Migration Agent

This highly practical workshop will provide you with tips and strategies to enhance your written submissions and arguments. You will break barriers by learning how to build emotional intelligence, receive valuable guidance on risk management and conflicts of interests. Walk away with the tools to enhance your client advocacy.

It is crucial your advice to clients is accurate as the immigration landscape in New Zealand continues to rapidly change. Hear from Immigration New Zealand and leading practitioners as they unpack the latest changes to employer-assisted temporary work visas, investor and business residence categories and partnership and family applications. Receive insight into the work of the Immigration New Zealand Reference Group, key areas you need to be across of and how to minimise complaints. 213NZA34

This conference will consider the new work visa system, examine travel exceptions and cases, the interplay of immigration and employment law and issues arising in investor and business residence category visas. Finish off the day with a deep dive into case studies involving medical matters and IPT appeals, and discuss the future of the immigration landscape. 216NZA09

Are you across the latest immigration issues impacting your practice right now? Join a panel of leading specialists and advisers and discuss the immigration policy changes expected in 2022, critical employment law issues, evidentiary requirements in partner visas and recent disciplinary matters. Finish off the day with a deep dive into character waivers and deportation, an analysis of IPT appeals and the ins and outs of appealing to the High Court. WEB2111NZA19

Immigration law is front and centre given the impact of COVID-19, so are you up to date with the current legal issues? Join the MBIE and leading specialists and discuss the immigration priorities expected in 2022, the new accredited employer framework, employer compliance in the context of work visas and an update on immigration and family law. Finish off the day with a deep dive into deportation, how to run a refugee case and psychology issues in preparing and presenting immigration cases. WEB223NZA47

The immigration law landscape continues to change rapidly in the wake of COVID-19, so it is imperative that you up to date with the current legal issues. Engage with leading specialists as they provide a detailed examination of Employer Work Visas, explain the INZ’s complaint and resolution process and provide an update on IPT appeals. Finish off the day traversing the practical aspects of medical matters, managing Investor Plus clients and focus on the key elements of partnership applications. 226NZA05

This Conference brings insights from the most senior and accomplished practitioners in Immigration law. Enhance your knowledge with this unmatched opportunity to decode the new Accredited Employer Work Visa and the new Active Investor Plus Visa Category. Gain understanding from a Member of the IPT on considerations regarding best interests of the child in immigration matters. Acquire practical tools to assist you in refugee applications and dealing with matters of character and deportation. 2211NZA09

Stay up to date with current legal issues in the immigration sector and join this speaking panel of immigration specialists and equip yourself with the knowledge of how different visa applications are operating. Receive a timely update on the AEWV, INZ requirements for varying visas and how to meet credibility obligations. Finish the day with an exploration of deportations in criminal matters, exclusions in the Immigration Act and the ethical framework in Immigration advocacy. 233NZA35

Learn about the many changes recently made by Immigration NZ. Hear from the Immigration and Protection Tribunal, review visa category updates and gain practical tips for developing character waivers in partnership cases. Explore Section 61 requests and dive into a practical session on client interviewing tips for intellectually diverse clients. Discover how to navigate statutory powers in the immigration context and learn how to best request files from INZ. 236NZA10

Designed with the needs of lawyers, migrant agents, and all immigration enthusiasts in mind, this program presents a treasure trove of timely updates and information. Join the panel of esteemed experts as they present the latest case law developments, key features of legislative changes, and practical tips for complex immigration matters. No matter your level of experience, this event will ensure you leave with actionable takeaways and a high-level understanding of immigration landscape. WEB2311NZA14Z

Explore the intersection of employment and immigration law and receive a concise overview of pivotal rulings in this domain. WEB2312NZA16EZ

In the world of Immigration Law, there's never a dull moment. But our Annual Conference has you covered. Explore the latest on New Zealand's work visa system, partner visas, character waivers for supporting partners, navigating Family Court matters, the Active Investor Plus Category updates, deportation processes, and the latest Court developments. Gain valuable insights on the immigration system's experience over the past 12 months, highlighting recent trends and future outlooks. 243NZA11

Need to stay informed about changes for employers in the accredited employer scheme, alterations to the skilled migrant category and work visas? Want to delve into preparing character waiver submissions? Curious about proactive advocacy and interviews and potential judicial review grounds? Interested in how strategic client advising can transform investigations and appeals? All these questions and more will be addressed at the Immigration Law Conference. Don't miss out on gaining valuable insights. 246NZA04

With reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme and migrant worker protections, reforms to the Active Investor Plus category and concerns regarding deportations, join for three comprehensive 2-hour sessions to assist you to easily fit into your schedule. Understand the implications of the latest set of immigration law reforms. Ensure you have all of the best practice tips, updated case law and understand the challenges and opportunities for your immigration law clients. WEB248NZA08

The interaction of employment and immigration matters is in the spotlight with the new Accredited Employer Work Visa Scheme and the Worker Protection (Migrant and Other Employees) Act 2023. Be well informed about these essential issues includingnew infringement offence protocols, expanded suspension criteria for accreditation and additional labour market test requirements. WEB248NZA08A

Under the new residence rules migrants may have different pathways open to them. If a person can qualify for both the Green List and the Skilled Migrant it can be hard to know which is the best option. Are they the same? This session will equip you with the knowledge to protect your clients and their futures. WEB248NZA08B

Are you ready to tackle the complexities of deportation cases head-on? In this session dedicated to deportation you will gain crucial insights into analysing alleged breaches under Part 6 of the Immigration Act, understanding INZ investigation policies, navigating natural justice with case law commentary, and advising clients on investigation strategies and potential appeal options. WEB249NZA08C

What are your client’s options when faced with deportation? Join Simon Graham as he takes a deep dive into deportation in the criminal context. You will receive practical guidance on your client’s options to appeal and court proceedings, and key takeaways that you can implement into your practice.

The intersection of family law and immigration presents a number of critical issues that you must consider. Join Pooja Sundar over one hour and examine how domestic violence impacts on immigration applications, care of child orders and explore the latest Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT) appeals of interest.

What are the latest Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT) appeals you need to be across of? Join Charlotte Summers over one hour to examine critical and fascinating IPT appeals and receive practical guidance and key takeaways that can immediately be incorporated into your practice.