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Ghothane Lawyers is a boutique law firm specializing in niche practice areas including immigration, family, property, and business law. Founded in 2018, the firm is dedicated to providing...
Ghothane Lawyers is a boutique law firm founded in 2018 that specializes in immigration law, family law, property law, business law, and general legal services across Melbourne, Victoria. With over 500 five-star Google reviews and more than 15 years of combined attorney experience, the firm prioritizes practical legal solutions that align with each client's goals, needs, and lifestyle. The multilingual team speaks English, Nepali, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, enabling them to connect clients with quality legal services regardless of language or cultural barriers.
Immigration Law Services: Complete visa applications including skilled permanent residency, employer sponsorship, partner visas, student visas, tourist visas, temporary graduate visas, and family visas. The firm also handles visa refusals and cancellations, Administrative Review Tribunal matters, ministerial interventions, Australian citizenship applications, character provisions, health waivers, and immigration detention cases.
Corporate Immigration Solutions: Employer sponsored visa applications, sponsorship obligation guidance, HR and recruitment team training, sponsor monitoring unit responses, and comprehensive audit and compliance services for businesses employing international workers.
Family Law Matters: Divorce proceedings, property settlements, financial agreements and consent orders, spousal maintenance arrangements, child support and custody matters, wills and probate services, and family violence intervention orders.
Property Law & Conveyancing: Residential and commercial property sales and purchases, subdivision services, property transfers, contract drafting and review for both residential and commercial transactions throughout Victoria.
Business Law Services: Business sale and purchase transactions, commercial lease negotiations, business agreement drafting, council permit applications, liquor license applications, contract law matters, and dispute resolution and litigation services.
General Legal Services: Pro bono assistance for qualifying clients, solicitor's certificates, legal representation across various matters, and criminal law defense services.
Choosing Ghothane Lawyers provides clients with a firm that maintains a proven track record of over 500 five-star Google reviews and delivers personalized legal strategies focused on practical outcomes. The firm's multilingual capabilities in English, Nepali, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu ensure clear communication and cultural understanding throughout the legal process. Their value-based fee structure and flexible consultation options, including online TEAMS video calls, make quality legal services accessible. The firm demonstrates strong social responsibility through pro bono programs and community support initiatives, particularly focusing on mental health and domestic violence awareness.
The legal team at Ghothane Lawyers includes Principal Lawyer Tonnou W G Ghothane, who brings 10 years of experience in immigration law, family law, and business law. Senior Lawyer Ajay Sharma specializes in immigration law matters. The team also includes Rajaneesh Shah as a lawyer, and Harjit Singh Mahindroo who serves as both Commercial & Property Lawyer and IPA Registered Accountant. Supporting the attorneys are Legal Secretary Rabina Shakya, Paralegal and Conveyancer Pravat Paudel, and Law Student Anjana Lama.
Ghothane Lawyers offers transparent pricing with fixed or value-based fee options to suit different client needs. The firm provides a 1-hour consultation at $440.00, a 30-minute consultation at $220.00, and an initial phone consultation at $220.00. These flexible pricing options allow clients to choose the consultation format that best matches their legal needs and budget requirements.
Ghothane Lawyers is located at Level 1, 550 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. Clients can reach the firm by calling 1800 886 886 or +61 421 815 886, or by emailing info@ghothane.com.au. The firm maintains an active online presence through their website at https://ghothane.com.au/ and social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn for convenient client communication and engagement.
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I had a great experience with Gothane Lawyers. They handled my visa application so quickly and smoothly, it was granted in just one day! Huge thanks to Rajaneesh for his fast and helpful support throughout the process. Really grateful and highly recommend their service!
Working with Ghothane Lawyers was a great experience. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and delivered proper guidance. And special thanks to Rajaneesh Sir and team for going the extra mile and always being available to support my visa process. And they helped me for student visa extension and for the grant of 485 visa. Truly grateful for their dedication and guidance.
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I'm so grateful to Mr. Ajay sharma and his team. He is a highly qualified and professional lawyer. He and his team(Anjana Lama) is exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly, guided me through my subsequent entrant visa 485. Maintained clear and concise communication. Ghothane Lawyers Highly recommend.
