Chris Johnston - Principal Lawyer, Educator & Founder of Work Visa Lawyers

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With two decades of experience in Australian immigration law, Chris Johnston first began working as a Registered Migration Agent (RMA) in the migration industry in 2006. Chris is a trusted advisor to individuals, businesses, and government clients. Since founding Work Visa Lawyers in 2011, Chris has helped thousands of clients secure employer-sponsored, skilled, partner, and innovation visas.

But Chris is more than a lawyer. He’s also a leading educator in Australian migration law.

Chris has delivered hundreds of legal education sessions with the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA) between 2021 and 2025 alone—consistently presenting across evolving visa categories, legislative changes, and employer compliance. His presentations are frequently updated to reflect real-time policy changes and regulatory reform, making him one of the most up-to-date trainers in the industry.

He is also one of Australia’s original immigration content creators, with 150,000+ followers across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. His videos demystify complex migration issues with expert yet accessible explanations.

Whether you're a business needing guidance on sponsored visas, an individual applying for permanent residency, or a professional seeking CPD-accredited training — Chris combines practical legal insights with the clarity of a skilled educator.

Book an appointment with Chris today and get the benefit of a lawyer who both practices and teaches Australian migration law.

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Luke Edwards - Immigration Lawyer

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Luke Edwards is a highly experienced migration lawyer and Accredited Immigration Law Specialist. He has over 8 years of experience in the migration industry, having joined Work Visa Lawyers in 2017.

Based in Adelaide, Luke focuses on temporary and permanent work visas for employers. He helps businesses and large companies across Australia follow the law and find fast, flexible visa solutions for staff they need right away.

Languages: Fluent in English

Key Practice Areas

• Employer-sponsored visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482) and ENS Visa (Subclass 186) across a range of industries
• National Innovation Visa (NIV) (formerly the Global Talent Visa Subclass 858)
• Business Skills, Business short stay (Subclass 400), and Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408)
• Judicial Review and Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal or AAT) / Court Appeals
• Labour Agreements including Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)
• Medical Practitioner visas
• Corporate visas
• Australian Citizenship applications

Experience & Achievements

• Specialist Accreditation: Officially recognised as an Accredited Immigration Law Specialist in 2024, a highly prestigious achievement that highlights his exceptional expertise, advanced legal knowledge, and top-tier capability in navigating complex migration matters for individuals and businesses alike
• Qualifications: Bachelor of Law, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, and Master of Laws. Admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia (Feb 2018)

His foundational background in science, combined with advanced legal training, allows him to swiftly understand complex, highly technical industries, giving him a distinct edge when securing employer-sponsored visas and National Innovation Visas for specialised sectors like engineering, IT, and the medical sciences

• Memberships: Law Society of South Australia and the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA)
• Education & Teaching: Luke has delivered professional presentations on temporary employer-sponsored visas for the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA).

Why Clients Choose Luke as their Immigration Lawyer

Businesses and professionals trust Luke because he gives clear, fast, and practical advice. He explains exactly what employers need to do to sponsor workers legally.

Luke has many years of experience dealing with work visas across different industries. He helps employers and visa applicants all over Australia from his base at Work Visa Lawyers, one of the best immigration law firms in Australia.

Wendy Guan - Registered Migration Agent

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Wendy Guan is a dedicated Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1685761) who leads our Skilled and Family Team in Adelaide. She has 10 years of experience in the migration industry, having registered in 2016.

Wendy helps clients with points-tested skilled visas (189, 190, 491) and premium wealth investment visas. Before joining Work Visa Lawyers, the best immigration law firm in South Australia, in 2018, Wendy spent two years working as a consultant and eight years managing an international student hostel, helping thousands of international students settle into life in Australia.

Because she studied and migrated to Australia herself, Wendy truly understands the visa journey from personal experience.

Languages: Fluent in Chinese and English.

