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Phillip Silver & Associates
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Phillip Silver

Phillip Silver

Solicitor Phillip Silver & Associates

Surry Hills, NSW
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About Phillip

Phillip Silver is an experienced Solicitor and Notary Public practising in New South Wales, Australia, with additional legal presence in South Africa through his partnerships in respected Johannesburg-based firms. He is admitted to practise law in both Australia and South Africa, bringing a broad perspective to his work. Phillip has over 35 years of experience advising on immigration, commercial, and employment law matters. His practice is known for offering a comprehensive range of services, especially in Australian visa and immigration assistance, supported by a strong team of lawyers and migration agents across multiple offices nationwide. Phillip’s approach combines technical expertise with personalised client service, focusing on achieving effective outcomes for a diverse clientele, including large corporations, private businesses, and individuals. His expertise includes assisting Australian businesses with corporate sponsorship of foreign employees for temporary or permanent work visas, managing strategic immigration programs, compliance training, and safeguarding sponsors’ status and reputation. Phillip also represents clients in the Migration Review Tribunal and Federal Courts, handling visa refusal and cancellation reviews. Additionally, he advises on employer-sponsored skilled, business, and investor visas and provides guidance on employment law matters covering contract negotiation, workplace disputes, and termination issues. Phillip also practises in commercial litigation and advises on commercial contracts and corporate directorship responsibilities. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and serves as a Notary Public. For legal assistance, Phillip can be contacted at law@phillipsilver.com.au or on +61 (0)406 115 895.

Practice areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Immigration Law
Litigation & Disputes
Notary Public

Resume

Experience

Consultant Solicitor

Consultant Solicitor

Lazarus Legal Group [Australia]

Jun 2012 - Nov 2022 • 10 years 5 months

Principal Lawyer

Principal Lawyer

Phillip Silver & Associates

Jan 2009 - Present • 17 years 10 months

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Phillip Silver & Associates

May 2008 - Present • 18 years 6 months

Principal lawyer

Principal lawyer

Phillip Silver & Associates

Dec 1990 - Present • 35 years 11 months

Senior Lawyer

Senior Lawyer

Phillip Silver & Associates

Dec 1990 - Present • 35 years 11 months

Education

LLB, Law

LLB, Law

University of Sydney

2007 - 2009

BA LLB, Law

BA LLB, Law

University of the Witwatersrand

1979 - 1986

Contact information

Surry Hills, NSW

Suite 512, 50 Holt Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010Website

Practice certificate

Name
Phillip Silver
Date of admission
2009
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
CITY OF SYDNEY

Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Commercial Law
  • Notary Public
Employment Law
    Immigration Law
    • Visas
    Litigation & Disputes