Migration Agent Lawyer Sydney, Australia
Have you had a visa
Cancelled or refused?
I can help.
MERITS REVIEW | JUDICIAL REVIEW | SUBMISSIONS & ADVICE | VISA APPLICATIONS
Visa Cancelled or refused?
I can help.
MERITS REVIEW | JUDICIAL REVIEW | SUBMISSIONS & ADVICE | VISA APPLICATIONS
Highly-Experienced Sydney Migration Lawyer
As an Australian Barrister and Migration Lawyer based in Sydney, Australia, I have been assisting and advising people with their migration problems since 2001. My specialty is in helping clients with Visa Refusals and Cancellations, with particular expertise in Character Cancellation matters.
Sometimes it is possible to avoid the refusal or cancellation with a well-written submission in response to a natural justice letter. Sometimes it is necessary to seek merits review in the AAT or judicial review in the Courts. I am an experienced advocate and can appear for you in the courts and tribunals. I can also help with professionally drafted submissions, statements and advice on the evidence required.
I am flexible and I tailor my services to your situation. All fees are negotiable. I am generally prepared to at least have a preliminary look at your matter at no cost to you.
You are welcome to read or subscribe to (no cost) my Migration Case Law blog. As well as being an Australian Migration Lawyer, I also practise in Commercial Litigation and am an accredited Barrister, Mediator & Arbitrator (see https://www.cutler.com.au/).
Tailored legal advice from a migration lawyer
Merits Review
Most decisions to refuse or cancel a visa have a right to have the decision reviewed on its merits in the AAT (Administrative Appeals Tribunal). The process of lodging the application is straightforward but must be done within the strict time frames provided. A review application can be decided in your favour without a hearing. If the AAT does conduct a hearing, I can assist you in the preparation for the hearing. Read more
Judicial Review
If your merits review case has been unsuccessful in the AAT, you may have grounds for an application for judicial review in the Federal Circuit Court. Commencing these proceedings is not a decision which should be taken without proper advice. I can help you analyse the AAT decision and ascertain if there has been a jurisdictional error. Read more
Submissions & Advice
I can assist you with advice about what migration options are open to you (including advice on review and appellate matters). I can also assist you if an issue has arisen in the course of your visa application (e.g. character issues or allegations about misleading information) and the department have issued a natural justice letter. In those cases, I can help you with professionally drafted submissions to address the issues raised. Read more
Visa Applications
Whether you are a business wanting to employ an overseas worker, or you are an individual wanting to apply, I can help you with your visa application. I am also prepared to offer my services on an “unbundled” basis where I can direct or advise you on how to manage your own application. Please email me an outline of your situation so we can discuss your Visa Application and how I can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What legal services do you offer?
We offer expert legal services in several key areas including:
- Visa & Immigration Law: Helping individuals and businesses deal with refusals, cancellations and natural justice issues;
- Reviews of decisions: Offering submissions and representation in the Tribunal and in the Courts. Merits and judicial review are our speciality;
- Employer Nomination and Sponsorship: Assisting businesses with hiring skilled workers from overseas.
- Family Visa : Handling partner, parent, and other family visa applications.
- Business Law & Immigration: Helping entrepreneurs and business owners with business migration and visa options.
What types of visas do you assist with?
We specialise in assisting with various visa options such as:
- TSS (482) Visa – This is now the SID (482) Visa (and I updated the website)
- Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)
- Skilled Migration Visas
- Business Innovation & Investment Visa
- Partner Visas
- Family Visas (Parents & Other Family)
- 457 Temporary Working Visa (superseded)
How can you help me with my visa application?
We guide you through the entire visa process, from assessing your eligibility to preparing and submitting your application. We also assist with appeals and merit reviews in case of refusals.
How much do your services cost?
Legal fees vary depending on the complexity of your case. We offer transparent pricing, and a consultation will provide an estimate based on your specific needs.
Where are you located, and do you offer remote services?
We are based in Australia and offer legal services both in person and remotely via phone or video consultations.
How can I contact you for further assistance?
You can reach us at +61 2 9232 4671, via email at [email protected], or by submitting an enquiry through our Contact page.