I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Kinslor Prince Lawyers for their outstanding support and dedication to handling my case, which was successful by the grace of God and then through their expertise and hard work.

Throughout the entire process the firm demonstrated professionalism, strong legal knowledge, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to achieving the best outcome for me. They communicated clearly, provided sound advice, and gave me confidence during a very important matter.

I would like to give special thanks to Mr David Brooks, who personally handled my case with exceptional care and professionalism. His persistence, strategic approach, and continuous support played a major role in the successful result. I deeply appreciate his efforts and dedication.

I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anyone seeking trustworthy and highly capable legal representation.

— Ahmed Darag,

April 2026

I am deeply impressed with the quality of reasoning produced by the team for the health waiver. The overall thought process, research in various areas of application and the reasoning put forward was outstanding.

I am also appreciative of the guidance I have received. This to me reflects the proactive role of the team. In cases such as mine, the important aspect is complete involvement and proactive discussion; followed by the formulation of an approach and joint working towards a common objective.

Last but not least, the prompt response of the team is always reassuring and provides immense comfort, as it reflects that the whole team is with us on our journey and in navigating the application path.

— Mansoor Ali Halari,

June 2025

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude and satisfaction with the outstanding service you provided in handling my case towards permanent residency. From the very beginning your team's level of professionalism, expertise, and commitment stood out to me... and I genuinely appreciate the work that went into guiding me through this process.

Communication was always clear, timely and respectful. Never felt left in the dark about the process of my case or what to expect next. Whenever there were any challenges or concerns, you took the time to explain the issues thoroughly and ensured I fully understood every aspect of the process.

In conclusion, I am grateful for your tireless effort, expertise and dedication to my case. I wholeheartedly recommend your firm to anyone seeking immigration assistance and will forever be thankful for your role in my journey to permanent residency.

— Raghav Puri,

February 2025

The best indicator of satisfaction is the outcome — and in my case, it was a very positive one. But I want to specifically highlight why working with Kinslor Prince Lawyers was such an exceptional experience. From the very beginning, they were professional, strategic, and thoughtful in planning my case. Their meticulous attention to detail and ability to leverage every important aspect in my favor truly stood out. Another defining quality is their strong ethical standards. At no point did I feel that integrity was being compromised, nor were any false hopes given. My case was complex and challenging, yet they managed it remarkably well. I would highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers for any immigration-related matters. I am even happy to speak with any of their potential clients to share my positive experience firsthand.

— Azher Javid,

October 2025

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

I strongly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers. The team is professional, thorough and highly reliable. They handled my case with great care and expertise — especially Alasdair, who was instrumental in securing employer accreditation for my café.

— Eling Forest Cafe,

January 2025

Donald was very thorough and responsive and he delivered within the budget and time promised.
I sought support for a business sponsorship for a carpenter and even though my case was unusual (for the Department), he was successful in obtaining the approval I needed. Thank you.

— Simon Smith,

March 2025

I was very fortunate to have this firm recommended to me by a friend. Their attention to detail and level of service far surpassed anything I could have hoped for.
Despite being unwell and facing a very tight deadline, Donald Chen managed to send me a fantastic summary of my position and new guidance for pursuing PR. He maintained constant contact and made every endeavor to guide me through the myriad of new rules around pursuing PR during/after the pandemic.
I can't recommend Donald and his firm enough. My successful application for PR was due largely to their efforts and understanding of my very time sensitive situation.

— Seun Azeez,

I am writing this letter to express my utmost satisfaction and provide a strong recommendation for Kinslor Prince Lawyers based on the exceptional services they provided during my partner visa case. I would also like to give a special shout-out to Alasdair Dougall for his invaluable support and expertise throughout the entire process.
From the moment I engaged with Kinslor Prince Lawyers, I was impressed by their professionalism, skills, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for their clients. Alasdair Dougall, in particular, demonstrated a deep understanding of immigration law, specifically in partner visa cases, and his expertise was instrumental in guiding me through the complexities of the process.
One of the standout qualities of Kinslor Prince Lawyers is their excellent communication. Alasdair and David Prince ensured that I was well-informed at every stage, patiently explaining the issues involved in my case and answering all my questions. His ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner was truly impressive, providing me with the confidence to make informed decisions.
The firm’s meticulous attention to detail was evident throughout the entire process. From the thorough analysis of my legal problems to the development of a well-structured strategy, Kinslor Prince Lawyers left no stone unturned in ensuring that my case was approached with utmost care and precision. They meticulously prepared all necessary documentation and ensured that everything was accurately completed and submitted on time.
I greatly appreciated the firm’s persistence and dedication to my case. Alasdair and David unwavering support and guidance reassured me during challenging moments, and his strategic thinking and adaptability were evident in overcoming any obstacles that arose. Their commitment to my best interests was evident at every step, and I am grateful for his unwavering advocacy.
Notably, the way Kinslor Prince Lawyers presented my case was exemplary. Their ability to build a strong and persuasive argument, effectively presenting the evidence and supporting documentation, truly showcased their expertise. Their attention to detail and ability to highlight the most relevant aspects of my case played a significant role in achieving a positive outcome.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anyone in need of legal assistance. Their professionalism, skills, expertise, and exceptional service are unparalleled. I am grateful for the positive experience I had with the firm and would not hesitate to engage their services again in the future.
Thank you once again to the entire team at Kinslor Prince Lawyers, and a special thank you to Alasdair Dougall, for their outstanding support and excellent job in handling my partner visa case. Your dedication and expertise made a significant difference in my life, and I am forever grateful.

— Kamilla Melo Tonha,

July 2023

Alasdair has been one of the most competent lawyers I’ve had the fortune of dealing with. He guided me all the way through and explained all the details in great detail. I also had the pleasure of working with Donald briefly when the my case was about to go to trial. They had very up to date and accurate knowledge and they take their work very seriously. I wish I didn’t have the misfortune of needing Alasdair and Kinslor Lawyers but I am very happy that I had their expertise and knowledge to successfully win my case.

— Nael Mustafa,

March 2024

I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers as they have a high level of expertise and professionalism in dealing with their clients.
Their attention to detail is excellent and they strive to meet the needs of the clients.
They are very effective in the provision of the most up to date information on my case as well as other relevant legal matters that surround it.
In addition, they are always able to answer my questions.
They were fair in giving me a prompt response.
Every member at the practice is friendly and always ready to help.
Well done staff of Kinslor Prince Lawyers.

— Winnie So,

January 2012

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they took time to understand the complexity of my case, paid attention to the details and requirements, and lodged my application with their professional preparation.
I was impressed by their friendly approach.
This has helped in our ongoing communications during the preparation period.
My permanent visa application was approved in less than two months after lodging.
I strongly recommend this law firm to you.
Thank you.

— Rev Soon Teck Lim,

September 2011

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because of their level of immigration expertise and knowledge in handling my permanent residency visa here in Australia.
I am very satisfied and pleased with their professionalism, the good communications between us client and agent, the overall cost transparency and their helpful legal advice on my application which was always driven with the least effort and the best approach for success.
Their attention to details on my case showed that they have carefully reviewed my case prior to lodging.
I and my family’s permanent residency application had been lodged successfully within acceptable time frame with no worry following their guidance and organised step by step procedure at my convenience.

