• Start Date: 9 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 9 July 2026 - 14:30:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Marsha Bassily

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 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.

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• Start Date: 9 July 2026 - 16:00:00
• End date: 9 July 2026 - 17:00:00

• Presented by Arnela Tolic, Immigration Lawyer
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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. LEGENDcom is one of the most important research and practice tools available to Registered Migration Agents and migration lawyers. Effective use of LEGENDcom supports accurate legal analysis, improves efficiency and assists practitioners to remain current in a rapidly changing legislative and policy environment.

2. This webinar provides a practical and structured introduction to navigating and using LEGENDcom to research migration legislation, regulations, policy, legislative instruments and related legal resources. Participants will explore how to locate and interpret Migration Act provisions, Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 requirements, Schedule 3, Public Interest Criteria, visa conditions, PAM3 policy and supporting operational guidance.

3. The session also examines practical search techniques including basic and advanced searches, use of filters and links, interpretation of policy materials and methods for locating historical and current legal content efficiently.

4. Through guided demonstrations and practical examples, participants will develop research workflows designed to improve the accuracy, speed and quality of migration advice and legal analysis.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the structure, purpose and practical function of LEGENDcom within migration practice.

2. Navigate LEGENDcom to locate legislation, Migration Regulations, legislative instruments and policy documents.

3. Efficiently locate and interpret Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 visa requirements for different visa subclasses.

4. Access and apply PAM3 policy instructions to support assessment of migration matters.

5. Identify and locate Schedule 3, Schedule 4, Schedule 5 and Schedule 8 provisions and associated policy guidance.

6. Apply effective basic and advanced search techniques to improve research efficiency and accuracy.

7. Distinguish between current and historical legislative and policy material within LEGENDcom.

8. Use hyperlinks, popup links and related document pathways to identify connected legislative and policy sources.

9. Develop structured legal research approaches to support compliant and evidence-based migration advice.

10. Improve professional efficiency by integrating LEGENDcom research techniques into day-to-day migration practice.

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 10 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 10 July 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Hormuz Surti

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. Strategic partnerships can create meaningful commercial opportunities for migration practices by expanding service offerings, improving client outcomes and generating new revenue streams without increasing advisory workload.

2. This webinar explores how Registered Migration Agents can leverage strategic partnerships to strengthen their practice, enhance client value and build sustainable business growth. Participants will examine partnership opportunities across complementary services including insurance, payments, language testing, business support, translation services, administration and client onboarding solutions.

3. The session provides a practical overview of evaluating partnership opportunities, implementing referral models, managing client expectations and identifying ethical and compliance considerations when introducing third-party services into a migration practice.

4. Participants will develop practical approaches to selecting suitable commercial partnerships, improving operational efficiency and creating additional value for both clients and their business while maintaining professional standards and client trust.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session participants should be able to:

1. Identify the commercial and operational benefits of strategic partnerships within a migration practice.

2. Evaluate partnership opportunities that align with client needs and business objectives.

3. Assess referral and commission-based models while maintaining professional and ethical obligations.

4. Identify opportunities to improve client experience through complementary third-party services.

5. Develop strategies to diversify revenue streams without increasing advisory workload.

6. Assess operational tools and service providers that improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden.

7. Recognise risk considerations when introducing external providers into client service delivery.

8. Develop structured approaches to implementing and communicating partnership arrangements.

9. Understand the importance of transparency, expectation management and client trust in partnership

About Hormuz Surti

Meet Hormuz Surti, a professional with over two decades of experience igniting sales success across diverse industries. With a solid foundation in Sales Management, Hormuz has left an indelible mark in FMCG, Roadside Assistance Services, and the International Education sector.

Hormuz is driven by a passion for knowledge sharing and team empowerment, constantly pushing boundaries to exceed targets and achieve strategic objectives. His track record speaks volumes, boasting achievements like a staggering 164% growth at Allianz Partners Australia and consistently surpassing revenue targets at renowned organizations such as The NRMA, British American Tobacco, Valcorp Fine Foods, and Coca Cola Amatil.

