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About the Firm
Beyond the Visa
The GVL Advantage
Gilton Valeo Lawyers is a market leader in corporate immigration. We are not just transactional visa administrators, but a nationally and globally recognized advisory law firm. As an advisory firm, we do things differently.
We work with clients to improve the efficiency, understanding and success of their immigration and global mobility programs in a strategic and innovative way. Our solutions do not come out of a box ready to plug and play; instead we tailor immigration advice and solutions to suit your business’ unique situation and needs.
Our dedicated team of lawyers and workforce mobility experts will work collaboratively to develop and design a streamlined, and bespoke process tailored to your existing technology, skills, and business needs.
Our lawyers provide you with a range of immigration services, focusing on quality legal
advice addressing your needs and intentions. Our quality assured systems ensure that each facet of your brief is met, and your matter receives the attention you deserve. We are comprehensive in our assessment of your situation and tailor courses of action to
exhaustively assess all your concerns.
“We help businesses use immigration as a strategic tool for growth.”
– Troy Andres, Founder & Partner
Advisory-Led
Strategic counsel, not just visa lodgements. Program design, compliance management, and proactive risk advice.
AU · NZ · Global
Licensed advisers in Australia and New Zealand. Trusted co-counsel in the US, Canada, UK, APAC, and EMEA.
Employment + Immigration
The only firm covering both sides — immigration law and workplace & employment law, integrated.
People-First
We know immigration involves real lives. Approachable, responsive, and genuinely care about outcomes.
Who We Serve
Built for the Businesses
That Move Talent Forward
Our corporate immigration and employment law practice is purpose-built for four types of organisations. Each of these organisations has different needs, and each deserves a specialist approach.
Core Audience
HR & Global
Mobility Leaders
We make your program seamless — embedded advisory, automated compliance, and a dedicated team that speaks your language.
Full sponsorship lifecycle management
vSure automated work-right checks
Compliance audits & real-time alerts
Employment law integrated
Multinational
Multinational
Employers
Enterprise-grade immigration counsel with boutique attention. AU · NZ · USA · Canada · UK through a single point of contact.
Multi-jurisdiction coverage
Labour Agreement negotiation
Accredited Sponsor maintenance
Global mobility governance
Growth Stage
Scaling Australian Businesses
Immigration and employment support that keeps pace with your hiring — without overwhelming your HR team. We set up your program and grow with you.
Business Sponsorship setup
First 482 applications end-to-end
Employment contracts reviewed
Retainer & flat-fee options
Core Audience
Professional
Services Firms
Law firms, accounting practices, consultancies — managing inbound talent and complex intersecting legal matters. Trusted advisers to advisers.
Inbound talent visa management
Special Counsel on complex matters
Referral partner arrangements
CPD training for firm teams
Employment Law + Immigration
The Only Firm Covering Both Sides of the HR Picture
When you’re sponsoring overseas workers, terminating employment, or restructuring your team — immigration and employment law collide. Most firms make you handle them separately. Our Special Counsel Sean Melbourne sits directly within our team — providing employment law advice, enterprise bargaining, workplace laws, and HR & ER services — so you never fall through the gap.
Awards & Recognition
Recognised by the Industry. Trusted by Clients
2026
Nicole Zhou –
Finalists Migration.
2025
Finalists – Best Law & Related Services Firm
2025
Fiona Wong-Lexology
Client
Choice Award
2024
Lexology Client Choice
Corporate Immigration
2024
Fiona Wong – Leading Corporate Immigration Lawyer of the Year
2024
Best Immigration Law Firm Client Choice Awards
2024
Pro Bono Scheme
Supporter
2023
Best Immigration Law Firm Client Choice Awards
2023
Migration Partner of the Year Lawyers Weekly (Winner)
2022-2023
Global Thought Leader
Who’s Who Legal
2022
Int’l Client Choice Winner
Immigration
2022
Int’l Client Choice Winner
Immigration
Featured & Published In
Google Reviews · 35+ verified
Bruna Correa
2 months ago
I’ve worked with Gilton Valeo on two separate visa processes over the past few years, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Gina and Christine provided clear guidance and advice, which made what can be a stressful process feel manageable and organised. I’m very grateful for their support, and I would recommend them to anyone needing reliable assistance.
