About Yossi
Yossi Witkowsky is a senior lawyer with over 20 years of experience practising law in both South Africa and Australia. Admitted as a solicitor and attorney in both jurisdictions, Yossi holds a Bachelor of Arts in Law and a Bachelor of Laws degree, complemented by postgraduate studies in commercial law. His diverse legal background spans commercial law, migration law, family law and other areas, demonstrating a broad and adaptable skill set.
Yossi’s commercial law experience includes litigation, providing general commercial advice and drafting a wide range of business contracts, including complex cross-border agreements. He has considerable expertise working with clients who maintain legal or business interests spanning Australia and South Africa, often coordinating with South African legal professionals to safeguard his clients’ interests.
In migration law, Yossi has an established record representing clients before the Administrative Review Tribunal, the Federal Circuit and Family Court, and the Federal Court of Australia. His practical understanding of the immigration process is enhanced by his own personal experience as an immigrant to Australia, allowing him to provide empathetic and effective guidance to clients.
Throughout his career, Yossi has also worked within multinational corporations, fulfilling roles such as solicitor, mediator, compliance officer and in-house counsel, which has broadened his legal and commercial insight. He is recognised for his commitment to the community, including delivering presentations on immigration procedures for Migration Queensland at the Queensland Parliament.
Fluent in English and Afrikaans, Yossi balances his professional responsibilities with an active family life. He enjoys engaging in rugby, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, CrossFit and chess, reflecting his commitment to discipline and strategic thinking both in and out of the office.
