Our senior immigration lawyers and registered migration agents are deeply experienced in all the various employer-sponsored visas, skilled independent migration visas, partner visas, family visas, labour agreements, Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) appeals, Federal Court appeals and Ministerial Intervention matters.
Whether you need an immigration lawyer for visas or citizenship, you are in safe hands with our team of migration experts – including accredited immigration law specialist David Stratton – and Ryan Curtis-Griffiths, Director of Migration, who has been recognised as one of the Leading Immigration Lawyers & Agents by the Doyle’s Guide.
• Independent applications
• Family migration (including partner – spouse and de facto – and child or parent)
• Employer nominations
• Corporate and business-sponsored temporary and permanent residence visas
• Business skills migration
• General skilled migration
• Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) appeals
• Federal Court matters
• Migration support services.
We can also support individuals looking to visit or live in the US. Our US immigration lawyers can provide advice on the appropriate visa to apply for and guide you through the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a migration agent and a migration lawyer?
How do I find out if my migration agent is registered?
At Nevett Ford, our migration agents are registered with OMARA and have years of experience and expertise in handling complex migration cases for people from all walks of life.
What is the pathway to permanent residency in Australia?
What are the eligibility criteria for a visa?
How long does the migration application process typically take?
What if my visa is rejected or denied?
What is the Administrative Review Tribunal?
Can I represent myself if dealing with the ART or do I need a lawyer?
Why Choose Us
Decades of Experience
Our experienced lawyers and agents can handle everything from initial eligibility assessments and application lodgement to visa management and appeals.
Personalised Service
We know that every migration case is unique, which is why we tailor our strategies to fit your individual needs and circumstances.
High Success Rate
Our migration lawyers help you prepare ‘decision-ready’ applications for the best chance of a successful migration application result.
Standard Of Care
We believe in more than just legal representation – we believe in building a partnership with our clients that results in a strong and meaningful bond.
Fast Response
Our lawyers pride ourselves on being accessible and responsive to calls and emails.
Initial Fixed Cost Consultations
We provide transparent and affordable fees, so clients would know what the process will look like ahead of time.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
Professional Qualifications & Associations
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The Workplace Justice Visa
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