In the final of our series of three ‘Appeals Preparation’ workshops, you’ll learn about the types of applications that can be made before the main hearing, along with what to expect and top tips for the appeal hearing itself.
In this session, we will be discussing issues that might crop up before the appeal hearing and how to best deal with these as potential pre-hearing applications.
You will learn how to make effective and persuasive written adjournment applications and other applicable pre-hearing applications. You will also learn about things to think about pre-hearing for vulnerable clients. We will also touch on preparation and top tips for this.
In the second part of the session, you will learn about what happens at the appeal hearing itself and how to best prepare your client.
You will gain top tips about dealing with your opponent, assisting the Judge/judicial intervention, presenting the appeal and how to make best use of the bundle at the hearing in your closing submissions.
Sanaz Saifolahi. Sanaz is a barrister at Goldsmith Chambers. She has specialised in immigration, asylum and human rights law for over 22 years and is recognised as a leading junior in this area
of law.
Intermediate: This workshop is designed for immigration practitioners (IAA caseworkers, solicitors and barristers) who have a working knowledge of the immigration appeals process and would like to improve their skills when it comes to preparing for immigration appeals.
The ticket cost is £110 + VAT for members, and £130 + VAT for non-members.
Members, to secure your discount, please log in to your Free Movement account before booking.
After the workshop, you will be emailed a copy of the presentation slides. The workshop is not recorded.
If you would like a certificate of attendance for your continuing professional development record, please email editor@freemovement.org.uk after the workshop has finished.
Refund policy: We understand that circumstances can change. Cancellation and refund is possible with no questions asked up to 7 days before the workshop is due to begin. Please contact editor@freemovement.org.uk.
£130.00
Date: 8 October 2025
Course length: 1.5 hours
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
The webinar will take place over Zoom.
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It’s a great way to gain foundational understanding of immigration law that is digestible yet still comprehensive. I liked how interactive the class was where we were encouraged to utilise our knowledge and test our understanding.
Detailed but not overwhelming. The examples where good and illustrated complex parts well. The quiz at the end was very good.
I thought the test questions were helpful. The language used was clear. The visuals for more complicated parts of the rules were great.
Very clear language, useful examples, links to relevant further information, legislation, etc.
