Human Rights and Asylum

Expert Legal Protection for Human Rights and Asylum Claims

Our specialist immigration solicitors provide comprehensive representation for human rights applications and asylum claims. From Article 8 family life cases to complex asylum appeals, we protect your fundamental rights and secure your future in the UK. Contact us today: 0203 909 8399 | Book a Consultation

What Are Human Rights and Asylum Claims?

Human rights and asylum law protects individuals from persecution and upholds fundamental rights to family life, private life, and safety. Our experienced team handles complex cases involving protection claims, human rights applications, and challenges to removal decisions, ensuring comprehensive legal representation throughout the process.

When Do You Need Human Rights or Asylum Support?

You need our expertise when:

Claiming asylum due to persecution in your home country
Facing removal or deportation from the UK
Establishing right to family life under Article 8
Building a private life claim after long UK residence
Appealing a refused asylum decision
Seeking humanitarian protection

Asylum Claims

Initial Asylum Applications

Refugee status claims
Humanitarian protection applications
Statelessness applications
Unaccompanied minor claims
Religious persecution cases
Political opinion claims

Grounds for Asylum

Protection available for persecution based on:

Race or Ethnicity: Discrimination and violence based on ethnic origin
Religion: Persecution for religious beliefs or practices
Nationality: Targeting based on national origin
Political Opinion: Persecution for political beliefs or activities
Social Group: Including LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and other groups

Asylum Process

Screening interview with Home Office
Substantive asylum interview
Gathering supporting evidence
Home Office decision
Appeal rights if refused
Fresh claims if circumstances change

Human Rights Applications

Article 8 – Right to Family Life

Established family relationships in UK
British citizen children
Dependent family members
Long-term partnerships
Parental access rights
Family unity considerations

Article 8 – Right to Private Life

Long residence (20 years adult, 7 years child)
Integration into UK society
Loss of ties to home country
Medical treatment dependencies
Educational continuity
Employment and community ties

Article 3 – Protection from Harm

Risk of torture or inhuman treatment
Medical cases requiring UK treatment
Suicide risk upon removal
Trafficking victim protection
Domestic violence cases
Honor-based violence risks

Long Residence Applications

20-Year Route

For adults with continuous UK residence:

Must prove 20 years continuous residence
Limited absences from UK allowed
Good character requirement
No public funds reliance
English language proficiency

7-Year Child Rule

For children who have lived in UK:

7 years continuous residence
Best interests assessment
Integration into UK life
Educational continuity
Family circumstances

Deportation and Removal Defense

Challenging Deportation

Automatic deportation appeals
Criminality threshold challenges
Rehabilitation evidence
Family impact assessments
Public interest balancing
Re-entry ban challenges

Administrative Removal

Defense against removal for:

Overstayers
Illegal entry
Breach of conditions
Deception allegations
Public good grounds

Appeal Process

First-tier Tribunal Appeals

Human rights appeals
Protection appeals
EEA appeals
Revocation appeals
Deprivation of citizenship appeals

Upper Tribunal Appeals

Error of law applications
Permission to appeal
Substantive hearings
Country guidance cases
Reported decisions

Higher Courts

Court of Appeal
Supreme Court cases
Judicial review proceedings
Urgent injunctions
Interim relief applications

Fresh Claims and Further Submissions

When to Make Fresh Claims

Change in country conditions
New evidence emergence
Change in personal circumstances
New case law developments
Medical condition changes
Family situation updates

Fresh Claim Requirements

Significantly different material
Realistic prospect of success
Not previously considered
Creates fresh right of appeal
Paragraph 353 compliance

Detention and Bail

Immigration Detention

Challenging unlawful detention
Bail applications
Detention center visits
Judicial review of detention
Damages claims
Release arrangements

Bail Conditions

Residence requirements
Reporting obligations
Electronic monitoring
Financial conditions
Variation applications

Support and Accommodation

Asylum Support

Section 95 support applications
Accommodation provision
Financial support rates
Dispersal challenges
Support appeals
Emergency accommodation

Destitution Support

Section 4 support
Hard cases support
Refused asylum seekers
No recourse to public funds
Local authority support

Our Human Rights and Asylum Services

Case Preparation

Comprehensive case assessment
Evidence gathering and organization
Witness statement preparation
Expert report coordination
Country evidence research
Medical evidence arrangement

Representation Services

Home Office interviews
Tribunal hearings
Bail applications
Emergency injunctions
Appeals and reviews
Fresh claim submissions

Ongoing Support

24/7 emergency assistance
Detention center visits
Family liaison
Interpreter services
Mental health support referrals
Integration assistance

Why Choose Connaught Law

SRA regulated solicitors
Specialist asylum and human rights team
Legal aid contracts available
Multilingual support services
Emergency out-of-hours service
Strong track record in complex cases

Our Expertise

Experienced human rights solicitors
Former Home Office decision makers
Published country experts
Higher courts advocacy rights
Judicial review specialists
International protection experts

Client Support Services

Free initial assessment
Legal aid eligibility check
Emergency representation
Document translation services
Vulnerable client support
Post-grant integration help

Next Steps

Protect your fundamental rights with expert legal representation. Our specialist team provides comprehensive support for asylum claims, human rights applications, and immigration appeals. We understand the urgency and sensitivity of these cases. Call 0203 909 8399 or Book Online for immediate assistance.

Legal aid may be available for eligible asylum and human rights cases. Emergency appointments available. All consultations are confidential and conducted with sensitivity.