Sensitive advice and support to abandoned wife of wealthy British citizen resident in Barbados

The Challenges Faced

Client L, a Filipina national, faced significant challenges after being abandoned in the UK by her wealthy British spouse, B. Having married in Barbados, she was promised relocation to the UK, where B supported her entry clearance as his spouse. However, he abandoned her, leaving her vulnerable. Client L sought settlement as a victim of domestic abuse, with a complex case involving allegations of physical, financial, and coercive abuse across three continents. Evidencing this abuse was difficult due to her vulnerable position and limited access to documentation.

How Latitude Law Helped

Latitude Law provided sensitive support, taking instructions at Client L’s home for her comfort. We collaborated with her and her family solicitors to gather available evidence of abuse. Additionally, we prepared a legal challenge to the Home Office’s “one at a time” policy, arguing it indirectly discriminated without lawful justification.

The Outcome

Client L’s settlement application as a victim of domestic abuse remains pending with the Home Office.