Designed with the needs of lawyers, migrant agents, and all immigration enthusiasts in mind, this program presents a treasure trove of timely updates and information. Join the panel of esteemed experts as they present the latest case law developments, key features of legislative changes, and practical tips for complex immigration matters. No matter your level of experience, this event will ensure you leave with actionable takeaways and a high-level understanding of immigration landscape.
4.15pm to 5.15pm How To Deal With Character Issues For Temporary & Resident Visa Applications?
- What triggers a character issue?
- When is a character waiver required?
- Character issue for being charged with an offence.
- Recurring character issues
- Practical tips
Presented by Bradley So, Senior Associate and Harris Gu, Solicitor, Queen City Law
2.00pm to 3.00pm What You Need to Know About the New Skilled Migrant category
- Analysis of the new Skilled Migrant Category - key features
- Winners & losers
- Particular fishhooks and practical tips
Presented by Katy Armstrong, Principal, Into NZ
Chair:
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, Queen City Law NZ Limited
3.00pm to 4.00pm Parent category and Parent Retirement: Challenges and Pitfalls Arising
- Parent Residence
- Parent Retirement Residence
- Temporary Retirement Visa
- Parent Multi Entry Visitor Visa
It will also examine potential challenges and pitfalls arising out of both law and practice, including the bar on sponsorship by those who originally obtained Residence as the parent’s dependent child.
Presented by Simon Laurent, Principal, Laurent Law
4.00pm to 4.15pm Break
Learning Objectives:
- Be equipped with knowledge about the key features of the new category, enabling them to assess their eligibility and plan their residency applications accordingly
- Learn about the challenges and potential pitfalls related to Parent Residence, Parent Retirement Residence, Temporary Retirement Visa, and Parent Multi Entry Visitor Visa. This knowledge will assist them in making informed decisions about sponsoring their parents or applying for relevant visas
- Gain comprehensive understanding of character issues that may affect their visa applications. With the practical tips provided, they will be better prepared to address these issues and increase their chances of obtaining the desired visa
Description
Attend and earn 3 CPD hours
Presenters
Mr. Bradley So, Senior Associate, Queen City Law
Bradley So is a Senior Associate at Queen City Law and he manages the immigration team. He specialises in business migration and foreign investments. He has represented significant employers and ultra-high net worth individuals. His clients have invested in excess of $500 million in New Zealand and he has assisted multinationals with their immigration requirements.
Mr. Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, Queen City Law NZ Limited
Marcus Beveridge is the Managing Director of Queen City Law NZ Limited. His main areas of practice are construction and property law, commercial law, foreign investment, real estate services and immigration. Marcus has developed expertise in business-based immigration and has acted on literally 100's of successful business-based immigration applications over the best part of 3 decades. Many of these clients have subsequently become major clients of his firm. The total amount of business immigration funds invested in NZ in the last decade is close to NZ$10 Billion. Marcus is a regular commentator on immigration based issues on national Radio & TV and has presented and chaired many NZ Immigration Law conferences over the years. Marcus has also recently been on several Working Groups and Immigration Reference Groups liaising with senior INZ management about assorted immigration issues. His firm comprises one of NZ’s largest immigration law teams. Marcus was formerly Chairman of NZAMI and Convenor of the New Zealand Law Society Immigration Committee.
Ms. Katy Armstrong, Principal, Into NZ
Katy Armstrong is a fully licensed New Zealand immigration adviser. Originally a Barrister in London followed by a stint as human rights lawyer in Guatemala, Katy made New Zealand her home from 1998. Katy has strong practical as well as legal advocacy skills. She is a frequent speaker on New Zealand immigration issues and acts as Consultant to the New Zealand Association of Migration & Investment ("NZAMI") on training for immigration practitioners. Katy is also a contributing author of the 2014 New Zealand Immigration & Refugee law textbook. In 2014, Katy was part of a working group whose advocacy led to the re-opening of over 450 partnership cases decided by the New Delhi Branch of Immigration New Zealand.
Mr. Harris Gu, Solicitor, Queen City Law
Prior to joining Queen City Law, Harris used to work for a former Minister of Immigration as a licensed immigration adviser for 7 years. Harris has extensive experience in dealing with all types of visa applications, as well as appeals to the Immigration & Protection Tribunal (IPT), Section 61 requests, Ministerial special directions & Ombudsman complaints. Harris obtained his LLB and BCom degrees from the University of Auckland and was admitted to the High Court of New Zealand in October 2021. Harris is pleased to have joined Queen City Law’s large award winning Immigration Law team. Harris speaks fluent Mandarin. Harris currently serves on the Auckland District Law Society (“ADLS”) Immigration & Refugee Law Committee.
Mr. Simon Laurent, Principal, Laurent Law
Since starting practice representing refugees in the mid-1990s, Simon Laurent has developed a strong reputation as a leader in the Immigration field. He has chaired and presented seminars for both lawyers and immigration advisers, and has been called upon to provide industry comment for the media. For several years Simon sat on the Council of the Auckland District Law Society. He was a founding member of the Society's Immigration and Refugee Committee and has been a past Convenor. From 2010 to 2012 he was Chairman of the New Zealand Association of Migration and Investment and is a current Director of NZAMI. Laurent Law accepts instructions to solve complex immigration situations, including referrals from other lawyers and advisers.
