About Michael Gao
Our team is led by Principal Solicitor Michael Gao, an accomplished Australian immigration lawyer with extensive experience in immigration industry. Michael is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate complex immigration processes, offering expert legal guidance and tailored solutions.
Michael holds a Juris Doctor’s degree from Melbourne University and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from College of Law. Over the past 7 years, Michael has worked in general practices, boutique immigration firms, and one of the largest global immigration firms. The diverse working experiences equipped him with the ability to provide legal services tailored to your need.
Michael's expertise includes:
Individual Migration
Assisting with a full range of temporary and permanent visa applications
Partner (820/801/309/100/300), Child (101/802), Parent (143/864/103/804/870)
Skilled Independent (189), Skilled Nominated (190), and National Innovation Visa (858) other work visas (400/408).
Navigating through visa complexities such as
Schedule 3 criteria,
Unlawful non-citizen status,
PIC 4020/4013/4014 criteria,
Health waiver / Character assessments
Response to s 57 Invitation to Comment / Natural Justice Letters
Providing expert guidance throughout the visa application process
Employer Sponsored Immigration
Training visas (407), Temporary Skill Shortage / Skills in Demand (482) Employer Nomination Scheme (186), Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (494/191), Labour Agreements, and DAMA applications
Appeals against Visa Refusal / Cancellations
Michael represents clients at ART (AAT) reviews, ministerial interventions, and judicial reviews for refused or cancelled visas, presenting strong, persuasive cases.
For detailed immigration guidance, contact us by filling out the form or email info@luminmigration.com.au