Top 10 ranked
Best Immigration Law Firms in Victoria
The top 10 law firms ranked by client ratings and reviews.
Firms are ranked by their Google rating, weighted by how many reviews they have. Nobody can pay for a higher position. See the full directory for every firm in this area.
Immigration lawyers help individuals, families and businesses navigate Australia's visa system. They prepare applications, respond to refusals and represent clients at the Administrative Review Tribunal.
- 1Ghothane Lawyers★5.0(477)
Ghothane Lawyers helps individuals and businesses in Melbourne with immigration, family, property and business matters. The firm also handles corporate…
📍 Melbourne, VICImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 2Hannan Tew★5.0(298)
Hannan Tew helps individuals and businesses with Australian immigration law. The firm focuses only on immigration and visa work, from employer-sponsored and…
📍 Melbourne, VICImmigration Law - 3Nevile & Co★5.0(215)
Nevile & Co is a boutique law firm in Melbourne's CBD that helps individuals, families and businesses with commercial, property, migration, wills and…
📍 Melbourne, VICWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & Conveyancing - 4Augustine & Co.★5.0(207)
Augustine & Co. helps individuals, families and businesses with Australian visas. The firm acts for people applying for partner visas, skilled migration,…
📍 Melbourne, VICImmigration Law - 5Australian Migration Lawyers★5.0(190)
Australian Migration Lawyers helps people apply for Australian visas and fix visa problems. Its team of lawyers acts for individuals, families and employers on…
📍 Southbank, VICImmigration Law - 6Visa Plan Lawyers★5.0(174)
Visa Plan Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses with Australian visas. The firm is a solicitor-led immigration practice, and every matter is…
📍 Melbourne, VICImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial Law - 7Lawyers of Preston★5.0(164)
Lawyers of Preston helps individuals, families and businesses across Victoria with criminal and traffic charges, family breakdown, injury claims, property,…
📍 Reservoir, VICEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 8EAS Legal★5.0(148)
EAS Legal helps individuals and families with criminal, family, property, commercial, and wills and probate matters. The firm also acts in traffic law,…
📍 Geelong, VICWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 9Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers★5.0(125)
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses with immigration, family, criminal, commercial and property matters. The firm also…
📍 West Melbourne, VICWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 10EMC- Education & Migration Centre Australia★5.0(118)
EMC Australia is a leading immigration and education consultancy firm based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. With a team of dedicated professionals,…
📍 Melbourne, VICImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial Law
How we rank these firms
This ranking is based on real client feedback, not paid placement. We combine each firm's average client rating with the number of reviews it has received, so a firm with a single five-star review does not outrank an established practice with a long, consistent track record.
Ratings and review counts are sourced from public Google reviews and refreshed regularly. Because new reviews come in over time, the order of immigration law firms can change as client feedback accumulates.
A high rating is a useful starting point, but it is not a substitute for your own research. We recommend contacting two or three firms, asking about their experience with matters like yours, and confirming fees before making a decision.
Immigration Law FAQs in Victoria
What is the difference between a lawyer and a migration agent?
Both can lodge visa applications, but an immigration lawyer can also give legal advice and represent you in court if a matter goes beyond the tribunal. For complex or refused cases, a lawyer is often the safer choice.
Can I appeal a visa refusal?
In many cases yes. Refusals and cancellations can often be reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal within strict time limits. An immigration lawyer can confirm your appeal rights and the deadline that applies to you.
How long do visa applications take?
Processing times vary widely by visa type and individual circumstances. A lawyer cannot speed up the department, but a complete, well-prepared application reduces the risk of delays and requests for more information.
How do I choose the right law firm in Victoria?
Look for a firm with genuine experience in your specific type of matter, clear and upfront pricing, and strong client reviews. Most firms offer an initial consultation, which is a good chance to ask about their approach and likely costs.
Should I get a free initial consultation?
Many firms offer a free or low-cost first appointment. Use it to explain your situation, understand your options and get a sense of fees before committing. It is also a useful way to compare a few firms.
Are the firms on this directory verified?
Listings are compiled from publicly available information and, where available, show client ratings drawn from Google reviews. Always confirm a firm's current details and credentials directly before engaging them.