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Partner visas – bringing your partner to live in Australia

Partner visas – bringing your partner to live in Australia If you are in a relationship with someone from another country a very important question will be whether your partner can migrate to Australia.  Australian citizens, permanent residents and some eligible New Zealand citizens can apply for their partners to migrate to Australia. BROADLY THERE ARE TWO CATEGORIES OF APPLICATIONS: Partner visas for married or de facto partners; Prospective marriage visas for fiancé(ees); In addition to these classes, there may be other avenues available to people who are engaged to, married to or living in a de facto relationship with …

Compensation claims following the death of a loved one

In certain circumstances, family members and dependents may have valuable claims for compensation following the death of a loved one.  These payments will not automatically be paid by the insurance companies and the lawyers handling the estate and grant of probate usually do not practice in this specialised area of law. North Star Law can provide obligation-free advice about any compensation available to you.  Strict time limits apply to these claims.  We take the paperwork off your hands at this difficult time.  We can also come and see you at your home, obligation-free. Compensation may be payable in the following circumstances: Death …