— Arnold Peregrino,

July 2011

For their dedicated work on my case, before approaching Mr David Prince, I attempted to gain all the relevant evidence to lodge the application. We approached a community legal centre and also Mr Susan Antony. They both did not give us any possible way to gain permanent residency.
Then one of my friends heard of KPL. After that both of them gave me the form and application through David Prince. He explained all the steps of gathering the evidence.
As I live in Canberra, he never made me travel often to Sydney. The communication was through emails and posting the documents. He guided me in gathering the evidence, his presence in the tribunal gave my husband the confidence and support.
It was very helpful. The way he handled my concerns with the tribunal and AAT made my case strong. Today I cannot find the right words to express my gratitude to Kinslor Prince Lawyers.

— Vanitha Palani,

July 2011

To David Prince, my best lawyer.
Thank you for everything.
All the best and good luck.
God bless you and your family.
Your client,
From Noviandy (Maurice Ghanem’s husband).

— Noviandy and Maurice Ghanem,

I would recommend if you have any legal problem or matter to go to Prince Lawyers.
I am Noaman Noun and my wife Wafaa Toufaili would like to thank Mr David Prince because he helped us a lot to be here together in Australia and without him my wife Wafaa will be still now still at Lebanon, because I was married to a different lady. By the time she got her visa she decided not to continue our marriage and we divorced so I had to wait 5 years to get Wafaa to Australia.
I had a different lawyer. He told my matter so complicated that I had to wait so long to bring my new wife, so I called Mr David and he told me to get all the papers for him and he advised me what to do and told me Wafaa will be here soon.
In 1 year Wafaa was here and we are a happy family now with our daughter Lolo.
Thank you Mr David. Without you I will be still struggling.

— Noaman Noun & Wafaa Toufaili,

September 2011

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they are very professional. Always efficient and very experienced with what they do.
They really look after their clients and put our priorities and interest as their goal.
They take time to understand every detail needed to make sure they have a good understanding of our situation.
Overall, we were very satisfied with the service we received and would definitely recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers.

— James Lau,

February 2011

Dear Joanne,
You did an excellent professional job.
I just cannot convey the depth of gratitude towards your professional guidance and commitment.
Thank you for everything.

— Kolitha & Shanel,

April 2011

Mrs Joanne and Mr David are the most professional lawyers I have ever met.
They took our case in our most difficult times when our case had been refused five times.
I’m very touched by their working; they prepared the documents at the weekend many times.
They are very nice, kind and understanding.
We really feel our rights are being protected.
We feel like at home in the office.
Our case succeeded mainly because our documents were very well prepared by Mrs Joanne and Mr David.
They reviewed our case very specifically and very detailed, especially important information, not missing any information that would help our case.
We can see the lawyers’ professional morality and feeling truly they are very solid to truth, very patient to answer your questions.
They are very conscientious, critical, serious to all the supplied documents.
When encountering any difficult questions, they asked us to describe the truth at all times.
I would really like to recommend Mrs Joanne and David to everyone who is seeking help from lawyers.
I believe that this good result is mainly due to your professionalism, caring for my parents’ safety, and showing sympathy to my family’s situation.
You are the best lawyers I have ever met.

— Hong Guan and Mian Mian Jing,

June 2010

I will often be dealing with David Prince of Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
From a previous practice at the commencement of our application for Australian permanent resident status, we have been very impressed at his depth of knowledge and expertise in this field.
We are very happy with the successful conclusion to our application and would have no hesitation in recommending David and Kinslor Prince Lawyers to others.

— Thomas and Maureen Enright,

November 2011

Dear Joanne, thank you for helping my parents to apply for their protection visa.
My parents always mention you and David and really appreciate your great help.
It had been a special and unforgettable time for us when you were helping my parents.

— Hong Dou Dou,

February 2012

I strongly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they helped me and my son to overcome the unfair circumstances which could have happened to us.
I sought legal advice from many well reputed legal firms but they could not deliver positive results and later informed me it was impossible.
The only firm was KPL to take this challenge and started providing me the professional advice.
They had ample knowledge of Australian legal formalities and procedures and assisted me in a very professional manner during this difficult time.
They have commendable network of professionals and a friendly and well-focused staff who promptly responded to our needs efficiently.
I believe they have higher degree of ability, professionalism and knowledge of immigration law of Australia to bring positive outcome in difficult immigration situation.
Therefore I would not hesitate to recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anyone who seeks legal advice in Australian immigration matters.

— Kolitha de Silva,

May 2011

I recommend David Prince of Kinslor Prince Lawyers for migration legal advice and services.
David is extremely knowledgeable in his field of legal specialisation.
He is very clear in explaining the risks and likely outcomes and his understanding of immigration processes and procedures increases the chances of success even with marginal cases.
David is thorough and demanding of correct documentation which all increase the chances of a favourable outcome.
I recommend David Prince without reservation.

— John Craig,

November 2010

I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers as I had a successful outcome for my grandmother’s case when it seemed impossible to turn the case around.
Kinslor Prince Lawyers were my last resort and I felt the same tremor and confidence coming from me.
Satisfaction with their professionalism and confidence in their knowledge of immigration law.
They answered all my questions clearly and informatively before I decided to place the case with them.
While they undertook my grandmother’s case they worked as efficiently as possible and finally won the case over the PIAC.
My grandmother now has a new opportunity to appeal to the MRT.
Do not leave the case in your hands especially when it is complicated and hard.
You could make it even harder and more complicated as I did.
Leave it to the expert before you go too far away.

— Julia Choe,

September 2011

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because the services provided by them was top notch, excellent and absolutely outstanding.
It isn't just the professional relationship that matters, however the personal human connection the solicitors at Kinslor Prince Lawyers encompass and offer.
David's kind and friendly personality making me feel at ease in an unsettling time and his reassurance and professional manner was greatly appreciated.
Even though Mr Prince is the owner of a considerably busy firm, he always had time to answer any particulars with reference to my case including answering my emails.
I would like to thank him one more time for his help, time and dedication.

— Betty Buyankhishig and Jack Tserendorj,

February 2012

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anyone that needs the services of an extremely talented immigration law firm.
My experience with this firm was second to none.
I feel very lucky to have been referred to Kinslor Prince for my immigration difficulties.
I found them to have a great sense of passion for their work.
Kinslor Prince always explained issues in my case in depth and when I did not understand things, they had the time and patience to explain more.
Any emails or phone calls I made were attended to very quickly.
I am very happy with the whole staff at Kinslor Prince.
They are a firm that is very professional with a great deal of integrity.

— Simon Benefield,

September 2011

I came to Kinslor Prince Lawyers towards the end of what had been a long PR application process and I wish I had come to them sooner.
David Prince attended to my queries in a straightforward manner.
He explained issues in terms that I understood and avoided government or legal jargon.
David provided a very structured approach to dealing with my case ensuring that he had all of the facts and documents upfront to avoid unnecessary conversations or correspondence.
His experience in dealing with cases like mine ensured that I got my permanent residency and am now able to begin the next chapter in my life.
Thanks David.

