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Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9222 1545

Address: Level 11, 111 Elizabeth Street 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: https://tcilawyers.com.au

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24.01.2022 Meet our staff members: Stewart has worked in Australian migration law since 2007, he has developed significant experience and expertise advising clients in business/investor visas, Australian skilled migration, spouse/family visas, protection visas, section 501 Character cases, visa refusals, cancellation and detention. Stewart regularly acts for immigration clients in matters in the MRT, RRT, AAT and Federal Courts. Stewart has a particular interest in Citizenship matters and applications to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Stewart is fluent in English and Spanish

20.01.2022 The Migration law, and visa program does not exist and function in a vacuum. The Australia visa program sits within a socio-political context of popular and media perspectives. The issues around the deportation of non-citizens on grounds of failing the character test is an issue with considerable political currency. Some sides of politics are baying for the removal of non-citizens on an increasingly strict character test. The current Bill before Parliament is The Migration A...mendment (Strengthening the Character Test) Bill 2019 (the Bill). This Bill seeks to re-define our current understanding of who pose a risk to the safety of the Australian community, to be appropriately considered for visa refusal or cancellation. At Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers we can help you to present your mitigating circumstances, and compelling and compassionate grounds to fight to keep you in Australia. We achieve this through an understanding of the law gained through decades of practice, and also through an awareness of the political climate, and narrative. The media has been reporting that more and more people will be caught into a new definition of character concern. The Guardian recently reported that we could see a fivefold increase in people being deported from Australia on character grounds. The fivefold increase has been calculated using figures from the Judicial Commission of NSW on the assumption that visa holders have a similar criminal profile to that of the general population.( https://www.theguardian.com//visa-character-test-change-co) As is required with Bills put to Parliament, a Statement of Compatibility with Human Rights has been completed and found to be compatible with Australia’s human rights obligations. But is it? We are not just talking about murderers and rapists. No doubt there is very little political or community support for such criminal activity. We are also, however, talking about people whom have made a mistake, or a series of mistakes, or have aided and abetted certain offenses; and are otherwise considered to be a good person, even if not of good character. We often speak with people that feel as though their situation is hopeless that they are overwhelmed with confusion, fear and despair. Don’t give up get good advice

20.01.2022 The most misunderstood aspect of migration law is the merits and judicial review process. Even the terms ‘merits review’ and ‘judicial review’ are difficult to understand without a legal background and clients are often confused about what these processes involve. Merits Review Merits review is when the decision maker reviews the facts, issues and laws used in the previous decision and determines if that is the correct decision. If the decision maker find that the previous de...cision is incorrect, then the decision is set aside and sent back to the Department for reconsideration. However, if the decision maker accepts the decision of the Department, the decision remains unchanged. 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. Judicial Review Judicial review is when a judge reviews the previous decision and identities if there has been an error in the application of the law. If an error exists, the Judge can set aside the decision and direct that the previous decision maker reconsider the case and make a decision according to the law. 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. Turner Coulson has a dedicated merits and judicial review team who appear before the AAT and Courts in all migration matters ranging from visa refusals to complex matters such as visa cancellations on character grounds. If you are considering appealing to the AAT, IAA or the Court, please call us on (02) 9222 1545 for a no obligation preliminary discussion so that we may give you a view on your chances of success.

17.01.2022 Happy New Year to our clients. Please note our office will be closed on Monday the 27th January for Australia Day. Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers wish you a safe and happy day, we will be back on Tuesday.

12.01.2022 Subclass 408 Visa - (Covid19 Pandemic Event) The Subclass 408 Visa (Covid19 Pandemic Event) is available if you wish to, or need, to stay in Australia due to either being unable to depart Australia or to remain to work in a critical sector of response to the Covid19 pandemic, If you are unable to depart due to travel restrictions caused by Covid19, or border closures prohibiting entry to your home country, then you can lodge the 408 visa and seek the right to work. If you ar...e granted work rights, you will only be able to work in the role disclosed in the 408 application. If you work in a critical sector during the Covid19 pandemic, you may also be eligible for grant and are able to apply for this visa. A critical sector includes: agriculture, food processing, health care, aged care, disability care, and child care, or if you are seeking work as a Medical Professional. This visa can only be validly lodged within 28 days of your current visa expiry so if need a visa solution due to Covid19 impacts, or have any questions about your eligibility, feel free to get in touch.

09.01.2022 A good win for unrepresented and non-English speaking Appellant’s who appear before the Court in migration matters. In a recent Federal Court case, an unrepresented, non-English speaking Appellant was found to have been denied procedural fairness by the Federal Circuit Court. The Court found the following issues with the inferior Court’s decision: The Appellant was unrepresented before the Federal Circuit Court.... The oral decision provided by the Federal Circuit Court was not interpreted to the Appellant who was of a non-English speaking background. The Appellant had no understanding of why the Court dismissed his case. There was no evidence that the Minister’s submissions were interpreted to the Appellant. The Federal Circuit Court failed to provide any formal, publicly available reasons for its decision until after the expiration of the appeal period to the Federal Court. The Appellant was denied reasonable and timely access to the Federal Circuit Court’s decision. The combination of these factors resulted in the Federal Court finding that the inferior court had denied the Appellant procedural fairness and due to the seriousness of this issue, the decision was sent back to the Federal Circuit Court to be heard and determined according to law.