Key Practice Areas

• Business and Investment Visas, including the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) Visas (Subclasses 188/888), forming a key part of our premium client services
• General Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491) and skill assessments
• Partner Visas (sc-300, sc-309/100 and sc-820/801)
• Employer-Sponsored Visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482) (Specialist, Core Skills, Labour Agreement streams), ENS Visa (Subclass 186), and SESR Visa (Subclass 494)
• National Innovation Visa (NIV) (formerly the Global Talent Visa Subclass 858) Golden Visa (including the current Queensland Nominated visas
• Parent, Child, Student, Graduate Visas, and Australian Citizenship.

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of International Trade, and Graduate Certificate of Migration Law and Practice. Registered Migration Agent since 2016
• Her background in business and international trade gives her a distinct advantage in managing complex Business & Investor Visas and premium wealth investment pathways, as she deeply understands corporate structures, cross-border operations, and the intricate financial assessments required for high-net-worth applications

Why Clients Choose Wendy as their Migration Agent

Clients choose Wendy because she is highly organised, gives clear advice, and perfectly understands Australia’s skilled visa system. She helps skilled migrants improve their chances of getting a visa by carefully planning their skills assessments and state nominations.

Wendy is a key member of Work Visa Lawyers, one of the best migration law agencies in Adelaide, supporting professionals across Australia to successfully get their permanent residency.

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Rosa Torrefranca - Immigration Lawyer

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Rosa Torrefranca is a highly skilled Australian migration lawyer with a great reputation for the National Innovation Visa (NIV). Based in Adelaide, she helps talented professionals, researchers, and business leaders from all over the world get Australian permanent residency under Australia's most competitive visa pathways.

Rosa is known for building strong, evidence-based cases and getting excellent results for her clients. In Australia, she has over 15 years of experience in the migration and legal industry as a paralegal and later as a lawyer.

She finished her law degree in the Philippines in 2001 and became a lawyer there in 2002 to help communities in need. In Australia, she is admitted  as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia and registered in the High Court of Australia

Languages: Fluent in English, Tagalog (Filipino), and Visaya.

Key Practice Areas

• National Innovation Visa (NIV) and the now closed Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858)
• Partner Visas (sc-300, sc-309/100 and sc-820/801)
• Employer-Sponsored Visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482) (Specialist, Core Skills, Labour Agreement streams), ENS Visa (Subclass 186), and SESR Visa (Subclass 494)
• General Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491, 489)
• Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) reviews
• Family Migration, Student Visa (Subclass 500), Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), Skills Assessments, and Australian Citizenship

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing (Philippines), Cert IV in Legal Services (TAFE SA), dual-admitted lawyer (Philippines and Australia). Her background in healthcare gives her a unique advantage in managing complex healthcare visas, skills assessments, and preparing requests and submissions  for health waivers (PIC 4005/4007)
• Memberships: Law Society of South Australia (Wellbeing and Resilience Committee) and the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA)
• Policy Impact: Prepared and contributed to submissions for Consultation processes by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA)
• Education & Presentations: Rosa has actively supported Chris Johnston in developing several of his National Innovation Visa (NIV) and Employer-Sponsored Visas presentations.
• NIV & Global Talent Sectors: Critical Industries, Health Industries,Financial Services and Fintech, Agri-food and Ag-tech, Infrastructure and tourism, Education, Circular Economy, Digitech, Sports.

Why Clients Choose Rosa as their Immigration Lawyer

Clients trust Rosa because she is very careful, deeply understands how the government makes decisions, and knows how to build a good visa application. Her past clients always praise her clear advice and great results.

Rosa has worked at Work Visa Lawyers since 2021, the best immigration law firm in Australia, helping people all over Australia with their complex National Innovation Visas.

Suman Grewal - Registered Migration Agent

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Suman Grewal is a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2117667) and a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC No: S195). She has over 20 years of experience in the migration industry, including 5 years working in India.

