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Immigration, Refugee and Deportation Appeal Lawyer - Simon Graham

Immigration, Refugee and Deportation Appeal Lawyer - Simon Graham

5.0(5 reviews)Excellent (95%)
30 team members14 practice areas
022 091 5829
2/134 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013
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Review Summary

Clients consistently praise the firm's professionalism, compassion, and dedication, particularly in complex immigration cases involving overstays and criminal convictions. Simon Graham, Austin Lange, and Claudia Hillman are frequently named for their expertise and supportive approach. Clients feel reassured by clear communication and genuine care, with multiple reviewers highlighting successful outcomes for permanent residency and tribunal hearings. No negative feedback was mentioned.

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Why Choose Immigration, Refugee and Deportation Appeal Lawyer - Simon Graham?

Highly Rated

5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 Google reviews.

Full-Service Firm

Covers 14 practice areas including Construction, Corporate and Commercial, Criminal and more.

Published Hours

Open hours listed — check below for daily schedule.

Practice Areas

Construction
Corporate and Commercial
Criminal
Employment
Deportation, Refugee and Human Rights
Immigration
Insolvency and Business Restructure
Insurance
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Property and Conveyancing
Family Law
Succession Planning and Estates
Trust and Estate Disputes
Trusts

Our Team

30 team members

Austin Lange

Senior Associate

immigrationhuman rights

Brad McMurtrie

Solicitor

Bridget Read

Special Counsel

Catherine Jamieson

Consultant

Chris Cooper

Consultant

Chris Hlavac

Consultant

Claudia Hillman

Senior Solicitor

immigrationhuman rights

Courtney Hodgson

Partner

Daniel Weatherley

Partner

Deborah Kinzett

Practice Manager

Duncan Macintyre

Consultant

James Murphy

Partner

James Watson

Associate

Julia Gunn

Senior Solicitor

Justine Ackroyd

Senior Legal Executive

Keely Marbeck

Partner & Notary Public

notary public

Layton Ward

Senior Associate

Liz Robb

Senior Associate

Lucy Harman

Law Clerk

Maura Carroll

Senior Solicitor

Megan Gall

Partner

corporate lawestatestrusts

Michael Toomey

Consultant

Michelle Rossiter

Associate Legal Executive

Mitchell Rainbow

Senior Solicitor

Simon Graham

Partner

deportationrefugee lawhuman rights

Sophie Flett

Solicitor

Sunny Qin

Senior Associate

Theresa Fitzsimmons

Associate Legal Executive

Tony Kiesanowski

Consultant

Valerie Lee

Senior Associate

Client Reviews

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Minty Dhami5 months ago

The entire team is absolutely wonderful — supportive, professional, and incredibly patient throughout the process. Their dedication and guidance made all the difference, especially when things felt uncertain. We always felt that they genuinely cared about our case and worked tirelessly to help us reach a positive outcome. We can’t thank the team ( Simon, Austin, Christine) enough for their expertise and compassion. Highly recommend them to anyone going through a challenging immigration process — you’ll be in the best hands!

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Ritesh Duggal6 months ago

am writing to provide my highest commendation for Mr. Simon Graham and the exceptional legal services he has rendered on my behalf. I was faced with an extremely complex and sensitive situation, having overstayed in New Zealand for three years and, additionally, carrying the weight of a past criminal conviction. Mr. Graham approached my case with remarkable professionalism, discretion, and diligence. He navigated every challenge with an extraordinary depth of knowledge and strategic foresight, ultimately securing the restoration of my lawful status and successfully guiding me through the process of obtaining New Zealand residency. His expertise in immigration and criminal law, combined with his unwavering commitment to his clients, distinguishes him as a lawyer of the highest calibre. Throughout this process, Mr. Graham maintained the utmost integrity, clear communication, and steadfast advocacy, providing me not only with expert representation but also with reassurance during an immensely stressful time. I extend my deepest gratitude to Mr. Graham for his outstanding work and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking exceptional legal representation

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lin wenwang6 months ago

A highly professional and responsible legal team! Both Simon and Zoe are very kind people! My permanent residence visa was just approved a few days ago. The most trustworthy legal team in New Zealand! Thanks Johnny

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Svetlana Lubeznayaa year ago

My Sincere Thanks and Gratitude to the "Young Hunter Lawyers” Team To Whom It May Concern, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the “Young Hunter Lawyers” team for achieving an outstanding result in my case. You are truly exceptional—awesome, amazing, and unique professionals! I am deeply impressed and thoroughly satisfied with the level of expertise you brought to my situation. What truly sets you apart, however, is the strong set of values on which your firm is built. Kindness, graciousness, compassion, commitment, and dedication—these are the qualities I experienced throughout my journey with your team. I am so glad that I chose “Young Hunter Lawyers”, as you were able to secure a victory for my case. Simon, Austin, and Claudia represented me at the Tribunal, with Austin working directly with me. I reached out to him when there was only a month left before the hearing. From that moment, Austin showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated remarkable empathy throughout the entire legal process. He helped me navigate a difficult and stressful time, providing unwavering support at every turn. Austin’s negotiating skills are exceptional, and his creativity and innovative approach were key to resolving my legal challenges. He kept me informed at every step of the way, offering clear explanations to all my questions, which gave me much-needed peace of mind. His patience and dedication were evident, and I am forever grateful for his exceptional commitment to my case. Thank you again to Austin and the entire “Young Hunter Lawyers” team for your outstanding service. You’ve truly made a difference in my life, and I am proud to recommend your firm to anyone in need of legal assistance. With sincere appreciation, Liubezna Svitlana

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waseefa roberts10 months ago

I have had the pleasure of working with Austin Lange from Young Hunter Lawyers. He has been nothing short of professional, kind, compassionate and tailored to exactly what we needed for our case. I can testify that choosing a firm of this calibre definitely gives you peace of mind that you are being taken care of. I would highly recommend taking on the their services

Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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