08.01.2022 Consultations are now available in person at our office in Sydney. For all bookings, please call our office on (02) 9222 1545 We kindly ask, if you have been sick, or currently feel unwell, please choose another option for your consultation, we also offer virtual options including, Phone, Skype or Zoom.

05.01.2022 Breaking News for Temporary Visa Holders in Australia As businesses close, and industries go into hibernation, the Australian Government has released a number of support packages aimed at keeping people employed during this crisis. Unfortunately for the 2.17 million people presently in Australia on a temporary visa these Government support packages will not assist them. Unlike Permanent Residents, and many New Zealanders, temporary visa holders do not have access to uncondit...ional work rights and government payments in order to support themselves while in Australia. The Acting Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs has issued a statement addressing the concerns surrounding temporary visa holders. A few key points include: International tourists should return to their home country as quickly as possible, particularly those without family support. Most temporary visa holders with work rights, including student visa holders who have been here for at least 12 month, will now be able to access their Australian superannuation to help support themselves during this crisis. New Zealanders who hold subclass 444 visas will have access to welfare payments dependent on certain conditions. Temporary Skilled Visa holders will still have valid visas if stood down by their employer, or if their work hours are reduced. Should a 4-year visa holder be re-employed after the corona-virus pandemic, their time already spent in Australia will count towards their permanent residency skilled work experience requirements. Before you make any decisions contact Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers to help you to make an informed decision. Email - [email protected] Phone - 02 9222 1545

05.01.2022 Meet our staff members: Ray Turner is an accredited specialist in immigration law and has been a registered migration agent since 1992. He has been recently recognised by the Law Society of New South Wales for 20 years of service, advising and acting clients as one of Australia’s top migration law practitioners. Ray has significant experience in all areas of Australian migration law and particularly in business/investor visas, general skilled migration, spouse/family visas, refugee applications, character issues, detention/deportation and visa cancellations.

04.01.2022 Did you arrive in Australia by boat? We recently had a case where a client had arrived in Australia by boat and was deemed to be an ‘unauthorised maritime arrival’, therefore the client’s only option was to apply for the Temporary Protection visa (TPV) or Safe Haven Enterprise visa (SHEV). The client applied for the TPV, however, due to the Federal Court case, DBB16 v Minister for Immigration and Border Protection [2018] FCAFC 178, the client was found not be an ‘unauthorise...d maritime arrival’. Following which, the Minister lifted the bar to allow our client to apply for a TPV/SHEV. Due to Turner Coulson’s extensive knowledge of immigration law, we were able to successfully apply for a partner visa which was accepted by the Department. If you came to Australia by boat or know anyone in a similar situation, Turner Coulson is able to advise on what visa options are available to you and assist you in finding a solution to your immigration status.

03.01.2022 Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers will continue to work throughout the Covid-19 shutdown, we are available for consultations virtually via phone, skype, zoom, face time, and email. For existing clients, rest assured we will continue working and managing your matter, feel free to email or call us should you have any questions. Phone - (02) 9222 1545... Email - [email protected] See more

03.01.2022 Have a Visa refused ? Do not stress, Call us today. Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers are Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyers. Highly experienced in all review applications. Refused Applications, AAT & Federal Court Appeals. Visa Cancellations. Experienced Lawyers. Stress-Free & Personal Plan to Migration. Book an Assessment today! Maximise Your winning Chances with Us. We've Migrated Hundreds of People.... Our expert legal team will help you navigate the complex Australian Immigration Law system. Accredited Specialists Renowned Lawyer, Migration Agent Immigration Attorney for all VISAS. Accredited Specialists. Migration Agents. Renowned Lawyers. Contact us today for an Experts Advice : (02) 9222 1545 www.tcilawyers.com.au [email protected]

02.01.2022 Facing Visa Refusals? Don't Know Where To Turn To? We Are Top Immigration Lawyers in Sydney. Contact Us! We are experts in AAT Appeal for any type of Visa refused. Appeal Your Migration Case Successfully. Contact Us! 20 Years Experience. Our Qualified Migration Team Specialise In Visa Appeals & Can Help With The AAT Process. Our Qualified Migration Team Can Help With The Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Complimentary Visa Advice. Contact us today if you got a Visa refused. ...: (02) 9222 1545 : www.tcilawyers.com.au E : [email protected] See more

01.01.2022 Turner Coulson Immigration Lawyers is available for Consultations via Skype, Zoom, Microsoft Team, Telephone and Face-time. Please call (02) 9222 1545 or email [email protected] to book an appointment.