A migration law firm
We know
what migration means to you.
Hammond Taylor helps people and organisations navigate the immigration journey through expert legal knowledge and committed service. Through our specialist lines – visa services, strategic advice, training, and business compliance – we’re dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals.
We assist both organisations and individuals
Corporate Immigration Services
Our staff specialise in all aspects of Australian migration for employers including employer sponsored temporary and permanent visas, business sponsorship, labour agreements, audit and immigration compliance.
Australian Visa Services
We can assist with all visas for individuals including independent or sponsored skilled migration, student visas, partner, parent and other family visas, appeals and visa cancellations.
We're passionate about the company we keep
Key sectors we work with
Accounting, Finance & Insurance Industry
When Hammond Taylor was approached by an Australian multinational looking to source the best and brightest insurance staff globally we were very pleased to assist them to secure staff through the Temporary Work Subclass 457 program.
Agriculture & Horticulture
In the agriculture sector, seasonal work demands mean that businesses are required to engage large numbers of temporary staff on short-term bases. These peak periods can lead to numerous stresses on business, demonstrating gaps in internal processes and training.
Engineering & Resources
The 482 visa program enables employers in the engineering and resource sector to source critical skills that cannot readily be found in the local labour market.
Health & Aged Care
The Health sector in Australia has faced significant staffing problems for many years due to labour shortages, the challenges of workforce management...
Information Technology
The IT industry is globally competitive. An IT business in North Sydney or Fitzroy is today competing with other businesses in Shanghai, Silicon Valley, or Copenhagen.
Not For Profits & NGOs
Hammond Taylor was approached by a not-for-profit organisation to conduct a workplace investigation into allegations of a serious act of misconduct related to a breach of the organisations Code of Conduct.
Start-Ups
The Australian immigration system does not provide a clear or simple pathway for IT start-ups. Start-ups are required to use the standard Temporary Work Subclass 482 visa program.
State & Local Government
Hammond Taylor was approached by a council to assist with the Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 Permanent Residence visa application for a senior staff member.
The latest news & insights in Australian immigration
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Victoria has added the 3 new occupations of Cook, Chef & Early Childhood Teacher its subclass 190/ 491 visa state sponsorship lists. The addition of
Priority Vaccination Centre for International Students and Refugees
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