A graduate of the prestigious Billy Blue School of Graphic Design, Hormuz seamlessly integrates creative flair with strategic acumen, delivering innovative solutions to complex business challenges. His commitment to lifelong learning keeps him at the forefront of industry trends, ensuring he stays ahead of the curve.

Beyond the boardroom, you'll find Hormuz pounding the pavement, training for his next endurance challenge.

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• Start Date: 13 July 2026 - 14:00:00
• End date: 13 July 2026 - 16:00:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Edwina King

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• Start Date: 14 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 14 July 2026 - 13:00:00

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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• Start Date: 14 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 14 July 2026 - 14:30:00

Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer

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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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 15 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 15 July 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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 webinar provides a comprehensive and highly practical overview of Australia’s bridging visa framework, covering the legislative foundations, application mechanics, visa conditions, commencement and cessation events, and strategic uses of bridging visas in practice. Participants are taken through each bridging visa subclass (A, B, C, D, E, F and R), including eligibility requirements, conditions, associated bridging visas, time of application and decision requirements, and the interaction between substantive visas, judicial review, ART review and Ministerial intervention processes.

2. The session also explores recent legislative developments, including the 7 December 2024 changes affecting bridging visas and WMD-related determinations, and newer community safety order provisions affecting Bridging Removal Pending visas. Practical scenarios are examined throughout, including automatic bridging visa grants, reactivation rules, work rights requests, the “BVB Switcheroo” strategy, invalid applications, offshore/onshore interactions, and risk management considerations for maintaining lawful status.

3. Designed for migration practitioners, this webinar equips attendees to navigate complex bridging visa issues with greater confidence while avoiding common procedural and strategic errors.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the legislative framework governing bridging visas under the Migration Act and Migration Regulations.

2. Distinguish between Bridging Visa subclasses A, B, C, D, E, F and R, including their purpose and practical application.

3. Identify eligibility requirements, application criteria and lodgement pathways for each bridging visa class.

4. Determine when a bridging visa comes into effect, ceases to operate or may become reactivated.

5. Apply the “most beneficial bridging visa” rules under Regulation 2.21 when multiple bridging visas exist.

6. Understand associated bridging visa provisions and automatic grant mechanisms under Regulation 2.21B.

7. Assess work rights, study rights and other visa conditions commonly attached to bridging visas.

8. Advise clients strategically during substantive visa applications, refusals, ART review, judicial review and Ministerial intervention processes.

9. Evaluate travel and status management strategies involving Bridging Visa B, including practical application of the BVB Switcheroo approach.

10. Recognise and apply recent legislative developments affecting bridging visas, including WMD-related changes and community safety order provisions.

Identify compliance risks and implement practical strategies to maintain lawful status and avoid unintended visa consequences.

About Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 15 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 15 July 2026 - 14:30:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Rebecca Henzel

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 update on the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) reforms commencing 25 March 2026 and the broader legislative and policy changes affecting Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID), Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS), Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional and related employer-sponsored pathways.

2. Participants will examine the move from the previous hierarchy-based AMSR evidence model to a more flexible framework, including the expanded use of employment documents and external market information to establish market salary rates. The session also explores the practical impact of these reforms on sponsorship, nomination and visa preparation.

3. The workshop further examines recent changes affecting SID visa streams, salary thresholds, labour market testing, English language requirements, occupation lists and caveats, international trade obligation exemptions and emerging issues affecting Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) eligibility and work experience calculations.

4. Using practical examples and case studies, attendees will develop practical strategies to prepare compliant nominations, manage evidentiary risk and advise employers and visa applicants in a changing employer-sponsored migration environment.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the operation of the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) framework and distinguish between pre-25 March 2026 and post-25 March 2026 evidentiary requirements.

2. Apply updated AMSR evidence rules to determine appropriate salary evidence for employer-sponsored nominations.

3. Assess salary obligations across Subclass 482, 186 and 494 pathways, including income thresholds and market salary considerations.

4. Interpret the structure and requirements of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa program, including Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams.

5. Apply labour market testing requirements and identify available international trade obligation exemptions affecting nomination preparation.

