Online CPD Workshops for RMAs & Lawyers
RMAs: All workshops are Category A (1 hour = 1 Category A CPD point)
Lawyers: All workshops are legal CLE (1 hour = 1 CPD/CLE point)
All workshops are currently being hosted online via Zoom.
All online workshops are Category A activities for RMAs, and CPD/CLE activities for lawyers. Each workshop has a maximum capacity of 30 persons. Each workshop is suitable for RMA and lawyer re-registration purposes. Lawyers can request a completion certificate. LTA CPD is Lawyer CPD / CLE compliant.
There are no exams or tests. No microphone or webcam are needed. Access via your computer or mobile phone. All questions from participants are typed on the screen. The presenter cannot see any of the participants. All participants can see the presenter.
Registered participants will receive an email prior to the start of the webinar with instructions on how to join the event from their PC, Mac, tablet or mobile device. Please make sure your email address displayed on the OMARA website is up-to-date as this is the email address we will send the webinar link to. An instructional video on how to join our webinars can be viewed by clicking here. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of each activity if you would like to receive CPD/CLE points for each activity.
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| WK2412 Webinar - 12PM to 3PM: DAMA intensive (all DAMAs) - with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic - 3 Category A CPD points – 27th August 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
27 August 2026 | |
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Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This webinar provides attendees with an understanding of the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) framework and the Labour Agreement process. It focuses on how DAMAs operate across different regions, the relevant policy and procedural requirements, and how Registered Agents can use this knowledge to provide appropriate advice to clients.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the DAMA framework and the Labour Agreement process.
2. Identify and compare DAMA frameworks across different regions.
3. Provide appropriate advice to clients regarding DAMA requirements and processes.
4. Understand the policy framework and procedures associated with DAMAs.
5. Apply their knowledge of DAMA policies and procedures when assisting clients with relevant migration pathways.
About Arnela Tolic Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK1016 Webinar - 12PM to 1PM: Visa options for s48 Bar applicants - with Accredited Specialist, Owen Harris - 1 Category A CPD point – 31st August 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
31 August 2026 | |
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Presented by Owen Harris, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary 1. Section 48 of the Migration Act 1958 is one of the most commonly misunderstood provisions in migration practice and can significantly restrict a client’s ability to lodge further visa applications while remaining in Australia. Understanding when the s48 bar applies, when it does not apply, and what alternative pathways remain available is critical to providing lawful and strategic migration advice.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of the operation of the s48 bar, including its legislative framework, common trigger events, cancellation and refusal scenarios, and the interaction between Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 requirements. Participants will explore practical strategies for assessing eligibility, preserving lawful status and identifying viable visa pathways for affected clients.
3. The session examines available onshore visa options for s48 barred applicants, recent legislative developments, review rights, bridging visa considerations and professional obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct when advising on applications with limited prospects of success.
4. Participants will strengthen their ability to diagnose complex refusal and cancellation scenarios, develop practical case strategies and provide compliant advice in high-risk matters involving restricted visa pathways.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this session participants should be able to:
1. Explain the operation and effect of section 48 of the Migration Act 1958 and identify circumstances that trigger the s48 bar.
2. Distinguish between substantive and non-substantive visas and assess how visa status affects future application options.
3. Determine when a visa refusal, cancellation or invalid application does or does not activate the s48 bar.
4. Assess the interaction between Schedule 1 validity requirements and Schedule 2 grant criteria when advising s48 affected clients.
5. Identify visa subclasses that remain available to s48 barred applicants and evaluate their suitability.
6. Develop structured approaches for advising clients following visa refusals and cancellations.
7. Assess review rights, bridging visa strategies and lawful status management following adverse decisions.
8. Apply practical case management techniques to establish timelines, identify aggravating and mitigating circumstances and preserve future visa pathways.
9. Recognise professional obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct when advising on low-prospect or potentially vexatious applications.
10. Develop strategic and compliant advice pathways for clients impacted by section 48 restrictions.
About Owen Harris
Owen is a former Registered Migration Agent (0851294) and has been providing immigration advice for 15 years. He served on the Ministerial panel advising Assistant Minister Jason Wood.
He is a regular contributor the various online forums, helping many people with his expertise and insights. Prior to becoming a lawyer Owen had 25 years’ experience in IT.
As a former Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Canberra, he taught most areas of law (except migration) to postgraduate law students for over a decade. Further Information
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| WK232 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: Bridging visas – Intensive – covering all classes - with Accredited Specialist, Owen Harris - 2 Category A CPD points – 1st September 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
1 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Owen Harris, Accredited Specialist This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of Australia's bridging visa framework, examining the legislative basis, eligibility requirements, operation and practical application of every bridging visa class. It explains the interaction between the Migration Act and Migration Regulations, including how bridging visas come into effect, cease to operate, reactivate and how the "most beneficial" bridging visa is determined where multiple bridging visas are held. The session examines each bridging visa class (A, B, C, D, E, F and R), including eligibility criteria, application processes, work rights, travel rights, visa conditions, duration and cessation events. It also covers significant legislative changes introduced from 7 December 2024, including amendments affecting bridging visas in relation to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) determinations and community safety orders, together with practical case studies and procedural considerations for migration practitioners.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1.Explain the legislative framework governing bridging visas, including their grant, activation, cessation, reactivation and priority under the Migration Act and Migration Regulations.
2. Distinguish between the various bridging visa subclasses (A, B, C, D, E, F and R), including their eligibility criteria, application requirements, work rights, travel rights, visa conditions and duration.
3. Apply the provisions governing associated bridging visas, the "most beneficial" bridging visa rules and the interaction between substantive visa applications and bridging visa grants.
4. Advise clients on recent legislative amendments affecting bridging visas, including the 7 December 2024 changes relating to WMD determinations, community safety orders and other significant regulatory developments.
5. Assess practical bridging visa scenarios and identify appropriate strategies for maintaining lawful status, preserving work and travel rights, and managing complex onshore migration matters.
About Owen Harris
Owen is a former Registered Migration Agent (0851294) and has been providing immigration advice for 15 years. He served on the Ministerial panel advising Assistant Minister Jason Wood.
He is a regular contributor the various online forums, helping many people with his expertise and insights. Prior to becoming a lawyer Owen had 25 years’ experience in IT.
As a former Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Canberra, he taught most areas of law (except migration) to postgraduate law students for over a decade.
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| WK2669 Webinar – 2:30PM to 3:30PM: Refusals and cancellations (How to advise, prepare submissions, and lodge appeals to ART) – with William Levingston – 1 Cat A CPD point – 1st September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
1 September 2026 | |
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Presented by William Levingston, Immigration Lawyer This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Visa refusals and cancellations are among the most commercially significant and technically demanding matters encountered in migration practice. Effective review strategy requires more than identifying an error — it requires careful analysis of review rights, strict compliance with time limits, persuasive submissions and strong hearing preparation.
2. This webinar provides a practical and detailed examination of merits review processes before the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) in migration matters, with a focus on advising clients following visa refusals and cancellations, preparing submissions and managing review proceedings effectively.
3. Participants will explore review jurisdiction, application requirements, strict lodgement deadlines, Practice Directions, evidentiary requirements, expedited review processes and practical hearing preparation techniques. The session also examines strategic considerations when assessing prospects of success, identifying reviewable errors, preparing documentary evidence and managing client expectations.
4. Through case studies, practical examples and advocacy techniques, participants will develop structured approaches to preparing high-quality ART applications and presenting persuasive review arguments in complex migration matters.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role and jurisdiction of the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) in migration refusal and cancellation matters.
2. Identify review rights, jurisdictional limitations and strict lodgement timeframes applicable to review applications.
3. Apply ART Practice Directions and procedural requirements when preparing and lodging review applications.
4. Assess refusal and cancellation decisions to identify review issues, evidentiary gaps and strategic options.
5. Prepare clear, persuasive and legally structured written submissions for migration review proceedings.
6. Develop evidence strategies and identify when witness evidence, expert material or supplementary documents may strengthen a review.
7. Advise clients on expedited review pathways, procedural fairness obligations and hearing preparation.
8. Prepare clients and representatives for Tribunal hearings, including managing expectations and responding to questioning.
9. Recognise practical risks associated with late evidence, adjournment requests and procedural non-compliance.
10. Apply practical advocacy techniques to improve prospects of success in visa refusal and cancellation review matters before the ART.
About William Levingston
William Levingston is a lawyer based in Sydney who practices Immigration, Administrative and Criminal Law. His specialities include developing strategic and tactical legal advice relating to complex Immigration law issues. William regularly appears in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal in Migration and Refugee matters and appears as an advocate in NSW and Federal Courts.
