About One Planet Migration Law, One Planet Migration Law
Tina Nematian, Founder and Principal Lawyer
Your trusted partner in Australian immigration law

About One Planet Migration Law

Migration is woven into humanity's story. At One Planet Migration Law, we honour its power to enrich lives and strengthen communities, and we make the process effortless for the people and businesses we serve.

We are an immigration law firm led by our founder and Principal Lawyer, Tina Nematian, who has more than 15 years of experience in Australian immigration law. We work with individuals, families and businesses, in person at our Sydney and Melbourne offices or by video call anywhere in Australia.

  • Fixed fees, agreed up front
  • Offices in Sydney and Melbourne
  • Video consultations Australia-wide
  • Led by Principal Lawyer Tina Nematian

Where to next

Meet the team

Get to know the lawyers, migration agent and support team behind One Planet Migration Law, and read each person's full profile.

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Book a consultation

Schedule a one-on-one consultation with Tina Nematian or Ivana Djoneski, in Sydney, in Melbourne or by video call.

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Employers: free strategy call

Hiring or sponsoring overseas talent? Request a free employer strategy call and talk through sponsorship, nominations and compliance.

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What we do

For businesses

Strategic, end-to-end support that secures the talent you need while ensuring full compliance with Australian immigration laws.

We help Australian employers, from local SMEs to global corporations, with employer sponsorship, nominations, labour agreements and DAMA, and with staying on top of sponsor obligations.

For individuals

Personalised, plain-English guidance that turns complexity into clarity, so you can move forward with confidence.

We advise on partner and family visas, skilled visas, student visas, humanitarian and protection visas, and on refusals, cancellations and appeals.

Meet our founder, Tina Nematian

Tina Nematian is an Australian immigration lawyer with over 15 years of experience helping businesses and individuals through the complexities of the migration system.

Her passion for immigration advocacy is deeply personal, born in Australia to refugee parents who fled persecution, Tina grew up immersed in the stories of resilience and transformation that define the migrant experience. This upbringing instilled in her a lifelong mission to open doors for others as they build new lives and contribute meaningfully to Australia's social and economic fabric.

Tina's core purpose is to make migration more accessible, strategic, and empowering, especially for businesses struggling to fill critical roles. She thrives on helping Australian companies, from local SMEs to global corporations, secure the overseas talent they need when the local labour market cannot meet demand. Her unmatched knowledge of employer sponsored migration pathways, combined with her ability to design innovative visa strategies, has made her a trusted advisor for employers seeking to build high performing, diverse teams.

Beyond legal strategy, Tina's broader vision is for people to truly see the power of migration. Migration has always been part of the human story. It enriches the social tapestry of a place, bringing skills, culture, language, and perspective that make communities more vibrant and dynamic. There is true beauty in diversity. When migration is embraced thoughtfully and strategically, rather than viewed through fear driven rhetoric, it becomes an incredibly valuable and transformative force for individuals, businesses, and nations alike.

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Recognition and community

Since founding One Planet Migration, Tina has led the firm to be recognised as a migration law practice in the Asia Pacific region. Under her leadership, the firm was named a winner by APAC Insider, and in 2025 Tina was named a finalist for Partner of the Year, a major achievement for both her and One Planet Migration in such a short time. She continues to strive for excellence, making the migration process clearer and more accessible for both individuals and businesses. The firm continues to grow under her leadership, with a team that collectively shares her values, drive, and commitment to excellence.

Over the course of her career, Tina has successfully guided thousands of clients through complex immigration matters, including employer sponsorships, permanent residency, visa refusals, and cancellations. Her solutions focused approach is grounded in a strong legal foundation. She is admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and is driven by her mission to enhance Australia's cultural richness and global competitiveness through migration.

Tina's commitment to social justice extends well beyond her commercial practice. She is an active pro bono contributor, working with organisations such as Aboriginal Legal Services and Anti Slavery Australia to support vulnerable migrants and survivors of trafficking. In recognition of her service, she was named a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards for Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year.

Based in Sydney where she lives with her family, Tina brings warmth, tenacity, and unmatched expertise to every case she touches. Her work is not just about compliance, it is about shaping futures, bridging gaps, and unlocking the true potential of migration. She is always open to collaborating with like minded people and organisations who share her belief in the power of migration to create opportunity and lasting impact.

Connect with Tina on LinkedIn, or read her full profile.

How we work

Transparency sits at the heart of our practice. Our fixed-fee model means you always know the cost up front, no surprises, just solutions.

  • Fixed fees, agreed up front. Before we start any work, we agree the scope and the fee in writing. Government visa application charges are separate, and we tell you what they are before you lodge.
  • Plain advice. We explain your options in plain English, including the risks and the deadlines, so you can decide with confidence.
  • In person or by video. Meet us at our Sydney or Melbourne office, or by video call from anywhere in Australia.

Consultations are one-on-one with Tina Nematian or Ivana Djoneski. You can book a time online, or send us a message through the enquiry form below.

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Ready to move forward?

Whether you are planning your own migration or growing your workforce, the first step is a conversation. Tell us your situation and we will map out your options, the process and a fixed fee before any work begins.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are you immigration lawyers or migration agents?

One Planet Migration Law is an immigration law firm led by our Principal Lawyer, Tina Nematian, who has more than 15 years of experience in Australian immigration law. We work with both individuals and businesses. If you are not sure whether you need a lawyer or a registered migration agent, our guide to migration agents vs immigration lawyers explains the difference.

Where are your offices?

We have two offices: Sydney, at Axis House, 81-83 Campbell Street, Surry Hills, and Melbourne, at Ground Floor, 470 St Kilda Road. Consultations are in person at either office, or by video call for clients anywhere in Australia. See our locations page for details.

Do you charge fixed fees?

Yes. We work on a fixed-fee model, so you know our cost up front with no surprises. The fee is agreed before work begins. Department of Home Affairs visa application charges are separate and change regularly, usually on 1 July each year. Our visa fees guide lists the current charges.

Who will I meet in a consultation?

Consultations are one-on-one with Tina Nematian, our founder and Principal Lawyer, or Ivana Djoneski, our Immigration Practice Lead. Both take appointments in person and by video. You can choose who you see on our booking page.

Do you help businesses as well as individuals?

Yes. Employer work is a large part of our practice. We help Australian businesses, from local SMEs to global corporations, with sponsorship and nominations, labour agreements and DAMA, and with meeting their sponsor obligations. Start with our employer sponsorship page or request a free employer strategy call.

What kinds of visas do you advise on?

We advise on employer sponsored visas, skilled visas, partner, parent and other family visas, student visas, humanitarian and protection visas, visa refusals and appeals, and ministerial intervention requests. Our FAQ page answers the most common questions, or book a consultation to talk through your situation.

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