Jeans Lawyers

Jeans Lawyers, established in March 2001, is a dedicated Australian firm specialising in immigration law. Committed to delivering high-quality advice and representation, the firm stays abreast of the ever-evolving landscape of immigration legislation. Leading the practice is Simon Jeans, an accomplished lawyer since 1989, with over 30 years of focused experience in immigration law. Simon's distinguished career includes an appointment by the Governor-General as a Member of the Migration Review Tribunal and Refugee Review Tribunal, roles he held until their integration into the Administrative Appeals Tribunal in 2015. His international expertise is highlighted by his tenure as a Legal Consultant with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Indonesia and his testimonial contributions to a US Congressional Committee in Washington DC concerning Indochinese refugee issues. Recognised by the NSW Law Society as an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law, Simon has been consistently included in the Best Lawyers list for immigration law since 2016. His insights are invaluable to the College of Law, where he served as an Assessor and External Moderator for the Capstone Migration Agents Assessment in 2019 and 2020. Jeans Lawyers offers comprehensive services, including migration appeals, visa applications, citizenship matters, ministerial intervention requests, character and cancellation matters, and refugee and protection visa work. The firm extends its expertise to registered migration agents, providing advice and crafting submissions for the Department of Home Affairs, Administrative Review Tribunal, and Minister interventions. The firm is renowned for its deep understanding of legal processes, integrity, and determination, delivering seasoned courtroom and tribunal advocacy across the Migration & Refugee Division of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, Federal Circuit Court, Federal Court, and High Court. With a focus on knowing the law and effectively navigating complex systems, Jeans Lawyers stands as a pillar of reliability and excellence in immigration law.