William’s main practice philosophy is developing strategies to achieve results in every Immigration matter. His strategic insights into complex issues and the exploration of new ideas and thought processes in his seminar series have allowed his colleagues to achieve success in their practice. Further Information
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| WK2474 Webinar - 11AM to 1PM: Selecting the right ANZSCO code - with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic- 2 Category A CPD points – 2nd September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
2 September 2026 | |
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This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
In this webinar we will explore:
About Arnela Tolic
Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK2934 Webinar – 1:30PM to 3:30PM Employer-sponsored sc186, 482 & 190 in Trades, Construction, Engineering & Mining - with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic – 2 Cat A CPD points – 2nd September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
2 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Arnela Tolic, Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. This practical workshop provides a comprehensive examination of employer-sponsored migration pathways across Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS), Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) and Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visas for clients working in the trades, construction, engineering and mining sectors.
2. Participants will explore how to develop effective migration strategies in industries facing ongoing workforce shortages, skills verification requirements and complex occupation classification issues. The session examines practical considerations including occupation selection, ANZSCO alignment, skills assessments, salary requirements, labour market testing, licensing and registration obligations, regional considerations and permanent residence planning.
3. Using practical examples and sector-based case studies, attendees will develop frameworks for advising employers and skilled workers across project-based, technical and regulated industries while managing compliance and long-term migration outcomes. Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the structure and operation of Subclass 186, Subclass 482 and Subclass 190 pathways and identify strategic differences across employer-sponsored and skilled migration programs.
2. Assess occupation selection and ANZSCO alignment for trades, construction, engineering and mining occupations.
3. Interpret skills assessment requirements and licensing considerations affecting technical and regulated occupations.
4. Apply sponsorship and nomination requirements including genuine position, labour market testing and salary obligations.
5. Evaluate employer workforce needs and identify suitable migration pathways based on business structure, project demands and labour availability.
6. Identify regional and sector-specific challenges affecting mining, construction and project-based employment arrangements.
7. Assess pathways to permanent residence and long-term workforce planning strategies for sponsored workers and employers.
8. Recognise common refusal themes and compliance risks including occupation mismatch, unsupported duties and inconsistent employment evidence.
9. Develop practical application and submission strategies for preparing stronger employer-sponsored and skilled migration outcomes.
10. Apply case-based analysis to manage complex migration scenarios involving trades, engineering, construction and mining clients.
About Arnela Tolic Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| M2A10017 Webinar – 2:30PM to 3:30PM: Understanding the Code of Conduct (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Category A CPD point – 3rd Sept 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
3 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary 1. Understanding and complying with the Code of Conduct is fundamental to effective migration practice and professional risk management. Complaints to OMARA frequently arise not because of legal complexity, but because of communication failures, unclear expectations, poor documentation, inadequate service agreements and breakdowns in the client relationship.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of a registered migration agent’s professional obligations under the Code of Conduct, with particular focus on complaints handling, client management, service agreements, confidentiality, record keeping and interactions with OMARA.
3. Participants will explore how client relationships are formed, the scope of obligations owed to clients (including prospective clients), complaint escalation pathways, OMARA investigation processes and practical strategies to reduce complaints and regulatory exposure.
4. The session examines real-world scenarios involving client dissatisfaction, fee disputes, communication breakdowns and professional conduct obligations to help RMAs strengthen practice systems and maintain compliant, client-focused services.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this session participants should be able to:
1. Identify when a client relationship arises under the Migration Act and recognise the obligations owed under the Code of Conduct.
2. Explain the core professional obligations of registered migration agents including compliance, confidentiality, communication and client care.
3. Apply Code of Conduct requirements relating to consumer guides, service agreements, fees, record keeping and disclosure obligations
4. Assess common causes of client dissatisfaction and complaints and implement practical complaint prevention strategies.
5. Develop approaches to managing difficult client interactions while maintaining professionalism and compliance.
6. Interpret obligations relating to complaint responses, mediation processes and engagement with OMARA.
7. Distinguish between informal complaint handling processes and formal OMARA investigations.
8. Evaluate service agreement drafting practices to reduce scope disputes and fee complaints.
9. Apply risk mitigation strategies including expectation management, documentation, supervision and effective communication.
10. Develop compliant systems and procedures to strengthen practice management and reduce regulatory exposure.
About Christopher Levingston Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| M1A10034 Webinar – 11:30AM to 12:30PM: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 4th Sept 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
4 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Immigration Law Specialist
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Ethics and professional responsibility are fundamental to competent and trusted practice as a Registered Migration Agent or Lawyer. They provide the framework for making professional decisions that are lawful, fair, transparent and in the best interests of clients while preserving confidence in the migration advice profession and broader legal system.
2. This webinar explores the ethical obligations and professional standards that govern practice, including the Migration Agents Code of Conduct, relevant legislative obligations, duties owed to clients, and broader professional responsibilities. Participants will examine practical issues including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, truthfulness in dealings with clients and government, competence, professional judgment, practice management, and emerging ethical challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence.
3. Through legislative examples, case studies and real-world scenarios, participants will develop a structured approach to ethical decision-making and learn how to identify and respond appropriately to professional risks and dilemmas encountered in migration practice.
4. This session reinforces that ethical practice is not simply compliance with rules. It is the exercise of professional judgment, integrity and accountability in every interaction with clients, regulators, colleagues and the community.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role of ethics and professional responsibility in migration practice and legal services.
2. Interpret and apply key obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and relevant legislative frameworks.
3. Identify actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest and implement appropriate management strategies.
4. Apply ethical decision-making methodologies to workplace and client scenarios.
5. Recognise duties relating to honesty, integrity, confidentiality, competence and professional independence.
6. Identify conduct that may amount to professional misconduct, unsatisfactory professional conduct or regulatory non-compliance.
7. Evaluate ethical risks associated with communication practices, client management and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
8. Respond appropriately to situations involving misleading information, client pressure, confidentiality concerns and competing obligations.
9. Understand the disciplinary and regulatory powers relevant to migration practice and the consequences of non-compliance.
10. Demonstrate professional behaviours that support public confidence in the migration advice profession.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| WK2739 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: Subclass 482 visas (SID) (sponsorship, nomination & visa application - step by step) - with Immigration Lawyer, Nikhil Joshi - 2 Cat A CPD points – 7th Sept 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
7 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Nikhil Joshi
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
About the session:
This session offers a step-by-step breakdown of the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand(SID) visa process, covering all three critical stages:
Sponsorship Stage
Eligibility to become a Standard Business Sponsor Application process via ImmiAccount Obligations and compliance requirements Duration and renewal of sponsorship status
Nomination Stage
Selecting an occupation from the relevant Skilled Occupation List Labour Market Testing (LMT) requirements Salary benchmarks and employment conditions Genuine position criteria and business case preparation Nomination lodgement and documentation
Visa Application Stage
Applicant eligibility: skills, qualifications, and English proficiency Health and character requirements Visa conditions and duration Pathways to permanent residency (e.g., Subclass 186) Bridging visa implications during processing
About Nikhil Joshi
Nikhil Joshi is a dual-qualified Immigration Lawyer (India & Australia) based in Sydney and practising with Hillman & Associates Lawyers. He advises individuals, corporates, and agents on complex visa strategy, refusals, compliance, and sponsorship pathways. Known for his practical, case-focused approach, Nikhil combines technical expertise with real-world insight drawn from active casework before the Department of Home Affairs and the ART. In addition to legal practice, he tutors law students of the Legal Profession Admission Board’s Diploma in Law program, where he focuses on developing clear, practice-oriented understanding of complex legislation and case law. Further Information
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| WK2894 Webinar - 2:30PM to 3:30PM: Navigating the Resident Return visa process - with Senior RMA, Nathan Willis – 1 Category A CPD point – 7th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
7 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Senior RMA, Nathan Willis
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary:
This practical CPD session provides RMAs with a clear and up-to-date overview of Australia’s Resident Return Visa (RRV) framework, including Subclass 155 and Subclass 157 visas.
Learning Outcomes:
Practical scenarios and case studies will also be discussed to help RMAs better understand how RRV applications are assessed and where applicants commonly encounter difficulties.