Suman started working with Work Visa Lawyers, the best immigration law agency in Adelaide, in 2011. She helps international students and graduates plan their path from studying to getting Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia.

Suman pays close attention to detail to make sure every student gets the best advice for their future goals.

Languages: Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Key Practice Areas

• Student visas and Course selection and migration planning (Education-to-PR pathways)
• Temporary Graduate visas
• Visitor Visas
• General Skilled Migration Visas (189, 190, 491, and 191) 
• Migration Skills Assessments
• Employer-Sponsored Visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa Subclass 482, ENS Visa (Subclass 186), and Subclass 494 visa
• DAMA visas Subclass 482, 186 and 494
• Family Visas, including Partner Visas (820/801 and 309/100) and Parent Visas
• Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal or AAT) reviews
• General migration advice, compliance, and Australian Citizenship
• Family Violence Provisions (Domestic and family violence and your visa)

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Masters degree in Arts (Panjab University, India), Advanced Diploma in Computer Applications (DOEACC, India), and Graduate Diploma in Migration Law (Victoria University). Registered as an Australian Migration Agent in 2021

Suman is also currently furthering her legal expertise by studying to become a lawyer at Charles Sturt University in New South Wales. Her diverse educational background and analytical skills in computer applications ensure a highly methodical, detail-oriented approach when mapping out intricate course selections and long-term education-to-PR pathways for international students

Why Clients Choose Suman as their Migration Agent

Students and graduates choose Suman because she gives highly practical advice and completely understands Australia’s student visa rules.

With over 20 years of experience in the industry, she carefully guides international students to make the right choices for their future. Since joining Work Visa Lawyers, the best immigration law firm in Adelaide, as a Registered Migration Agent, Suman has been helping students, skilled workers and businesses all over Australia succeed.

Trang Vu - Immigration Lawyer

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Trang Vu is a trusted migration lawyer based in Adelaide. She has 10 years of experience in the migration industry. Trang focuses on Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA), employer-sponsored visas, and difficult visa appeals.

She joined Work Visa Lawyers, one of the best immigration law agencies in Australia, in 2022. Before this, she worked as a lawyer in Sydney handling immigration and business law, and gained deep experience at one of South Australia's largest migration agencies.

As a second-generation migrant who speaks Vietnamese, Trang draws inspiration from Albert Einstein: “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value”. She truly understands her clients and works hard to help them build a new life in Australia.

Languages: Fluent in English and Vietnamese.

Key Practice Areas

• DAMA Expertise: Labour Agreements across regional Australia in key industries such as construction, food and hospitality, health care and social assistance
• Employer Sponsorship, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482), ENS Visa (Subclass 186), and SESR Visa (Subclass 494)
• Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal or AAT) reviews
• Character issues and Public Interest Criteria (health, PIC 4020)
• National Innovation Visa (NIV) (formerly the Global Talent Visa Subclass 858)
• Business and Investment Visas, including the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) Visas (188/888) and business visa compliance (Subclass 132 Monitoring)
• Sponsorship obligations and compliance monitoring 
• Australian Citizenship applications

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Bachelor of Law, Bachelor of Commerce, and Master of Legal Practice. Her dual background in law and commerce provides a strong foundation in corporate operations and financial structures, which is invaluable when advising large-scale employers on complex DAMA compliance and navigating intricate Wealth Investment Visas for high-net-worth clients
• Admissions: Admitted as a lawyer and barrister to the Supreme Court of New South Wales and South Australia

Why Clients Choose Trang as their Immigration Lawyer

Trang has worked closely with businesses across South Australia for years to provide safe and long-lasting visa solutions. Employers value her practical advice and her skill in making confusing migration rules easy to understand.

She is a key part of our team at Work Visa Lawyers, the best immigration law firm in Adelaide, helping employers all over Australia sponsor the workers they need without stress.

