Immigration Solicitor Salary in Leicestershire 2026
Salary benchmarks for immigration solicitors in Leicestershire, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 46 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for immigration solicitors in Leicestershire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £37,000 £29,500–£44,000 | £39,500 £33,000–£47,500 | £54,500 £44,000–£68,500 | £45,000 £38,000–£55,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £42,000 £33,500–£51,000 | £46,000 £37,500–£55,000 | £61,500 £49,000–£79,000 | £52,000 £43,000–£64,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £49,000 £39,000–£59,500 | £53,000 £43,500–£64,000 | £72,000 £56,000–£95,000 | £60,500 £48,500–£76,000 |
| 6-8 PQE | £58,000 £44,000–£72,000 | £62,000 £49,000–£77,000 | £86,000 £66,000–£114,000 | £71,000 £55,500–£91,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £65,500 £51,000–£86,000 | £73,500 £57,500–£96,500 | £103,500 £77,500–£140,500 | £84,500 £65,000–£112,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How immigration solicitor pay varies across firm types in Leicestershire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£37,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £29,500–£44,000
8+ PQE: up to £86,000
Regional / Mid-size
£39,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £33,000–£47,500
8+ PQE: up to £96,500
City / National
£54,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £44,000–£68,500
8+ PQE: up to £140,500
In-house
£45,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£55,500
8+ PQE: up to £112,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Leicestershire immigration teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,500 | £26,000 £24,000–£28,000 | £28,000 £26,000–£32,000 | £27,000 £24,500–£30,000 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £24,000–£28,000 | £28,000 £25,500–£31,000 | £31,500 £28,000–£36,000 | £29,000 £26,500–£33,000 |
| 3-5 years | £28,000 £25,500–£30,500 | £30,000 £27,500–£33,500 | £34,500 £30,500–£40,000 | £32,000 £28,000–£36,500 |
| 5+ years | £30,000 £27,500–£33,500 | £33,000 £29,000–£38,000 | £38,000 £33,000–£45,500 | £35,500 £31,000–£42,000 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £24,500 £23,500–£26,500 | £28,000 £25,500–£31,000 | £26,000 £24,000–£28,000 |
| 1-3 years | £25,000 £24,000–£26,500 | £26,000 £24,000–£28,000 | £30,000 £27,500–£34,000 | £28,000 £25,500–£31,000 |
| 3-5 years | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £28,000 £25,500–£30,000 | £33,000 £29,000–£37,500 | £30,000 £27,500–£33,500 |
| 5+ years | £27,000 £25,000–£30,000 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,500 | £36,500 £32,000–£43,000 | £33,000 £29,000–£38,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £24,500–£30,500 | £33,000 £29,000–£38,000 | £30,500 £27,000–£34,500 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £24,000–£29,000 | £29,500 £26,000–£33,000 | £37,000 £32,000–£43,000 | £33,500 £29,500–£39,000 |
| 3-5 years | £29,500 £26,000–£33,000 | £33,000 £28,500–£37,500 | £41,500 £35,000–£49,500 | £37,000 £32,000–£44,000 |
| 5+ years | £33,000 £28,500–£38,500 | £37,000 £31,000–£45,000 | £47,500 £39,500–£58,000 | £42,500 £35,500–£52,000 |
Immigration Firms in Leicestershire
Regulated immigration firms in Leicestershire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Aa Grewal and Aggarwal Solicitors
Leicester
Acharyas
Leicester
Agr Law Ltd
Leicester
Ali & Barrow Solicitors Ltd
Leicester
Archer Maher Limited
Loughborough
Asr Advantage Law Limited
Also known as Advantage Law Incorporating David Bendell & Co, Advantage Law Incorporating Brown & Corbishley
Hinckley
Bhavsar Patel Limited
Leicester
Bond Adam Limited
Leicester
Bond Adams LLP
Leicester
Bp Legal Solicitors Limited
Leicester
Bright Legal Solicitors Limited
Leicester
Burton & Burton Solicitors Limited
Also known as Addison Brooke
Leicester
Bushra Ali Solicitors Limited
Leicester
Cartwright King Solicitors Ltd
Leicester
Chetty and Patel Limited
Leicester
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified immigration solicitor in Leicestershire?
Newly qualified immigration solicitors in Leicestershire typically earn between £29,500 and £68,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £37,000, mid-size firms around £39,500 and City or national firms around £54,500.
What does a immigration solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Leicestershire?
At 4 to 5 PQE, immigration solicitors in Leicestershire typically earn between £39,000 and £95,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £49,000, mid-size around £53,000 and City or national firms around £72,000.
How does firm size affect immigration solicitor salaries in Leicestershire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Leicestershire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £37,000, while a City or national firm may pay £54,500 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in Leicestershire in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Leicestershire typically earn between £23,500 and £28,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £24,500 and mid-size firms around £26,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £27,500 to £38,000, with boutique firms around £30,000 and mid-size around £33,000, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only and are not specific to any individual firm. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.