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.