— Bryony Vandepeear,

September 2013

When I contacted Joanne Kinslor from Kinslor Prince Lawyers, it was one of the most desperate moments in my life as I had no idea if someone could help due to how complicated my case was.
Since first contact with Joanne she handled the whole situation which was very delicate with such professionalism that amazed me and gave me comfort as I knew that I had made the right decision and my case was in very good hands.
From the day I contacted Joanne took only a couple of weeks to get my case sorted and to get my residency granted, which I thought I would never happen or that it would be another long battle after trying it for over two years.
I am so grateful to have had Joanne handling my case and have no words to say how important was all that she had done to my case and my life.
Thanks to Joanne I can keep going with my life in Australia and actually start my family.

— Marcio M. Thiago,

September 2013

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because Mr David Prince and the firm have provided incredible help to me on the most difficult problem I have ever met in my life.
Without their help, I cannot imagine what my life is going to be.
In 2012 a disaster happened to my visa and I found myself in an absolute hopeless situation.
My family and I have been seeking for help from nearly ten different lawyers or firms and none of them saw any chance and they all refused to provide help.
Only Mr Prince pointed out where the government had done wrong and told me that “I think we have a case.”
I would remember those words my entire life because no lawyer has ever said this to me.
After we started to work on my case I was so impressed by the professional skills he has.
My family and I agreed that he is a real expert and an extremely wise man.
He always knows exactly what we needed to do and what direction the case was going, and he always had everything under control.
He never talked about anything unnecessary and all his questions are right to the point of the very deep of the problem.
My case was not only one court, but three continuous steps, and only when we win the final step can then all the works we had done before be meaningful.
All these steps were extremely difficult and almost impossible to achieve, however with Mr Prince and the firm’s effort, I have finally won all three of them.
After I had my new visa, my mother cried and my father called it a miracle, and I said it was Mr Prince’s work.
Thank you Mr Prince.
Thank you Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
Thank you so much for rescuing me out of hell.
I would definitely recommend you to every single person that I know who needs an immigration lawyer.

— Yin Sun,

March 2013

I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because I had great results on my difficult situation.
Joanne picked out crucial point that other people or immigration firm never had thought about and made my application successfully granted with professional knowledge and skills.
This is important because Joanne always finds a solution and makes application successful even if in difficult case.

— Steven Han,

January 2013

Kinslor Prince Lawyers are very professional.
David understood and explained to us the whole process properly.
He represented and fought for us and our family’s right.
My family and I will always be grateful to David and all his team.
David, you are the best.
Thank you for all your hard work.

— Mithaq Wahab Nahid and Laith,

March 2012

During the past 2 years Kinslor Prince has assisted my family in completing a successful outcome in regards to my parent’s visa process.
Along the way, Joanne, David and the rest of the team had demonstrated a high level of professionalism, integrity and patience with all the queries and issues that my family had.
I would be more than happy to recommend their services to anyone seeking legal advice and assistance in immigration matters.

— Alexander Martinez,

January 2012

I would like to thank David Prince at Kinslor Prince Lawyers for the incredible work he and his team did for me and my family.
Our situation was very difficult yet his capacity to analyse our situation and determine what should be done to help us was incredible.
We were initially despondent about our situation but when we appointed David we realised we had an ally by our side.
This gave us great comfort and hope.
Without him I am 100% sure we would not have got such a successful outcome.
At all times David was very intelligent, diligent and helpful.
Importantly he took the time to communicate to us the complexity of migration law and to explain the processes.
Appointing David and his team was the best thing we did with our migration matter.

— Shaun Luttrell,

June 2013

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers as excellent immigration specialists.
They successfully resolved a visitor visa for my sister that had been previously rejected.
First of all, we received comprehensive legal advice including alternative solutions for our problem with the visa application.
Later they took care of the entire process of applying for an alternative visa.
Everything has been done in a highly professional manner.
The visa was granted much quicker than we originally anticipated.
I take this opportunity to thank David and Alison for everything they have done for us.

— Timur Kotlobayev,

October 2012

Our application from the offset was a particularly challenging one and we have now successfully had our application approved all thanks to the professionalism, intelligence and hard work that was put into our visa.
When we originally met with David Prince we were given a clear indication of what was required to be successful, the work we needed to undertake and what the part Kinslor Prince Lawyers would play in the process.
Throughout the process we constantly felt that we were being kept informed of the progress, could ask any question big or small and there were times taken to explain things to us.
Kinslor Prince Lawyers provide a professional, highly informative and friendly open service to their clients and I would like to thank David and the team for assisting us with our PR application.

— Keira Kinahan and Adrian Murphy,

February 2013

Dear David, thank you so much for being human and listened to our concerns regarding our case that was almost “lost in the complexity”.
You gave us content, hope and professional advice which finally secured our future life in Australia.
Words cannot express what this means to us.
Thank you, thank you, thank you.

— Joni and Neil,

March 2013

Kinslor Prince are a highly recommended firm to deal with.
They are professional and very knowledgeable in the immigration law field and are lovely people to deal with in what is often difficult personal situations.
Our case was handled in a respectful and expedient manner and the outcome was fantastic and faster than expected.
We highly recommend David and could not be happier with the result we obtained by using his firm.
A++!

— James and Mathy,

January 2013

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they are the best in business when it comes to immigration law.
Their professionalism and sound knowledge of immigration law makes KP Lawyers one of the leading law firms and a leader in the industry.
KP Lawyers’ accredited specialist team possess in depth knowledge and years of experience in immigration law which helped me to achieve success with my application.
I was confident that the intricacies of immigration law can be best dealt with by someone who is known for their skills and experience.
I thank you for achieving a great result for me with your professionalism, knowledge, expertise and excellent service.

— Naeem Iqbal,

June 2012

I know Mr David Prince when I joined MIA 6 years ago and David was my mentor.
Since then, I have been seeking advices from David for various migration issues but I had not officially engaged David to involve in any of my cases.
Recently, I have a MRT case that I was not capable to do and I contacted David and asked for help.
After providing the relevant information about the case, David instantly formed an opinion that it was not necessary for my client to attend the MRT hearing so as to save time and money.
After receiving a letter prepared by David with relevant Migration Regulations quoted on his letter, the tribunal set aside the decisions under review.
I strongly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because of the professionalism, accurate advice, smooth communication and very reasonable charges.
In my client’s case, it could have been more costly or time consuming if the client did not engage David in this case.
As a result of this very pleasant experience with Kinslor Prince Lawyers, I shall refer more cases to this firm in near future.

— Eric Ip,

March 2012

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they helped me to get my visa.
They were professional and honest.
They explained and helped me to understand my case and to obtain the best result.
Honesty.
Efficiency and time.
Professionalism.
When you are in detention you need someone to take care of you, they did it.
I thank them all for what they did for me.

— Ermel Heta,

July 2013

I would like to express my appreciation for you and your team on the efforts and sincerity in successfully handling our permanent residency visa application.
I am aware about the hard work and dedication you have in this work and congratulate you for your success.
Your work in this case truly brought together hope and inspiration to family members with disability issues.
You handled the situation with patience and compassion, yet with utmost perseverance and without doubt an exceptional legal counsel.
Thank you for your incredible service and I give you my highest recommendation.

— Hazel Perez,

March 2013

On behalf of Spectrum Immigration Services, I would like to express our sincerest gratitude for the advice, assistance and guidance which you generously provided in regards to the vast array of immigration issues.
Your expert knowledge and professional demeanour when we approach you for advice not only makes a stressful situation much easier but it has also allowed our team to develop their strategic thinking and approaches to various immigration issues.
We are certainly happy to recommend your firm to anyone in Melbourne and particularly those in the not-for-profit sector or other small firms requiring specialist immigration advice.

