Immigration Associate – North York Permanent NEW

Full service law firm is growing! The team is looking to add an Immigration Associate.

The firm offers: competitive salary, full benefits including an rrsp and many other perks.

The Role

• Managing a broad range of immigration matters, including:
  • Temporary Resident applications (visitor visas, work permits, study permits)
  • Permanent Residence applications
  • Family sponsorships
  • Status extensions and restorations
  • Corporate immigration matters
• Advise individuals and corporate clients on Canadian immigration strategies and compliance matters
• Prepare, review, and oversee immigration applications and supporting documentation for submission to IRCC, ESDC, and other government departments.
• Draft legal submissions, correspondence, and client communications.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in immigration law and policy.
• Manage application timelines, deadlines, biometrics, medical requests, and decisions.
• Represent clients before administrative tribunals and government bodies where required.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to support client needs.

Skills / Experience

• Member in good standing with the OBA.
• 5+ years of experience practicing immigration law in Canada.
• Strong understanding of Canadian immigration processes and procedures, including IRCC application requirements and timelines.
• At least a partial book of business in the area of immigration law.
• Familiarity with LMIA applications and employer compliance requirements.
• Experience navigating various IRCC portals (representative, PR, personal, employer, etc.).
• Experience handling corporate immigration matters, including work permit applications under the International Mobility Program.
• Experience in U.S. personal and corporate immigration matters is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to independently manage a busy practice while working collaboratively within a team environment.
• Business development experience or an interest in growing a practice is considered an asset.