This CPD is ideal for practitioners assisting long-term permanent residents, former residents returning to Australia, and clients with complex travel history issues. Further Information
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| WK2616 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Dealing with visa cancellations – with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic – 1 Cat A CPD point – 8th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
8 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Arnela Tolic, Immigration Lawyer This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This masterclass provides a practical guide to advising clients who receive a Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC), with a particular focus on cancellation powers under s 116 of the Migration Act 1958. It explains the legislative framework for temporary visa cancellation, common grounds for cancellation, procedural fairness requirements, effective strategies for responding to a NOICC, relevant case law (including Djokovic), and practical evidence that should be provided to maximise the prospects of avoiding cancellation. The webinar also examines review rights, post-cancellation consequences, and practitioner obligations through practical case studies.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the legislative framework governing visa cancellation under s 116 of the Migration Act 1958, including the distinction between discretionary and mandatory cancellation powers.
2. Identify the most common grounds upon which temporary visas may be cancelled, including breaches of visa conditions, incorrect information, identity concerns, sponsorship issues, criminal conduct, and risks to the Australian community.
3. Advise clients on the procedural requirements following receipt of a NOICC, including response timeframes, procedural fairness obligations, and merits review rights.
4. Prepare effective submissions responding to a NOICC by addressing the cancellation grounds, presenting relevant evidence, and demonstrating why cancellation should not occur.
5. Assess the factors considered by decision-makers when exercising the discretion to cancel a visa, including hardship, visa compliance history, family circumstances, Australia's international obligations, and future risk.
6. Apply key principles from significant authorities, including the Novak Djokovic litigation and other relevant case law, when advising clients facing visa cancellation.
7. Identify the practical evidence that should be obtained to support a response to a NOICC, including character references, employer letters, evidence of hardship, community contributions, and rehabilitation.
8. Advise clients on the consequences of visa cancellation, including detention, bridging visa issues, review rights, future visa restrictions (including PIC 4013 and s 48), and subsequent immigration options.
9. Analyse complex cancellation scenarios through practical case studies and develop appropriate legal and strategic advice consistent with professional and ethical obligations. About Arnela Tolic
Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK2279 Webinar – 1:30PM to 3:30PM: Labour Agreements, Including On-Hire and Aged Care Labour Agreements with Immigration Lawyer, Marsha Bassily - 2 Category A CPD points – 8th September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
8 September 2026 | |
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This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Labour Agreements remain one of the most flexible and strategically important employer sponsored migration pathways available where standard sponsorship pathways cannot adequately address workforce shortages or business needs.
2. This webinar provides a practical and comprehensive examination of Australia’s Labour Agreement framework, including Company Specific Labour Agreements, Industry Template Labour Agreements, Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs), Project Agreements, On-Hire arrangements and specialised industry pathways including Aged Care.
3. Participants will explore how Labour Agreements operate within the broader employer sponsored migration program and examine the commercial, legislative and policy considerations that influence Departmental decision-making. Particular focus is given to preparing persuasive business cases, demonstrating labour market need, seeking concessions to standard visa criteria, stakeholder consultation obligations, workforce planning, sponsorship compliance and pathways to permanent residence.
4. The session also examines practical issues arising under industry-specific agreements, including occupation access, salary concessions, English language concessions, labour market testing requirements, union engagement, nomination ceilings and compliance obligations following approval.
5. Through case studies, legislative analysis and strategic examples, participants will develop practical skills to structure decision-ready Labour Agreement requests and provide commercially informed advice to employer clients.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the purpose, structure and operation of Australia’s Labour Agreement framework.
2. Distinguish between Company Specific Labour Agreements, Industry Template Labour Agreements, DAMAs, Project Agreements and On-Hire arrangements.
3. Identify circumstances where a Labour Agreement may be more appropriate than standard employer sponsored migration pathways.
4. Assess labour market need and prepare evidence to support genuine workforce shortages.
5. Analyse concession opportunities relating to occupations, English language requirements, salary, skills, age and permanent residence pathways.
6. Identify stakeholder consultation requirements and understand the evidentiary obligations associated with Labour Agreement requests.
7. Prepare persuasive and evidence-based Labour Agreement business cases aligned to Departmental expectations.
8. Evaluate nomination, sponsorship and compliance obligations that apply before and after Labour Agreement approval.
9. Advise clients on strategic use of industry-specific Labour Agreements, including aged care, on-hire and regional pathways.
10. Apply practical strategies to prepare compliant, commercially realistic and decision-ready Labour Agreement applications.
About Marsha Bassily
Marsha is the Founder and Principal Immigration Lawyer at MB Lawyers. Her main interest is corporate immigration: assisting corporates and their staff, with their Australian visa requirements, compliance, and strategy.
Marsha was admitted to practice in Law in 2005 (NSW), after completing a B Arts/Law (The University of Sydney). She is a Notary Public (2018 to present) (Legal Practitioners Admission Board) and a Barrister Solicitor to New Zealand High Court (2023 to present).
Marsha thoroughly support mentoring, and have had the privilege to a be a Senior Lawyer Mentor to young lawyers and migration professionals (NSW Law Society, DWL)
Marsha is a published author on the Immigration Review Journal (Lexis Nexis), and feature on CPD platforms such as Hearsay the Legal Podcast, Sidebar and the College of Law CPD. Further Information
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| M1A10034 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 9th September 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
9 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Immigration Law Specialist
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Ethics and professional responsibility are fundamental to competent and trusted practice as a Registered Migration Agent or Lawyer. They provide the framework for making professional decisions that are lawful, fair, transparent and in the best interests of clients while preserving confidence in the migration advice profession and broader legal system.
2. This webinar explores the ethical obligations and professional standards that govern practice, including the Migration Agents Code of Conduct, relevant legislative obligations, duties owed to clients, and broader professional responsibilities. Participants will examine practical issues including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, truthfulness in dealings with clients and government, competence, professional judgment, practice management, and emerging ethical challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence.
3. Through legislative examples, case studies and real-world scenarios, participants will develop a structured approach to ethical decision-making and learn how to identify and respond appropriately to professional risks and dilemmas encountered in migration practice.
4. This session reinforces that ethical practice is not simply compliance with rules. It is the exercise of professional judgment, integrity and accountability in every interaction with clients, regulators, colleagues and the community.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role of ethics and professional responsibility in migration practice and legal services.
2. Interpret and apply key obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and relevant legislative frameworks.
3. Identify actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest and implement appropriate management strategies.
4. Apply ethical decision-making methodologies to workplace and client scenarios.
5. Recognise duties relating to honesty, integrity, confidentiality, competence and professional independence.
6. Identify conduct that may amount to professional misconduct, unsatisfactory professional conduct or regulatory non-compliance.
7. Evaluate ethical risks associated with communication practices, client management and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
8. Respond appropriately to situations involving misleading information, client pressure, confidentiality concerns and competing obligations.
9. Understand the disciplinary and regulatory powers relevant to migration practice and the consequences of non-compliance.
10. Demonstrate professional behaviours that support public confidence in the migration advice profession.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| M2A10050 Webinar – 1:30PM to 2:30PM: The perfect RMA client service agreement - your sword and shield (Code of Conduct - Mandatory) - with Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 9th Sept 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
9 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. A well-drafted Client Service Agreement is one of the most important compliance, risk management and business protection tools available to a Registered Migration Agent (RMA). More than a mandatory Code requirement, an effective Service Agreement establishes clear expectations, defines the scope of engagement, protects both parties, and supports professional and ethical practice.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of how to design and implement a compliant and commercially effective Client Service Agreement under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and recent regulatory reforms. Participants will explore mandatory agreement requirements, common drafting mistakes, financial disclosure obligations, consumer protection requirements, termination provisions, and file management expectations. 3. The session also examines how Service Agreements operate as both a compliance mechanism and a legally enforceable contract, including practical strategies for managing disputes, controlling scope, protecting fees, managing expectations and demonstrating compliance during complaints, investigations and audits. 4. Through legislative analysis, practical examples and template development strategies, participants will learn how to create a Client Service Agreement that functions as both a professional safeguard and an effective business tool.
Learning Ouctomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the purpose and legal function of Client Service Agreements under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct.
2. Identify the mandatory elements required for a compliant Service Agreement and recognise common drafting deficiencies.
3. Distinguish between a Client Service Agreement, Form 956 and other engagement documents.
4. Apply Code requirements relating to consumer guides, scope of work, fees, disbursements and client communication obligations.
5. Draft financial provisions relating to fees, disbursements, refunds, payment terms and variations in accordance with the Code.
6. Assess when immigration assistance may commence and identify the requirements for a Service Agreement to be valid and in force.
7. Develop compliant termination, file management and record-keeping provisions.
8. Understand how Service Agreements support conflict management, expectation setting and complaint prevention.
9. Apply practical strategies to manage compliance risks, protect professional boundaries and strengthen client relationships.