Also I am very thankful to Tonnou W G Ghothane for the support.
Thanks to ghothane lawyers, I got my 485 visa very smoothly and within less time frame. It was such a huge relief, couldn’t have done any better without ghothane lawyers. Mr Ajay and his team did a great job with my visa process
I am so grateful of Ajay Sir and whole team. When we did not see any hope, you gave us a hope. We are so happy that my husband 485 visa came within short duration. And we got to reunite. Our happiness is beyond. Thank you for your advice and service. We are always grateful to you.
Too poor for communication and felt helpless when needed. At least they should have told, we are busy at the moment. No reply to several calls and messages.
I’m very satisfied with the service provided by Ghothane Lawyers during the short time I engaged them. Special thanks to Harjit and his paralegal, Reeti, for their prompt assistance. When I requested an urgent review of the property contract, they took action quickly and kept me constantly updated.
I recently approached Harjit at Ghothane Lawyers for some legal advice, and I was very impressed with his professionalism and clarity. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explained the legal aspects in a simple and understandable way, and offered practical guidance tailored to my situation. Harjit’s friendly and approachable manner made it easy to discuss complex matters. I truly appreciate his support and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking reliable legal advice.
I recently sought legal advice from Harjit at Ghothane Lawyers regarding a will, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. Harjit was knowledgeable, clear, and very approachable. He took the time to explain everything in simple terms and made sure I fully understood my options. His professionalism and friendly nature made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Harjit and the team at Ghothane Lawyers for anyone needing reliable legal advice.
I had the pleasure of working with Harjit from Ghothane Lawyers during the settlement of my house purchase, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the service provided. Harjit delivered absolutely amazing service—professional, efficient, and incredibly responsive throughout the entire process.
From the very beginning, Harjit was quick to take action, kept me informed at every step, and ensured everything moved smoothly and on time. Communication was always prompt and clear, making it very easy to work together and relieving a lot of the stress that typically comes with property transactions.
Harjit’s professionalism and attention to detail gave me great confidence, and I truly appreciated how approachable and supportive he was from start to finish.
I highly recommend Harjit and the team at Ghothane Lawyers for anyone looking for reliable and top-quality legal support, especially for property settlements. You’ll be in excellent hands!
Working with Harjit Singh Mahindroo on my business purchase was a smooth and reassuring experience. He took the time to explain each step and made sure I understood all the legal details involved. His calm and knowledgeable approach gave me a lot of confidence. I truly appreciate his support and guidance.
I had the opportunity to work with Harjit Singh Mahindroo on a complex legal matter, and I was truly impressed by his professionalism, discretion, and in-depth legal knowledge. He handled everything with care and confidence, ensuring I was informed and supported throughout the process. I highly recommend Harjit to anyone seeking trustworthy and expert legal assistance.
I am incredibly grateful to Ghothane Lawyers for their outstanding service and support throughout my visa application process. A special mention goes to Rajaneesh Shah, whose expertise, dedication, and professionalism truly made the difference in my case.
From the first consultation, Rajaneesh Shah took the time to understand my situation in detail and provided clear, honest, and strategic advice tailored to my goals. He was extremely knowledgeable about migration law and stayed up to date with all relevant regulations, which gave me great confidence in the process.
Rajaneesh Shah and the team were always responsive, transparent, and proactive—making sure every document was thoroughly prepared and submitted on time. Thanks to their diligence and commitment, my visa was approved smoothly and without delays.
What stood out most was their genuine care. I never felt like just another client—they treated my case with personal attention and respect.
I highly recommend Lawyers Ghotane, and especially Rajaneesh Shah, to anyone seeking trustworthy and professional migration services. They deliver results and peace of mind.
I had a difficult situation involving a financial dispute, and Harjit handled it with great care and professionalism. He made sure I understood my rights and fought to ensure I received what I was entitled to. His guidance was clear and reassuring throughout the process. I’m truly grateful for his support and highly recommend his services.
