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Appeals & Reviews
An unfavourable visa decision isn’t the end. Morcos Law Group provides expert representation for tribunal reviews, court appeals, and administrative challenges handled with strategic precision.
Who Is This For?
Our appeals and reviews service supports individuals and families who have received an adverse visa decision and need qualified legal representation to challenge it through the appropriate forum.
Key Benefits / Value Points
- Experienced immigration lawyers with tribunal and court advocacy skills.
- Thorough analysis of decision-making errors and grounds for review.
- Strategic preparation of submissions and supporting evidence.
- Representation across AAT, Federal Circuit Court, and Federal Court.
- Ministerial intervention requests for exceptional circumstances.
What’s Included In Appeals & Reviews Service
Tribunal Representation
We represent clients before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) in merits reviews of visa refusals and cancellations, preparing comprehensive submissions and presenting cases at hearing.
Federal Court
We bring judicial review applications in the Federal Circuit and Family Court and the Federal Court of Australia, challenging jurisdictional errors and procedural failures in decision-making.
Ministerial Intervention Matters
When all other avenues are exhausted, we prepare ministerial intervention requests under sections 351 and 417 of the Migration Act -presenting compelling cases for the Minister’s personal consideration.
Administrative Reviews
We advise on and manage administrative review processes across migration, refugee, and character-related decisions -ensuring every available argument and ground of review is properly advanced.
Tribunal Representation
We represent clients before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) in merits reviews of visa refusals and cancellations, preparing comprehensive submissions and presenting cases at hearing.
Federal Court
We bring judicial review applications in the Federal Circuit and Family Court and the Federal Court of Australia, challenging jurisdictional errors and procedural failures in decision-making.
Ministerial Intervention Matters
When all other avenues are exhausted, we prepare ministerial intervention requests under sections 351 and 417 of the Migration Act -presenting compelling cases for the Minister’s personal consideration.
Administrative Reviews
We advise on and manage administrative review processes across migration, refugee, and character-related decisions -ensuring every available argument and ground of review is properly advanced.
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What can I do if my visa application is refused?
Depending on the refusal type and your visa status, you may be able to apply for merits review at the AAT, seek judicial review in the Federal Court, request ministerial intervention, or lodge a fresh application.
How long do I have to lodge a review application?
Timeframes vary. In many cases, you have 21 days if you are in Australia, or 28 days if overseas. Some decisions have shorter timeframes. It is critical to seek legal advice immediately after receiving a refusal.
What is the difference between merits review and judicial review?
A Merits review at the AAT re-examines the decision on its facts and can substitute its own decision. Judicial review examines whether the original decision-maker made a legal error -the court cannot re-decide on the merits but can send it back for reconsideration.
What is ministerial intervention?
Ministerial intervention is a discretionary power allowing the Minister for Immigration to intervene in a case where it is in the public interest. It is a last resort used in exceptional circumstances.
Can you represent me at the AAT?
Yes. As qualified lawyers, we have full rights of appearance before the AAT. We prepare comprehensive submissions, manage evidence, and present your case at hearings.