Alexander Petrakos

Alexander Petrakos is the principal of Peak Migration, bringing over twelve years of experience in advising business clients ranging from NYSE and ASX publicly-listed corporations to small enterprises across industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare. His extensive expertise in various visa classes encompasses employer-sponsored, general skilled migration, temporary graduate, partner, family, student, and tourist visas. Alexander has successfully represented clients at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, ensuring robust advocacy in complex cases. He has contributed to the professional development of his peers by leading Continuing Professional Development programs on 457 visas through the Migration Institute of Australia. Additionally, Alexander has provided critical advice and training to State government departments and corporations, ensuring compliance with sponsorship obligations. Since becoming the principal of Peak Migration in 2014, he has been dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions and managing the entire process of visa applications, particularly in employer-sponsored and permanent visas. Previously, he honed his skills at Absolute Immigration Services in South Yarra, Melbourne, where he specialised in temporary and permanent employer-sponsored visas. Alexander's academic background is extensive, including a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Australian National University. He has furthered his expertise with a Graduate Certificate in Australian Immigration Law and Practice. His commitment to professional excellence is reflected in his completion of the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors.