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Migration Agent vs Immigration Lawyer: What You Must Know Before Applying for an Australian Visa
Making Australian Migration Easy
<p>Are you a nurse or skilled professional planning your move to Australia?</p><p>Choosing the right migration advisor could make all the difference to your success.</p><p>In this episode of <em>Making Australian Migration Easy</em>, <strong>Rhea Fawole</strong> — <strong>Host of the show and CEO & Principal Lawyer of SOLVi Migration</strong> — explains the key differences between migration agents and immigration lawyers, and why this distinction is critical for protecting your future.</p><p>Understanding these differences can help you avoid costly mistakes, delays in AHPRA registration, visa rejections, and unnecessary legal risks.</p><p>This episode is essential listening for any nurse or skilled professional seeking real legal protection and complete support throughout their migration journey.</p><h2>In This Episode:</h2><p>✅ The differences in qualifications, training, and supervision between migration agents and lawyers</p><p>✅ Why lawyers can provide broader legal advice across areas like employment, healthcare, family, and corporate law</p><p>✅ How attorney-client privilege protects your sensitive information during your migration process</p><p>✅ How to verify the credentials of migration professionals to avoid being misled</p><p>✅ The risks of relying on recruiters, friends, or unqualified advisors for migration guidance</p><h2>Key Takeaways:</h2><p>🔹 Migration agents complete a Graduate Diploma in Migration Law and are regulated by MARA, but can only advise on migration law.</p><p>🔹 Lawyers complete a 4 year law degree or a Juris Doctor, undergo years of supervised legal practice, and can advise you across migration law and related areas such as employment, healthcare, and family law.</p><p>🔹 Only lawyers offer <strong>attorney-client privilege</strong>, meaning your private communications are fully protected under the law.</p><p>🔹 Always check professional credentials—use the MARA register for migration agents and remembers you to check Law Society listings for lawyers (not the MARA).</p><h2>Disclaimer:</h2><p>This podcast is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.</p><p>For personalised legal assistance, please book a legal consultation with SOLVi Migration at<a href="http://www.solvi.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.solvi.com.au</a> © SOLVi PTY LTD 2025.</p><h2>Connect with SOLVi Migration:</h2><p>🔹 Need expert legal advice for your migration? Book a consultation with an Australian immigration lawyer:<a href="http://www.solvi.com.au/book-a-consult" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.solvi.com.au/book-a-consult</a></p><p>🔹 Preparing for AHPRA Registration? Get affordable support through the Nurse Registration Course:<a href="http://www.nurseregistration.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.nurseregistration.com</a> (use code AHPRA2025 for a discount!)</p><p><br></p>