Thank you Lawyer Harijit for your effort and help during my settlement. Truly appreciate your guidance and help to resolve the issue with ease.
Harjit is a knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely caring lawyer who always puts his clients first. Honestly, he's a diamond, rare to find and incredibly valuable. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of trusted legal support.
I recently sought advice from Harjit Singh Mahindroo regarding a business purchase and was thoroughly impressed by his professionalism and deep knowledge. Harjit provided clear, strategic guidance throughout the transaction, ensuring all legal aspects were properly addressed and my interests were fully protected. Thanks to his expertise, the entire process was smooth and confident. I highly recommend Harjit for anyone needing expert legal support in business transactions.
Harjit has been an outstanding support for my legal needs. His advice was clear, practical, and tailored to my situation, giving me confidence at every step. He took the time to explain complex legal matters in a way that was easy to understand. I truly appreciate his dedication and I would highly recommend Harjit to anyone seeking trustworthy and comprehensive legal advice.
Harry is the best advisor
Working with Harjit was a smooth experience. He took care of all the legal work and made sure I understood everything before moving forward. He was friendly, patient, and always available when I needed help. I'm very happy with the service he provided.
I had a great experience with Harjit during my property purchase. He was professional but also very down-to-earth, which made it easy to talk to him. He kept me updated and made sure everything was done on time. I really appreciate all his hard work.
Excellent service
Working with Harjit was a breeze. He made sure nothing was overlooked and kept the entire process stress-free. I felt well-informed and reassured the whole way. Wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again!
Thank you so much..perfect work Trusted one …
Thanks to Harjit, what could have been a complex process felt straightforward and well-handled. I truly appreciate his dedication and highly recommend his services to anyone needing a reliable and knowledgeable commercial or property lawyer. He is the Best 👌
I would like to thank Gothane Lawyers especially Rajaneesh Shah for providing tremendous service in applying my 482 Visa, Which has been granted today on 10/04/25, I was really panicked when I first visited them due to a big mess done by my previous migration agent they literally said apply for a protection visa or go back you do not have any other option left, but gothane lawyers initial consultation worked like a therapy on me, Tonnou Gothane gave me a lot of hopes and said I will definitely get your visa grant do not worry. Gothane lawyers have always been positive, caring and professional from the day 1, Rajaneesh Shah always look after his clients and make them feel special, I personally had a great 😊 experience with him. I strongly recommend Gothane lawyers to be your lawyers, especially when you got stuck, confused and feel like all the doors are closed, Do not panic just contact them They will take care from there. Thankyou again Gothane lawyers for making me feel that I am in the safe hands.
worth every cent!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!
Absolutely happy with the service provided by Harjit during my property purchase. All the documentation was handled efficiently, and the process felt smooth and stress-free. Communication was clear and timely-every question I had was answered with patience and detail. Really appreciated the responsiveness and professionalism throughout.
Thankful for all the help and support for the guidance Suwarna dai and team. From the very beginning, you made sure that I understood each step of the process and you were always there to answer all my questions no matter how big or small.
I am truly grateful for Rajneesh Sir’s exceptional guidance and unwavering support. His deep legal expertise, patience, and professionalism made the entire process smooth and stress-free. He not only provided sound legal advice but also took the time to explain every step with clarity and confidence.
His cooperative approach and commitment to his clients are truly commendable. He always prioritized my concerns, ensuring that I felt heard and well-represented. I highly recommend Rajneesh Sir to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and trustworthy legal advisor. Thank you for your outstanding service!
Had an awesome experience working with Gothane lawyers. One and only place in our community whom you can really trust and they are really transparent with there work.Special thanks to Mr Rajneesh Shah Sir for all his guidance throughout all the panic process as I overstayed my student visa and all the other places I went before working with Rajneesh sir made me more nervous as no one could guide me in that situation. Highly recommended to everyone and thanks you all Ghothane lawyers team🙏🙏
I had a fantastic experience with Ghothane Lawyers while purchasing my café. Their team was knowledgeable, responsive, and guided me through every step of the process with professionalism. They handled all the legal aspects seamlessly, from reviewing contracts to ensuring a smooth closing. Their attention to detail and clear communication made the entire transaction stress-free. I highly recommend Ghothane Lawyers to anyone looking for reliable legal assistance in business acquisitions! Special five Star for Reeti, Anjana & Ajay. Great work guys.
