Human Rights

Norman Lawson & Co., Solicitors provide expert immigration services to clients of all nationalities from all over the world.

A person who has established a private and family life in the UK can apply to the Home Office for permission to stay in the UK under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR).

The courts have held that where the facts of the case are exceptional and the exceptionality test is satisfied, the Home Office should consider the Article 8 claims outside the Rules after it has been considered under the Immigration Rules. In very exceptional cases, it is still possible for an applicant to fail in Article 8 claim under the Immigration Rules but still succeed outside the Immigration Rules due to exceptional compassionate circumstances surrounding the human rights application.

  • Various applications which can be made by applicants under Article 8 of the ECHR include the following:
  • 20 years long residence (10 years route to settlement
  • Child who has lived in the UK for 7 years continuously
  • A person who is over the age of 18 and under the age of 25 and has spent majority of his life in the UK
  • A person who is over the age of 18 and has lived less than 20 years in the UK but there would be very significant obstacles to his country of origin
  • Family life with partner

Should you need to discuss your legal matters with us, please call our office on 0141 275 4844, and we will ensure that you are dealt with in a competent and professional manner.

Benefits

  • Expert Human Rights Solicitors specialising in discrimination claims, unlawful detention, civil liberties, and abuse of power cases.

  • Comprehensive Legal Support for victims of police misconduct, workplace rights violations, or government injustice.

  • Strategic Human Rights Advocacy backed by detailed legal research and strong case preparation.

  • Client-Centred Representation ensuring dignity, fairness, and equal treatment under UK and international law.

  • Effective Litigation & Negotiation focused on compensation, accountability, and restoring your legal rights.

  • Transparent Guidance & Communication to help clients navigate complex human rights procedures with confidence.

  • Expert Immigration Solicitors specialising in visa applications, asylum claims, appeals, deportation challenges, and human rights cases.

  • Comprehensive Legal Support for family visas, work visas, settlement (ILR), citizenship, sponsorship, and humanitarian protection.

  • Strong Asylum Representation, including credible fear assessments, country-specific evidence, and appeal preparation.

  • High-Quality Application Drafting to minimise refusals, administrative delays, and compliance issues.

  • Strategic Immigration Advice tailored to UK immigration rules, Home Office policies, and tribunal procedures.

  • Dedicated Client Support with transparent communication from initial consultation to final decision.