10. Develop and maintain Client Service Agreement templates that support both Code compliance and commercially effective migration practice.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| WK2252 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Australia's skill shortage - Subclass 407 Training visas unpicked with Immigration Lawyer, Ko Ko Aung – 1 Cat A CPD point – 14th September 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
14 September 2026 | |
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About this webinar:
This is an interactive webinar which will include the following:
The Subclass 407 Training Visa is a temporary visa designed to allow individuals to participate in workplace-based training programs to improve their skills for their current job or area of study. It is commonly used for professional development and skills enhancement in Australia. This visa allows individuals to stay in Australia for up to 2 years, depending on the approved training program. Applicants must be sponsored by an approved organization and meet specific requirements, including having functional English, adequate health insurance, and a genuine intention to undertake the training."
About Ko Ko Aung Ko Ko Aung is an award-winning immigration lawyer with extensive experience in migration law, encompassing skilled, family, humanitarian, and employer-sponsored visas. He is the recipient of the 2023 Law Council Lawyer of the Year Award, the 2023 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Award in the Migration category, and the 2024 Humanitarian Lawyer of the Year Award by STARTTS and the Refugee Council of Australia. As a Special Counsel at Albert Arthur Lawyers, Ko Ko leads pro bono initiatives, collaborating with not-for-profit organizations to support refugees and displaced individuals. His passion for advocacy, coupled with his practical expertise, has made him a sought-after speaker and trainer in Australian migration law.
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| WK1340 Webinar – 1:30PM to 3:30PM: Employer visa essentials sc482 (incl. SID), sc494, sc407, sc400, sc186 - with Immigration Lawyer, Rebecca Henzel - 2 Category A CPD points – 14th September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
14 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Rebecca Henzel, Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of Australia's employer-sponsored visa framework, with a particular focus on the Skills in Demand (SID) visa (subclass 482), which replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa from 7 December 2024. It examines the operation of the three SID streams (Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement), the introduction of the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), revised work experience requirements, English language changes, income threshold indexation, sponsorship obligations and nomination requirements. The session also explores the consequential amendments to the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), including expanded permanent residence pathways, changes to Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) eligibility, occupation requirements and work experience provisions. In addition, the webinar provides an overview of the subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa, together with the key features of subclasses 407 and 400, equipping practitioners with practical knowledge to advise employers and visa applicants on Australia's current employer-sponsored migration framework.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the structure and eligibility requirements of the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa, including the Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams.
2. Identify the operation of the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) and assess its impact on employer-sponsored migration pathways.
3. Apply the current nomination requirements, labour market testing, sponsorship obligations, annual market salary rate and income threshold requirements for employer-sponsored visas.
4. Advise on the changes to the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), including Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition pathways and the expanded permanent residence opportunities arising from the SID reforms.
5. Assess eligibility for regional employer-sponsored visas (subclass 494) and understand the key features of subclasses 407 and 400, including their appropriate use in practice.
About Rebecca Henzel Rebecca brings over 15 years of specialist experience in Immigration law, with a career spanning New Zealand, Singapore and Australia. Her cross-border expertise gives her a unique, practical understanding of the complexities clients face.
Australian immigration law is Rebecca’s true passion. She is driven by helping people and businesses navigate the system with confidence, and she’s guided thousands of clients toward achieving their goal of living and working in Australia.
Known for her ability to turn complex legislation into clear guidance, Rebecca delivers training that is engaging, practical and easy to apply. She has presented to audiences including global mobility teams, fellow immigration professionals and intending migrants.
Approachable, warm and highly interactive, Rebecca creates a space where participants feel comfortable asking questions —because she firmly believes that no question is ever too small when it comes to getting immigration right.
Rebecca brings over 15 years of specialist experience in Immigration law, with a career spanning New Zealand, Singapore and Australia. Her cross-border expertise gives her a unique, practical understanding of the complexities clients face.
Australian immigration law is Rebecca’s true passion. She is driven by helping people and businesses navigate the system with confidence, and she’s guided thousands of clients toward achieving their goal of living and working in Australia.
Known for her ability to turn complex legislation into clear guidance, Rebecca delivers training that is engaging, practical and easy to apply. She has presented to audiences including global mobility teams, fellow immigration professionals and intending migrants.
Approachable, warm and highly interactive, Rebecca creates a space where participants feel comfortable asking questions —because she firmly believes that no question is ever too small when it comes to getting immigration right. Further Information
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| M1A10034 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 15th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
15 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Immigration Law Specialist
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Ethics and professional responsibility are fundamental to competent and trusted practice as a Registered Migration Agent or Lawyer. They provide the framework for making professional decisions that are lawful, fair, transparent and in the best interests of clients while preserving confidence in the migration advice profession and broader legal system.
2. This webinar explores the ethical obligations and professional standards that govern practice, including the Migration Agents Code of Conduct, relevant legislative obligations, duties owed to clients, and broader professional responsibilities. Participants will examine practical issues including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, truthfulness in dealings with clients and government, competence, professional judgment, practice management, and emerging ethical challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence.
3. Through legislative examples, case studies and real-world scenarios, participants will develop a structured approach to ethical decision-making and learn how to identify and respond appropriately to professional risks and dilemmas encountered in migration practice.
4. This session reinforces that ethical practice is not simply compliance with rules. It is the exercise of professional judgment, integrity and accountability in every interaction with clients, regulators, colleagues and the community.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role of ethics and professional responsibility in migration practice and legal services.
2. Interpret and apply key obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and relevant legislative frameworks.
3. Identify actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest and implement appropriate management strategies.
4. Apply ethical decision-making methodologies to workplace and client scenarios.
5. Recognise duties relating to honesty, integrity, confidentiality, competence and professional independence.
6. Identify conduct that may amount to professional misconduct, unsatisfactory professional conduct or regulatory non-compliance.
7. Evaluate ethical risks associated with communication practices, client management and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
8. Respond appropriately to situations involving misleading information, client pressure, confidentiality concerns and competing obligations.
9. Understand the disciplinary and regulatory powers relevant to migration practice and the consequences of non-compliance.
10. Demonstrate professional behaviours that support public confidence in the migration advice profession.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| M2A10102 Webinar – 1:30PM to 2:30PM: AI Hallucinations, Fake case law and Professional Negligence (Code of Conduct) (Mandatory) - with Lawyer, Gerard Wheeler - 1 Category A CPD point – 15th Sept 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
15 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Gerard Wheeler, Solicitor and Cyber Security Expert
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. This mandatory Code of Conduct webinar examines the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in migration practice and the professional obligations that continue to apply when AI tools are used to assist in delivering immigration assistance. The session focuses on how emerging technologies intersect with existing obligations under the Migration Act 1958 and the Code of Conduct for Registered Migration Agents, particularly in circumstances involving inaccurate outputs, fabricated authorities, privacy concerns and professional accountability.
2. Participants will examine practical issues including AI hallucinations, fake case law, inaccurate legislative references, confidentiality risks and professional negligence exposure. The workshop considers how AI-generated content may create Code of Conduct risks where practitioners fail to verify legal references, submissions or advice before providing immigration assistance.
3. Using practical examples and case studies, attendees will develop frameworks for integrating AI into practice responsibly while maintaining professional standards, protecting client information and meeting Code obligations.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain how the Code of Conduct applies to the use of AI technologies in migration practice.
2. Interpret practitioner obligations under the Migration Act 1958 and Code of Conduct when providing immigration assistance using AI-assisted processes.
3. Identify professional conduct risks associated with AI hallucinations, including fabricated case law, incorrect legislative references and inaccurate submissions.
4. Assess practitioner responsibility and accountability for advice and documents produced using AI tools.
5. Apply confidentiality and privacy obligations when handling client information through AI platforms and digital tools.
6. Develop verification and quality assurance processes to review AI-assisted work product before submission to decision-makers.
7. Recognise circumstances where reliance on AI may create professional negligence, conduct or compliance concerns.
8. Implement practical AI governance strategies within migration practice that support professional competence and compliance with the Code of Conduct.
About Gerard Wheeler A qualified lawyer and mediator, Gerard is an accomplished senior leader with extensive migration, cybersecurity, privacy and Digital ID experience. While Gerard was at ASD/ACSC he developed a desire to proactively contribute to developing platforms that could legally obtain and store data and apply AI/ML to identify actors that breach Australian and International Law. Further Information
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| WK2935 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: Outcome of San Bao v Minister (20 March 2026): for structuring Genuine Need submissions - with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic- 2 Cat A CPD points – 16th September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
16 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. This practical workshop examines the implications of the Federal Court decision in San Bao v Minister (20 March 2026) and its practical application when preparing and structuring Genuine Need submissions in employer-sponsored migration matters.
