At Carina Ford Immigration Lawyers, we are a team of dedicated and passionate legal experts with a passion for migration law. Our firm, CFIL, is one of Australia's largest and most reputable law firms specialising in migration to Australia. With a unique blend of legal expertise and cultural sensitivity, we strive to provide exceptional services to individuals and businesses seeking to navigate the complex Australian migration system.
Our Firm
As a full-service Australian law firm, we offer a comprehensive range of immigration services, including skilled migration, student visa applications, sponsorship of overseas employees, family and partner migration, business migration, protection visas, and citizenship and resident return visas. Our experienced lawyers are Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law with the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV), which recognizes their specific legal expertise in this field. Carina Ford is also an Accredited Specialist in Administrative Law.
Our Team
Our talented group of lawyers is united by a shared commitment to social justice and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients. Our team comprises of Carina Ford, Madeline Keating, Rick Gunn, Nina Merlino, Dushan Nikolic, Leah Perkins, and Toniey Munro, among others. We take pride in our diverse and talented group of lawyers, each bringing their unique skills and experiences to the table.
Our Services
We specialise in all areas of migration to Australia, including:
- Skilled migration (Independent, State/ Family/Regional Sponsored, Skill assessments for skilled migration)
- Student visa applications and related issues
- Sponsorship of overseas employees to work temporarily or permanently in Australia by Australian/overseas businesses (457 visas, ENS and RSMS)
- Partner migration and residency
- Business migration
- Protection visas
- Citizenship and Resident Return visas
- Review applications, including Administrative Appeal Tribunal appeals and Judicial Review (Federal Circuit Court, Federal Court and High Court of Australia)
- Complex immigration issues
At Carina Ford Immigration Lawyers, we strive to provide exceptional services to individuals and businesses seeking to navigate the complex Australian migration system. Our team of experienced lawyers is dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and overcome the challenges they face.
Congratulations to Our Team
We are proud to announce that Carina Ford, our founder and a leading expert in migration law, was awarded the 2017 Law Institute of Victoria Paul Baker Award for her significant achievement in the field of administrative or human rights law. Additionally, Leah Perkins, one of our senior lawyers, accepted the award on behalf of the Legacy Caseload Working Group, which took out the award for 'Access to Justice', which CFIL was heavily involved in.
Overview of Carina Ford Lawyers
Mixed Reviews
Carina Ford Lawyers have received a mix of positive and negative reviews from clients. While some clients have praised the firm's expertise and professionalism, others have expressed disappointment and frustration with their experience.
Praise for Expertise and Professionalism
Some clients have praised individual lawyers at Carina Ford Lawyers, such as Gallen, Dushan, Hannah, and Leah Perkins, for their exceptional knowledge and professionalism. These clients have reported receiving outstanding consultation and advice, which has led to successful outcomes in their cases.
Criticism of Consultation and Service
On the other hand, some clients have expressed disappointment with the consultation and service they received from Carina Ford Lawyers. They have reported feeling rushed, ignored, or misled, and have questioned the firm's integrity and honesty.
Controversy Surrounding Thuy Vu and Zara Boarder
Two lawyers at Carina Ford Lawyers, Thuy Vu and Zara Boarder, have been specifically named in negative reviews. Clients have reported poor communication, lack of knowledge, and unprofessional behavior from these lawyers.
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