Leader Migration Consultants in Sydney, Australia | Immigration lawyer

Leader Migration Consultants

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9247 1915

Address: 20 Martin Place 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.leadermigration.com.au

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25.01.2022 Assisting my client not to be removed from Australia and be released from the immigration detention centre. For any asssistance or questions feel free to call or email me at [email protected]

24.01.2022 NEED A LAWYER? We offer a fixed fee service. For any questions or assistance contact me at [email protected] ... or phone: 02 9247 1915 Your matter is handled with strict client confidentiality.

21.01.2022 Other Legal Services Further to Immigration, Tribunal and Court Appeals we offer the following legal services; Wills & Power of Attorney ... Divorce Applications & Binding Financial Agreements Traffic Law Matters AVO & Representation in Court We offer a fixed fee service. Your matter is handled with strict client confidentiality. For assistance call or email [email protected]

21.01.2022 The Federal Court migration litigations fees will increase from 1 January 2021. A reduced fee and a fee exemption will be offered for migration proceedings where a full fee would cause financial hardship. The individual's income, daily living expenses, liabilities and assets may be considered in determining financial hardship. For questions or assistance email at [email protected]

21.01.2022 Bridging visa holders If your Bridging visa expires and you are outside Australia, you will need to apply for another visa. Bridging visas cannot be granted if you are outside Australia.

21.01.2022 Australian government imposes compulsory self-isolation from 11:59PM on 15 March 2020 This means that all people - whether they be citizens, residents or visitors - will be required to selfisolate for 14 days upon arrival in Australia. Enhanced screening for arrivals will remain in place to identify anyone arriving sick or with symptoms of COVID-19.

19.01.2022 Does your child need a visa? Do they automatically acquire citizenship to parents on temporary visas? Children born in Australia to parents on temporary visas are also granted temporary visas. It is important to note that children born in Australia who hold temporary visas and live in Australia for 10 consecutive years, are eligible to apply and be granted Australian citizenship. According to Australian citizenship law the children are eligible for Australian citizenship if... they have been ordinary resident in Australia for 10 years since their birth. For more information please contact us on 02 9247 1915

19.01.2022 Another Permanent Resident Visa Granted.

18.01.2022 Migration Update(s) NEWS - 31 January 2020 WA - Occupation list Some occupations are under review in WA.... Eligibility status of some occupations have changed in WA state occupation list. Following occupations are under review. 253111 General Practitioner 254414 Registered Nurse (Community Health) 254415 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) 254422 Registered Nurse (Mental Health) 254423 Registered Nurse (Perioperative)

16.01.2022 What is Power of Attorney? A power of attorney is a legal document that allows another person who you trust to act on your behalf. You need to have a Power of Attorney in place "just in case" something happens to you and you suffer from any loss of capacity due to illness, injury or disability. ... Especially now, with the concerns of the coronavirus and the risk that you might fall ill and be unable to handle financial and legal matters, every adult should have one. If you do not have a Power of Attorney in place, a court or tribunal may appoint someone to manage your finances. There are two types of Power of Attorneys documents: 1. General Power of Attorney: Is a legal document that allows you to appoint a person to manage financial and legal decisions on your behalf, only while you have the ability to make your own decisions. 2. Enduring Power of Attorney: Is a legal document that allows you to appoint a person to manage financial and legal decisions on your behalf and continues to do so even if you lose the ability to make your own decisions. I can help you and prepare your Power of Attorney. If you can not meet with a lawyer I come to you. For a confidential discussion call or email me at: 02 9247 1915 [email protected]

16.01.2022 Holiday Trading Hours Our office will remain open during this holiday season. Except Friday - 25 December (Christmas Day) - Closed... For legal advise on immigration matters or any other legal matters feel free to contact me at [email protected] Do you wish to apply for a new visa? Are you facing a visa refusal or cancellation? Do you wish to review your visa refusal and appeal to the Tribunal or Courts? Do you have a past criminal conviction and your wish to apply for a new visa and you don't know what to do? Are you illegal in Australia? I can help. For a confidential discussion please call my office on: 02 9247 1915

16.01.2022 AAT - COVID arrangements The AAT will not be conducting any ‘in person’ hearings for the foreseeable future hearings will be conducted by telephone, where the matter is suitable to this format of hearing, including taking witness evidence and interpreted proceedings applications are being triaged and where these are suitable, complete and able to be decided 'on the papers', this will be done.... The Registry will be shutting to the public tomorrow and members should continue to lodge applications online or by post.

