Court Appeals

If your visa has been refused or cancelled and your review options at the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) are unsuccessful or unavailable, you may still have the right to take your case to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia or the Federal Court of Australia. Court appeals are complex judicial processes that focus on whether the Department or Tribunal made a legal error. At MyVisa Lawyers, I represent clients in immigration court appeals with skilled advocacy and precision.

What Is a Court Appeal?

A court appeal in the immigration context is an application for judicial review. This means the court examines whether the decision-maker (the Department of Home Affairs or the ART) made an error of law. Courts do not re-hear your visa case but instead determine if the decision was legally valid. Key features include:

• Appeals are based on legal errors, not personal circumstances.
• Strict filing deadlines apply (often within 35 days of the Tribunal’s decision).
• The Court can set aside an unlawful decision and return the matter for reconsideration.
• Legal representation is essential, as procedures are formal and highly technical.

Who Is This For?

Our immigration court appeal services are for:

• Applicants who have lost at the ART but believe legal errors were made.
• Visa holders whose cases involve complex points of law.
• Individuals seeking to challenge Department decisions where Tribunal review is not available.
• Families at risk of separation due to unlawful decision-making.

Why Choose MyVisa Lawyers?

Court appeals are high-stakes and legally complex. Clients choose us because:

• Specialist expertise – I understand migration law, judicial review grounds, and Federal Court procedures.
• Experienced advocacy – I have represented clients in court, challenging Department and Tribunal errors.
• Tailored strategies – Every case is carefully assessed to identify strong legal arguments.
• Clear guidance – I explain your prospects of success honestly and guide you step by step.

Common Pitfalls & Traps

Many applicants risk losing their rights because they:

• Miss the strict deadline to file an appeal.
• Confuse merits review with judicial review and present the wrong arguments.
• Attempt to represent themselves without legal expertise.
• Fail to properly identify errors of law in the decision-making process.
• Do not seek legal advice until it is too late.

How I Can Help

At MyVisa Lawyers, I provide full legal support for immigration court appeals, including:

• Assessing whether your case involves legal errors suitable for judicial review.
• Preparing and filing court documents within strict statutory timeframes.
• Drafting strong legal submissions based on case law and legislation.
• Representing you in Federal Circuit or Federal Court hearings.
• Advising on next steps, including High Court appeals where applicable.

Take Action Now

Court appeals are your last chance to challenge an unlawful immigration decision. Missing deadlines or filing weak applications can permanently affect your future in Australia.

Book a confidential consultation with MyVisa Lawyers today to protect your rights and get expert representation in your immigration court appeal.