be reunited and live in the UK.

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 15 March, 2024

We're truly grateful for your heartfelt feedback, John. Melissa's professionalism, understanding, and compassion made a significant impact on your case, and we're glad we could provide the support you needed. Thank you for entrusting us with such an important matter. We wish you and your family all the best for the future.

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Onyinye Nwachukwu
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March 08, 2024 20240308201902

Client review

5

Melissa, as always was very professional and helpful. She is a delight to always have. Extremely cautious and kind with her words. She’s a great resource to the organisation

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 11 March, 2024

Dear Onyinye, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with Melissa. Her professionalism and kindness are truly valued. We appreciate your trust in our organization. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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Kevin and Agnieszka
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Collected whilst working at Sydney Mitchell LLP
February 25, 2024 20240225174542

Spouse visa

5

This was the second time we used Melissa. The first time was to obtain a fiancée visa.
Now, for my latest marriage visa, Melissa completed all the required paperwork.
Everything went quickly and without any problems.

Solicitor named in this review: Melissa Southall

A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 27 February, 2024

Thank you for your continued trust. We're pleased Melissa could assist with your fiancée and marriage visas seamlessly. If you ever need assistance again, don't hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Sydney Mitchell LLP

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About Melissa Southall

Melissa is an experienced Solicitor and provides extensive personal immigration advice to our clients on spouse visas, applications for children, asylum, European applications to citizenship. Melissa has several years experience in all kinds of immigration and asylum work, and has a particular interest in applications involving the rights of children. She has worked with a number of Local Authorities over the years representing children in Local Authority care who have immigration problems.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Melissa Southall

Address

Sydney Mitchell LLP

Cavendish House

39 Waterloo Street

Birmingham

B2 5PP



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Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/09/11

27/10/22

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Assistant

Cartwright King Limited

?-06052014

Associate

Sydney Mitchell LLP

?-07-05-2019

Solicitor

Sydney Mitchell LLP

23-11-2021-present