I had a dream of starting my own business but had no idea where to begin. Harjit and the team at Ghothane Lawyers were absolutely incredible—they walked me through everything from the basics to the legal details, making sure I understood every step. Harjit explained things in such a simple and practical way that I never felt overwhelmed. He genuinely cared about setting me up for success and answered all my questions with patience and clarity. Thanks to his guidance, I felt confident taking the leap. If you're thinking of starting a business but don’t know where to begin, I can’t recommend Harjit enough!
I had an excellent experience working with Harjit on my business purchase. His thorough approach and deep understanding of business law made the process seamless. He reviewed every detail, negotiated effectively, and ensured a hassle-free transaction. Highly recommend!
I had an amazing experience working with Harjit and Ghothane Lawyers for my property purchase. His expertise gave me complete peace of mind, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Highly recommended!
I highly recommend Harjit from Ghothane Lawyers. He was an absolute lifesaver in my property purchase. From reviewing contracts to ensuring a seamless settlement, he handled everything with such professionalism and care.
Thank you!!!
I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to Harjit Mahindroo for his hard work and dedication in handling my case. His professionalism, attention to detail, and timely communication made a significant difference throughout the process. Harjit assisted me with recovering funds and property litigation, ensuring the best possible outcome.
It was a pleasure working with him, and I truly appreciate the support and guidance he provided every step of the way. His efforts have not gone unnoticed.
Highly recommend his services!
As a first-time property buyer, I was nervous about the process, with a million questions in my head. But Harjit made everything so easy. He answered all my questions, reviewed my documents carefully, and ensured that I was fully protected.
Thank you, Harjit, for making this experience stress-free!
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Harjit and the team at Ghothane Lawyers made selling my business an incredibly smooth process. Their expertise in business law and dedication ensured everything was handled efficiently. I highly recommend Ghothane Lawyers for anyone looking for a trustworthy legal team to handle their business transactions!
Really good experience specially withTonu dai
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Buying a property can be stressful, but Harjit from Ghothane Lawyers made it simple. He was thorough, professional, and always available to answer my questions. I couldn’t have asked for better legal support. Highly recommended.
Harjit from Ghothane Lawyers made my property purchase so much easier. His professionalism, clear explanations, and attention to detail gave me confidence throughout the process. I highly recommend him!
I can’t thank Harjit enough for his help with my business purchase. He was super clear and made sure I knew exactly what was going.
We are really thankful to Ghothane Lawyers for their service, specially the lawyer ( Mr Harjit Singh) who had represented us was great. He was absolutely client focused and worked for our best interest. His in-depth knowledge, legal skills as well as great advocacy made everything so smooth and maintained our confidences from the beginning to end. Prompt service we received from the Priciple lawyer on Mr Singh’s absence was also admirable. 🙏
Ajay Sharma is a highly knowledgable and professional lawyer. He provided us with proper guidance and solid advice while applying for my wife's partner visa.
Would recommend Ghothane lawyers to all. Very grateful for their support and guidance.
I am immensely grateful for your guidance and dedication throughout my visa application process. Your expertise, patience, and support made this journey smooth and stress-free. I would like to express my gratitude to Ghothane lawyer team and Rajaneesh dai especially. I truly appreciate your professionalism and commitment, and I will always be thankful for your help in making this possible.
Harjit from Ghothane Lawyers provided excellent legal support for the sale of my business. He was professional, detail-oriented, and ensured a smooth transaction. His expertise made the process stress-free, and I highly recommend him for any business legal matters.
Harry’s the best lawyer, absolutely the best!!
Ghothane Lawyers
level 1/550 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Melbourne VIC
Phone
+611800886886
Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
By appointment available
Languages
English
Payment Methods
Cash, Card, EFTPOS
Payment plans available
Based on 50 reviews
Divorce & Separation
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Immigration & Visas
Property Development & Planning
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