— Mary Hanna,

February 2012

After I got the good news from Shaun, we were overcome with joy and relief.
The timing couldn’t have been better because I could tell the news face to face to my visiting brother and sister who I haven’t seen since 1994 and to my son from Perth who came to Sydney to celebrate Danny’s 66th birthday.
Sharing this life changing moment with them amid tears and hugs was the most cathartic experience.
We have all been waiting for this best possible outcome for such a long time.
I want to thank you David not only for your expertise but for caring about our plight.
I know it is your profession, but I also know why you are so terrific at what you do… you’re driven to give the best of your mind and heart to make a difference in the lives of people like us.
It is the same thing that pulled Shaun to take up this career line.
He experienced first hand how much it means to us and to be able to give genuine meaningful assistance to other people like us is its own reward.
God bless you David and your work.
God bless the people who work with you.
Thank you for rejoicing with us.
This victory we owe to family and a couple of heroes, you and our son in law Shaun.

— Ma Renee Estrella and Danilo Estrella,

May 2013

Thank you David!
We cherish our being home with our family in beautiful Australia.
God bless you.

— Ms Renee Estelle,

May 2013

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they are professional, very helpful in their expertise.
They have been very very helpful in my case, which ended with a very satisfied result.
I’m very satisfied with Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
They know what to do step by step in a very helpful and professional way, which gives you confidence.
In my opinion, Kinslor Prince Lawyers is the first choice if ever come across the situation need a lawyer in this area.

— Zhijun Dong (Michelle),

July 2013

Joanne Kinslor and staff were very professional.
I don't believe without their help and persistence I would have got into this country.
I have already recommended them to several people in similar situations of migrating to this country.
They were always in contact with me regularly to update me on any changes or progress.
Thanks to Joanne I state finally I am a permanent resident and I'm almost positive I wouldn't be without them.

— Sarah Kimberly Burns,

October 2013

Thank you so much.
You are amazing and I cannot tell you how grateful I am.
I am keen to keep the Australian film industry alive and thriving and this week you truly facilitated that.

— Bonnie Fay,

May 2013

This testimonial is to attest to my satisfaction of the legal services rendered by Kinslor Prince Law Office in pursuing and finishing my legal needs.
Admittedly my legal case is out of the ordinary and complex.
David Prince of Kinslor Prince Lawyers resolved the issue expeditiously, simply, and with utmost professionalism.

— Alicia Diaz,

May 2013

Due to the nature and the complexity of my Skills Assessment Review case, I almost lost my hope to further move forward initially.
However, after having the meeting with Joanne Kinslor from Kinslor Prince Lawyers, I decided to take her advice and prepare to appeal as per her instructions.
During the course of appeal preparation, I was deeply impressed by the approach and professionalism presented to me.
What is more important, it is indeed her expertise of properly simplifying a complicated case that led to the final favourable result.
I hereby wish to highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers due to the professional legal and migration service delivered by the firm.
Although I could not adequately express my appreciation, I would like to say thank you again for all the efforts and hard work that has been contributed on my case.

— Yifeng Zhu,

January 2015

When it comes to dealing with immigration matters, certainly I would like to recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to any person.
Because there is no lawyer who could have done a better job than Kinslor Prince.
I want to thank Mr David Prince and his assistants.
They have done such a brilliant job for me.
Therefore I have achieved the great result and now I am a man of good character.
It will make great impacts on my future.
I met with serious challenges to be able to satisfy the character requirements of Australian citizenship.
I had explained my issue to the Department by myself and eventually my application was refused.
So I realized that I needed a lawyer to help me.
I sought legal advice from a few well-known firms but finally I chose Kinslor Prince Lawyers as my representative at the Tribunal.
Reasons for this: firstly, they are absolutely experts and not just an immigration agent, they are also sophisticated law practitioners in the area of immigration law.
Secondly, they offer very reasonable prices for their excellent services.
In other words, I was scared by other law firms’ prices.
So I would like to recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anybody who needs to deal with an immigration matter.

— Peter Zhang,

April 2014

Our daughter recently had her permanent residence visa cancelled and, after researching the best way to appeal this decision, we were recommended to approach Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
We were immediately impressed by the professional manner in which the preliminary contact was dealt with by the firm, with a clear outline of the practical situation and the manner in which the appeal should be dealt with.
We were not provided with an optimistic outlook regarding our case, but the clear strategy outlined by Kinslor Prince gave us sufficient confidence to proceed with this firm.
The subsequent execution of the stated strategy as well as the ongoing updating of progress gave us confidence that the matter was in good hands.
The ultimate result, which was obtained significantly prior to the expected timeline, was positive and the initial ruling of the visa cancellation was rescinded by the relevant authorities.
We do not hesitate to recommend Kinslor Prince in dealing with immigration matters.
The efficient manner in which our case was dealt with by the firm leaves no doubt that, in cases where there is a sound basis for a positive outcome, Kinslor Prince is well placed to obtain this.

— Pieter van Wijngaarden,

December 2025

Many thanks to the team, they acted professionally with expertise and communicated with myself and my son Kyle in a very difficult case.
Due to the unforeseen death of my husband, Kyle and I had issues regarding visas. We were helped every step of the way through the visa journey; if we needed aid or support, we received this all the way.
I would recommend this company and, due to their persistence, skills and professionalism, they gave us the most wonderful news that our visas had been granted and approved.
It was a huge relief for Kyle and I after an emotional three years of the unknown.
Most definitely a fantastic company. If I had to do this again, I would use this company again.

— Paula Jane Waters,

November 2022

I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers, especially thanks to David Brooks. He is very professional, patient, precise and efficient throughout the whole process. He solved my concerns perfectly.
I did not think my case would be easy to resolve, but David told me what to do at every step in a very methodical way. I trusted him completely throughout the entire process. This is a very trustworthy law firm with a highly professional team of lawyers.

— Ms Youming Liu,

July 2022

Thank you for your call confirming the good news.
I am very grateful for this positive outcome.
This decision is an immense relief after such a long period of uncertainty.
I had been advised that it might be impossible to get a positive outcome given the circumstances surrounding the refusal.
When I was looking for a migration lawyer, several people told me that one man I should meet is Mr Alasdair Colin Dougall.
On my way to another lawyer’s office, I asked a man nearby if he knew anything about Mr Dougall.
He said Mr Dougall is the representative of all people seeking migration in Australia.
Hearing this made me feel more relaxed because I felt I was going to meet a true ambassador.
Mr Dougall, you are the ambassador of all migrants seeking refuge in Australia.
It may soon be impossible to mention the nation’s leading migration lawyers without including the name of Chief Alasdair Colin Dougall.
Your recognition as a LawyersWeekly 30 Under 30 2021 Finalist in Migration and Partner of the Year 2021 Finalist in Migration places you among the most celebrated members of the legal profession.
Your rise to prominence as a distinguished migration lawyer is an inspiration to future generations.
Your contribution to the legal field is a blessing for immigrants, and your consistency has brought joy not only to you but to humanity as a whole.
Chief Alasdair, in my view, you are an astrologer, a prophet, and a distinguished lawyer.
The taste of the pudding is in the eating, and I am delighted to have tasted it in this AAT outcome.
I also acknowledge the assistance of Ms Joanne and Mr David Brooks, whose contributions cannot be overlooked.
Thank you.

