At SHL Migration Lawyers, we deliver clear, strategic and reliable migration law services to employers, skilled professionals and families across Australia.
Based in Melbourne, our principal practitioner brings over 10 years of experience in Australian migration law — beginning as a Registered Migration Agent and later transitioning into a Migration Lawyer in 2021.
This progression from agent to lawyer reflects a deep commitment to professional growth, legal precision and high‑quality client service. It also means our clients benefit from both practical, hands‑on migration experience and the advanced legal capability required to navigate complex cases, compliance issues and evolving policy settings.
We specialise in Employer Sponsored Visas, General Skilled Migration, Character Submission and Partner Visa pathways, offering advice that is accurate, strategic and grounded in real‑world outcomes.
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Apply for Standard Business Sponsorship and understand your sponsorship obligations with guidance from experienced migration lawyers.
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We provide practical sponsorship obligations training for Australian employers, covering compliance requirements, record keeping, notification duties and workplace obligations.
We also provide comprehensive temporary visa holder compliance audits to help Australian employers review visa conditions, sponsorship obligations and employment arrangements.
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Professional migration policy writing services for Australian businesses, including tailored immigration policies, sponsorship procedures and compliance documentation.
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Assistance with transferring existing Subclass 482 visa holders to a new employer, including nomination applications and employer sponsorship requirements.
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We provide expert assistance with nomination applications for employer-sponsored visas in Australia including subclass 482 and 186 Visa.
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We provide legal assistance with Labour Agreement applications as well as DAMA, including preparation, negotiation and ongoing sponsorship requirements for eligible employers.
Our Services for Business
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A skills assessment is required for many Australian skilled migration visas. We provide advice on the appropriate assessing authority, qualifications, employment history and supporting documentation.
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The Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa allows eligible international graduates to temporarily live, study and work in Australia. We assist with eligibility assessment, application preparation and potential pathways to other visas.
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The Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa is a permanent employer-sponsored visa for eligible skilled workers. We assist with eligibility, nomination requirements and visa application preparation.
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The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa allows eligible Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers for nominated positions. We advise employers and applicants on sponsorship, nomination and visa requirements.
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The Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa is a points-tested permanent visa for eligible skilled workers who do not require employer, state or territory sponsorship. We assist with skills assessment, points assessment, EOI strategy and visa applications.
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The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa is a permanent visa for eligible skilled applicants nominated by an Australian state or territory. We provide advice on eligibility, nomination requirements, EOI and visa applications.
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The Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa provides a pathway for eligible skilled workers to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia. We assist with eligibility, nomination, points requirements and visa applications.
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The Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa provides a pathway to permanent residency for eligible holders of certain regional provisional visas. We assess eligibility and assist with the permanent residency application.
Our Services for Skilled Professionals
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Our experienced Australian immigration lawyer assists couples with partner visa applications, including Subclass 820 and 801 Partner Visas for applicants in Australia and Subclass 309 and 100 Partner Visas for applicants applying from outside Australia.
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Our New Zealand citizen character pre-check service identifies potential character issues before you proceed with an Australian immigration application or related process, helping you understand whether further legal advice may be required.
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We prepare tailored character submissions for Australian visa matters, addressing concerns before it is raised by the Department of Home Affairs. We review the circumstances, supporting evidence and relevant issues to present a clear and persuasive submission
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If your Australian visa application has been refused, we can review the decision, identify potential issues and advise you on available review or alternative visa options. Early legal advice can be important, particularly where strict review deadlines apply.
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The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) reviews certain Australian immigration and visa decisions. We provide advice on whether you may have review rights and assist with preparing your case, supporting evidence and submissions.
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A visa cancellation can significantly affect your ability to remain in Australia. We provide advice and assistance in responding to cancellation notices, including assessing the circumstances and preparing appropriate submissions or review applications where available.
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In limited circumstances, Ministerial Intervention may provide a possible pathway where other migration options or review processes are unavailable or have been exhausted. We assess whether your circumstances may justify a request and assist with preparing a detailed submission.
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A Bridging Visa can allow eligible applicants to remain lawfully in Australia while their immigration matter is being resolved. We provide advice on bridging visa conditions, work rights, travel considerations and visa options relevant to your circumstances.
Personalised Services