Sam Ashley

Background

Before joining the OTB Business Immigration team, Sam worked at a specialist employment law firm where he was involved in advising employers about the impact of furlough and redundancy on their employee’s visas during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to retraining as a lawyer, Sam’s early professional life was in the music technology and sound engineering industry. This experience allows him to provide unique insights for his clients across digital media and technology sectors.

Areas of Expertise

Sam specialises in supporting clients making successful business immigration applications. He works primarily with business owners on Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visas who are looking to extend their stay in the UK or settle permanently. Sam also advises on, Skilled Worker; Global Business and Mobility; Global talent; Start-Up; and Innovator visas. Beyond business immigration, he has supported clients applying under the Ukraine Family and Ukraine Sponsorship schemes.