Immigration Lawyer

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Nevett Ford Melbourne Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Post-Admission Experience (PAE) required: 2+ Years

Are you a skilled immigration lawyer looking to advance your career in a collaborative and supportive environment? Join Nevett Ford, a leading full-service law firm based in the Melbourne CBD, offering hybrid work arrangements, a competitive salary package, and a strong focus on staff well-being.

We are currently seeking an experienced Immigration Lawyer to join our dedicated team.

About Us

Nevett Ford has a long-established and highly respected immigration law practice servicing a broad range of clients, including individuals and corporates. Our team comprises directors, senior lawyers, lawyers, and paralegals with deep expertise in Australian immigration law. We pride ourselves on our friendly, inclusive, and team-oriented culture.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Immigration, you'll work with the support of experienced lawyers and paralegals to deliver end-to-end legal services to corporate and individual clients. Your caseload will include:

  • Strategic immigration advice and compliance
  • Employer-sponsored visas
  • Global Talent visas
  • Partner, parent and other family visas
  • General skilled migration
  • Merits review applications (e.g., Administrative Appeals Tribunal matters)
  • Ministerial intervention requests

What You'll Bring

  • Minimum 2 years' post-admission experience in Australian immigration law
  • Strong working knowledge of migration legislation and visa categories
  • Excellent communication and legal research skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Ability to efficiently manage files, deadlines, and client expectations
  • Proficiency in LEAP Migration Manager, ImmiAccount, Legendcom, and Microsoft Office; experience with Affinity is highly desirable
  • Professional, ethical, and client-focused approach; reliable, approachable, and positive team player

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage your own files with support and supervision as needed
  • Deliver timely, accurate, and high-quality legal work
  • Provide strategic legal advice and conduct in-depth research on complex cases
  • Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and the Code of Conduct
  • Communicate effectively with clients, managing their matters with care and professionalism

Why Join Nevett Ford?

  • Friendly, supportive team culture
  • Hybrid work options (2 days WFH)
  • Prime location in the Rialto Towers, with premium amenities including cafés, a gym, and End-of-Trip facilities
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness and team-building initiatives
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful cases in a well-established practice

Apply Now

If this opportunity resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Rose Bilugan on

Click 'Apply' to submit your résumé and cover letter in PDF format. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted. This is an urgent role, and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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