— Emeka Royal Nwokolo,

August 2022

Kinslor Prince Lawyers helped me with my Defacto Visa application in 2021.
Joanne and David worked on the application.
The level of service, customer care, and the results they got were of the absolute highest level.
What had been a very, very stressful, long-winded, and difficult procedure up until I enlisted their help instantly became almost stress free and was all wrapped up before too long thereafter.
I have seen a lot of legal emails and without doubt or exaggeration the correspondence from Kinslor Prince Lawyers were the pinnacle of its craft.
Their work and service is truly exceptional, and my wife and I are forever indebted.

— Andrew Thunder,

January 2021

The Kinslor Prince Law firm came highly recommended by multiple solicitors in my area.
I had an incredibly complicated case that involved the rejection of a visa and family violence.
When I hired KPL, I was already in the tribunal process of appeals and needed the absolute best representation to present my case.
Alasdair and David, along with the rest of the KPL staff, did not disappoint and exceeded their already impeccable reputation.
They took a highly complex narrative and made it digestible for any outside evaluator.
Plus, they conducted simulations of what the hearing day would look like and the type of questions I might be required to address.
There are many reasons why we were successful, but if I only had two words to describe my KPL solicitors, they would be: STRATEGIC SPECIALISTS.
The KPL team are expert in case design, presentation and strategising the best way to present a story.
I am confident that KPL will meet and exceed all expectations.

— Albert A. Valadez, Ph.D.,

November 2022

Having now used KPL to assist with the sponsorship application for our business, Facilinet Building Maintenance, and then the subsequent applications of two individuals in our team, I am happy to provide a strong recommendation to others with regards to KPL's services.
Donald Chen specifically worked with me on the entire process.
He made it straightforward, clear what needed to be done, and was extremely helpful at every step of the process.
From the very beginning Donald was able to clearly articulate our strategy in layman terms, making what could have been a frustrating process quite simple.
He also provided a useful checklist of items for our business to follow to ensure nothing was missed and that we knew where we were up to at all stages.
Further to the required steps, Donald proactively assisted above and beyond my expectations providing insights and tweaks where appropriate to make sure that our applications were likely to be received favourably.
Under Donald's guidance, all applications were successfully approved and we are very satisfied with KPL's work.

— Jeremy Ryan - GM of FBM,

April 2024

I strongly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers with my confidence and trust.
I am filled with gratitude that their team were able to apply for my Resident Return Visa smoothly and I wasn’t expecting to get granted so quickly.
At the first consultation with Joanne, she analyzed my current situation and explained very clearly to navigate my pathway to get granted my visa as soon as possible.
I wasn’t anxious anymore and my worries disappeared.
David Brooks took over the work and comprehended mine as well as my family statutory declaration.
He did a fantastic job explaining with easy words for me to understand.
That was very comfortable for a non-English speaker person.
He treated me like a friend and I felt at ease talking with him.
My family and I appreciate all the hard work Joanne and David did.
So I had an opportunity to be with my family together here in Australia again.
I am the happiest person in the world.
Sincerely, thank you so much.

— Makoto Yamada,

June 2024

It was a warm story of me to choose KP Law.
Initially, I talked with Joanne, and even though I knew she would do a great job helping me, I chose another local representative and thought it would be more convenient.
However, I had to go back to Joanne as my previous representative was trying to convince me to change my entire career plan which was against my will.
Joanne and David Brooks helped me since then and trusted me at least on my choice of career.
Then finally my visa refusal was revoked and a new working visa was granted for a long time.
I would like to really express my thanks to KP Law as they don’t try to convince you only because a certain way could potentially get you out of a case fast, but they care about your future.
One can definitely trust their professionalism with no doubt.
Joanne arranged meetings or calls with me when necessary, and David helped explain everything I was not sure about and suggested possible ways to my questions or requirements.
All communications were well documented with a formal file and shared with me via email.
I hope everyone with trouble or needs in visa application should at least consider KP Law if your financial status allows.
You probably will waste more when switching back like what I experienced.

— Xingshuo Huang,

September 2024

My visa issues were complex and I knew I needed a highly qualified migration law expert to deal with the issues I had.
After numerous internet researches and cross referencing with information available on Law Society website, I chose Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
I am glad I made this decision.
Kinslor Prince Lawyers have helped me with my immigration law issues and I have received an outstanding outcome.
I highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to anyone who requires an excellent immigration advisor.

— Bo Pang,

April 2024

My wife and I could not recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers highly enough.
When we first met with Joanne Kinslor for a consultation in 2020, she was clear, concise and highly knowledgeable in giving authentic and detailed advice about my visa situation.
We then went on to work with both Joanne Kinslor and David Brooks for my Prospective Marriage Visa and my Partner Visa.
The entire process has been smooth, clear, and professional.
Both Joanne Kinslor and David Brooks show tremendous attention to detail and have the highest level of expertise in dealing with the ever changing nature of immigration.
They have picked up on things we would have never known about had we done this visa process ourselves.
They are honest, down to earth, fantastic communicators, and genuinely care about their clients and their situations.
Looking back on our long visa process, my wife and I would not have changed a thing about consulting and working with Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
We believe that engaging lawyers such as Joanne and David is well worth it, for we have eliminated a great deal of stress and time in not having to tackle visa applications on our own.
We continue to recommend them to everyone who we speak to with regard to immigration matters.
We are so incredibly thankful to Joanne and David for their help over the last few years.
My wife and I are now finally living life as a married couple, and we continue to be grateful for their ongoing support for us in our Partner Visa journey.

— Arjun Badi,

May 2023

I heard Kinslor Prince Lawyers from word of mouth, it is quite reputable with expertise in immigration law.
Particularly thanks to Alasdair and Joanne for helping deal with the case.
Through the cooperation with Kinslor, I can feel that it is a firm with social responsibility and stands on behalf of customers.
I strongly recommend Kinslor’s service and professionalism.

— Tiffany Yang,

August 2024

I have been a client of Kinslor Prince Lawyers since 2017.
My situation was not easy due to a previous record and court hearings.
However, every visa application and later the citizenship application were successful.
The experienced team at KPL helped to receive the desired outcome without the need for appeal due to refusal or cancellation.
I’d like to express a special thank you to Donald Chen who was handling my citizenship application and my partner visa (820/801).
Despite many challenges that we had with the assessment processes including VACCU’s assessment for my Partner Visa, Donald represented my case managing all requested documentation from the Department so I received my Permanent residency the same day I received my 820 partner visa.
It was extremely stressful time for me when I was losing my hope and my patience, however, Donald helped with providing me peace of mind keeping me in the loop of the application progression and responding in a timely manner.
I lodged the citizenship application by myself but after a consultation with Donald where he gave me a detailed plan of Do’s and Don’ts for the application and checklist of what needs to be done.
After some time I’ve been contacted for further information regarding my case.
I immediately got in touch with Donald.
Again, he took my case and handled all the challenges associated with my “Request for Further Information”.

— Angelina Shalygina,

April 2024

Thank you guys to make dreams real.
One of the best immigration lawyers in Sydney.
Thank you thank you.