Trang Vũ – Luật Sư Di Trú

Trang Vũ là một luật sư di trú uy tín và tận tâm, hiện đang làm việc tại Adelaide. Với 10 năm kinh nghiệm trong ngành di trú, đặc trách chuyên môn của luật sư Trang tập trung vào các lãnh vực: Thỏa Thuận Di Trú Vùng Miền Khuyến Khích (DAMA), visa do doanh nghiệp bảo lãnh, và các hồ sơ khiếu nại visa phức tạp.

Luật sư Trang gia nhập Work Visa Lawyers – một trong những công ty luật di trú hàng đầu tại Úc – vào năm 2022. Trước đó, cô từng hành nghề luật sư tại Sydney trong lĩnh vực luật di trú và luật doanh nghiệp, đồng thời tích lũy bề dày kinh nghiệm thực tiễn khi làm việc tại một trong những văn phòng đại diện di trú lớn nhất thuộc tiểu bang Nam Úc (South Australia).

Là một người di cư thế hệ thứ hai có thể giao tiếp thành thạo bằng tiếng Việt, luật sư Trang luôn tâm đắc với câu nói nổi tiếng của Albert Einstein: “Đừng phấn đấu để trở thành một người thành công, mà hãy phấn đấu để trở thành một người có giá trị”. Nhờ sự đồng cảm sâu sắc với hoàn cảnh của khách hàng, luật sư Trang luôn nỗ lực hết mình để đồng hành và hỗ trợ họ trên hành trình xây dựng cuộc sống mới tại Úc.

Ngôn ngữ: Thông thạo tiếng Anh và tiếng Việt.

Các Lãnh Vực Chuyên Môn Chính

• Chuyên gia về Diện DAMA: Các Thỏa thuận Lao động (Labour Agreements) trên khắp vùng nông thôn nước Úc trong các ngành công nghiệp, trọng điểm như: xây dựng, thực phẩm và nhà hàng - khách sạn, y tế và hỗ trợ xã hội.
• Visa Doanh Nghiệp Bảo Lãnh: Bao gồm Visa Kỹ Năng Có Nhu Cầu Cao (SID) (trước đây là Visa Tay Nghề Tạm Thời – Visa 482), Visa Doanh Nghiệp Chỉ Định (ENS - Visa 186), và Visa Tay Nghề Vùng Miền Tài trợ (SESR - Visa 494).
• Khiếu nại tại Tòa Phúc Thẩm Hành Chính (ART): Hồ sơ phúc thẩm tại Tòa Án Đánh Giá Hành Chính (ART) (trước đây là Tòa Phúc Thẩm Hành Chính AAT).
• Vấn đề tư cách nhân thân và tiêu chuẩn Vì Lợi Ích Công Cộng (PIC): Bao gồm việc xin miễn trừ điều kiện sức khỏe (Health Waivers) và giải trình các vi phạm theo tiêu chuẩn PIC 4020 (cung cấp thông tin sai lệch).
• Visa Sáng Kiến Quốc Gia (NIV): (Trước đây là Visa Tài Năng Toàn Cầu - Visa 858).
• Visa Đầu Tư và Kinh Doanh: Bao gồm các diện visa thuộc Chương Trình Sáng Tạo và Đầu Tư Kinh Doanh (BIIP) (Visa 188/888) và tuân thủ điều kiện visa kinh doanh (Giám sát Visa - Visa 132).
• Nghĩa vụ của Doanh Nghiệp Bảo lãnh và Giám sát Tuân Thủ.
• Hồ sơ xin quốc tịch Úc.

