The decision
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Decision maker | Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal |
| Citation | [2022] NZIACDT 10 |
| Parties | BC v Lawlor |
| Decided | 18 May 2022 |
| Licensed immigration adviser | John Desmond Lawlor, licence 201301126, expired |
The Tribunal's published summary
“Negligence / numerous breaches of Code / failed to identify qualification did not meet instructions & client’s ineligibility / failed to get approval to change visa category / failed to have written agreement / failed to respond to INZ letter / failed to inform clients they were unlawful & provide updates / failed to advise outcome / did not ensure payment for reconsideration application / failed to file requests in a timely manner & when requested / failed to confirm details of material discussions in writing / Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007, s 442 / Code of Conduct 2014, cl1, cl2e, cl18a, cl26aiii, cl26b, cl 26c / adviser conceded Code breaches & provided explanation / errors attributed to health and personal difficulties / acting pro bono does not lower standard required / no breach of cl26aiii, it does not require creation of written communications; cl26(c) does / complaint upheld”
The licensed immigration adviser in this decision
This decision concerns John Desmond Lawlor (licence 201301126, expired). See the full licence history on their profile, or compare all licensed immigration advisers in Hamilton.
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