2. The session focuses on how decision-makers assess whether a nominated position reflects a genuine operational requirement of the sponsoring business and how practitioners can build stronger evidentiary narratives to support nominations. Participants will examine the interaction between legislation, policy and case law principles affecting genuine need assessments and explore how business context, organisational structure, operational necessity and commercial credibility influence decision-making.
3. Using practical examples and case studies, attendees will develop strategies for drafting persuasive submissions, identifying risk factors early and preparing applications that align business evidence, occupation selection and operational realities to improve employer-sponsored outcomes. Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the significance of the San Bao v Minister decision and identify its practical implications for employer-sponsored migration matters.
2. Interpret the concept of Genuine Need and distinguish it from related concepts including genuine position, labour market testing and occupation suitability.
3. Assess how decision-makers evaluate business operations, organisational structure and commercial context when determining whether a nominated role is genuinely required.
4. Identify evidentiary strategies to support Genuine Need submissions, including business records, operational data and organisational evidence.
5. Recognise common refusal themes and risk indicators that weaken Genuine Need arguments.
6. Develop structured submission methodologies that clearly connect business circumstances, operational demand and nominated occupation requirements.
7. Apply practical drafting techniques to improve credibility, consistency and persuasiveness in employer-sponsored applications.
8. Evaluate case-based scenarios to identify weaknesses and redesign Genuine Need arguments before lodgement.
9. Prepare decision-maker-ready submissions that reflect current judicial guidance and reduce refusal risk. About Arnela Tolic
Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK2469 Webinar – 2:30PM to 4:30PM: Skills in Demand visa (SID) intensive – with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic – 2 Category A CPD points – 16th September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
16 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Arnela tolic, Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa (Subclass 482), which replaced the former Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa from 7 December 2024. It examines the legislative framework, the three visa streams, employer nomination requirements, salary thresholds, labour market testing, English language requirements, work experience, sponsorship obligations, and visa validity. The webinar also explores the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), transitional arrangements, changes to employer mobility, the reduction of the work experience requirement from two years to one year, and the pathway to permanent residence. Practical guidance is provided on assessing eligibility, ensuring compliance with nomination criteria, and understanding the obligations of sponsors and visa applicants under the amended Regulations.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the purpose and key features of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa and its three visa streams.
2. Distinguish between the Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams, including the eligibility requirements for each.
3. Apply the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) when assessing eligibility for employer-sponsored visa applications.
4. Identify the salary thresholds, Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) requirements and remuneration obligations applicable to SID nominations.
5. Understand employer nomination requirements, including genuine position requirements, sponsorship obligations and employment contract requirements.
6. Assess Labour Market Testing (LMT) requirements, exemptions and the impact of Australia's international trade obligations.
7. Explain the work experience, English language, skills assessment and licensing requirements for SID visa applicants.
8. Advise on changing employers or occupations, visa holder mobility provisions and associated sponsorship obligations.
9. Understand the operation of visa conditions, sponsorship compliance requirements and the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy.
10. Identify practical compliance issues affecting employers and migration practitioners when preparing and managing SID visa applications.
About Arnela Tolic Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK1942 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: Avoiding Visitor visa refusals from high-risk countries: Intensive masterclass incl Q&A - with Christopher Levingston - 2 Cat A CPD points - 17th September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
17 September 2026 | |
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This webinar provides a practical guide to preparing strong Visitor visa applications for applicants from high-risk countries. It explains how the Department of Home Affairs assesses the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement, identifies the most common reasons for visitor visa refusals, and outlines the evidence required to demonstrate genuine temporary entry intentions. The session examines visa subclasses and streams, previous visa compliance, financial capacity, health and character requirements, condition 8503 (No Further Stay), and the importance of consistent, accurate documentation. Through case studies and Tribunal decisions, the webinar demonstrates practical strategies for overcoming GTE concerns and reducing the likelihood of refusal for Subclass 600 Visitor visa applicants.
Learning Outcomes 1. By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
2. Identify the common reasons why Visitor visa applications from applicants in high-risk countries are refused.
3. Distinguish between Visitor visa subclasses and streams, including the Tourist, Sponsored Family and Business Visitor streams.
4. Assess whether an applicant is likely to satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.
5. Identify the documentation and evidence required to demonstrate genuine temporary entry intentions.
6. Evaluate an applicant's previous immigration history, visa compliance and personal circumstances when assessing visa prospects.
7. Recognise the impact of inconsistent, insufficient, false or misleading documentation on Visitor visa applications.
8. Advise clients regarding health, character and financial evidence requirements for Visitor visas.
9. Explain the operation and consequences of Condition 8503 (No Further Stay), including waiver provisions.
10. Apply practical strategies, supported by case studies and Tribunal decisions, to strengthen Visitor visa applications and minimise refusal risks.
11. Advise clients ethically where an application has poor prospects of success, consistent with professional obligations under the Code of Conduct.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| WK2722 Webinar – 2:30PM to 3:30PM: Condition 8503: From Roadblock to Resolution – with Immigration Lawyer, William Levingston - 1 Category A CPD point – 17th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
17 September 2026 | |
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Presented by William Levingston, Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This webinar provides a comprehensive examination of Condition 8503 (No Further Stay), including its legislative basis, policy objectives, and practical application. It explains when the condition is mandatory, discretionary or cannot be imposed, and examines the Department's use of Condition 8503 to maintain the integrity of Australia's temporary visa program. The webinar focuses on the waiver provisions under regulation 2.05(4), outlining the requirements for demonstrating compelling and compassionate circumstances that have developed since visa grant and are beyond the applicant's control. Through practical examples, waiver strategies and case law, participants learn how to prepare persuasive waiver submissions, identify appropriate supporting evidence, and advise clients on the prospects of a successful waiver request and the limited avenues for review.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the purpose, operation and legislative basis of Condition 8503 (No Further Stay).
2. Distinguish between circumstances where Condition 8503 is mandatory, discretionary or cannot be imposed.
3. Assess the practical effect of Condition 8503 on a visa holder's ability to lodge further substantive visa applications in Australia.
4. Identify the statutory requirements for waiving Condition 8503 under regulation 2.05(4), including the requirement for compelling and compassionate circumstances that developed after visa grant and were beyond the applicant's control.
5. Evaluate whether a client's circumstances are likely to satisfy the waiver criteria.
6. Prepare comprehensive and persuasive Condition 8503 waiver submissions supported by appropriate documentary evidence.
7. Identify the types of evidence required to support waiver requests, including medical, family, humanitarian and country information.
8. Recognise circumstances that will generally not justify a waiver and appropriately advise clients regarding their prospects.
9. Understand the review options available following a refusal to waive Condition 8503, including the distinction between judicial review and merits review.
10.Apply principles from relevant case law to strengthen waiver requests and identify potential jurisdictional errors in waiver decisions.
About William Levingston
William Levingston is a lawyer based in Sydney who practices Immigration, Administrative and Criminal Law. His specialities include developing strategic and tactical legal advice relating to complex Immigration law issues. William regularly appears in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal in Migration and Refugee matters and appears as an advocate in NSW and Federal Courts.
William’s main practice philosophy is developing strategies to achieve results in every Immigration matter. His strategic insights into complex issues and the exploration of new ideas and thought processes in his seminar series have allowed his colleagues to achieve success in their practice. Further Information
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| WK2350 Webinar – 12M to 2PM: 7 Common reasons for ENS refusals, including case studies - with Immigration Lawyer, Marsha Bassily - 2 Category A CPD points – 18th September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
18 September 2026 | |
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Summary
1. Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) applications remain one of the most commercially valuable and technically demanding employer sponsored migration pathways. Despite expanded permanent residence opportunities following recent legislative reform, nomination and visa refusals continue to arise from avoidable errors in strategy, evidence and application preparation.
2. This webinar provides a practical and detailed examination of the most common reasons for Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) refusals and how advisers can proactively identify and mitigate risk before lodgement.
3. Participants will explore refusal risks affecting both nomination and visa stages, including genuine position concerns, financial viability issues, incorrect occupation selection, annual market salary rate (AMSR) requirements, skills assessment failures, work experience deficiencies, adverse information and evidentiary weaknesses.
4. The session also examines recent changes to the Subclass 186 framework, including the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), Skills in Demand (SID) reforms, Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) changes and expanded pathways to permanent residence.
5. Through practical case studies, legislative analysis and real-world examples, participants will develop strategies to prepare decision-ready applications, strengthen nomination evidence and reduce refusal risk across both Direct Entry and TRT streams.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the structure and operation of the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186), including Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition and Labour Agreement streams.