Kinh Nghiệm và Thành Tựu

• Bằng cấp chuyên môn: Luật sư Trang tốt nghiệp Cử Nhân Luật, Cử Nhân Thương Mại, và Thạc sĩ Thực Hành Pháp Lý. Nền tảng kiến thức song hành giữa luật pháp và thương mại mang lại lợi thế vững chắc cho luật sư Trang trong việc thấu hiểu các hoạt động doanh nghiệp và cấu trúc tài chính. Đây là thế mạnh vô hạn, giúp luật sư Trang đưa ra những tư vấn chuẩn xác cho các doanh nghiệp có quy mô lớn đối với những vấn đề di trú phức tạp.
• Thẩm quyền hành nghề: Được công nhận là Luật Sư và Luật Sư Tranh Tụng (Lawyer and Barrister) tại Tòa Án Tối Cao tiểu bang New South Wales và tiểu bang South Australia.

Lý do khách hàng lựa chọn Luật Sư Di Trú Trang Vũ

Trang đã có nhiều năm hợp tác chặt chẽ với các doanh nghiệp trên khắp tiểu bang Nam Úc, nhằm mang lại các giải pháp an toàn và bền vững cho việc xin cấp visa. Các chủ doanh nghiệp luôn đánh giá cao những lời khuyên thực tiễn và khả năng đơn giản hóa các quy định di trú phức tạp của luật sư Trang.

Tại Work Visa Lawyers – công ty luật di trú uy tín nhất tại Adelaide, luật sư Trang là một nhân sự chủ chốt, chuyên hỗ trợ cho các nhà tuyển dụng trên toàn nước Úc, nhằm bảo lãnh nguồn lao động cần thiết một cách nhanh chóng và giảm thiểu tối đa các áp lực.

Joan Prado - Immigration Lawyer

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Joan Prado is a caring Immigration Lawyer based in Adelaide who brings rich international experience to our team. She has over 6 years of experience in the migration industry.

With a strong foundation in both business and law, she brings a practical, client-focused approach to immigration and legal services. 

Joan completed a Bachelor of Science in Commerce (major in Business Management) before migrating to New Zealand in 2008. This personal migration journey has given her a deep, and genuine understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with starting a life in a new country. 

In New Zealand, she pursued Bachelor of Laws and completed the course with Honours while balancing family responsibilities. It was an experience that strengthened her resilience, discipline and ability to manage complex demands - qualities which she now brings to her professional practice. Prior to relocating to South Australia in 2025, her background was in immigration and property law. 

Having navigated the migration process herself, she appreciates both the technical and emotional aspects involved. eJoan knows that every client has unique needs, and she builds trust by being clear, honest, and mindful of their circumstances so she can provide advice that help achieve outcomes that align with their aspirations and future plans.

Languages: Fluent in English and Filipino.

Key Practice Areas

• Employer-Sponsored Visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482), ENS Visa (Subclass 186), and SESR Visa (Subclass 494)
• National Innovation Visa 
• Labour agreements particularly Designated Area Migration Agreement and Minister of Religion 
• General migration advice and compliance
• Immigration law interpretation and client advocacy

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from the University of Waikato. Her Honours-level legal training equips her with exceptional analytical skills and a rigorous approach to statutory interpretation, which is vital when formulating comprehensive Australian visa strategies and advocating for clients with unique or complex needs
• Bachelor of Science in Commerce (De La Salle University, Manila)
• Admissions: Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand (August 2016, currently not practicing in NZ), and admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia (February 2025)

Why Clients Choose Joan as their Immigration Lawyer

Clients value Joan because she is committed to supporting clients with clarity, care and integrity.  She is able to provide advice that is not only legally sound, but also practical and grounded in real-life experience. Her strong legal education means she handles every application with careful thought to give clients the best chance.

Joan is a proud part of Work Visa Lawyers, one of the best immigration law firms in South Australia, helping clients across Australia plan their long-term migration goals safely and easily.

Samantha (Sam) Saberi - Registered Migration Agent

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Sam Saberi is a caring Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2418586) who specialises in Partner and family visas. She has several years of experience in the migration industry. 

Because Sam came to Australia as a refugee, she deeply understands the emotional refugee visa journey.