— Abdallah alqudah,

June 2024

After two failed applications to adopt my child and the next step was a Tribunal level to review the rejected application, I met Joanna and David from Kinslor in September 2023.
Personally, I knew it was a very challenging appeal as my case did not meet the application criteria.
It was solely dependent on my Statutory Declaration which depicted my compelling and compassionate circumstances backed by detailed testimonies and facts.
My family and I are eternally grateful for this successful appeal in April 2024.
Throughout our communication with Joanna and David, they were very professional and showed a high level of commitment to realise their well-planned strategy.

— Cheryl Khoo,

August 2024

Joanne Kinslor and the team at Kinslor Prince were able to take a very difficult set of facts and circumstances then present it to the Tribunal in a way that highlighted the strengths of our case and explained the weaknesses of it in a positive manner.
The whole process was handled extremely professionally and the respect the firm has with the Department and the Tribunal was very reassuring.
The hard work, time and effort they put into our matter was great.
We were always able to get through to someone who could answer our questions and reassure us when things did not look good.
The firm took a matter that my partner and I tried unsuccessfully to manage by ourselves and turned it around.
My partner is now an Australian permanent resident and we are so glad we had Kinslor Prince on our side.

— Aaron and Magdalene,

December 2015

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because this firm has a high level of service and dedication.
When I fell into a problem where my permanent residence was at risk, one of my friends recommended me this firm.
When I first went there I was assured of a positive outcome and it did.
I am happy that I went to this firm.
It well understood and studied the depth of my case detailing each and every aspect so as to get a better result.
This firm is highly professional.
Joanne Kinslor and her team managed the complexity of my case to their expertise and solved my problem in a short time.
I am really thankful to this firm for solving my immigration matter.

— Harvinder Singh,

April 2014

I can’t thank Joanne and David (Brooks) enough for their help during the long process.
I remember back in 2017 I had a consultation session with Joanne after my self-applied visa was refused.
I was devastated and lost so I consulted several lawyers to get a grasp of the reality.
Joanne patiently looked through my documents, analyzed my situation and offered well-thought-out strategy.
Joanne is very smart, articulate and empathetic.
After the application to AAT, we started preparing statements and evidence; David was extremely helpful with the tons of documents, which were organized perfectly.
Notes and gaps were raised clearly; emails were replied quickly and Joanne and David’s communication skills made complicated matters easy to understand.
Their professionalism helped me stay calm and confident throughout the interview.
Again, words aren’t enough to express my gratitude for Joanne and David’s extraordinary work.

— Ya-wen Shih,

August 2020

I cannot recommend this firm enough.
My situation when I first started working with Kinslor Prince Lawyers was pretty messy and I was on the verge of being kicked out of Australia through no fault of my own.
They learned all the ins and outs of my case and immigration history, came up with a plan, and executed it perfectly which has allowed me to stay in the country that I have now been calling home for 11 years.
They always respond quickly to my questions with lots of detail and have always honoured any deadlines that have been set.
They simply know so much about the immigration processes that I could never comprehend through personal research and their expertise is the only reason I am still here.
If you are looking for assistance with your visa, then look no further.

— Stephen Rawls,

November 2022

I was introduced to Mr David Prince by one of his students at a stage where my immigration matters had come to a standstill and I had little to no hope left of gaining a 457 visa in Australia.
The firm’s professionalism, from the initial phone call with Christina in reception and the utmost commitment from David and Alison, have enabled me to enjoy the rewards that come with the grant of a 457 visa.
There were many bumps along the way, which David had foreseen long before they occurred and this meant we were prepared for it.
My case was particularly challenging, however David and Alison were always a call or an email away to clear up any confusion on my part and reassure me that all the right steps had been taken in terms of the application process.
Having that peace of mind and knowing that I was in the best hands possible gave me a lot of reassurance and I cannot thank the firm, Mr David Prince and his team enough for literally changing my life.
If you’re looking for immigration expertise, professionalism, honesty, an open door policy and attention to detail, then look no further.
Kinslor Prince Lawyers are your one-stop shop for immigration matters.
I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who’s looking for the best representation.

— Erisa Lluca,

October 2015

I strongly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they delivered the result that I needed.
Mr David Prince was truly professional.
He was very calculated.
He had approached the case from the start with a strategy and steered my appeal to a success.
The complexities of my case made it one that is not of standard nature; the demands of which would require the legal aid of someone with the knowledge and experience like Mr David Prince and his associate Mr David Brooks.
Communication was always prompt.
I am happy with the result of the AAT and I have managed to get my PR visa finally.

— Leonard Lim,

January 2018

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Alasdair Dougall, Donald Chen and the whole team at Kinslor Prince Lawyers for taking on my difficult visa situation.
If it wasn’t for their expertise and professional help, I would have not received such a successful outcome with my sponsorship visa.
I was first recommended of Alasdair Dougall by my colleague who had an excellent experience with her immigration application.
I already had applied for my sponsorship with a different immigration lawyer, but I required urgent guidance to prepare for my tribunal process of appeals and needed the best representation to present my case in a short period of time.
I reached out to see if Alasdair and his team would have any advice or possibly be able to take over my case from my previous lawyers.
From the first meeting I had with Alasdair and receiving his consultation, I was extremely emotional due to a huge relief of knowing I would be in wonderful hands.
He was deeply compassionate about my visa situation, provided me with unlimited guidance and reassured me that my case was something we could overcome.
Being a foreigner in this country, I felt like for the first time I had support on my side and was lucky enough to have such expertise who I could truly trust and who had my best interest at heart.
From the moment my company and I asked for Alasdair’s service, we were blown away by how promptly each email and phone call was answered along with his deep knowledge of government law.
While I waited for my tribunal case, there were some changes made in the immigration law and Alasdair informed us each step of the way to ensure us what to expect and guided us through each action we needed to take.
There were never questions unanswered, so each time we received his clear directions in document preparations, we felt more at ease.
Thanks to Alasdair and the support of everyone at Kinslor Prince Lawyers, my case was overturned by the Tribunal recently and this would not have been possible without these wonderful, dedicated, intelligent lawyers.
I am forever grateful and I would highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for the best representation.
No doubt, you will be in excellent hands.

— Kumi Jono,

April 2024

I was recommended to Joanne Kinslor of Kinslor Prince Lawyers by my family law lawyer, Molli Clements.
From my first meeting with Joanne, I felt that she and her firm had an excellent understanding of the current Australian requirements to apply and receive a partner visa.
She clearly outlined the process that would be required.
This was tricky at that time as the whole process was undergoing change within the Immigration Department, and this fact required a very careful and measured approach to the application process.
She brought in one of her senior immigration lawyers, Donald Chen, to manage our application process.
At the same time she ensured that she was kept informed of the progress of this application, many times joining in on the communication to emphasise some of the key points.
They recommended a number of supporting actions, such as registration of a relationship in NSW, as important building blocks to support a successful application.
The preparation of the supporting documentation was meticulously managed.
The editing and review of presented documentation was excellent and very timely, allowing us to finalise these documents with confidence that we had carefully covered all requirements.
Their strategy and analysis of the then current position of the Immigration Department was very accurate and proved to be right on point.
Our matter was further complicated by the Covid pandemic which meant that I could not travel to be located with my partner during this application process.
This meant that we also had to add a temporary Visitor Visa into the equation.
And then we also needed to prepare an Exemption for travel application to facilitate my travel to Indonesia.
All of this strategy and planning was presented by Kinslor Prince Lawyers in a carefully and clear presentation.
They recommended a strategy which was followed and led to not only a successful travel visa to Indonesia, but most importantly the granting of our Partner Visa six months earlier than the Department themselves had indicated it would be even considered.
This was an amazing result and I am convinced it was directly linked to the meticulous preparation of the Partner Visa application, which when eventually viewed by the Department ticked all the boxes and there was nothing left to query.
A most professional approach.
I cannot stress enough how thankful we are to Kinslor Prince Lawyers and Joanne Kinslor and Donald Chen in particular for this excellent result.

