Westkin Associates

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Meet our team

We are incredibly proud of our team of immigration lawyers, legal assistants and office workers. A full list of staff can be requested upon application. All are regulated by the Office of Immigration Services Commissioner.

Our legal team

Westkin Associates are leading immigration lawyers in London. We are incredibly proud of our team of immigration lawyers, legal assistants and office workers. A full list of staff can be requested upon application. All are regulated by the IAA.

If you wish to contact any of our lawyers directly, please give us a call or email at your convenience. If you are unsure which immigration lawyer is right for you – call in or use the enquiry box on the right, and we will ensure you speak to the right expert.

Amir Zaidi

FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER
After practising as a barrister for a number of years, Amir created Westkin to provide innovative immigration services to all. Amir also heads the sensitive casework team which assists those with public profiles.
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Rosy Romano

Partner, Legal Director
Rosy is regulated at the highest (Level 3) by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner. She also has JRCM status, which means she is qualified to carry out Judicial Review work.
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Victoria Dubinscaia

Operations Director
Victoria heads the Operations Team at Westkin. She gained an MSc in Law and Finance (high merit) she is also an Associate Bookkeeping member of the AAT and holds a distinction in Advanced Accounting.
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Houman Shaikh

Sales Director
With over 11 years’ experience practising in immigration law, Houman is renowned for attention to detail and commitment to understanding the finance, business, political and cultural context of every visa application.
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Amy Smith

Immigration Lawyer
After studying a Law degree and with 10+ years in UK Immigration Amy has mastered a wide variety of business and personal visas.
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Michael Marziano

Immigration Lawyer
With 17 years practicing law, Michael graduated Birkbeck in 2012 with first class honours in Law, he is regulated by OISC at level 3 and accredited by SRA Immigration and Asylum Accreditation Scheme since 2006.
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Dan Pinte

Immigration Solicitor
Dan has developed a reputation for extremely client focussed, highly organised and calm no matter how complex the case.
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Bethannie Cooper

Immigration Solicitor
Bethannie is an immigration solicitor specialising in adult dependent relative cases, business immigration, spouses, asylum, and all forms of immigration law.
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Georgina Hebibasi

Immigration Solicitor
Georgina is a qualified solicitor who prides herself on being passionate and caring towards her client cases and also always goes above and beyond to achieve great results.
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Jamie Baltazar

Immigration Lawyer
Jamie is regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) and focuses on all aspects of personal and business immigration law. She is known for working diligently whilst keeping a smile on her face.
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Ting Zhang

Immigration Lawyer
Ting combines a sharp legal mind with a zest for life, whether she's navigating complex immigration laws or perfecting her badminton serve.
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Holly Brown

Immigration Lawyer
With vast experience in many immigration matters, Holly is dedicated to offering a friendly and professional experience to her clients, ensuring their immigration process is as smooth and stress free as can be.
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Grace Hosking

Immigration Lawyer
Grace handles a wide range of immigration casework, with a particular focus on corporate matters. Known for her friendly and proactive approach, Grace supports clients with care and precision.
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Cindy Salame

Immigration Lawyer
With a keen attention to detail and a genuine commitment to clients, Cindy ensures every case is handled with expertise and care. She offers legal advice in English, French and Arabic.
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Kata Varbiro

Immigration Solicitor
Kata is an immigration solicitor, known for her friendly approach and dedication to her clients. Her client focused approach and attention to detail assures that her clients feel supported along their immigration process.
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Spencer Vell

Immigration Solicitor
Spencer brings a methodical, client-led approach to immigration matters. With a focus on clear, effective communication, he ensures clients feel supported and informed throughout the process.
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Henry Lau

Immigration Solicitor
Henry has over 16 years’ experience in UK immigration law, covering a wide range of cases. He is known for being both highly knowledgeable and approachable, offering clear, supportive guidance to his clients.
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Christina Zeng

Immigration Solicitor
Best known for her creative approach to evidence gathering, Christina has a reputation for ‘making the impossible possible’, bringing global perspective and heartfelt dedication to every client she represents.
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Elizabeth Sheridan

Immigration Lawyer
Elizabeth is an immigration solicitor specialising in family, nationality and complex human rights applications. She has experience advising both individual and business clients across a wide range of UK immigration matters.
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Yasmin Adib

Immigration Solicitor
Yasmin is a qualified solicitor with over 7 years’ experience in immigration law. Yasmin is friendly, organised and thorough, and is determined to obtain the best possible outcome in any given situation.
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Tanya Kriplani Manglani

Immigration Solicitor
Tanya is a qualified solicitor with experience in a wide range of personal immigration matters. She is committed to providing tailored advice to her clients to ensure she can achieve great outcomes for them.
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Tamara Manelidou

Immigration Lawyer
Tamara is an experienced immigration lawyer who began her career in 2020 after completing her Master of Laws. She is passionate about helping clients and skilled in a wide range of immigration matters.
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Roza Nafalska

Client Onboarding Executive
As a Junior Sales Associate, Roza specialises in providing personalised support to clients seeking immigration advice and services. With a strong focus on building lasting relationships.
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Olubowale Odukoya

Client Onboarding Executive
As a Junior Associate at Westkin Associates, Wale serves as initial contact for new clients that require immigration advise assisting on a wide range of matters ranging from business and corporate immigration to asylum and human rights claims.
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Dayo Shokunbi

Client Onboarding Executive
As an associate at Westkin Associates Dayo specializes in navigating the complexities of immigration law to provide our clients with expert legal guidance.
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Nicole Duvwiama

Client Onboarding Executive
Nicole works across business development and client acquisition, engaging inbound immigration enquiries and qualifying prospective clients. She advocates for her clients, ensuring they achieve tailored immigration solutions.
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Ruby Edwards

Legal Assistant
Ruby graduated from the University of Leeds in 2024 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honors). In January 2025, Ruby joined Westkin Associates as a legal assistant on Kirstin Caspersen’s team and has assisted with a variety of immigration matters.
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Andrea Chiu

Legal Assistant
As a legal assistant, Andrea is eager to provide conscientious support.
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Maya Raihal

Legal Assistant
Maya joined Westkin in October 2025 as a Legal Assistant on Bethannie Cooper’s team, and she has assisted on various immigration matters with a calm and organised approach.
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Joshua Lok

Legal Assistant
Joshua began his career in immigration law in 2022. He joined Westkin Associates in February 2026 as a legal assistant on Michael Marziano’s team and is training towards an IAA accreditation.
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Lily Smith

Legal Assistant
Lily graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2023 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honors). In September 2025, she joined Westkin Associates as a legal assistant on Michael Marziano’s team and has assisted with a variety of immigration matters.
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Glodina Mwale

Receptionist
Glodina is an integral part of the team, is the first point of contact with clients and assists with financial and administrative matters.
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Cerys Scourfield

Administrative Receptionist
Cerys is a valued member of the team and the first point of contact for clients. She offers a friendly and professional welcome to all who engage with the firm and provides administrative and financial support to assist with the smooth running of the office.
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Selin Kuday

HR & Project Manager
As HR & Project Manager, Selin aligns people strategies with business goals, leads recruitment and performance initiatives, and ensures timely project delivery through efficient collaboration.
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