6. Interpret updated English language requirements and test validity provisions applicable to Subclass 482 visa applications.

7. Assess recent changes affecting Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) pathways, including emerging issues relating to qualifying work experience.

8. Identify sponsorship compliance risks and cancellation considerations affecting employers and sponsored workers.

9. Develop practical strategies for preparing stronger employer-sponsored applications supported by compliant evidence and legislative analysis.

10. Apply case study analysis to solve common employer-sponsored migration scenarios involving salary, nomination and permanent residence planning.

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.

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• Start Date: 17 July 2026 - 11:00:00
• End date: 17 July 2026 - 12:00:00

Presented by Hormuz Surti

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. Strategic partnerships can create meaningful commercial opportunities for migration practices by expanding service offerings, improving client outcomes and generating new revenue streams without increasing advisory workload.

2. This webinar explores how Registered Migration Agents can leverage strategic partnerships to strengthen their practice, enhance client value and build sustainable business growth. Participants will examine partnership opportunities across complementary services including insurance, payments, language testing, business support, translation services, administration and client onboarding solutions.

3. The session provides a practical overview of evaluating partnership opportunities, implementing referral models, managing client expectations and identifying ethical and compliance considerations when introducing third-party services into a migration practice.

4. Participants will develop practical approaches to selecting suitable commercial partnerships, improving operational efficiency and creating additional value for both clients and their business while maintaining professional standards and client trust.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session participants should be able to:

1. Identify the commercial and operational benefits of strategic partnerships within a migration practice.

2. Evaluate partnership opportunities that align with client needs and business objectives.

3. Assess referral and commission-based models while maintaining professional and ethical obligations.

4. Identify opportunities to improve client experience through complementary third-party services.

5. Develop strategies to diversify revenue streams without increasing advisory workload.

6. Assess operational tools and service providers that improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden.

7. Recognise risk considerations when introducing external providers into client service delivery.

8. Develop structured approaches to implementing and communicating partnership arrangements.

9. Understand the importance of transparency, expectation management and client trust in partnership

About Hormuz Surti

Meet Hormuz Surti, a professional with over two decades of experience igniting sales success across diverse industries. With a solid foundation in Sales Management, Hormuz has left an indelible mark in FMCG, Roadside Assistance Services, and the International Education sector.

Hormuz is driven by a passion for knowledge sharing and team empowerment, constantly pushing boundaries to exceed targets and achieve strategic objectives. His track record speaks volumes, boasting achievements like a staggering 164% growth at Allianz Partners Australia and consistently surpassing revenue targets at renowned organizations such as The NRMA, British American Tobacco, Valcorp Fine Foods, and Coca Cola Amatil.

A graduate of the prestigious Billy Blue School of Graphic Design, Hormuz seamlessly integrates creative flair with strategic acumen, delivering innovative solutions to complex business challenges. His commitment to lifelong learning keeps him at the forefront of industry trends, ensuring he stays ahead of the curve.

Beyond the boardroom, you'll find Hormuz pounding the pavement, training for his next endurance challenge.

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• Start Date: 20 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 20 July 2026 - 14:00:00

• 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 examines the interaction between Resident Return Visa (Subclass 155 and 157) applications and character-related concerns, with a particular focus on managing applications involving criminal convictions, adverse conduct history and discretionary decision-making.

2. Participants will explore how character issues may arise in the Resident Return Visa context, including the operation of section 501 of the Migration Act 1958, character assessment principles, discretionary considerations and evidentiary strategies for applicants seeking to maintain or restore permanent resident status.

3. The session will examine practical issues including disclosure obligations, overseas and Australian criminal history, sentencing outcomes, rehabilitation evidence, ties to Australia and how decision-makers assess risk, community expectations and future conduct. Through practical examples and case studies, attendees will develop strategies for preparing stronger applications and managing character concerns in complex RRV matters.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the legislative framework governing Resident Return Visas (Subclass 155 and 157) and identify circumstances in which character concerns may arise.

2. Interpret the operation of character provisions under the Migration Act 1958, including the practical impact of section 501 considerations.

