About
Cromwell Wilkes
Richard Roberts founded Cromwell Wilkes in 2013 after years of working in social welfare, immigration and criminal law. Richard was awarded the ‘Outstanding Contribution to Law’ award for World Refugee Day this year.
The award inspired the creation of Cromwell Wilkes from his kitchen table while meeting clients at home or in coffee shops.
Cromwell Wilkes takes its name from the historical figures, Oliver Cromwell, and John Wilkes. Both men, though conflicted and flawed individuals, nonetheless made notable contributions to matters concerning justice and liberty – Cromwell in defending the rights of Parliament in defiance of the monarch; and Wilkes in promoting the rights of the individual against the arbitrary power of the state.
Who We Are
We are a London based company specialising in the fields of immigration law, human rights, and business law. Cromwell Wilkes provides award-winning legal advice and representation to individual and corporate clients in both the UK and overseas.
Our team offers comprehensive, professional and confidential services for non-citizens, regardless of their legal status. We are strictly committed to being a leader in both client care and professional standards, seeking to uphold the finest traditions of classical English style, good manners and impeccable service.
What We Do
At Cromwell Wilkes, we create pathways towards security and stability.
Our knowledge of Home Office policy, UK and European law means we can present a range of alternative methods for you, your business, a close family member or friend to gain entry to or remain in the UK. Our team has been advising businesses and individuals on all aspects of UK immigration and nationality law for almost ten years. We have an established reputation for delivering exceptional client service combined with clear strategic immigration advice.
What sets us apart from other firms is that we pride ourselves on maintaining a relationship with our clients. Besides business, we genuinely care about ensuring that the people we work with have the best experience – even after their case has closed. Whether it’s confusion over tax, problems with parking tickets, or assistance getting tickets to a Premier League game, we are always happy to provide a helpful service
MEET THE TEAM
RICHARD ROBERTS
LEGAL DIRECTOR
Richard started his legal career as a criminal barrister before specialising in immigration and asylum law in 2002. He is registered by the OISC at the highest level and is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. In addition to immigration and human rights, he advises clients on matters of private and commercial contracts, employment law, company formation and corporate responsibility. He has previously provided expert evidence to the High Court (Family Division) on domestic violence law within an immigration context. As an advocate he appears regularly in the First Tier and Upper Tribunals. He is a qualified legal trainer whose academic interests lie in European literary and classical studies. He is a member of the Royal Society of Literature and a long-time season-ticket holder at Fulham Football Club.
Jessica Bishop
Director – Immigration
Jessica Bishop is a graduate in law and accredited by the OISC to provide immigration law services to Level 2, while also training to be a solicitor. She started at Cromwell Wilkes as a student volunteer in 2015. Since that time, Jessica has developed her skills whilst working to obtain the professional qualifications that allow her to offer advice in her specialist field. She is particularly interested in family based immigration law and has developed expertise in the complex and demanding area of personal and corporate financial compliance within the immigration rules. Jessica is an avid baker and is training to be a Royal Navy Reserve.
William Stuart
Solicitor in training – Immigration
William is a graduate in Law and also holds a degree in English from the University of Cambridge. He is accredited by the IAAS to provide Asylum law services to Level 2, and by the OISC to Level 3. He started working at Cromwell Wilkes in 2023 and is currently training to be a solicitor. He is particularly interested in the areas of law in which Cromwell Wilkes has a track record of achieving successful outcomes for its clients: complex family visas involving human rights elements, deportation, asylum claims, appeal work and challenging negative decisions through early stage Judicial Review. Away from work he enjoys poetry, cinema, walking, and camping.
Christine Bacon
Immigration
Christine Bacon is accredited to provide immigration advice and casework to OISC Level 2 and is working towards Level 3 accreditation. She also holds an MSc in Forced Migration from the University of Oxford. She has a particular interest in family and human rights cases. Christine also works as a playwright, theatre maker and podcaster. She is originally from Australia and, as such, has a completely stereotypical obsession with the quality of her daily coffee.
CONTACT CROMWELL WILKES IMMIGRATION LAWYERS
CONTACT CROMWELL
WILKES IMMIGRATION
LAWYERS
Cromwell Wilkes is ready to assist if you need expert work visa legal advice. We offer consultations by phone or in person at our London office.
Contact us today to discuss your situation and learn how we can help you achieve your immigration goals.
If you plan to launch, grow, or invest in the UK, expert legal support for your UK work visa application can make all the difference.