— Peter Klein,

July 2021

I am writing this just want to say thank you so much to Joanne Kinslor and your professional team.
My case has been the most complicated one which many of the other immigration agents dare not to touch, and one of the agents has referred your company to me.
That’s the best decision I made to engage Joanne to be my lawyer and end up today, it’s a life changing result and I got my PR. Your company did an impossible mission. Thank you so much Kinslor Prince Lawyers!

— Danielle Guo,

May 2017

I'm very happy to provide you with an update on how things have gone after one year from our conversation.
I got approved for my entrepreneur visa last year in September after applying in July and returned to Australia. Soon after, I was asked to host a show on cloud technology and have since produced over 80 one-hour episodes for the world's first business advisory app.
A few months later I was approached by a multinational accounting firm that wanted to set up a technology arm for their business and found me after watching the videos. After several months of negotiations, the contract went through yesterday and they are acquiring my business. Get Digital Flow will be a subsidiary, and I will be setting up the technology advisory side in Sydney and then at all of their offices across Australia over the next few months and years. They will be sponsoring my permanent residence for me in a few months.
Best of all, I get to keep my business name and clients, but with much more support and the ability to scale.
I just want to thank you again for the wonderful advice that you provided that day. Although it was only one hour, it was the best $400 I have ever spent and it has totally changed my life.

— Laurel Grey,

September 2016

We arrived at Kinslor Prince on the recommendation of a top immigration law barrister with quite a complicated immigration case. Due to the nature of our case, we had already spent much money and time trying to find a solution and we were at a very unhappy impasse. We had received divided opinions from a previous immigration agent and an unsuccessful waiver application from a specialist immigration solicitor.
Our first meeting with David Prince gave us the reassurance that we were finally at the right place. He has a unique ability to see into a problem and think “out of the box” for a solution. He was always quietly confident that he could help us and his knowledge of the law, the DIBP process and his lateral thinking formalised a strategy that resonated with us personally. Between David and his associate Donald Chen, we received confirmation that every step was outlined with perfect attention to detail and one by one, the obstacles fell away and within a year, we had a very successful outcome.
We are a happy settled family today and they were highly professional but most importantly, we felt that they cared.
I can’t recommend Kinslor Prince highly enough.

— Nicola Gilfillan and Ian Forsyth,

July 2019

From the first time I met David Prince six year ago, I found him to be friendly, charming, and most of all welcoming, with a business-like manner.
Having been assigned to our case I felt confident I had chosen the right practice at that time regarding the positive outcome of our visas of four years, and must make it quite clear that at that time David did work at the Lawyers of Parramatta.
Because of his professionalism and his pleasant manner towards my wife and I regarding our personal visits from time to time, it was our duty to transfer our business along with David to Kinslor Prince Lawyers Sydney.
In doing so, my wife and I felt that we have had full satisfaction from David himself, his practice, and staff, not forgetting Anna, who I had many a conversation with regarding certain aspects of communication.
One expected satisfaction, good skills, legal expertise, etc, which we were pleased with.

— Durber, David,

April 2015

In regards to my wife and children, I had made eleven visa applications over a four year period: three visitor visas, two medical visas, one no further stay waiver, one spouse visa, two child visas and two Bridging Visa B applications.
My now wife and I became aware of her life-threatening medical condition a month after her arrival on a visitor visa. While she was being treated here in Australia, her three children were in the Philippines. Their village was destroyed by Typhoon Yolanda and the seven-metre tsunami created by the typhoon. My wife lost the grandmother who raised her and was caring for the children. She also lost her youngest son, aged three. The remaining two children survived miraculously and in dire circumstances.
In dealing with all of this, I had become very familiar with immigration matters and had closely read major parts of the Australian Migration Act. Through my wife attending informal English classes at church, she became close friends with another Filipino woman, Reynalyn Iglesias. Reynalyn provided much support to my wife during the loss of her grandmother and son, and during the separation from her surviving children. We could not return to the Philippines because of my wife’s treatment and illness. (My wife has now fully recovered and the children are in Australia.)
Over time, I became aware that Reynalyn was suffering her own issues at home. I made enquiries and sought advice about what Reynalyn could do. I told her we would support her and her young daughter Jessica if she needed to remove herself from her situation. Shortly after, Reynalyn approached me to accept that support.
Apart from arranging practical support for Reynalyn and Jessica, the issue of their visa status was a major problem. She had been advised that she and Jessica were to be deported, subject to immigration processes. As Reynalyn had no money, I helped her obtain advice from several different migration agents, lawyers and support services. I began preparing a detailed outline of her story and commenced a ministerial appeal process as advised.
All the advice we received was pessimistic, and based on my own experience and reading of the law, I felt the same. I thought only a miracle would save Reynalyn and Jessica from their desperate situation.
Reynalyn’s English teacher at church, Gaye Doran, learned of her circumstances. Gaye made enquiries with her son-in-law, a lawyer, who recommended Joanne Kinslor.
I was hopeful but still privately pessimistic. Gaye arranged an appointment. By that time, I had written a substantial background outline for a ministerial intervention application.
At the first appointment, Joanne asked questions, took notes, read parts of the outline, spoke to Reynalyn privately, and advised a completely different course of action, something no other representative had proposed and something I had never encountered in all my experience with immigration matters and my study of the Australian Migration Act. Joanne referred to a very similar case she knew had been successful and identified all the proof required.
Joanne Kinslor and David Brooks (assisting) understood the urgency of the situation. They formulated immediate steps to take and accommodated this urgency with their actions. They also quickly understood and accommodated Reynalyn’s limited English, legal understanding, and her feelings of shame and anxiety.
Joanne asked us to return for a second appointment so she could review the case in more detail and for us to provide further information. For that appointment, I had prepared a list of questions on Reynalyn’s behalf, but Joanne answered every question within her explanation of the way forward before I even needed to ask.
It became obvious very quickly that Joanne Kinslor and her colleagues are at the top of their field. Immigration is an extremely difficult area of law, given government policy, constant change, cultural and language challenges faced by applicants, and the significant difficulties I had personally experienced in dealing with the Immigration Department.