3. Assess criminal conviction history and identify factors relevant to character risk assessment in RRV applications.

4. Apply disclosure obligations and evidentiary requirements relating to criminal records, sentencing outcomes and supporting documentation.

5. Evaluate discretionary factors that may influence decision-making, including rehabilitation, time elapsed, conduct history and ties to Australia.

6. Develop practical strategies for preparing submissions addressing character concerns and reducing refusal risk.

7. Recognise common mistakes and evidentiary weaknesses in RRV applications involving adverse conduct history.

8. Apply case-based analysis to advise clients on risk management, application timing and long-term migration outcomes.

9. Develop decision-ready RRV application frameworks that balance character risk, procedural fairness and evidence preparation.

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.

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• Start Date: 20 July 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 20 July 2026 - 16:30:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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 Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 21 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 21 July 2026 - 13:00:00

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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• Start Date: 21 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 21 July 2026 - 14:30:00

Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer

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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• Start Date: 22 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 22 July 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by William Levingston, Immigration Lawyer

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.

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• Start Date: 27 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 27 July 2026 - 13:00:00

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 27 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 27 July 2026 - 14:30:00

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. Student (subclass 500) visa applications continue to attract significant scrutiny, particularly in relation to the Genuine Student criterion, financial capacity, English language requirements and evolving Ministerial Directions impacting decision-making. Preparing a strong application requires more than satisfying minimum legislative requirements.  It requires careful evidence gathering, strategic presentation and proactive risk management.

2. This webinar provides a practical and detailed examination of how to prepare and lodge high-quality Student (subclass 500) visa applications with a focus on achieving decision-ready outcomes and reducing refusal risk.

3. Participants will explore visa eligibility requirements, Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), English language requirements, financial capacity calculations, Overseas Student Health Cover obligations and public interest criteria. The session also examines the Genuine Student (GS) framework, Ministerial Direction 106, Ministerial Direction 111, streamlined processing under the Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF), evidentiary expectations and practical approaches to preparing persuasive applications.

4. Through case studies, legal analysis and practical examples, participants will develop strategies for identifying risk factors, preparing supporting documentation and advising clients on compliance throughout the student visa process.

Learning Ouctomes

By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:

1. Assess eligibility requirements for the Student (subclass 500) visa across different education sectors.

2. Identify mandatory evidentiary requirements including Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), English language evidence, health insurance and public interest criteria.

3. Apply the Genuine Student (GS) criterion and analyse applications in accordance with Ministerial Direction 106.

4. Assess applicant circumstances including education history, immigration history, financial position and future study intentions.

5. Prepare evidence of financial capacity including tuition costs, living expenses, travel expenses and genuine access to funds.

6. Determine English language requirements and identify available exemptions under the current legislative framework.

7. Apply the Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) and assess evidentiary obligations based on provider and country risk settings.

8. Identify common refusal risks and prepare strategies to strengthen decision-ready applications.

9. Advise clients regarding student visa conditions, study obligations and course progression requirements.

10. Develop practical approaches to preparing compliant, commercially realistic and persuasive Student (subclass 500) visa applications.

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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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 28 July 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 28 July 2026 - 13:00:00

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. 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 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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 28 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 28 July 2026 - 14:30:00

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 29 July 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 29 July 2026 - 16:30:00

• Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, 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

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 Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Start Date: 30 July 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 30 July 2026 - 15:30:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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. Australia’s aged care workforce shortage has created significant opportunities within employer sponsored migration, particularly through the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement (ACILA). However, successful use of this pathway requires more than understanding occupation titles — advisers must navigate labour agreement requirements, skills assessment frameworks, English language concessions and employer sponsorship obligations.

2. This webinar provides a practical and detailed examination of migration pathways available to Nursing Support Workers (ANZSCO 423312), Personal Care Assistants (ANZSCO 423313) and Aged or Disabled Carers (ANZSCO 423111) under the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement framework.

3. Participants will explore employer eligibility requirements, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), labour market testing obligations, nomination pathways, skills assessment requirements through ANMAC and ACWA, English language concessions, salary settings and pathways to permanent residence.

