August 5, 2024
Five Key Reasons You May Need an Immigration Lawyer in Toronto for your Immigration Journey to Canada
Immigration to Canada could be a very taxing and complex process. Not everybody has the patience, expertise or basic legal knowledge to submit any application on their own. We see many self-represented clients each week overwhelmed by the process or that have already been refused. Sometimes the consequences are not reversible. Applicants unknowingly took steps that led them to becoming inadmissible to Canada. Listening to what “others” advised.
Five key reasons to consider at the very least having a consultation with an immigration lawyer before taking any steps that may change the course of your immigration journey with Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
- Is my case routine or complex? From the very beginning, an immigration lawyer in Toronto will assess your specific situation, assess your eligibility for various immigration pathways and advise you on the most suitable options for your situation. You may be seeking temporary residency, permanent residency, or citizenship, and an immigration lawyer can advise how the requirements apply or do not apply to you. If there are other considerations that take your case out of routine processing pathways.
- Is my information current? First, the great majority of people do not have the legal expertise and cannot know how to keep track of the Canadian immigration laws that are complex and change constantly. For an immigration lawyer in Toronto, it is their professional obligation to keep up with the changes and possess the requisite knowledge and experience to navigate these laws and regulations effectively. They should have an honest discussion with applicants and provide guidance on the appropriate if any, visas, permit, or citizenship application based on your unique circumstances. Inside information: it is not easy for even immigration lawyers to keep up with the frequent changes but thankfully we do this everyday and have the time and expertise to navigate the changes.
- Am I or my family member eligible or worse, inadmissible to Canada? Our immigration lawyers in Toronto are constantly on the lookout to determine if you or a family member are inadmissible. In certain cases, a family member makes you inadmissible to Canada. If I am eligible knowing the immigration law and regulations and assisting with the preparation of your entire application, from A to Z, with your support, in a team effort ensures your matter is presented to IRCC in the best possible light, observing the strict requirements of the Canadian immigration laws. Our immigration lawyers can help prevent common errors or omissions that could delay or jeopardize your application.
- What if my circumstances or the law change then what? During the processing of applications, in a few instances, complications arise, such as a request for additional documentation or an interview with immigration officials. An immigration lawyer in Toronto can represent your interests, advise on how to respond to any queries and prepare you for an interview with the authorities, if applicable. They may alleviate and address any concerns that may arise. The same holds true if a change occurs to the law, the immigration lawyer can advise and pivot your case where possible as required.
- Minimizing delays and errors. We see many clients each week who applied on their own, only to have their applications returned, due to errors or missing information and/or documents. In many cases, the process would be delayed with dire and in some unfortunate cases irrevocable consequences for the applicant. A skilled immigration lawyer can help streamline the process, minimize delays, and maximize the likelihood of a successful outcome.
Future blogs will address how our Toronto based immigration lawyers can help with appeals and refusal. But in all, keep in mind these five tips if you are in a position to consult with an immigration lawyer in Toronto to help you navigate the complexities of immigration law and processes and helps you start living and stop worrying!