She successfully moved from a protection visa to a skilled visa, and now she helps other refugees settle in Australia. Sam also has a strong background working as a clinical nurse in Australian public and private hospitals, making her the perfect agent to help healthcare workers get their visas.

Languages: Fluent in Farsi and English.

Key Practice Areas

• Partner visas (onshore and offshore) and Prospective Marriage visas
• Refugee and Protection Visa transitions
• General Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491, 489)
• Family Migration, Student Visa (Subclass 500), Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), Skills Assessments, and Australian Citizenship
• Visa strategies for nurses and healthcare professionals
• Permanent Residency applications, relationship evidence preparation, and Australian Citizenship

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Master's degree in Persian Language and Literature (Iran), Master's in Nursing (University of Adelaide), and Graduate Diploma in Migration Law (Griffith University). Registered Migration Agent since 2024.

Her advanced clinical background in nursing makes her uniquely equipped to navigate complex skills assessments and tailored visa strategies for healthcare professionals, while her linguistic expertise ensures clear, empathetic communication for Persian-speaking families and refugees.

Why Clients Choose Sam as their Migration Agent

Clients love Sam because she is very caring but also highly organised. She is great at guiding couples through emotional and stressful visa processes. Because she was once a refugee herself, she brings a true personal understanding to her work.

Sam works at Work Visa Lawyers, a top immigration law firm in Adelaide, helping couples and families across Australia build a safe and secure future together.

Shamsiya Mohammadi - Immigration Lawyer

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Shamsiya Mohammadi is an experienced Australian migration lawyer focusing on visa refusals, visa cancellations, visa appeals, employer-sponsored visas and protection visas. She has several years of experience in the migration industry.

Before joining Work Visa Lawyers, she worked as a Migration Lawyer in Melbourne and as a Journalist for the ABC. Shamsiya has spent a lot of time volunteering at the Australian Refugee Association and Welcoming Australia to help migrant and refugee communities.

Because of this, she understands the real challenges migrants face and works hard to make the legal process easier for them.

Languages: Fluent in English, Hazaragi, and Dari.

Key Practice Areas

• Visa refusals, visa cancellations, and Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal or AAT) appeals
• Ministerial Intervention requests
• Protection Visas
• Employer Sponsored Visas, including the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (formerly the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 482), ENS Visa (Subclass 186), SESR Visa (Subclass 494) and Labour Agreements, National Innovation Visa (NIV) (formerly the Global Talent Visa Subclass 858), Family/Partner visas, and Australian Citizenship
• Character and health issues (PIC issues)

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Double degree in Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Journalism and Professional Writing. Her dual background in law and journalism equips her with exceptional analytical, research investigative and advocacy skills, which are crucial when gathering compelling evidence for complex Protection Visas, drafting persuasive Ministerial Intervention requests, and presenting strong arguments in ART appeals
• Admissions: Admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of South Australia 

Why Clients Choose Shamsiya as their Immigration Lawyer

When clients face a stressful visa refusal or need a protection visa, they choose Shamsiya because she is an experienced migration lawyer and pays attention to every detail. She has handled many difficult cases including corporate visas, visa refusals and protection visas. 

Shamsiya represents clients from all over Australia and overseas, from Work Visa Lawyers, one of the best immigration law companies  in Adelaide, helping them succeed in their visa application or appeal.

Avelyn Chen: Consultant

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Avelyn is a registered migration agent (MARN 1800051).

Avelyn has experience in these areas of practice:

• Administrative Appeals Tribunal reviews
• Character and Public Interest Criteria (health, PIC 4020, PIC 4013/4014) waivers
• 8503 No Further Stay waivers
• Schedule 3 considerations including compelling and compassionate reasons
• Family visas including partner/parent/child/orphan relative visas
• Other family visas including carer visas/New Zealand Citizen family relationship visas/remaining relative visas
• Employer-sponsored visas, including the 407, 482, 494, 186 visas
• General Skilled Migration visas, including the 189, 190, 491 and 191 visas
• Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA)
• Business and investor visas
• Student visas
• National Innovation Visa
• Sponsorship obligations and monitoring
• Migration skills assessments
• Australian citizenship applications

Avelyn completed a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Queensland and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice in 2016. In the same year, she was admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Queensland. She is a member of the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA).

