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Elyse Trotter, an Associate holding a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws from Macquarie University, has built a commendable career since 2012. Her legal expertise encompasses a range of sectors including refugee and humanitarian law, as well as private client and corporate practice. Elyse is proficient in managing visa streams such as protection and humanitarian visas, family stream visas, Employer-Sponsored visas, and skilled independent visas. Her experience also spans Labour Agreements, business sponsorships, student visas, and resident return visas. Additionally, she has facilitated skills assessments with authorities like VETASSESS, ACS, CAANZ, and AIM, and is well-versed in Australian citizenship pathways including conferral and spousal discretion. Elyse contributes significantly to the skilled migration visa process, having made submissions to the Federal government. Her practice extends to the AAT and IAA processes, and she has experience in judicial reviews at the Federal Circuit Court. Elyse advises on complex immigration matters, including character issues and specific legislative sections such as s 501 and PIC 4020. Outside of her legal career, she enjoys watching cricket and hiking, which reflect her energetic and engaged approach to life.
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Associate
Harbourside Legal Services
Sep 2022 - Present • 4 years 2 months
Associate
Fragomen
Jul 2016 - Aug 2022 • 6 years 1 month
Solicitor
Refugee Advice & Casework Service (RACS)
Dec 2013 - Jul 2016 • 2 years 7 months
Paralegal and Taskforce co-ordinator
Refugee Advice & Casework Service (RACS)
Dec 2012 - Nov 2013 • 11 months
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Macquarie University
2006 - 2011
Last checked: 14 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
