Dr Sherene Ozyurek is a Senior Lawyer at FCG Legal and a recognised leader in immigration law, having been acknowledged as a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist since 2014. With over 15 years of expertise in handling intricate migration matters, she has gained admission to both the Supreme Court of Victoria and the High Court of Australia. Her distinguished profile has earned her a listing in the Financial Review’s Australia’s Best Lawyers. Beyond her practice, Sherene serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Victoria University, bringing over a decade of experience lecturing in migration law. Her academic contributions are underscored by her PhD research in migration law. She actively participates in shaping the legal landscape through her roles on the Accredited Specialisation Board of the Law Institute of Victoria and as an advisory committee member for immigration law. Sherene has co-authored notable texts such as the Australian Migration Legislation Collection and the Australian Immigration Companion, enhancing the resources available in this field. Her extensive involvement extends to mentoring roles at the Australian National University and previous registration as a Commercial Migration Agent. Sherene's qualifications include a PhD in Law from Victoria University, an LLB (Hons), and a Bachelor of Commerce from Monash University, alongside a Graduate Certificate in Australian Immigration Law. Her career is distinguished by a commitment to excellence and leadership in migration law.
Accredited Specialisation Board Member
Law Institute of Victoria
Nov 2021 - Present • 5 years
Adjunct Fellow
Victoria University
Feb 2020 - Present • 6 years 9 months
Member of Accredited Immigration Specialisation Advisory Commitee
Law Institute of Victoria
Aug 2017 - Present • 9 years 3 months
IMISCOE working group member
IMISCOE Research Network
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019 • 2 years 11 months
Awarded Associate Fellow of Migration Institute of Australia
Migration Institute of Australia
Dec 2016 - Present • 9 years 11 months
Author - Australian Migration Legislation Collection and Australian Immigration Companion
Lexis Nexis
Jan 2016 - Present • 10 years 10 months
Awarded Accredited Immigration Specialisation
Law Institute of Victoria
Oct 2014 - Present • 12 years 1 month
Convener and subject Mentor, Graduate Diploma Legal Practice
The Australian National University
Mar 2010 - Dec 2021 • 11 years 9 months
Senior Lawyer
FCG Legal
Jan 2010 - Present • 16 years 10 months
Registered as a Commercial Migration Agent with the Office of Migration and Registrations Authority
MARA
Dec 2008 - Mar 2021 • 12 years 3 months
Admitted to the High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
Apr 2008 - Present • 18 years 7 months
Admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria
Supreme Court of Victoria
Apr 2008 - Present • 18 years 7 months
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) / Bachelor of Commerce
Monash University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Migration
Victoria University
Law Institute of Victoria Accredited specialist lawyer in immigration law
Law Institute of Victoria
Listed in 'Australia’s Best Lawyers'
Financial Review
Last checked: 1 Apr 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
