Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas? You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
Excerpts from Ryan Cross's message of Wed Oct 21 17:04:06 +1100 2009:
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
> Thanks!
> Ryan Cross
Kerry Murphy's (D’Ambra Murphy Lawyers) is another. He's fantastic.
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
We have used Paul Cutler many times in the past for Temporary as well
as Permanent visa.
He is always very realistic and thorough in his approach leaving
nothing unturned to avoid last minutes surprise.
He is very helpful, knows lots of people and also got us out of
trouble once when embassy in Paris couldn't find the reference to our
approved visa, in just a couple of hours everything was sorted out ;-)
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
I'm currently on a 457 sponsored visa, I'm probably going to apply for PR
next year, but being honest, is there any real need for a lawyer to process
a PR application? The documentation is freely available, you can upload and
apply on-line. Not exactly rocket science.
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
>> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
>> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
Depending on your situation, it can be quite convoluted. I found that
information wasn't laid out clearly on the DIMIA site, and in my case, there
were some changes in immigration laws which I wouldn't have been aware of if
I hadn't seen my lawyer. (The site hadn't been updated and new law
applicable dates had been changed repeatedly)
The DIMIA phone people and office staff aren't very helpful, and, in my
experience, either aren't forthcoming or don't know the facts.
Depending on your personal situation, missing some deadlines means that
you're ineligible to even apply for an onshore PR, which can really throw a
spanner in the works.
My anecdotal advice is that if your case is straightforward (you meet all
the qualifications, change of laws don't apply to you etc) doing it
yourself isn't an issue. Otherwise see someone and get informed. That way
you can decide if you need assistance with the process or not.
Rai
2009/10/21 Jonathan Clarke <clarke.jonat...@gmail.com>
> I'm currently on a 457 sponsored visa, I'm probably going to apply for PR
> next year, but being honest, is there any real need for a lawyer to process
> a PR application? The documentation is freely available, you can upload and
> apply on-line. Not exactly rocket science.
>> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
>>> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
>>> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
Phillip Yip Lawyers did my PR, they did a great job, but I have to point out
that you don't get that much for your money, because you still have to do
everything yourself. You have to provide all the info, CV, birth
certificates, police clearances, etc, etc. They just tell you what you need
and when you need it and then put the info in the right boxes. We did Kim's
PR ourselves and it was not much more work and really just as easy. My
experience with the immigration office is great and both their helpdesk line
and the people at the counter were very helpful. You can call them for free
and as many times as you like for any questions you have.
Bart
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[mailto:silicon-beach-australia@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rai
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 9:36 PM
To: silicon-beach-australia@googlegroups.com
Subject: [SiliconBeach] Re: Immigration Lawyers
Depending on your situation, it can be quite convoluted. I found that
information wasn't laid out clearly on the DIMIA site, and in my case, there
were some changes in immigration laws which I wouldn't have been aware of if
I hadn't seen my lawyer. (The site hadn't been updated and new law
applicable dates had been changed repeatedly)
The DIMIA phone people and office staff aren't very helpful, and, in my
experience, either aren't forthcoming or don't know the facts. Depending on your personal situation, missing some deadlines means that
you're ineligible to even apply for an onshore PR, which can really throw a
spanner in the works.
My anecdotal advice is that if your case is straightforward (you meet all
the qualifications, change of laws don't apply to you etc) doing it
yourself isn't an issue. Otherwise see someone and get informed. That way
you can decide if you need assistance with the process or not.
Rai
2009/10/21 Jonathan Clarke <clarke.jonat...@gmail.com>
I'm currently on a 457 sponsored visa, I'm probably going to apply for PR
next year, but being honest, is there any real need for a lawyer to process
a PR application? The documentation is freely available, you can upload and
apply on-line. Not exactly rocket science.
We have used Steve Rapeport who owns DTG Migration Services in Bondi
on 2 occasions (one perm residency app and one 457 visa) and been
delighted with the charge and results. He is a registed migration
agent and clearly understands how the process works. Contact details
are below. Mention IPscape and Silicon Beach and who knows he might
give you mates rates.
T: +61 2 9386 9244 M: 0433 195 567
dtgms.com.au
regards
Simon Burke
IPscape
On Oct 21, 5:04 pm, Ryan Cross <ryanecr...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
An excellent and very well connected agent I've used many times is Maryann Young.
She may not be the cheapest but she get's the job done.
