Kris Ahn
LPN 5511300
Solicitor Director
Accredited Specialist
Immigration Lawyer
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About
Kris Ahn is the Founder and Principal Lawyer of Kris Ahn Lawyers and an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law. With extensive experience in all areas of Australian immigration law, he specialises in complex cases involving unlawful non-citizens, visa refusals, and cancellations.
Fluent in English and Korean, Kris is dedicated to clear communication and transparency, ensuring his clients fully understand their legal options. Coming from a migrant background, he has personally experienced the challenges of the merits review process (formerly MRT, now ART) and Ministerial Intervention. This personal journey fuels his strategic approach, allowing him to develop strong, persuasive cases tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
Recognised for his problem-solving skills and ability to find alternative solutions, Kris is committed to delivering high-quality legal representation. His passion for mentorship and innovation continues to shape the field of immigration law, ensuring clients receive expert guidance at every stage of their journey.
Journey
Kris’s career in immigration law started even before completing his law degree, when he took on his first legal role at a migration agency in Sydney. With a double degree in Law and Business (Finance), he was admitted as a solicitor in New South Wales in 2011 and has since worked across multiple jurisdictions, including Western Australia and Queensland.
Quickly gaining recognition, Kris led a team of migration agents and solicitors, successfully establishing and managing a Sydney office for his previous firm as Director. In 2016, he became an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law, making history as the youngest specialist in Australia and the first of Korean descent to achieve this distinction.
In pursuit of excellence and client-focused service, Kris founded Crux Migration in 2017, which later merged with another firm in 2019. In 2022, he established Kris Ahn Lawyers, reinforcing his commitment to professionalism, transparency, and delivering outstanding legal outcomes.
Languages Fluent
- English
- Korean
Note-Worthy Achievements
Specialist Accreditation Exam
In 2016, during his 5th year as a lawyer, Kris applied for a Specialist Accreditation exam. For any lawyer, this is one of the most important and official recognition of a lawyer’s expertise in a specific area of law.
There were only 5 lawyers who passed the 2016 exam and Kris was one of them. At the time of his accreditation achievement, Kris was the youngest and only Korean Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law.
Notary Public - NSW
Allowing him to verify and certify important documents for international uses.
Australian Notaries Public are appointed by the Supreme Court of the relevant State or Territory in which they intend to practice, except in Queensland where Notaries are appointed under its common law heritage by England’s Archbishop of Canterbury, acting through the Master of the Faculties.
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Client Testimonials
5.0
I highly recommend Kris Ahn Lawyers. Their assistance with my migration matter was exceptional. Kris and his team demonstrated professionalism, care, and expertise throughout the process. They were incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and patient in explaining complex matters related to my application. Thanks to their guidance and expertise, my case was handled efficiently and successfully. Truly grateful for their outstanding service.
Michael Attieh
Immigration
Kris Ahn and his team were absolutely amazing throughout my visa application process. They were professional, approachable, and always made me feel supported. Kris explained everything clearly and guided me step by step, which made a stressful process so much easier. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, my visa was granted! I’m incredibly grateful and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for immigration help.
Sel Lee
Immigration
Working with Kris on my permanent residency was fantastic. His detailed explanations made the process clear and manageable. Kris’s passion and preparedness were outstanding, ensuring all aspects were thoroughly covered. I highly recommend his services to anyone on their immigration journey.
Ho Jong Jeong
Permanent Residency
I’m so happy to share my experience with Kris! I will never forget the day I have spoken to him, and he is the only one who reassured & believed in my application that I will have a positive outcome with my Australian PR journey and it did! He always responded my stupid questions and reassured me whenever required. 🙏 You’re the STAR 😊
Puskar Kadel
Permanent Residency
I am deeply grateful to Tony Huang for his invaluable assistance with my 820 visa application, which was successfully approved. From start to finish, Tony exhibited remarkable professionalism, extensive expertise, and a genuine commitment to ensuring the best possible outcome. His meticulous attention to detail, unwavering dedication, and clear, timely communication made what could have been a stressful process feel seamless and manageable. I have full confidence in recommending Tony Huang to anyone seeking immigration services—his exceptional support and outstanding service truly stand out, making him a trusted and reliable partner in navigating complex visa applications.
Jie Cheng
Partner Visa
I had an excellent experience Kris Ahn Lawyers throughout my 482 visa application process. From the initial consultation, they were professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Communication was prompt and transparent, and they ensured all my documentation was accurate and submitted on time since i was in rush after my previous visa refused. Thanks to Daman and Kris Ahn Lawyers team, their expertise, my visa was granted smoothly without any issues. I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking visa assistance!
Atitarn Ray
482 Visa
I was able to navigate my journey to apply for permanent residency thanks to Kris. His professionalism and thorough work made everything possible for me to become a permanent resident. It has definitely been a pleasure working with Kris, and I am happy to say he’s one of the best lawyers I have ever met.
Kim Yoori
Permanent Residency
I was able to navigate my journey to apply for permanent residency thanks to Kris. His professionalism and thorough work made everything possible for me to become a permanent resident. It has definitely been a pleasure working with Kris, and I am happy to say he’s one of the best lawyers I have ever met.
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