Haywood Martin Wise

I was referred to Mr. Haywood Wise by the business lawyer of the company I work for here in Paris. My situation was slightly unusual, in that I was an Australian looking to obtain a carte de sejour to remain in Paris based on a UK Civil Partnership that I entered into less than 3 months ago, with m...y English Partner. Haywood understood the urgency of my case as my current visa was close to expiring, and prepared my case very quickly and efficiently, keeping me up to date via regular telephone and email contact, as well as in person. His research into our rights was extremely thorough and current, even drawing upon a relatively unheard about new EU legislation only recently passed the month before, that made the previous French legislation obsolete in my situation. I felt confident knowing he would represent me at the prefecture, as on previous visits when I went alone the Prefecture had been very unhelpful, and I was never informed about this new EU legislation. In the end it was Haywood's attention to detail to ensure our case was as well prepared as possible, his determination, and his professional and respectful manner when he accompanied me to the Prefecture, which ensured I was granted this seemingly impossible-to-get Visa. Telling the French that their national law was overruled by EU law was something requiring the greatest sensitivity and tact, which Haywood demonstrated in abundance. I have already recommended him to other friends needing help with immigration, and I would not hesitate to use his services or recommend him again. Thanks so much for your help Mr Wise, I’m absolutely thrilled!

For submission of my files for naturalization, Haywood prepared all papers, made appointment in prefecture (which was a very difficult and heavy procedure knowing the French bureaucracy and reality), personally accompanied me to the prefecture for my appointment and stayed there during all the time o...f submission of the files, being ready to support and interfere if needed. I found him professional, quick and responsible, he is really very good in what he is doing.

I would highly recommend Haywood to anyone interested in immigrating and/or doing international business. He is extremely knowledgeable in both sectors. My husband and I worked with Haywood and successfully obtained our 3 year Carte de Sejours (Competences et Talents) and opened an SARL in France. He... correctly advised us on how to strengthen our applications and be taken seriously by the French authorities. He continues to make himself available for any questions we have and we feel very confident knowing that anytime we need professional advise, we can call him. Thank you Haywood!

I hired a previous lawyer before requiring Mr. WISE's services. Unhappy of the services provided by my former lawyer I hired Mr WISE who handled my French nationality case for half what the previous (unsuccessful) procedure cost me. I received a clear retainer agreement with a global fee, and Mr WI...SE's diligence was greatly appreciated during the entire process. I can only recommend his services.