4. The session also examines emerging industry trends, workforce data and practical challenges affecting uptake of the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement, including offshore recruitment limitations, provider participation barriers and strategic workforce planning considerations.

5. Through practical scenarios, case studies and legislative analysis, participants will develop the skills necessary to assess eligibility, identify risks and prepare compliant and decision-ready applications for aged care workers and sponsoring employers.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the purpose, structure and operation of the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement (ACILA).

2. Distinguish between migration pathways available to Nursing Support Workers, Personal Care Assistants and Aged or Disabled Carers.

3. Assess employer eligibility requirements including Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), labour market testing obligations and sponsorship conditions.

4. Identify occupation-specific skills assessment requirements and distinguish between ANMAC and ACWA assessment pathways.

5. Evaluate qualification, work experience and currency requirements relevant to aged care occupations.

6. Apply English language requirements and identify available concessions under the Labour Agreement framework.

7. Assess eligibility for Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) and Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) pathways under aged care concessions.

8. Identify common evidentiary deficiencies and practical risks affecting labour agreement requests, nominations and visa applications

9. Analyse emerging workforce trends and evaluate the practical effectiveness of the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement framework.

10. Develop practical strategies to prepare compliant, commercially realistic and decision-ready aged care migration applications for employers and workers.

About Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 31 July 2026 - 11:00:00
• End date: 31 July 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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. 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 Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 3 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 3 August 2026 - 14:00:00

• Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, 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

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 Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Start Date: 4 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 4 August 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer

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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• Start Date: 4 August 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 4 August 2026 - 14:30:00

Presented by William Levingston, Immigration Lawyer

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.

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• Start Date: 5 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 5 August 2026 - 14:00:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Edwina King

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.

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• Start Date: 5 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 5 August 2026 - 15:30:00

Presented by Ko Ko Aung, 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.

Learning Outcomes:

Understanding current case law surrounding health waivers in relevant visa subclasses;

Develop necessary skills to address PIC 4005 and 4007

Become familiar with key issues currently surrounding health waivers;

Develop skills to understand strategy in addressing criteria in support of your clients individual circumstances

Broaden their understanding of PIC 4005 and PIC 4007

Outline:

Introduction to aspects of PIC 4005 and PIC 4007

How to develop submissions to address the criteria for a health waiver

Understanding your clients particular case and utilising research to prepare your case

Developing strategy to assist your client in a health waiver

Relevant case law

About Ko Ko Aung

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• Start Date: 6 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 6 August 2026 - 14:00:00

Presented by William Levingston, Immigration Lawyer

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• Start Date: 6 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 6 August 2026 - 15:30:00

Presented by Gerard Wheeler, Solicitor and Cyber Security Expert

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.

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• Start Date: 7 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 7 August 2026 - 14:00:00

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 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 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.

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• Start Date: 11 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 11 August 2026 - 14:00:00

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.

Webinar outline:

• Introduction to visa subclasses under the Skills in Demand category.
• Key features and targeted occupations.
• Learn strategies to address common challenges and improve client outcomes.
• Be better equipped to guide clients through the skilled migration process.

Webinar Outcomes:

By the end of this session, attendees will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Skills in Demand visa subclasses.
• Be updated on recent changes to the skills lists and their practical implications.
• Be better equipped to guide clients through the skilled migration process.

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.

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• Start Date: 11 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 11 August 2026 - 13:30:00

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.

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• Start Date: 12 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 12 August 2026 - 13:00:00

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• Start Date: 13 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 13 August 2026 - 13:00:00

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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• Start Date: 17 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 17 August 2026 - 14:00:00

• Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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.

Webinar outline:

- Most common reasons for Visitor visa refusals for applicants from high risk countries

- Assessing if your client from a high risk country will meet the GTE

- evidence that is vitally important to include with a Tourist visa application

- Which lack of information could potentially cause a refusal?

