We are a leading Australian migration, commercial and property practice.

Our staff comprises of:

• 3 Law Institute of Victoria accredited specialist lawyers with expertise in immigration.
• Two Adjunct Professors and one Adjunct Associate Professor of Law at Victoria University.
• The current Chair of the Advisory Committee to the Specialisation Board of the Law Institute of Victoria in Migration Law.
• A former head of the Refugee Review Tribunal, Chairman of the Police Discipline Board and Senior Magistrate.
• Numerous lawyers admitted to practice as barristers and solicitors for more than 30 years.
• Lawyer recognised as “Best Lawyers” as listed in the Australian Financial Review.
• Several lawyers admitted to practice in jurisdictions in Asia.

What is an Accredited Specialist?

An Accredited Specialist is a lawyer recognised as having expertise in a particular area of law. Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) Accredited Specialists:

• must have at least five years’ full-time practice experience and at least three years’ experience in their area of specialisation;
• must maintain a high degree of professional development in their area of specialisation, which involves the continual development of their skills;
• must pass a comprehensive assessment testing technical knowledge, writing and practical interview or advocacy skills. This assessment is developed and assessed by other senior Accredited Specialists, academics and members of the Victorian Bar; and
• need to apply for re-accreditation every three years, ensuring the highest standards are maintained.

Why use an Accredited Specialist?

This specialisation scheme aims to benefit the public and other lawyers by:

• offering clients and other professions a reliable and easier way of finding a lawyer with special competence in particular areas of law;
• providing an incentive and an opportunity for lawyers to reach and maintain higher levels of expertise in their chosen area of specialist practice;
• encouraging improvement in the quality, speed and cost efficiency of legal service; and
• protecting consumer rights by helping you to easily recognise lawyers who are trained and competent in the work you have entrusted them to do.