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In 2010 two of Australia’s leading immigration lawyers, David Prince and Joanne Kinslor, formed Kinslor Prince Lawyers. Since then, we have used our detailed knowledge of the law and in depth understanding of government processes to help many clients navigate a pathway to success with their government application.

Our expertise in administrative law (government law) has enabled us to be at the forefront of legal developments – whether that be through representing clients at court in challenging cases, academic scholarship and legal education, or participation in parliamentary processes.

We are proud to have been entrusted with many consequential matters where our work has made a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families. Some of these consequential matters are discussed in our client Testimonials.

Kinslor Prince Lawyers are known both for our expertise in the law and our dedication to using that expertise to serve each client. We seek to understand each client personally, to craft a personal strategy for their situation and to advocate for them individually. It is our ability to develop creative pathways and to see how our client’s priorities fit into the law that sets our work apart.

Widely recognised for our work in immigration law

David Prince and Joanne Kinslor are two of Australia’s preeminent immigration lawyers. Together they have more than 50 years of experience in immigration law, one of the most complex areas of administrative law (government law) in Australia. Their experience includes more than 45 years of combined practice as accredited specialists. They have a reputation for excellence, both with respect to the care and attention to detail they give to each matter, as well as the skill and tenacity they use to win difficult cases.

Testimonials from some of our clients attest to our ability to find solutions for complex and seemingly hopeless cases, as well as our dedication to clients regardless of the nature of their case. We are skilled in assisting clients in their dealings with government departments and agencies at all levels.

Joanne and David have both been recognised by their peers as being amongst Australia’s finest specialist immigration lawyers through their continuous inclusion in Best Lawyers — Australia from 2008. In 2025 Kinslor Prince Lawyers was recognised as Law Firm of the Year – Immigration.

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Joanne Kinslor

Principal Solicitor

Joanne Kinslor is a specialist immigration lawyer who has extensive experience and exceptional knowledge of immigration law. Her clients appreciate her dedication to solving complex immigration problems and winning difficult cases.

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David Prince

Principal Solicitor

Since 1995 David Prince has practiced extensively in all areas of visa applications, merits review and judicial review, and has established a reputation for successfully solving difficult immigration cases. He is regularly consulted by barristers, solicitors and migration agents on complex issues of immigration law.

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Federal Court of Australia finds Minister’s decision lacked “rational foundation”

15 May 2026

Our client has succeeded against an appeal by the Minister for Immigration to the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia in Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs v KFTJ [2026] FCAFC 52. The Minister argued that his decision to cancel KFTJ’s visa was lawful, but the Court found that Minister’s decision was fundamentally flawed and lacked a rational foundational.

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Expertise Matters

19 April 2026

Mr Singh applied for a Partner visa in 2012. Eight years, three Tribunal hearings and multiple court cases later Kinslor Prince Lawyers successfully argued that his case had not been properly decided. The Federal Court of Australia accepted that, even when considering Mr Singh’s case for the third time, the Tribunal “simply forgot to deal with evidence”.

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We are extremely satisfied with the services provided by Kinslor Prince Lawyers. They arranged the preparation and submission of Sherry’s successful application for a Prospective Marriage Visa. Our personal circumstances were somewhat unusual, and we are so glad that we used the services of Kinslor Prince Lawyers.

If it was not for their professionalism, specialist expertise and vast amount of experience, and their attention to detail, our application would have probably taken a significantly longer period and a lot more effort to be processed by the Department (even if it was successful). The supporting evidence collated by Kinslor Prince Lawyers was so comprehensive and the submission so compelling that, ultimately, the Department did not request any significant information or ask any further questions, and the Department granted the visa within only 5 months after submission of the application.

After the initial client interview by David Prince, we had received a very clear road map and succinct advice and guidance regarding the strategy for our application. David’s associates (including Alasdair Dougall) were very patient and thorough during the whole process of preparing the application and compiling the requisite evidence. Their communication was precise, timely and concise.

We are very grateful for their great service and support, and we have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone wishing to prepare and submit an Australian visa application.

— Abdolreza Mostafavi & Sherry Tran, March 2025

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