Sara-Michelle Colvin

Sara qualified as a Solicitor in September 2018 and joined Birketts in October 2021. She is a Senior Associate in our immigration team, based in the London office.

Sara has significant experience across the full spectrum of UK immigration law, advising both corporate clients and individuals. Her practice includes providing tailored strategic guidance on Skilled Worker and Global Business Mobility routes, Family and UK Ancestry applications, Creative Worker and Government Authorised Exchange visas, and Sponsor Licence applications. She regularly advises employers on sponsor compliance, mergers and acquisitions, entry clearance and leave to remain applications, indefinite leave to remain under various categories, and applications for British citizenship.

Recognised for her client-focused approach, Sara is known for building strong relationships and delivering pragmatic, solutions‑driven advice that aligns with each client’s objectives. She has worked with a broad range of clients, including multinational organisations, high‑net‑worth individuals, and companies within the IT and technology sectors.

In addition to her practice, Sara participates in Pro‑Bono Legal Clinics with universities and law centres. She regularly supports students and members of the public by offering clear, practical advice on a wide range of immigration issues.

Experience & education

2024 Promoted to Senior Associate

2022 Promoted to Associate

2021 Joined Birketts as a Solicitor

2019 – 2021 Solicitor (Immigration) at PwC

2018 qualified as a Solicitor

2016 – 2018 Trainee Solicitor at Duncan Lewis Solicitors

2015 – 2017 Legal Practice Course at the University of Law, London

2012 – 2015 LLB Law Degree at the University of Kent, Canterbury