Sita Ruwali
8 months ago
I am very grateful for the support and guidance I received from Christine throughout my visa process. She was professional, patient, and always ready to answer my questions with clarity and kindness. Her assistance made the entire journey so much smoother and less stressful. I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking visa or migration support. Thank you so much, Christine, for all your help!.
Alice McLaren Blade
6 months ago
Cannot recommend enough. Gina and Alex made this process so much easier and smoother than it could have been and it resulted in an incredibly quick visa grant. Thank you..
Mudasser Waqas
5 months ago
They are professional in their field. who simplify even complex visa matters with clarity and care. It’s been great to have their services @Alex . @ Gina.
Crystel Marie Bicera
a year ago
Gilton Valeo Lawyers team helped me and my family with our visa 482 application. Ms. Christine Le was very prompt and efficient. She was also very responsive with all my concerns and queries. Their process was vey smooth, no setbacks at all. From received to granted in just a month. Thank you Ms. Christine and team.
Gabriel Fuentealba Oyarzo
a year ago
I had the pleasure of working with this team and couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received. From the first contact, they provided professional and personalized attention, guiding me through every step of the process clearly and efficiently. They took the time to explain all my options and answer my questions, making me feel secure and supported throughout. Thanks to their experience and dedication, I was able to achieve the result I hoped for. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing assistance with immigration matters.
Our Partners Leading Your Matter
Troy Andres
Founder & Partner
“I help businesses use immigration as a strategic tool for growth.” Troy has practised corporate immigration for over 20 years. His passion started in high school writing about Australia’s skills shortage for the NSW Parliament. He advises mining giants, fast-growth tech companies, and global multinationals. B.Laws / B.Business, UTS. Licensed Immigration Adviser, New Zealand (#201900522). Former Manager at EY. He understands that each business and each person is unique — the goal is always seamless, fluid systems for attracting and retaining the best talent.
Who’s Who Legal Global Thought Leader 2022 & 2023
Lawyers Monthly Corporate Immigration Lawyer 2023
Lawyers Weekly Migration Partner of the Year Finalist 2022 & 2023
Fiona Wong
Managing Partner
“Culture-led, compliance-minded, people-first.” Fiona’s story is one of following her gut. She immigrated from Hong Kong, fell in love with immigration law, left a secure Deloitte in-house role without a plan, and chose Gilton Valeo because the culture felt right. That decision led to becoming Managing Partner. Juris Doctor, UTS; B.Sc. Pharmacology & Physiology, University of Sydney. Previously at Berry Appleman & Leiden and Deloitte. Active speaker on the LOVE+RELO show, contributor to Forbes India, and published on Mondaq, LiveMint, and WorldWide ERC
Lawyers Weekly Migration Partner of the Year — Winner 2023
Lexology Client Choice Award — Corporate Immigration 2022 & 2024
Women in Law Executive of the Year Finalist 2021
Blog
ImmiUpdates
ImmiUpdates delivers clear, global insights on immigration, mobility, and employment law, helping businesses, professionals, and individuals stay informed across changing legal landscapes.
Australia’s Tech Industry and Migration: A Snapshot
Posted on April 24, 2026 by James Kilborn
Immigration: A High‑Impact Lever to Help Deliver Australia’s Housing Target
Posted on April 23, 2026 by Alex Foo
Mining Australia’s Future: Why Skilled Migration is a Strategic Imperative
Posted on April 13, 2026 by Qasim Ali Khan
Understanding Professional Services Migration and the Specialist Skills Stream in Australia
Posted on April 16, 2026 by Christy Hungerford
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