16.01.2022 In my Perth office.

16.01.2022 VISA REFUSED OR CANCELLED ON CHARACTER GROUNDS? Know your right- know how to appeal. 1. Merits Review... Merits review involves appeals to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or the Immigration Assessment Authority (IAA). Once you receive the Department’s refusal decision, you have 21 days to appeal to the AAT (please note this time limits varies depending on the type of decision). In relation to fast track reviewable decisions, if you are an eligible fast track applicant, your refusal decision will be referred to the IAA for review. 2. Judicial Review Judicial review involves appeals to the Federal Circuit Court, Federal Court, Full Federal Court and High Court of Australia. Once the AAT provides a refusal decision, you have 35 days to appeal to the Federal Circuit Court. It is important to note that Bridging visas do not continue when you appeal to the Courts. You need to make another application for a bridging visa on the basis of your application for judicial review. Reach out to us on: 02 92471915 or email: [email protected]

14.01.2022 Passing the Character Test for Migration Purposes The Department of Home Affairs may refuse or cancel a visa if the visa applicant/holder does not pass the character test. A person whose visa has been refused or cancelled by a delegate under section 501 can apply to the AAT to have this decision changed. ... Section 501 of the Migration Act 1958 lists a variety of reasons why someone may not pass the character test. Subsection(6) of section 501 has the full list of reasons, but examples include: Because the person has a substantial criminal record because the person may represent a danger to the Australian community. Because the Minister is satisfied the person is not of good character due to their past and present criminal or general conduct. A person whose visa has been refused or cancelled by a delegate under section 501 can apply to the AAT to have this decision changed. What happens if you are caught by s501? First, do not panic and seek advice as soon as possible. Each case is different. It is important that you have enough time to gather any relevant reports, expert witnesses and formulate your case theory. If you are stuck and need assistance, email [email protected]

14.01.2022 Do you need a Solicitor? For legal advice contact me via email - [email protected] I speak English, Albanian & Greek

13.01.2022 IMMIGRATION LAW Migration Law is perhaps one of the most complex and dynamic areas of Law. We recognise that no two cases are alike and that the vast majority of matters handled by Yona Zoga and her Senior Colleague Mr.Christopher Levingston will need to have a bespoke strategic and tactical plan formulated and implemented, to deliver the results being sought by you, our most important asset.... We deliver extraordinary results for our clients and, your success is central to our philosophy of service. We specialise in complex matters, including appeals at the Federal Circuit Court (FCC), Federal Court of Australia (FCA) and the High Court of Australia (HCA). We will work with you on any matter. You can contact me by email: [email protected]

13.01.2022 426 AAT fails to consider request to call witness. The Applicant has the right to request from the Tribunal to call witnesses. The judge can fail to find that the AAT fell into jurisdictional error by failing to contact witnesses in the matter .......... (1) In the notice under section 425A, the Tribunal must notify the applicant: (a) that he or she is invited to appear before the Tribunal to give evidence. For more information contact us at [email protected]

12.01.2022 Border restrictions The entry ban takes effect from 9pm AEDT Friday, 20 March 2020, with exemptions only for Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family, including spouses, legal guardians and dependants. New Zealand citizens who live in Australia as Australian residents are also exempt, as are New Zealanders transiting to New Zealand. Exemptions for Pacific Islanders transiting to their home countries will continue to apply.... Australian citizens and permanent residents and those exempt from our entry restrictions will continue to be subject to a strict 14 days self-isolation. Our number one priority is to slow the spread of coronavirus to save lives.

11.01.2022 COVID visa - Subclass 408 new stream announced The Subclass 408 visa stream is designed to allow holders of temporary visas who are engaged in or have the relevant skills to undertake critical work relating to supply of essential goods and services, provided the applicant falls within the class of persons specified by the instrument. Must be part of response to workforce shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to areas including, but not limited to, agriculture, a...ged care and public health. Allow holders of temporary visas who are engaged in or have the relevant skills to undertake critical work relating to supply of essential goods and services

11.01.2022 Who can give immigration assistance in Australia? Only registered migration agents or an exempt person can legally give immigration assistance in Australia. Education Agents... Education agents are not exempt and cannot provide immigration assistance in Australia unless they are also registered as a migration agent. Penalties for giving immigration assistance if not registered - up to 10 years imprisonment. Reporting unlawful immigration assistance Unregistered persons who give immigration assistance unlawfully in Australia should be reported to the Department of Home Affairs using the Border Watch Online Report on the Department’s website: www.homeaffairs.gov.au. The report should include the name of the person, their address (if known) and the reason why you suspect they are an unlawful provider of immigration assistance.

09.01.2022 Fake migration agents sentenced ABF: Investigations revealed that although neither of the women were registered migration agents they had advertised migration assistance and charged a fee whilst not being registered, and provided immigration assistance to at least three travellers who were found to be in possession of fraudulently obtained identity documents. The Australian Border Force’s website includes the following statement:... 20-12-2019 Two Sydney women, one a 30 year old Australian citizen and the other a 32 year old Chinese national with permanent residency, have been sentenced to conditional good behaviour bonds after pleading guilty to multiple offences against the Migration Act. Australian Border Force (ABF) officers commenced an investigation into the pair in October 2018 after it was reported they were unlawfully providing immigration advice and assistance to large numbers of mainly Chinese nationals.

