Having an experienced and knowledgeable Canadian immigration attorney, whether the client is inside or outside Canada, is essential when dealing with the Canadian authorities. Keeping abreast of the latest developments in Canadian immigration law and the rules, policies and procedures for processing various immigration visa applications, work permits and study permits is absolutely essential in order for an effective Canadian immigration attorney to obtain successful results on behalf of the client. In addition, when a client faces enforcement proceedings such as a detention review, an admissibility hearing, or an appeal in the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada or the Federal Court of Canada, the defense skills of an experienced attorney are helpful in successfully presenting and arguing a case.
A Canadian immigration attorney represents:
Skilled individuals and entrepreneurs who wish to immigrate and make a positive contribution to Canada;
Family members wishing to immigrate to Canada to be reunited with their relatives;
– Individuals who need immigration assistance with corporate transfers;
Individuals in Canada who wish to change or regularize their immigration status;
– Individuals in Canada who may appear before immigration admission or deportation procedures.
An experienced attorney can prepare and present an impressive package highlighting a client’s most positive qualities to Canadian officials, prepare a client well for an interview at a Canadian visa or Canadian immigration office, or represent a client who may face enforcement action in Canada.
Skilled Worker Class, Canadian Experience Class, Provincial Nominee Programs, Business Class
If the client is eligible to apply to immigrate to Canada under one of these programs, an experienced Canadian immigration attorney will prepare an application package that puts the client’s qualifications and personal situation in the best light for consideration by Canadian officials.
Applications for Canadian permanent residence are processed by visa officers at Canadian consulates or embassies around the world. For an experienced attorney, adhering to applicable regulations, rules, and guidelines is only part of the job, as there is also a discretionary component that the decision-making officer is allowed to exercise. The attorney’s experience in preparing and filing these types of applications, as well as dealing with various Canadian immigration and visa officials, ensures good representation throughout the application process.
Visitor visa, study visa or work visa to Canada
If the client is applying to visit, study or work in Canada (temporary residence), a Canadian immigration attorney will assess the client’s situation, determine the most appropriate program and prepare a complete application package for consideration by Canadian officials.
Applications for Canadian temporary residence are generally considered by visa officers at Canadian consulates or embassies around the world. In some cases, an application may be submitted from within Canada. Although the determination by visa officers and immigration officers is governed by regulations, rules and guidelines, there is also an element of discretion that the decision maker is allowed to exercise. With the attorney’s expertise in these types of cases, the client is provided with good, knowledgeable representation throughout the application process.
Fostering, Humane and Compassionate Causes, Criminal Rehabilitation
If the client is already in Canada, a Canadian immigration attorney will review the specific situation and determine if the client qualifies for one of these applications to become a permanent resident of Canada.
These discretionary requests are considered by immigration officers at Canadian immigration centers. Although it is important to be fully aware of applicable regulations, rules and guidelines, an experienced attorney will be able to address circumstances relevant to a client’s specific personal situation. Experience in dealing with various immigration officials in these types of cases provides the client with effective representation throughout the application process.
Detention, Admissibility and Appeal Division Hearings, Applications to the Federal Court of Canada
If a client is facing one of these immigration procedures, an experienced Canadian immigration attorney can provide the client with effective representation in arguing the case at review, hearing, or appeal.
The key factors for a lawyer in successfully arguing a client’s case in court or in immigration court are preparation, knowledge, and experience. A Canadian immigration attorney who is fully prepared with the facts of the client’s case and the relevant legislative and judicial rulings is essential to successfully preparing the client for a hearing or appeal.
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