There were three stages to Reynalyn’s case:
Appeal to the Federal Circuit Court
Referral back to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT – Migration Division)
Referral back to the Australian Immigration Department

Joanne’s representations to the Federal Circuit Court, arguing that the Immigration Department had made a decision based on circumstances at the time of lodgement rather than the time of decision, were accepted. The matter was referred back to the AAT. The AAT amended the previous decision based solely on Joanne’s written submissions and referred the matter back to the Immigration Department, noting the need to assess the current circumstances. This was successful, and the Department granted a permanent partner visa around August 2017.
I expected the process to take at least three years and involve many complications. Instead, Joanne was correct at every moment and achieved success in less than twelve months.
Joanne Kinslor’s efforts, skill, patience and knowledge have given Reynalyn and Jessica a life and opportunities they could not otherwise have had. If deported, their future would most likely have been poverty, destitution and hardship. I know this personally from my wife’s background in a remote village in the Philippines.
I would most certainly recommend Joanne Kinslor, both as a person and as a lawyer. I have already done so in conversations about our extensive experiences with migration issues.

— Brian Brennan,

April 2018

It gives me great pleasure to be able to write about my experience with Kinslor Prince Lawyers.
Back in 2013, with a seemingly impossible situation to resolve, I approached a well respected lawyer in Sydney.
She listened carefully and concluded with absolute certainty..."you need David Prince!" I took her guidance, thank god, and here we are now in 2017 having broken through every obstacle that was put in our path. David and his team are the lawyers that other lawyers refer people to.
There can’t be a higher compliment than your peers sending people to you. In other words, when you need the best, you need David Prince. With David, you’ll get exactly what you need.
A careful, highly considered approach, and strategies that only someone at the top their profession would know about or know how to execute. Arguably the most important thing you will get is honesty.
How refreshing it is for someone to cut through the confusion with honesty so that you know exactly where you stand, even if you're of hiding a bit from the reality, you will still be given the truth and the facts whatever they may be, because of David's high integrity.
He guided us with his assured presence through the various stages taking each step without fuss or fervour, simply an assured and measured approach, helping to keep our anxiety low and confidence high. Hopefully you'll be lucky enough to have David on your case too.

— Andrew Berry,

July 2017

I Kamel Barakat recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers because they dealt with my issue professionally and they were really helpful. They were understanding and explained every aspect of the matter and they were also very quick with communicating any issues with me and helping me get a perspective in the matter.
They are highly skillful and I am truly thankful for their expertise and help.
I was not only satisfied with their work but also very pleased with their strategy and attention to detail. I will recommend them to every friend and relative.

— Kamel Barakat,

May 2015

I recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers for their excellent work and service in our struggle to obtain my mother, an elderly woman of 94 years of age, on medical treatment visa to live out her days in Australia. My mother was refused by immigration, no doubt due to her health and the conditions imposed by the Department of Immigration and Border Security. I, her daughter, have two brothers living in Spain; we all tried (through me) to get her visa, but highly daunting (3 years), arduous, distressing and expensive.
However, right from the beginning we were advised of all of this and I never felt as though any difficulties in achieving our goal were omitted.
Despite the frustration and heartache, our efforts were continual and our perseverance with Kinslor Prince Lawyers finally paid off. We fought together for a cause we believed was just, and due to the efforts of all involved parties, in particular Joanne Kinslor, our dream of obtaining a balance of family visa for her in Australia was made a reality. Thank you Joanne for your honesty, professionalism and work ethic. We are very grateful and you will always be in my thoughts.

— Maria Dolores Alquézar,

May 2017

There’s a saying that everything happens for a reason. Some things make you stronger, push you to your limit, and it’s in those moments that we find out what we are truly made of. That is life.
Every case has a story to tell, shaped by the people involved. Mine was a difficult one but not impossible. When I first met Joanne and David, they were clear with me. There were many possibilities for how my situation could unfold, and from the beginning I was aware of all the risks. Even so, there was something in both Joanne and David that gave me peace of mind. They encouraged me to keep going and to play my cards with honesty.
Like every story, mine had a dark moment. For me, it was when my parents were returning to Colombia after three years of not seeing them. Right after dropping them at the airport, I met with Joanne. Things were getting more difficult, and after explaining the situation she showed me more options. Even though the chances were slim, there was still a possibility of success, so I took it.
Months later, after the storm, there was a good sign. I was called for a medical examination, and along with that came these words from Joanne: “I am so pleased that things are looking so positive for your application. Your application has faced a lot of challenges, but you have been willing to face them all and so far the outcome has been the best that we could hope for.”
Days later, I received a missed call from David Brooks. When I saw his name on the screen, I felt nervous, knowing the call could change my life. Someone answered the phone, and just hearing his voice, “Hi Juan, David here”, brought a tear to my eye. Then he said: “Congratulations Juan, you are a permanent resident.”
Right after his call, Joanne sent me this message:
“It has been an honour to work for you over what has been a very difficult time in your life. I admire the fact that you decided to keep fighting for your residence even though there were many actual and potential barriers. I am sure that you will appreciate from our discussions that things could have become very difficult indeed, but you stuck with the truth and didn’t waiver and you have won.”
At this point, I am so grateful to Joanne and David Brooks. As I said before, I still do not have enough words to express my gratitude. I could not have achieved my residency without you. So, thank you God, thank you Joanne, thank you David Brooks, and thank you Kinslor Prince Lawyers. When you stick with the best, you get the best possible outcome.

— Juan Camilo Montoya Albarracin,

July 2020

I would place Kinslor Prince Lawyers in the top 10 in Australia. They helped me with two complex immigration matters. One was related to visa for my widowed father, and the other was the Prospective Marriage Visa for my fiancee.
Both these immigration matters were critical for my future as failure in either would have meant my Australian dream would be over. I would have to leave Australia, which would bring my career and hopes for the future to an end.
It was with much luck that I got introduced to Joanne Kinslor and Alasdair Dougall through another lawyer.
My experience with them was very reassuring and professional. Joanne and Alasdair allow you to do as much work you want to do yourself, or as much work you want them to do on your behalf.
They guide you through every step of the process. Their knowledge of the legal aspects and processes in immigration applications is second to none. I was feeling secure that even if my father's or fiancee's case were rejected in the first instance then I still had avenues for appeal through Kinslor Prince Lawyers. Fortunately, the outcomes in both cases were favourable and both got the visa. There were hardly any requests for further information from the immigration department as the original applications were very thorough and left no gaps.
I would highly recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers to everyone and wish you success in your immigration journey.

— Tejpal Singh,

February 2024

I am extremely satisfied with the services provided by this firm and would highly recommend them to anyone in need of legal assistance.
The team demonstrated exceptional skills and expertise, handling my case with a high degree of professionalism and persistence. From the beginning, their communication was clear and kind.
Their analysis of my legal problems was detailed and insightful, and they crafted a strategy that was both effective and well thought out throughout the process; their attention to detail was impeccable and they left no stone unturned in presenting my case even when faced with unusual or difficult aspects, they navigated through them with confidence and competence.
Overall, their dedication and support made a challenging time much easier to manage. I am grateful for their hard work and the successful outcome they achieved on my behalf.

— Julio Cesar Ramírez Vidal,

June 2024

Kinslor Prince Lawyers sets a standard for talent and professionalism that all legal firms should aspire to.
At every step they were clear, courteous, and thorough, and I felt confident my case was in the most capable hands.
I am a permanent resident today thanks to Joanne's exceptional knowledge, patience, and ability.
Her expertise made a stressful process feel effortless. I am deeply grateful for her and her team's work, and recommend Kinslor Prince Lawyers unreservedly.

— Fernando Borretti,

June 2024

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