Nilesh Bansal is the Principal Solicitor and Founder of Aurelia Legal, a specialist Australian immigration law firm. He has extensive experience advising employers, government organisations and individuals on all aspects of Australian migration law, with particular expertise in employer-sponsored migration, labour agreements, skilled migration, compliance, partner and family visas, protection visas and Australian citizenship.

Before entering the legal profession, Nilesh served for over 20 years in the Indian Army, retiring with the rank of Colonel. His military career developed his leadership, strategic planning and operational management skills, which continue to underpin his practical and solutions-focused approach to legal practice.

Nilesh is passionate about supporting Australia’s skilled workforce needs while strengthening Australia–India economic and professional ties. Through his work with businesses, industry bodies and government stakeholders, he actively promotes cross-border collaboration, workforce mobility and investment opportunities between the two countries. He is committed to advancing ethical practice, professional excellence and innovation within the migration advice profession.