Having lived in Singapore for over a decade as a first-generation immigrant before calling Australia home in 2012, she truly understands what it’s like to settle into a completely new country - twice!

She combines personal insight with legal expertise to create customised strategies that address each client's unique circumstances, proactively identifying and resolving potential obstacles early to ensure clients feel supported and confident throughout Australia's complex migration process.

Avelyn is fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English.

Christine Tsitsinaris - Administrative Officer

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Christine Tsitsinaris is an enthusiastic and welcoming Administrative Officer who joined Work Visa Lawyers, the best immigration law firm in Adelaide, in 2018. She has over 20 years of experience as a legal assistant and receptionist. Christine provides excellent administrative support to our team of Migration Agents and Lawyers. She understands how important good customer service is and makes sure every client feels supported from the moment they contact the firm.

Languages: Fluent in English and Greek.

Core Responsibilities

• High-level administrative support for Migration Agents and Lawyers
• Friendly client care and welcoming customer service
• Helping the office run smoothly every day

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Certificate in Legal Secretary & Office Procedures (Level II) from the Adelaide Legal & Commercial College, and a Para-Legal Certificate IV from the Adelaide Institute of TAFE. Her strong training helps her manage office duties quickly and correctly.

Attributes: Christine prides herself on her friendliness and approachability. Outside of work, she is a proud mother to two young daughters and loves volunteering her time at their school events.

Radharani Kuhn - Marketing and Communication Officer

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Radharani Kuhn is the friendly Marketing and Communication Officer at Work Visa Lawyers. Joining the firm in 2023, she plays a huge role in translating hard Australian immigration laws, like the new National Innovation Visa (NIV), into easy, clear information for clients.

Radharani manages the firm's social media and ensures that everyone stays informed about new visa changes.

Languages: Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Core Responsibilities

• Digital marketing and comprehensive social media strategy across platforms like YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Facebook
• Managing the firm's highly successful YouTube channel, including video content creation and distribution
• Client communications, brand management, and online engagement
• Legal content distribution and digital platform management

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Media and Communication Studies (Federal University of Mato Grosso, Brazil) and a Diploma in Social Media Marketing (Australian Pacific College).
• Her strong academic background in media, combined with extensive expertise gained in Brazil's dynamic marketing industry, gives her the strategic insight needed to effectively translate complex Australian immigration law into engaging, accessible content.
• Her skills have helped grow Work Visa Lawyers' online community to over 200,000 followers, ensuring the firm remains known as one of the best immigration companies in Australia.

Jenny Phan - Accounts Officer

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Jenny Phan is the dedicated Accounts Officer at Work Visa Lawyers, a leading immigration law firm based in Adelaide. Joining in 2022, she is responsible for the firm's finances, making sure all billing is smooth, clear, and accurate for all clients.

Whether she is dealing with one person or a large company, Jenny provides the important office support that allows the legal team to focus completely on winning visas.

Languages: Fluent in English and Vietnamese.

Core Responsibilities

• Trust account management, invoicing, and client billing
• Financial administration and strict procedural compliance
• Administrative support for the firm's professional development and MIA teaching engagements

Experience & Achievements

• Qualifications: Master's degree from the University of South Australia. Her advanced degree, combined with a diversity of previous employment on two continents, equips her with a unique ability to assess and manage complex tasks calmly and effectively.
• She brings a meticulous, detail-oriented approach to the firm's accounts, efficiently managing the financial backend for a high volume of complex migration matters, corporate accounts, and continuous professional development programs.
• Attributes: Jenny prides herself on her efficiency, collaboration, attention to detail, and customer-centricity.