Shamili Kugathas

Shamili Kugathas is a dedicated Senior Associate at Australian Presence Legal, bringing over eight years of robust legal experience to the Greater Sydney Area. Since joining the firm in January 2022, she has been instrumental in delivering comprehensive legal solutions across various domains. Her expertise spans immigration law, where she is adept at navigating complex visa categories such as protection visas, skilled migration, partner visas, and issues relating to overstayed visas and deportation risks. In her role, Shamili also engages in corporate and commercial transactions, advising on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and intricate commercial contract negotiations. Her proficiency extends to property law, providing seamless e-conveyancing services and handling commercial leases and FIRB requirements. Her legal acumen is complemented by her background as a Solicitor and Registered Migration Agent, positions she has held since November 2017. Prior to this, she gained valuable experience at PLAYFAIR Visa and Migration Services and as a Fast Track Co-ordinator, Solicitor, and Paralegal in various capacities. Shamili's academic credentials include a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Technology Sydney and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Sydney, underpinning her analytical and client-focused approach. Her diverse legal practice, coupled with a strong foundation in psychology, enables her to offer insightful legal counsel tailored to her clients' needs.