08.01.2022 IMMIGRATION LAW Migration Law is perhaps one of the most complex and dynamic areas of Law. We offer sound, timely and accurate advice to our clients and we are dedicated to the implementation of a comprehensive strategy to deliver a result that you, our client, can use as a platform to move your case forward.... We recognise that no two cases are alike and that the vast majority of matters handled by Yona Zoga & Christopher Levingston will need to have a bespoke strategic and tactical plan formulated and implemented, to deliver the results being sought by you, our most important asset. We deliver extraordinary results for our clients and, your success is central to our philosophy of service. We ensure that every client is kept abreast of developments in their case and that you are copied into all material communications. We specialise in complex matters, including appeals at the Federal Circuit Court (FCC), Federal Court of Australia (FCA) and the High Court of Australia (HCA). We will work with you on any matter. You can contact me by email: [email protected]

07.01.2022 Immigration News 3 February 2020 ‘Immediate family" of Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents re entry to Australia during Coronavirus "denial of entry" period Australia will deny entry to anyone who has left or transited mainland China from 1 February, with the exception of Australian citizens, permanent residents, immediate family members of Australian citizens and permanent residents including spouses, minor dependents and legal guardians.... The definition of "immediate family member". This would ordinarily include children, dependents, spouse/partner, immediate carer/guardians of Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents. It could also include parent members of the family unit, and vital caregivers. It would NOT ordinarily include cousins, aunt/uncle and other non-immediate relatives. Each person's situation will be assessed on its own merits, and on a case-by-case basis. The Department of Home Affairs will be as fair as possible, but top priority is public safety.

06.01.2022 IMMIGRATION NEWS Permanent migration for New Zealanders residing in Australia New Zealand Pathway to permanent residency - the income eligibility requirement for the New Zealand stream of the Skilled Independent visa. ... Eligibility for the Pathway will be extended to Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have a taxable income at or above the Temporary Skilled Migrant Income Threshold for at least three of the last five income years, including the most recent year. For any questions or a confidential discussion call on; 02 92471915 or email at; [email protected]

06.01.2022 Congratulations to the Albanian Community in WA to the event organisers for putting on a successful evening. Hope there are more to come

05.01.2022 Student visa - relaxation work restrictions Arrangements have been made to relax the 40 hour per fortnight work restrictions for student visa holders in specific sectors. Student visa holders working in supermarkets (existing staff in existing roles where that work assists to ensure the supply of groceries to and in supermarkets or related online distribution facilities) may work longer hours if their employing supermarket has gained approval from the Department. Approval may... be obtained by employers through an online form on the Department's website Aged care facilities may also be granted approval to employ student visa holders in excess of the usual work restrictions.

05.01.2022 Can I appeal my cancelled visa If your visa has been cancelled, you may be able to have the decision reviewed at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal or in Court. Leader Migration Consultants represent clients at the Tribunal, the Federal Circuit Court and the Federal Court of Australia. If you are faced with a cancellation decision, we will draft and lodge submissions on your behalf for your visa to be revoked. Depending on your circumstances we will lodge a review applicatio...n with the Tribunal or the Court and represent you with your matter. Client’s Example* John is a New Zealand citizen who has been in Sydney, Australia with his family since he was 6 years old. John is now 33 years old and has one Australian citizen child. John committed a crime and was found guilty of a criminal offence and was sentenced to 16 months in prison. John received notification from the Department of Immigration while he was in prison that his visa was cancelled and that after he served his sentenced he would be sent to Immigration Detention before being deported to New Zealand. John has not been back to New Zealand since his arrived to Australia when he was 6 years old. John contacts Leader Migration Consultants for help to remain in Australia. I have assisted John and drafted submissions as to why the decision to cancel his visa should be revoked (reversed). The Minister considers the submissions and decides to revoke (reverse) the mandatory visa cancellation. John is released from prison and is able to remain in Sydney with his family. * (Names and facts have been changed to protect the identity of the client) For assistance contact me at [email protected]

04.01.2022 Other Legal Services Further to Immigration, Tribunal and Court Appeals I offer the following legal services; 1. Wills & Power of Attorney ... 2. Divorce Applications & Binding Financial Agreements 3. Traffic Law Matters 4. AVO & Representation in Court If you need assistance get in touch. e: [email protected] | p: 02 9247 1915

02.01.2022 The new Regulations make important changes to the conditions imposed on visa subclasses 600 (visitor) and 870 (parent) and to the eligibility for merits review for subclass 870 applicants. Some of the changes commence on 19 December 2019 and some on 29 February 2020.