Learning outcome:

-              Agents will have a clear understanding of which documentation needs to be presented to meet the GTE and avoid a refusal

-              Which countries are considered to be high risk and how to avoid a refusal

-              Agents will acquire knowledge through a case study they can refer to later in submissions

About Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 17 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 17 August 2026 - 15:30:00

Presented by Christopher Levingston, Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer

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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• Start Date: 18 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 18 August 2026 - 14:00:00

• Presented by Marsha Bassily, 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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• Start Date: 18 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 18 August 2026 - 16:30:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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.

Webinar Outline

The Australian government has updated the Subclass 500 Student Visa regulations, removing the requirement for international students to demonstrate a temporary stay intention. This change, effective from March 23, 2024, simplifies the visa process for students aiming to study in Australia, supporting their educational and potential residency aspirations.

Will your client meet the criteria?

Understanding the principles of the Genuine Student Test

Advising your clients of the overall procedure and criteria

About Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 19 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 19 August 2026 - 14:00:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Edwina King

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 20 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 20 August 2026 - 14:00:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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 Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 20 August 2026 - 14:30:00
• End date: 20 August 2026 - 15:30:00

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. 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 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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 24 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 24 August 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Karolina Caroline Curcic, Senior Registered Migration Agent

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.

The webinar will cover the following are:

- Assuring your client is eligible in a waiver of their criteria

- Assessing if you client can present circumstances beyond their control

-  Assessing if your client can present compelling and compassionate circumstances leading to the grant of the 8503 waiver

- Scenarios will be presented for the attendees to analyse

About Karolina Caroline Curcic

Welcome, I’m Karolina and I present my webinars in an informative, interactive yet interesting way.  I have been told that I’m a very good trainer but I will leave that up to you the participant to decide.

I have been a Registered Migration Agent since 2011. My love of migration was inspired by my father whom I used to assist whilst my daughter was younger, and it was his passion in helping people, this joy at his clients receiving their visas, and the respectable way he spoke to each and every client that inspired me to be that same Agent, one that performs her job with the client’s best interest in mind, with the same enthusiasm and respect my father taught me. He is now retired but still loves to hear my migration stories:)

Through the years I have never advertised, all of my clients have approached me through recommendations and it’s fair to say that I have lodged a large volume of visa applications.

Aside from migration, I am now presenting webinars and this has been a new outlet of creativity for me and I have found a new passion.  Not many people are lucky enough to have found the very thing that inspires and drives them but I can say that LTA has given me that opportunity and I am proud to say I am a LTA Presenter.

I hope to see you soon and I hope you enjoy the interactive nature of my webinars.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 24 August 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 24 August 2026 - 14:30:00

• Presented by Marsha Bassily, 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.

Learning outcome

Improved communication skills

Compliance with the ART practice and procedure

Compliance with Agents Code of Conduct

Better outcomes for clients and the profession

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 25 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 25 August 2026 - 14:00:00

• 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.

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 26 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 26 August 2026 - 13:00:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Ko Ko Aung

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 26 August 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 26 August 2026 - 14:30:00

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 27 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 27 August 2026 - 15:00:00

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.

About this webinar:

A Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) is a flexible way for states, territories and/or regions to deal with their individual economic and labour conditions through a labour agreement-based framework.

Under a DAMA, employers in designated areas who have skills and labour shortages can sponsor skilled and semi-skilled overseas workers.

This session is an intensive workshop which will explain how DAMAs work, the stages involved, and what can be achieved using them.

Whilst perhaps overly complicated, DAMAs can be a useful tool to assist regional employers in gaining access to the human resources they need to help ensure their ongoing viability.

Agents should come away from this session more confident in explaining DAMAs as a viable option to their clients.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 31 August 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 31 August 2026 - 13:00:00

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.

In this interactive webinar workshop you will learn about :

1. The role of the Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian regulatory framework

2. Outline of national employment standards (NES) and detailed examination of s140ha- Sponsor obligations of Migration Act 1958

3. Sponsor sanctions

4. Case studies

5. FAQ

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.

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 2 September 2026 - 13:30:00
• End date: 2 September 2026 - 15:30:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Edwina King

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)

• Start Date: 16 September 2026 - 12:00:00
• End date: 16 September 2026 - 14:00:00

Presented by Immigration Lawyer, Edwina King

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• Event times and dates are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sydney)