14th May 2025 | Nelli Shevchenko | Immigration, Employment, International

Amid shifting political landscapes and tightening immigration controls, businesses face growing pressure to navigate global talent mobility with speed and precision.

At the forefront of Sherrards’ Immigration and Global Mobility practice is Nelli Shevchenko, a Senior Associate based in the London office, whose strategic advice is helping businesses worldwide navigate the complex world of international mobility with clarity, confidence, and compliance.

A Decade of Specialist Expertise

With over ten years of experience in UK immigration law, Nelli has advised a diverse range of clients – from large multinational corporations and US law firms to individual entrepreneurs and creative professionals. Before joining Sherrards, she headed the UK corporate immigration department of a US law firm, bringing a sharp transatlantic perspective to her practice.

At Sherrards, Nelli plays a pivotal role in the Employment and Immigration team, offering businesses, family offices and individuals immigration advice. She provides hands-on support for Skilled Worker visas, Global Business Mobility visas, sponsor licence applications, and UK right-to-work compliance. Following Brexit, Nelli has also been supporting businesses on their EU–UK operations, advising on the movement of personnel across borders and helping companies adapt to the new regulatory landscape. Her private practice areas include complex family or British nationality matters. She is also renowned for her work on Global Talent visa applications for leaders in digital technology, and the arts and sciences. 

When to Contact Sherrards’ Immigration Practice

The Sherrards Immigration team provides comprehensive UK immigration advice tailored to both businesses and individuals. Clients typically reach out to the team in the following scenarios:

  • Hiring foreign nationals or relocating existing employees
  • Senior executive or leadership assignments
  • Relocating to the UK for family or personal reasons
  • Starting or expanding a business presence in the UK
  • Investing in UK businesses or entrepreneurship pathways
  • Sending children to the UK for education, from school through to university
  • Navigating complex right to stay, settlement or British nationality applications, including discretionary and historic entitlement claims

No matter the size or scope of the requirement, Sherrards offers proactive, strategic advice and practical solutions that allow clients to focus on their goals while remaining compliant with ever-changing immigration rules.

Leading Sherrards’ Global Mobility vision – Meet the Team

As the lead of Sherrards’ Global Mobility practice, Nelli has built strong relationships with immigration professionals across 87 countries. Her work focuses not only on supporting UK-bound talent but also on enabling businesses to expand and operate seamlessly across jurisdictions. From securing work permits to advising on business visitor visas and facilitating cross-border moves, Nelli and her team offer tailor, end-to-end immigration support.

Sherrards’ growing global network is especially active in the US and China, where firms’ international reach continues to expand. Through a dedicated China Desk, the firm supports businesses engaged with the Chinese market, providing region-specific immigration insight and compliance strategies that align with business goals and local regulations. Christine Wang is working alongside Nelli and provides dedicated support to Chinese clients.

Sherrards’ immigration practice is underpinned by a collaborative, client-focused team. Alongside Nelli, the team includes:

  • Christine Wang, Solicitor, brings cross-cultural expertise and deep knowledge of UK immigration processes with a focus on Chinese speaking clients.
  • Anna Gorna, Legal Executive, provides detailed legal support and operational insight.

From startups to multinational enterprises, Sherrards’ tailored service model ensures that clients remain agile, compliant, and future-ready.

Meet Nelli at the AILA Global Migration Forum

In June 2025, Nelli will be attending the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Global Migration Section (GMS) Annual Global Immigration Forum in Denver, Colorado. The event – hosted in the majestic setting of the Rocky Mountains – promises to be a key gathering of global immigration leaders exploring pressing issues in the world of international mobility.

If you’re attending the AILA GMS Forum or are in Denver, CA from 21–23 June 2025, reach out to Nelli to connect and share insights on the latest developments in global immigration. Whether you’re navigating new compliance rules, seeking to expand overseas, or simply want to exchange ideas with fellow practitioners, Nelli would be delighted to meet you.

📧 Email: ns@sherrards.com

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelli-shevchenko/

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