Chetal Patel

Spear’s Review

‘At the heart of every immigration matter is an individual,’ said Bates Wells partner Chetal Patel, who endeavours to provide pragmatic solutions to complex challenges around migration for a range of wealthy clients.

Patel, who heads up the firm’s immigration practice, combines a personable approach with a commercial mindset, and frequently acts for successful entrepreneurs as well as UHNW families. Among her many successful cases, Patel has advised a Chinese billionaire on UK residency options as well as an Oscar-winning actor, using the ‘global talent’ route in the run-up to the premiere of a popular film franchise (which also included the actor’s extensive personal team).

She also frequently conducts immigration audits for corporate clients.