Personal & Business Migration Law
Expert Legal Solutions in Personal and Employer Migration
At ZBA Lawyers, we provide expert guidance across all facets of migration law—for individuals, families, and businesses alike. With nearly forty years of hands-on experience, our team ensures clients proceed with clarity and confidence through the complexities of Australia’s migration framework.
Our Areas of Expertise
Our practice covers the full breadth of migration law—from personal family visas to business sponsorships and complex case resolution.
We offer tailored support across both personal and commercial migration domains, including:
Personal Migration: Family, partner, and parent visa applications, as well as permanent residency pathways.
Business & Employer Sponsorship: Skilled worker programmes, Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visas, labour agreements, and employer compliance.
Complex Case Resolution: Appeals, bridging visa matters, and strategies for resolving refusals or procedural complications.
Comprehensive Migration Support
We provide end-to-end assistance across all aspects of the migration process, ensuring clarity and confidence at every stage.
Visa Applications: Preparation, review, and lodgement of applications, with tailored advice on selecting the right visa subclass.
Eligibility & Requirements: Guidance on English testing, health and character assessments, and supporting documentation.
Government & Agency Liaison: Direct communication with the Department of Home Affairs and other authorities to streamline processes.
Appeals & Reviews: Strategic representation in visa refusals, cancellations, and tribunal proceedings.
We also handle professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers, and other consultants.
Ziv Ben-Arie
Ziv Ben-Arie, principal of ZBA Lawyers, brings over 20 years of experience in property, construction, and commercial law. He advises individuals and businesses across residential, strata, commercial, and industrial matters—covering all development stages.
His expertise spans SOPA claims, debt recovery, shareholder disputes, caveats, easements, contamination, and strata issues. Ziv also provides specialist advice in building and construction, risk allocation, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution, with a strong focus on practical, commercially minded outcomes.
Ben Salon
Based in Sydney and practicing at ZBA Lawyers, I act and advise on the planning and environment law aspects of development projects across NSW including houses, semis, dual-occupancies, residential flat buildings, housing for seniors, boarding houses and heritage properties.
Justin K. Rickard
Justin Rickard has practised exclusively in Australian migration law for close to four decades. He works with individuals, families, and employers to navigate the visa system, offering clear pathways through an often complex process.
His practice covers family migration, skilled worker programs, employer sponsorships, and the resolution of complex visa or residency matters. Justin is known for his ability to cut through uncertainty with practical strategies and straightforward advice. Based in regional New South Wales, he also partners with local employers and communities seeking skilled migrants, supporting growth and long-term settlement outcomes.
Get in touch
For personalised assistance with your building and construction legal needs, reach out to ZBA Lawyers. Our team is committed to delivering practical, efficient, and effective legal solutions to support your project’s success.