2. Identify the most common reasons for Subclass 186 nomination and visa refusals.
3. Assess genuine position requirements and prepare evidence to support the commercial need for the nominated role.
4. Evaluate employer financial capacity and identify documentation required to support ongoing employment obligations.
5. Assess occupation selection risks and align nominated positions with legislative and ANZSCO requirements.
6. Apply salary requirements including Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) and Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) considerations.
7. Identify common deficiencies in skills assessments, work experience evidence and occupation matching.
8. Analyse recent reforms affecting Subclass 186 applications, including CSOL implementation, SID pathway changes and TRT flexibility provisions.
9. Develop strategies to prepare decision-ready nominations and visa applications supported by persuasive evidence and submissions.
10. Advise employers and applicants on compliance, refusal prevention and practical approaches to improving approval prospects in employer sponsored migration matters.
About Marsha Bassily
Marsha is the Founder and Principal Immigration Lawyer at MB Lawyers. Her main interest is corporate immigration: assisting corporates and their staff, with their Australian visa requirements, compliance, and strategy.
Marsha was admitted to practice in Law in 2005 (NSW), after completing a B Arts/Law (The University of Sydney). She is a Notary Public (2018 to present) (Legal Practitioners Admission Board) and a Barrister Solicitor to New Zealand High Court (2023 to present).
Marsha thoroughly support mentoring, and have had the privilege to a be a Senior Lawyer Mentor to young lawyers and migration professionals (NSW Law Society, DWL)
Marsha is a published author on the Immigration Review Journal (Lexis Nexis), and feature on CPD platforms such as Hearsay the Legal Podcast, Sidebar and the College of Law CPD. Further Information
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| WK1964 Webinar - 2:30PM to 3:30PM: NZ sc444 holders to Citizenship – with Senior RMA, Nathan Willis – 1 Category A CPD point – 18th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
18 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Nathan Willis, Senior RMA
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
This session provides an overview of the Subclass 444 Special Category Visa (SCV) for New Zealand citizens and its relevance to Australian citizenship. It examines the citizenship pathway available to eligible NZ citizens holding an SCV, including the applicable residence requirements, eligibility criteria, relevant Australian citizenship policy, and the documentation required to support an application.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
1.Understand the Subclass 444 Special Category Visa and its significance for New Zealand citizens living in Australia.
2. Understand the Australian citizenship eligibility criteria that apply to NZ citizens who hold or have held a Subclass 444 visa.
3. Develop a broad understanding of the Australian citizenship pathway for NZ Special Category Visa holders, including relevant residence requirements and policy considerations.
4.Identify the key documents and supporting evidence required for an Australian citizenship application.
5. Assess a client’s circumstances against the relevant citizenship requirements and residence provisions.
6. Identify potential issues that may affect eligibility and determine what further information or evidence may be required.
7. Apply a practical approach to preparing and presenting a citizenship application for an eligible NZ 444 visa holder. Further Information
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| WK2684 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: State Nominations (incl NSW) and the National Innovation visas - with Immigration lawyer, Marsha Bassily - 2 Cat A CPD points – 21st September 2026 | |
AUD 66.00 | |
AUD 79.20 | |
21 September 2026 | |
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1. The National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) has reshaped Australia’s approach to attracting exceptional global talent and represents a significant shift away from the former Global Talent visa framework. At the same time, State and Territory nomination pathways are increasingly becoming a strategic mechanism for positioning high-calibre candidates within Australia’s broader economic and innovation agenda.
2. This webinar provides a practical and detailed examination of the National Innovation Visa framework together with emerging State nomination programs, including New South Wales and other participating jurisdictions. Participants will explore the legislative requirements, Ministerial Direction priorities, invitation processes, Form 1000 nomination requirements, and evidentiary expectations for demonstrating internationally recognised achievement.
3. The session examines how advisers can assess candidate suitability across priority sectors including research, entrepreneurship, investment, sport and the creative industries, while also considering employability, prominence, contribution to Australia and long-term migration outcomes.
4. Participants will gain practical insight into preparing Expressions of Interest (EOIs), engaging with State nomination processes, developing evidence strategies and positioning high-performing clients for invitation under an increasingly selective and competitive permanent migration pathway.
Learning Outcomes 1. Explain the structure, purpose and policy objectives of the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) and its role within Australia’s migration framework.
2. Interpret the legislative and policy requirements governing invitation, nomination and visa eligibility under the National Innovation Visa program.
3. Apply Ministerial Direction priorities and identify how sector prioritisation influences assessment and processing outcomes.
4. Assess whether clients demonstrate internationally recognised exceptional and outstanding achievement across eligible fields.
5. Evaluate candidate suitability against requirements relating to prominence, employability, benefit to Australia and long-term contribution.
6. Distinguish between Commonwealth and State nomination pathways and identify strategic opportunities for clients seeking nomination support.
7. Prepare and advise on Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Form 1000 nominations and supporting evidence requirements.
8. Develop evidence strategies for researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, athletes and creative professionals seeking invitation.
9. Identify practical risks and common weaknesses in National Innovation Visa applications and nomination requests.
10. Apply strategic advisory techniques to position high-calibre clients for permanent residence through the National Innovation Visa framework
About Marsha Bassily
Marsha is the Founder and Principal Immigration Lawyer at MB Lawyers. Her main interest is corporate immigration: assisting corporates and their staff, with their Australian visa requirements, compliance, and strategy.
Marsha was admitted to practice in Law in 2005 (NSW), after completing a B Arts/Law (The University of Sydney). She is a Notary Public (2018 to present) (Legal Practitioners Admission Board) and a Barrister Solicitor to New Zealand High Court (2023 to present).
Marsha thoroughly support mentoring, and have had the privilege to a be a Senior Lawyer Mentor to young lawyers and migration professionals (NSW Law Society, DWL)
Marsha is a published author on the Immigration Review Journal (Lexis Nexis), and feature on CPD platforms such as Hearsay the Legal Podcast, Sidebar and the College of Law CPD. Further Information
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| M1A10034 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 22nd September 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
22 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Immigration Law Specialist
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Ethics and professional responsibility are fundamental to competent and trusted practice as a Registered Migration Agent or Lawyer. They provide the framework for making professional decisions that are lawful, fair, transparent and in the best interests of clients while preserving confidence in the migration advice profession and broader legal system.
2. This webinar explores the ethical obligations and professional standards that govern practice, including the Migration Agents Code of Conduct, relevant legislative obligations, duties owed to clients, and broader professional responsibilities. Participants will examine practical issues including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, truthfulness in dealings with clients and government, competence, professional judgment, practice management, and emerging ethical challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence.
3. Through legislative examples, case studies and real-world scenarios, participants will develop a structured approach to ethical decision-making and learn how to identify and respond appropriately to professional risks and dilemmas encountered in migration practice.
4. This session reinforces that ethical practice is not simply compliance with rules. It is the exercise of professional judgment, integrity and accountability in every interaction with clients, regulators, colleagues and the community.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role of ethics and professional responsibility in migration practice and legal services.
2. Interpret and apply key obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and relevant legislative frameworks.
3. Identify actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest and implement appropriate management strategies.
4. Apply ethical decision-making methodologies to workplace and client scenarios.
5. Recognise duties relating to honesty, integrity, confidentiality, competence and professional independence.
6. Identify conduct that may amount to professional misconduct, unsatisfactory professional conduct or regulatory non-compliance.
7. Evaluate ethical risks associated with communication practices, client management and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
8. Respond appropriately to situations involving misleading information, client pressure, confidentiality concerns and competing obligations.
9. Understand the disciplinary and regulatory powers relevant to migration practice and the consequences of non-compliance.
10. Demonstrate professional behaviours that support public confidence in the migration advice profession.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| M2A10017 Webinar – 1:30PM to 2:30PM: Understanding the Code of Conduct (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Category A CPD point – 22nd Sept 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
22 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary 1. Understanding and complying with the Code of Conduct is fundamental to effective migration practice and professional risk management. Complaints to OMARA frequently arise not because of legal complexity, but because of communication failures, unclear expectations, poor documentation, inadequate service agreements and breakdowns in the client relationship.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of a registered migration agent’s professional obligations under the Code of Conduct, with particular focus on complaints handling, client management, service agreements, confidentiality, record keeping and interactions with OMARA.
3. Participants will explore how client relationships are formed, the scope of obligations owed to clients (including prospective clients), complaint escalation pathways, OMARA investigation processes and practical strategies to reduce complaints and regulatory exposure.
4. The session examines real-world scenarios involving client dissatisfaction, fee disputes, communication breakdowns and professional conduct obligations to help RMAs strengthen practice systems and maintain compliant, client-focused services.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this session participants should be able to:
1. Identify when a client relationship arises under the Migration Act and recognise the obligations owed under the Code of Conduct.
