Nilesh Bansal
Mt Waverley,Australia
Summary
Experienced legal practitioner with over a decade of specialization in Australian migration law and a passion for teaching and mentorship. As a Principal Lawyer and former Migration Agent, I bring a comprehensive understanding of migration law, combined with proven teaching experience through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs. Dedicated to fostering a collaborative learning environment and committed to the principles of equity, inclusion, and academic excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteering Supervising Lawyer
South East Monash Community Legal Centre
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised law students and junior volunteers, guiding them in case preparation, legal research, and client advocacy.
- Provided legal assistance to vulnerable community members, focusing on migration law, family law, and tenancy disputes.
- Delivered community education programs, raising awareness about legal rights and pathways in migration and family law.
Principal Lawyer
Aurelia Legal
11.2023 - Current
- Manage migration law cases, specializing in employer-sponsored visas, partner visas, protection visas, and family violence-related applications
- Deliver CPD training programs for migration agents, focusing on legal updates and practical application
- Oversee legal compliance, client advocacy, and case strategy development
Senior Migration Lawyer
ASA Lawyers
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Taught junior staff and clients about family violence provisions and their intersection with migration law
- Managed family law and migration law cases, delivering successful outcomes in complex matters
Migration Lawyer
Nevett Ford Lawyers
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Led visa application processes and represented clients in migration appeals
- Conducted workshops to educate clients and stakeholders on migration law updates
Registered Migration Agent
N Square Education and Migration Consultancy
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Provided consultation and visa application services for a wide range of Australian visas
- Mentored junior migration agents, providing guidance on compliance and client management
Student Lawyer
Monash Law Clinics
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Successfully processed several family law matters, mentoring peers and ensuring practical application of legal theory
Registered Migration Agent
Trident Education and Migration Consultancy
09.2013 - 06.2018
- Provided consultation and visa application services for a wide range of Australian visas
- Mentored junior migration agents, providing guidance on compliance and client management
Education
Juris Doctor -
Monash University
01.2021
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice -
Leo Cussen
01.2021
Graduate Certificate in Australian Immigration Law and Practice -
Victoria University
01.2012
Skills
- Expertise in Australian migration law, including employer-sponsored visas, family visas, protection visas, and family violence provisions
- Strong teaching and mentoring capabilities, demonstrated through CPD training delivery, student supervision, and community legal education
- Curriculum development, subject coordination, and online learning integration
- Excellent organization, time management, and multitasking skills
- Proficient in legal research, academic writing, and legal technologies such as LEAP Migration Manager and Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to equal opportunity principles and fostering inclusive learning environments
Timeline
Volunteering Supervising Lawyer
South East Monash Community Legal Centre
11.2024 - Current
Principal Lawyer
Aurelia Legal
11.2023 - Current
Senior Migration Lawyer
ASA Lawyers
06.2023 - 11.2023
Migration Lawyer
Nevett Ford Lawyers
04.2022 - 05.2023
Student Lawyer
Monash Law Clinics
12.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Migration Agent
N Square Education and Migration Consultancy
06.2018 - 04.2022
Registered Migration Agent
Trident Education and Migration Consultancy
09.2013 - 06.2018
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice -
Leo Cussen
Graduate Certificate in Australian Immigration Law and Practice -
Victoria University
Juris Doctor -
Monash University
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