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ABOUT CG PROFESSIONAL

A premium commerciallaw firm

CG challenges and reinvents the way legal services are delivered. We operate in a client-first environment, creating a culture that engages, listens and adapts to our clients, with premium people delivering premium client experiences.

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OUR SERVICES

Commercial legal advice forthe commercial world

From commercial and corporate law to employment, immigration and real estate — clear, business-first advice at every stage.

Immigration Law

Immigration Law Solicitors UK immigration rules are detailed and change frequently. Whether you are applying for a visa, challenging a refusal, or planning a long-term future in the UK, specialist advice helps you navigate the process with confidence. Our immigration lawyers provide clear, practical guidance for individuals, families, and businesses — preparing strong applications and representing clients when decisions go wrong. How We Can Help Work, study, and family visa applications Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship Sponsor licences and business immigration Human rights and asylum matters Administrative reviews and appeals Entry clearance and visa refusals Complex and multi-pathway case strategy Personal Immigration From partner and spouse visas to settlement and nationality, we help you understand eligibility requirements, prepare supporting evidence, and submit applications that meet Home Office standards. Business Immigration We advise employers and sponsored workers on Certificates of Sponsorship, compliance duties, and skilled worker routes — reducing the risk of delays, refusals, or licence issues. Speak to Our Team If you need immigration advice, contact us for an assessment of your circumstances. We will explain your options and set out a clear plan for moving forward.

Commercial Law

Commercial Law Solicitors Strong commercial advice helps businesses grow, manage risk, and resolve disputes without unnecessary disruption. We support companies, directors, and entrepreneurs with clear, commercially focused legal guidance. Our commercial solicitors draft and negotiate contracts, advise on business structures and transactions, and act when commercial relationships break down. How We Can Help Commercial contracts and terms of business Shareholder and partnership agreements Company formation and corporate governance Business sales, purchases, and investment Commercial dispute resolution Agency, distribution, and supply arrangements Directors’ duties and shareholder disputes Contracts and Transactions Well-drafted agreements reduce ambiguity and protect your position. We prepare and review commercial documents so your rights, obligations, and exit routes are clear before problems arise. Commercial Disputes When disagreements escalate, we advise on strategy, negotiation, mediation, and litigation — always weighing cost, risk, and commercial objectives. Speak to Our Team Whether you need a contract reviewed, a deal completed, or a dispute resolved, contact us for practical commercial law support tailored to your business.

Employment Law

Employment Law Solicitors Whether you are an employee facing unfair treatment at work or an employer managing workplace issues, clear employment law advice can make a decisive difference. Our solicitors advise on rights, obligations, and practical next steps under UK employment legislation. We support clients through disputes, negotiations, and formal proceedings — helping you protect your position while aiming for a proportionate and commercially sensible outcome. How We Can Help Unfair and constructive dismissal claims Discrimination, harassment, and whistleblowing Settlement agreements and exit negotiations Contracts, policies, and workplace handbooks Redundancy and restructuring advice Restrictive covenants and confidential information Employment Tribunal representation For Employees If you have been dismissed, sidelined, or treated unfairly, we will assess the strength of your claim, explain your options, and help you pursue the right remedy — from negotiated settlement to Tribunal proceedings where needed. For Employers We help businesses manage risk, handle difficult workforce decisions correctly, and resolve disputes early. Timely advice often prevents costly litigation and protects your reputation. Speak to Our Team Contact us for practical employment law advice tailored to your circumstances. We will explain your position clearly and recommend a strategy focused on your objectives.

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OUR TEAM

Meet our high qualityteam of lawyers

20+ years

Benjamin Dredge

Director & Senior immigration advisor

Benjamin Dredge is the Director and Senior Immigration Advisor at CG Professional. With more than 20 years’ experience in UK immigration law, Benjamin Dredge provides clear, practical advice and representation across visas, settlement, nationality, human rights and complex casework.

As an OISC-regulated immigration adviser, Benjamin Dredge undertakes specialist casework and advocacy — including Immigration Tribunal appeals and administrative reviews — and is known for combining professional expertise with genuine care for clients and their families.

Whether you need help with a family or work visa, settlement, nationality, sponsor licensing, or a refused application, Benjamin Dredge and the team at CG Professional will guide you from first instruction through to completion.

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TESTIMONIALS

What our clientssay about our service

5.0

“CG Professional guided us through our spouse visa application from start to finish. They explained every step clearly, kept us updated throughout, and our visa was approved without any issues. Highly professional, responsive and genuinely caring — we would recommend CG Professional to anyone.”

5.0

“CG Professional was a beacon of hope for my wife and me when my immigration process became too difficult for us to handle. Not only did they meticulously help us through every step of the process, their professionalism, patience and follow ups offered emotional support to both my wife and me. We are eternally grateful for their service and recommend CG Professional without reservation.”

5.0

“I am writing to thank CG Professional for their services as I found them excellent with my wife's Further Leave to Remain, Indefinite Leave to Remain and British Citizenship. I found them easy to contact if I had any questions or worries and their rates were very reasonable. I will be very happy to recommend CG Professional to anyone who asks.”

5.0

“CG Professional was a great help when it came to renewing my residency permit. They kept me up to date with everything that was going on and any correspondence with the Home Office. The service I received was great and much appreciated and their constant communication with me made me feel at ease. I will definitely be using CG Professional again when I have to renew my visa.”

5.0

“The school were put in touch with CG Professional to help with the process involved in granting a Tier 2 (General) sponsorship for a member of staff. I cannot recommend them more highly in their approach. They were extremely professional, calm and patient! They went out of their way to explain the process step by step.”

5.0

“We were lucky to have found CG Professional. The team was very helpful with our immigration process and their efforts and professionalism helped us achieve our most important goal, which was being together and building a future as a family. We always felt they were at our side every step of the way.”

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