SENIOR PARTNER

Julian Vance

Managing Partner & Head of Practice

Call: 1991 • SRA Regulated Practitioner

Primary Practice Directives
Corporate Governance Commercial Litigation Sponsor Licensing Cross-Border Disputes
Julian Vance Portrait
Managing Partner & Senior Counsel

Overview

Julian Vance has over 30 years of legal experience in cross-border corporate governance, high-stakes commercial litigation, and regulatory compliance across the UK and international jurisdictions.

Before founding the firm’s executive mobility practice, Julian served as Head of Commercial Law for an international magic-circle firm. He regularly advises FTSE-100 executives, private equity funds, and high-net-worth individuals on complex regulatory frameworks and sponsor licensing mandates.

Primary Directives & Advisory

Practice Areas

Corporate Governance

Advising corporate boards on statutory compliance, shareholder agreements, and cross-border restructurings.

Commercial Disputes

High-stakes arbitration and litigation involving breach of contract, joint ventures, and international asset recovery.

Sponsor Licensing

Guiding multinational employers through Home Office compliance, UKVI audits, and Skilled Worker allocations.

High-Net-Worth Mobility

Bespoke residency strategies for international investors, tech founders, and family offices.

Credentials & Admissions

Education & Qualifications

1991

Called to the Bar of England & Wales

Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn • Senior Scholar

1990

Master of Laws (LL.M.) with Distinction

London School of Economics (LSE) • Specialisation in International Commercial Arbitration

1988

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. Hons)

University of Cambridge • First Class Honours

Insights & Publications

Recent Commentary

2026

Key Changes to UK Sponsor License Compliance Standards

Published in the Law Gazette • An analysis of mandatory audit controls for UK employers.

2025

Navigating Cross-Border Shareholder Disputes Post-Reform

Executive Digest • Strategic insights for board directors managing international ventures.

FIRM LEADERSHIP

Senior Partners & Practice Heads

Julian Vance

Julian Vance, KC

Managing Partner
18+ Yrs Experience
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Julian oversees global commercial litigation and high-stakes corporate restructurings, advising board members across Europe and the UK.

Corporate Law Commercial Litigation Cross-Border Transactions
Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Head of Corporate Immigration
Sponsorship Specialist
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Elena leads the firm's mobility practice, specializing in Sponsor Licenses, Skilled Worker audits, and executive relocation frameworks.

Sponsor Licensing High-Net-Worth Visas Compliance Audits
Marcus Sterling

Marcus Sterling

Senior Partner, Real Estate
Commercial Property
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Marcus acts for institutional landlords, property developers, and corporate tenants on major commercial acquisitions and lease agreements.

Lease Negotiations Portfolio Acquisition Property Litigation