2. Explain the core professional obligations of registered migration agents including compliance, confidentiality, communication and client care.
3. Apply Code of Conduct requirements relating to consumer guides, service agreements, fees, record keeping and disclosure obligations
4. Assess common causes of client dissatisfaction and complaints and implement practical complaint prevention strategies.
5. Develop approaches to managing difficult client interactions while maintaining professionalism and compliance.
6. Interpret obligations relating to complaint responses, mediation processes and engagement with OMARA.
7. Distinguish between informal complaint handling processes and formal OMARA investigations.
8. Evaluate service agreement drafting practices to reduce scope disputes and fee complaints.
9. Apply risk mitigation strategies including expectation management, documentation, supervision and effective communication.
10. Develop compliant systems and procedures to strengthen practice management and reduce regulatory exposure.
About Christopher Levingston Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| WK2963 Webinar - 12PM to 2PM: Partner visas incl Schedule 3, Family Violence, Reg. 1.20J, and Character issues (case studies) - with Christopher Levingston - 2 Cat A CPD points – 23rd September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
23 September 2026 | |
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Summary
This webinar provides a practical overview of partner visa applications, with particular emphasis on complex issues commonly encountered in practice. It examines eligibility requirements, Schedule 3 criteria for onshore applicants without substantive visas, family violence provisions, Regulation 1.20J de facto relationship requirements, and character issues affecting sponsors and applicants. Through practical case studies, participants will develop strategies for identifying issues, preparing evidence, and advising clients on challenging partner visa matters.
Lawyer Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the legislative framework governing partner visa applications, including key Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 requirements.
2. Assess when Schedule 3 applies, identify the relevant criteria, and advise clients on establishing compelling reasons for a waiver where appropriate.
3. Apply Regulation 1.20J to assess whether a de facto relationship satisfies the legislative requirements and identify appropriate supporting evidence.
4. Advise clients on the operation of the family violence provisions, including eligibility requirements, evidentiary pathways and practical considerations when preparing applications.
5. Identify and assess character issues affecting partner visa applications, including matters relating to both applicants and sponsors, and advise clients on the potential impact on visa outcomes.
6. Analyse complex partner visa scenarios through practical case studies and develop appropriate legal and strategic advice for clients.
7. Identify common pitfalls in partner visa applications and implement best practice approaches to preparing strong, decision-ready applications. About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis. Further Information
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| WK2747 Webinar – 1:30PM to 2:30PM: Sc482 SID - step-by-step BS+NOM+visa – with Immigration Lawyer, Ko Ko Aung - 1 Category A CPD point – 24th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
24 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Ko Ko Aung
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary 1. This practical workshop provides a step-by-step guide to preparing and lodging Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) applications, covering the full lifecycle of standard business sponsorship, nomination and visa application preparation. The session examines recent legislative reforms and policy updates affecting employer-sponsored migration and provides a structured framework for preparing compliant and decision-ready applications.
2. Participants will explore the operation of the Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams, including sponsorship requirements, nomination criteria, occupation selection, labour market testing, salary thresholds, Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR), genuine position requirements and visa-stage obligations. The workshop also examines practical issues including English language requirements, mandatory skills assessments, changing employers, sponsorship compliance and permanent residence transition pathways.
3. Using worked examples and practical case studies, attendees will develop strategies to prepare stronger applications, identify refusal risks and manage employer-sponsored matters from initial business assessment through to visa grant.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the structure and operation of the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) program and distinguish between the Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams.
2. Apply sponsorship requirements and prepare compliant Standard Business Sponsorship applications for employer clients.
3. Assess nomination requirements including genuine position, occupation selection, ANZSCO alignment and employment arrangements.
4. Interpret labour market testing requirements, exemptions and international trade obligation considerations affecting nomination preparation.
5. Evaluate salary obligations including AMSR and income threshold requirements and prepare supporting evidence.
6. Apply visa-stage requirements including skills, qualifications, English language, work experience and health insurance obligations.
7. Identify common refusal risks and increased Departmental scrutiny themes affecting sponsorship, nomination and visa applications.
8. Develop compliant application workflows and document strategies to manage end-to-end SID matters efficiently.
9. Assess strategic issues affecting employer transitions and permanent residence pathways, including interactions with Subclass 186 and related reforms.
10. Prepare decision-ready Subclass 482 applications supported by practical examples and legislative analysis.
About Ko Ko Aung
Ko Ko Aung is an award-winning immigration lawyer with extensive experience in migration law, encompassing skilled, family, humanitarian, and employer-sponsored visas. He is the recipient of the 2023 Law Council Lawyer of the Year Award, the 2023 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Award in the Migration category, and the 2024 Humanitarian Lawyer of the Year Award by STARTTS and the Refugee Council of Australia. As a Special Counsel at Albert Arthur Lawyers, Ko Ko leads pro bono initiatives, collaborating with not-for-profit organizations to support refugees and displaced individuals. His passion for advocacy, coupled with his practical expertise, has made him a sought-after speaker and trainer in Australian migration law. Further Information
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| WK2379 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: DAMAs, Labour Agreements and endorsement / agreement process step-by-step – with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic – 2 Cat A CPD points – 28th September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
28 September 2026 | |
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Summary 1. This intensive workshop provides a comprehensive and practical examination of Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs) across Australia and their interaction with employer-sponsored visa pathways. The session explores how DAMAs operate as labour agreement frameworks to address regional workforce shortages while creating flexible sponsorship opportunities for employers.
2. Participants will examine the structure and operation of the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID), Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (SESR) and Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) pathways under DAMA arrangements. The workshop covers endorsement processes, labour agreements, labour market testing, occupation eligibility, available concessions, permanent residence pathways, and evidentiary requirements.
3. Using practical examples and state-by-state analysis, participants will learn to navigate occupation lists, employer eligibility, English, age and salary concessions, labour agreement requirements, and strategic workforce planning considerations to prepare compliant and commercially effective employer-sponsored applications.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the structure, purpose and operation of the DAMA framework and distinguish DAMAs from company-specific and industry labour agreements.
2. Assess employer eligibility and endorsement requirements across designated regions, including business viability, workforce need, labour market testing and compliance obligations.
3. Apply the legislative and policy requirements for preparing DAMA endorsement requests, labour agreement applications, nominations and associated visa applications.
4. Evaluate occupation eligibility and identify the concessions available under different DAMAs, including age, English language, salary, work experience and permanent residence concessions.
5. Advise employers on the interaction between DAMAs and the Subclass 482 (SID), Subclass 494 (SESR) and Subclass 186 (ENS) visa pathways.
6. Compare the key features of DAMAs operating across Australian states and territories and recommend the most appropriate pathway based on an employer's workforce needs.
7. Develop practical strategies for preparing compliant, commercially realistic and decision-ready DAMA applications while ensuring ongoing compliance with sponsorship and labour agreement obligations.
8. Advise employers on long-term workforce planning and permanent residence pathways available through DAMA arrangements.
About Arnela Tolic
Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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| WK1016 Webinar - 2:30PM to 3:30PM: Visa options for s48 Bar applicants - with Accredited Specialist, Owen Harris - 1 Category A CPD point – 28th September 2026 | |
AUD 33.00 | |
AUD 39.60 | |
28 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Owen Harris, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary 1. Section 48 of the Migration Act 1958 is one of the most commonly misunderstood provisions in migration practice and can significantly restrict a client’s ability to lodge further visa applications while remaining in Australia. Understanding when the s48 bar applies, when it does not apply, and what alternative pathways remain available is critical to providing lawful and strategic migration advice.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of the operation of the s48 bar, including its legislative framework, common trigger events, cancellation and refusal scenarios, and the interaction between Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 requirements. Participants will explore practical strategies for assessing eligibility, preserving lawful status and identifying viable visa pathways for affected clients.
3. The session examines available onshore visa options for s48 barred applicants, recent legislative developments, review rights, bridging visa considerations and professional obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct when advising on applications with limited prospects of success.
4. Participants will strengthen their ability to diagnose complex refusal and cancellation scenarios, develop practical case strategies and provide compliant advice in high-risk matters involving restricted visa pathways.
Learning Outcomes By the end of this session participants should be able to:
1. Explain the operation and effect of section 48 of the Migration Act 1958 and identify circumstances that trigger the s48 bar.
2. Distinguish between substantive and non-substantive visas and assess how visa status affects future application options.
3. Determine when a visa refusal, cancellation or invalid application does or does not activate the s48 bar.
4. Assess the interaction between Schedule 1 validity requirements and Schedule 2 grant criteria when advising s48 affected clients.
