Immigration and Citizenship

Immigration and Citizenship

Jack is an experienced advocate for immigration clients and works with both individuals and businesses.

We offer comprehensive assistance with visa applications and employer accreditation. We can also provide advice on eligibility for New Zealand citizenship.

When difficulties arise, we will work with you to respond to a PPI letter from Immigration New Zealand.

If a visa is declined, our team is experienced in representing clients on appeal to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal. We have also successfully assisted clients in High Court judicial review proceedings.

Please contact us with your immigration issue so we can discuss how we may be able to help.

Work, Visitor, Student, Partnership, and Residence Visas

Immigration pathways are complex and require greater precision when making an application. We assist employers, individuals and families with a range of temporary and residence visa applications, helping clients navigate the system.

Our services include:

• Accredited Employer Work Visas (AEWV)
• Visitor visas and visa extensions
• Student visas and pathway planning
• Partnership-based visas and residence
• Skilled Migrant and residence
• Visa renewals and variation of conditions

We give practical, tailored legal advice to each client. We understand immigration choices can shape your job prospects, family life, education, and your future in New Zealand.

Employer Accreditation and Migrant Employment Support

Employers are increasingly turning to migrant workers to fill skill gaps and drive business growth. We support both employers and migrant employees with immigration-related employment issues, including employer accreditation, compliance, and employment assistance.

We understand that employers need straightforward, practical advice to keep their businesses running smoothly while complying with Immigration New Zealand requirements.

We also provide support to migrant staff when work situations become uncertain. Support can be required when there are concerns about exploitation, resolving workplace disputes, and handling employment risks related to visas.

Immigration and Protection Tribunal Appeals

We represent clients on appeal before the Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT).

We provide advice and representation for:

• Residence and deportation appeals
• Appeals based on exceptional humanitarian circumstances
• Rights of reconsideration for temporary visas

We assess the strengths and weaknesses of each matter and provide practical advice, working with you to obtain information supporting your case in a timely way.

We understand that IPT matters may involve sensitive family, employment, medical, and humanitarian issues.

Judicial Review

Where an appeal to the IPT is unavailable or has been unsuccessful, judicial review proceedings in the High Court may be available.

We have brought judicial review proceedings in the High Court for clients which have either been resolved by agreement or resulted in a favourable decision.

Talk to us

Please contact us at an early stage so we can understand your issue, identify the options available, and work with you on the most effective next steps.

Discuss an immigration matter