Humanitarian Protection Granted for Family from Donetsk Following Filtration Camp Detention
30.06.2025
Background
This case involved a family from Donetsk who had fled the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The client had previously been detained in a filtration camp in the Russian-occupied territories, an experience that had left lasting psychological and physical effects. Despite the Home Office’s increasingly restrictive approach toward Ukrainian asylum claims, the client sought humanitarian protection for himself and his family, fearing that returning to any part of Ukraine would expose them to significant risks.
Challenge
The primary challenge in this case was to convince the Home Office that the family faced real risks of serious harm if returned to Ukraine. This included not only the brutal experience of the client’s past detention in the filtration camp but also the continuing instability and danger across Ukraine, which made return unsafe.
Our Approach
Ms. Tetiana Deren provided exceptional legal representation in this case. She carefully prepared the claim, ensuring it was backed by comprehensive evidence. This included:
- Psychological assessments and medical records documenting the client’s trauma;
- Personal statements detailing the client’s and his family’s experiences;
- Detailed country evidence highlighting the ongoing risks and instability in Ukraine.
Ms. Deren’s strategy was to present a holistic picture of the dangers the family faced, both from past events and the ongoing situation in Ukraine, ensuring that the Home Office fully understood the gravity of their circumstances.
Outcome
Thanks to Ms. Tetiana Deren’s meticulous preparation and expert legal arguments, the Home Office fully accepted our submissions. Humanitarian protection was granted to the entire family, allowing them to remain in the UK and live free from the risks of further harm.
Conclusion
This case highlights the vital role of skilled legal support in protecting vulnerable individuals and families. Ms. Tetiana Deren’s outstanding work and Sterling Law’s expertise ensured that the client and his family were granted the protection they so desperately needed. At Sterling Law, we are committed to providing tailored, high-quality legal services to secure the best possible outcomes for our clients.