Highly recommended.
We have used Steve Rapeport who owns DTG Migration Services in Bondi
on 2 occasions (one perm residency app and one 457 visa) and been
delighted with the charge and results. He is a registed migration
agent and clearly understands how the process works. Contact details
are below. Mention IPscape and Silicon Beach and who knows he might
give you mates rates.
T: +61 2 9386 9244 M: 0433 195 567
dtgms.com.au
regards
Simon Burke
IPscape
On Oct 21, 5:04 pm, Ryan Cross <ryanecr...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
>
> Thanks!
> Ryan Cross
When I got my PR I met with a lawyer for the first time and paid by the
hour. Got all the details. I got the documentation ready and then got it
checked by her. In the end, I applied on my own.
It costed me $250 in fees but well worth it. If I went the whole haul with
her it would have costed me $2000 or so.
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 11:14 AM, Yuval Hertzog <u...@yuvalhertzog.com> wrote:
> An excellent and very well connected agent I've used many times is Maryann
> Young.
> She may not be the cheapest but she get's the job done.
> Highly recommended.
> We have used Steve Rapeport who owns DTG Migration Services in Bondi
> on 2 occasions (one perm residency app and one 457 visa) and been
> delighted with the charge and results. He is a registed migration
> agent and clearly understands how the process works. Contact details
> are below. Mention IPscape and Silicon Beach and who knows he might
> give you mates rates.
> On Oct 21, 5:04 pm, Ryan Cross <ryanecr...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> > lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> > You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
In general, I agree with you.
The PR process is very well explained by the immigration office for any individual to do on its own.
I would recommend going to an agent/lawyer only in these circumstances:
1. You have a time constraint to submit the application and can't be bothered studying the requirements
2. You have a time constraint to get the application examined and approved (i.e. before the 50 weeks cooloff period of a skilled migration PR - it's possible)
3. Problematic PR eligibility (not enough points, etc)
4. Overseas application requiring cooperation from overseas consulates/agencies (police, goverment, medical, etc)
IMO
On Thu Oct 22 9:34 , Suhit Anantula sent:
When I got my PR I met with a lawyer for the first time and paid by the hour. Got all the details. I got the documentation ready and then got it checked by her. In the end, I applied on my own.
It costed me $250 in fees but well worth it. If I went the whole haul with her it would have costed me $2000 or so.
An excellent and very well connected agent I've used many times is Maryann Young.
She may not be the cheapest but she get's the job done.
Highly recommended.
We have used Steve Rapeport who owns DTG Migration Services in Bondi
on 2 occasions (one perm residency app and one 457 visa) and been
delighted with the charge and results. He is a registed migration
agent and clearly understands how the process works. Contact details
are below. Mention IPscape and Silicon Beach and who knows he might
give you mates rates.
On Oct 21, 5:04 pm, Ryan Cross ryanecr...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration
> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas?
> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
>
> Thanks!
> Ryan Cross
Excerpts from Jonathan Clarke's message of Wed Oct 21 21:19:50 +1100 2009:
> I'm currently on a 457 sponsored visa, I'm probably going to apply for PR > next year, but being honest, is there any real need for a lawyer to process > a PR application? The documentation is freely available, you can upload and > apply on-line. Not exactly rocket science.
You are right it's not rocket science but there are an awful lot of factors that may not be obvious.
I think the best advice -- as others have also stated -- is to get the forms, fill them out as best you can, prepare all the supporting evidence and then go and see a solicitor who will be able to advise you if you are on the right track. It won't take more than an hour or two.
Oh and one more thing: make your documentation a work of art! Cross reference everything, make is as easy as it possibly can be for the person reviewing your case to find all the information they need *easily*. They will love you for it. For mine I created a schedule clearly laying out the various different sections of my submission. If the comments from the guy reviewing my case were anything to go by not many people do that so you'll be ahead of the game if you make it easy for them.
And finally I found that as soon as you mentioned to anyone that you were applying for residency they started giving advice. The advice that I was given was to ignore them, the only people who really know are DIMA and possibly some migration solicitors. I know that sounds harsh, and everyone who gave me advice was genuinely trying to help, but the law changes so quickly you really do have to seek professional help.
> > Potentially a bit off topic, but does anyone know any good immigration > >> lawyers? Particularly with Permanent Residency visas? > >> You can post on the list for other people, or just contact me directly.
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