5. Identify visa subclasses that remain available to s48 barred applicants and evaluate their suitability.
6. Develop structured approaches for advising clients following visa refusals and cancellations.
7. Assess review rights, bridging visa strategies and lawful status management following adverse decisions.
8. Apply practical case management techniques to establish timelines, identify aggravating and mitigating circumstances and preserve future visa pathways.
9. Recognise professional obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct when advising on low-prospect or potentially vexatious applications.
10. Develop strategic and compliant advice pathways for clients impacted by section 48 restrictions.
About Owen Harris
Owen is a former Registered Migration Agent (0851294) and has been providing immigration advice for 15 years. He served on the Ministerial panel advising Assistant Minister Jason Wood.
He is a regular contributor the various online forums, helping many people with his expertise and insights. Prior to becoming a lawyer Owen had 25 years’ experience in IT.
As a former Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Canberra, he taught most areas of law (except migration) to postgraduate law students for over a decade. Further Information
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| M1A10034 Webinar – 12PM to 1PM: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (Mandatory) - with Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer, Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 29th September 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
29 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Immigration Law Specialist
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. Ethics and professional responsibility are fundamental to competent and trusted practice as a Registered Migration Agent or Lawyer. They provide the framework for making professional decisions that are lawful, fair, transparent and in the best interests of clients while preserving confidence in the migration advice profession and broader legal system.
2. This webinar explores the ethical obligations and professional standards that govern practice, including the Migration Agents Code of Conduct, relevant legislative obligations, duties owed to clients, and broader professional responsibilities. Participants will examine practical issues including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, truthfulness in dealings with clients and government, competence, professional judgment, practice management, and emerging ethical challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence.
3. Through legislative examples, case studies and real-world scenarios, participants will develop a structured approach to ethical decision-making and learn how to identify and respond appropriately to professional risks and dilemmas encountered in migration practice.
4. This session reinforces that ethical practice is not simply compliance with rules. It is the exercise of professional judgment, integrity and accountability in every interaction with clients, regulators, colleagues and the community.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the role of ethics and professional responsibility in migration practice and legal services.
2. Interpret and apply key obligations under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and relevant legislative frameworks.
3. Identify actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest and implement appropriate management strategies.
4. Apply ethical decision-making methodologies to workplace and client scenarios.
5. Recognise duties relating to honesty, integrity, confidentiality, competence and professional independence.
6. Identify conduct that may amount to professional misconduct, unsatisfactory professional conduct or regulatory non-compliance.
7. Evaluate ethical risks associated with communication practices, client management and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
8. Respond appropriately to situations involving misleading information, client pressure, confidentiality concerns and competing obligations.
9. Understand the disciplinary and regulatory powers relevant to migration practice and the consequences of non-compliance.
10. Demonstrate professional behaviours that support public confidence in the migration advice profession.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis.
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| M2A10050 Webinar – 1:30PM to 2:30PM: The perfect RMA client service agreement - your sword and shield (Code of Conduct - Mandatory) - with Christopher Levingston - 1 Cat A CPD point – 29th Sept 2026 | |
AUD 22.00 | |
AUD 26.40 | |
29 September 2026 | |
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Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer
This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. A well-drafted Client Service Agreement is one of the most important compliance, risk management and business protection tools available to a Registered Migration Agent (RMA). More than a mandatory Code requirement, an effective Service Agreement establishes clear expectations, defines the scope of engagement, protects both parties, and supports professional and ethical practice.
2. This webinar provides a practical examination of how to design and implement a compliant and commercially effective Client Service Agreement under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and recent regulatory reforms. Participants will explore mandatory agreement requirements, common drafting mistakes, financial disclosure obligations, consumer protection requirements, termination provisions, and file management expectations. 3. The session also examines how Service Agreements operate as both a compliance mechanism and a legally enforceable contract, including practical strategies for managing disputes, controlling scope, protecting fees, managing expectations and demonstrating compliance during complaints, investigations and audits. 4. Through legislative analysis, practical examples and template development strategies, participants will learn how to create a Client Service Agreement that functions as both a professional safeguard and an effective business tool.
Learning Ouctomes By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the purpose and legal function of Client Service Agreements under the Migration Agents Code of Conduct.
2. Identify the mandatory elements required for a compliant Service Agreement and recognise common drafting deficiencies.
3. Distinguish between a Client Service Agreement, Form 956 and other engagement documents.
4. Apply Code requirements relating to consumer guides, scope of work, fees, disbursements and client communication obligations.
5. Draft financial provisions relating to fees, disbursements, refunds, payment terms and variations in accordance with the Code.
6. Assess when immigration assistance may commence and identify the requirements for a Service Agreement to be valid and in force.
7. Develop compliant termination, file management and record-keeping provisions.
8. Understand how Service Agreements support conflict management, expectation setting and complaint prevention.
9. Apply practical strategies to manage compliance risks, protect professional boundaries and strengthen client relationships.
10. Develop and maintain Client Service Agreement templates that support both Code compliance and commercially effective migration practice.
About Christopher Levingston
Christopher Levingston is a Solicitor who has now been in practice for over 35 years. He is an Accredited Specialist with the Law Society of NSW and has held that appointment for over 25 years.
He has been lecturing to both RMAs and Solicitors for about 30 years in the field of Immigration Law and has an outstanding record of effective communication and the transmission of complex ideas. He brings to the profession unprecedented knowledge and expertise to this complex and ever changing field of law. He is regularly interviewed by the media and notwithstanding a busy practice and lecturing commitments his motto of “Any Question, Any time” encourages fellow practitioners to approach him for advice and assistance on a regular basis.
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| WK2844 Webinar – 12PM to 2PM: Genuine Position descriptions for Subclass 482 and Subclass 186 – with Immigration Lawyer, Arnela Tolic - 2 Category A CPD points – 30th September 2026 | |
AUD 44.00 | |
AUD 52.80 | |
30 September 2026 | |
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This webinar will be hosted from Sydney at Sydney Eastern Standard Time. All instructions on how to join this webinar will be emailed to you the day of the webinar. Please email info@legaltrainingaustralia.com if you have any questions about this webinar. You need to remain in attendance for the duration of the activity if you would like to receive CPD points.
Summary
1. This practical workshop examines how to prepare and defend genuine position descriptions for Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) and Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) nominations in an environment of increasing Departmental scrutiny.
2. Participants will explore the legislative and policy framework governing genuineness of position requirements, including the relationship between occupation selection, ANZSCO alignment, business need, labour market testing and Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) obligations. The session focuses on how decision-makers assess whether a nominated role is commercially credible, operationally necessary and consistent with the size, structure and activities of the sponsoring business.
3. Using practical examples, refusal trends, case studies and drafting frameworks, attendees will learn how to prepare stronger position descriptions and genuine position statements that align business evidence, salary, organisational structure and operational need to improve nomination outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
1. Explain the legislative and policy requirements governing genuine position assessments for Subclass 482 and Subclass 186 nominations.
2. Distinguish between genuine position requirements, labour market testing obligations and Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) evidence requirements.
3. Assess whether a nominated occupation aligns with ANZSCO requirements, business operations and organisational structure.
4. Prepare evidence-based genuine position statements that justify why the role exists, why it is required now and why it cannot reasonably be absorbed by existing staff.
5. Identify common refusal themes and Departmental risk indicators, including inflated roles, inconsistent salary levels and weak business justification.
6. Evaluate business structure, turnover, staffing and financial capacity when assessing whether a nominated position is commercially credible.
7. Develop stronger position descriptions and supporting documentation that align duties, salary, reporting lines and operational need.
8. Apply practical drafting techniques and case-based analysis to strengthen nomination outcomes and reduce refusal risk.
9. Recognise professional and ethical obligations when advising on borderline or non-genuine sponsorship cases.
10. Prepare decision-maker-ready nomination submissions supported by consistent and persuasive evidence.
About Arnela Tolic
Arnela, is a dynamic and responsive Immigration Lawyer.
After relocating to Australia in 2001, her own migration journey inspired her to help other immigrants to make the move to Australia.
Arnela spent many weekends, mornings and late nights to perfect her migration skills and handles each client's matter, as she would her own.
"Her motto"- You are part of your clients Migration journey.
Her passion in immigration law continues outside of her work practice through mentoring offerings to her current RMA peers, to navigate through the complexities of immigration law.
Arnela has authored well over 60 new Immigration law CPD topics for Legal Training Australia for Continued Professional Development.
Her business acumen and attention to detail and provision of Strategic Immigration law advice is well regarded and sought after. Further Information
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