Express Entry Lawyers in Toronto

Express Entry requires that a profile be created online, that the client be entered into a pool of candidates, an invitation is be extended to the candidate if chosen from the pool, followed by a permanent residence application. We help by checking your eligibility, setting up your profile for success, collecting your supporting evidence, and filing it all within the right time frame without the kind of errors or late filings that could derail a file.

We work with you to make sure that your profile is able to score as high as possible in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) through such factors as language test scores, proving prior work history, or selection for one of the recent specific healthcare, trades, or French-language category eligibility draws. We might, for instance, recommend that you obtain more Canadian work or job offers to increase the score you will received.

Legal representation is a type of insurance against such risks as being refused due to gaps or omissions in supporting documentation, a missed deadline or misunderstanding of a particular requirement. We also can offer guidance and interpretation when it comes to more complicated questions such as the eligibility criteria for some of the new specific category draws, and are responsible for ensure that all forms and documentation are filled in properly or match the requirements of IRCC officials.

We determine your admissibility under the criteria for one of the three immigration streams for which Express Entry is used – namely, Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class or Federal Skilled Trades Program – relying on selection factors such as education and work experience, language competency, and age as determinants. For candidates found not to be eligible, we may try instead to find a match for a different avenue, such as the Provincial Nominee Programs.

Fees are customized to the specifics or complexity of your case, and generally cover review of eligibility and supporting documentation, preparation of forms and submissions, completion of application, and post-ITA processing. All fees and an explanation of what is and isn't included are reviewed and signed off before work begins.

One point of contact is assigned to your file and will keep you continuously in the loop by way of regular email or phone communication, or with access to a digital portal log-in. You will be made aware of exactly what is required and when, as well as when deadlines are approaching or when further action or documentation is required by the authorities.

Updates usually go out once per week, or every other week, concerns depending on the stage of your application. Most communications with our team will be by email or via portal, with time-sensitive or urgent issues communicated by phone.

Yes. We prepare a personalized checklist tailored to your file and your profile, including results of language tests, report on educational credentials assessment, employer/back-up letters, etc. Documents are also reviewed for completeness and clarity/consistency.

Time-sensitive tasks are prioritized, including staying on top of expiry dates and progress of collecting documents and setting internal deadlines or reminders to ensure the application is submitted on time. One example would be making sure that you have secured a time for language testing or have a reference letter written in time for a draw coming up soon.

Flexible payment plans are available when necessary, and can are discussed at the time of your initial consultation on expressed concerns over your budget.

The legal professionals on our team have worked Express Entry cases since the program began in 2015 and are also deeply knowledgeable and up to date regarding the latest policy reform such as this year's Canadian work experience selection draw and the draws based on eligibility for employment within specific education-related occupations.

Yes, Law Society of Ontario LSO licensing applies to all lawyers practising in our immigration and citizenship department.

Success is defined by the approval of the application for permanent residence to Canada. Other factors are out of our control and may be only file- and fact-dependent, but representation means minimizing your chances of submitting any missteps or overlooked opportunities relating to eligibility.

You can count on being sent testimonials with your initial retainer agreement. Third-party feedback is also available through various client review sites, or by requesting a reference for one at your first meeting.

The best chances for you to increase the score you are allotted and your eligibility generally is for you to take additional language testing, obtain more Canadian experience, be selected for a provincial nominee program or be offered a valid job offer.

All storage of files is handled with the highest security and a fully encrypted digital software program. Your privacy and rights are protected under provincial and federal privacy legislation; neither files nor personal information are shared without your written permission.

Yes. We help you prepare prior a hearing or other event by way of a rehearsal/mock interview, helping you draft a written response to an additional request for documentation from IRCC, and more.

We will bring forward an appeal if you have been refused but our first step will be to review the grounds for the refusal and submit a new application correcting the error if appropriate. Any further fee requirements can be handled at that time.

All family members associated with your file are included in your case for purposes of lawyer or staff time charges; you are responsible only for the processing fee charged for each family member by IRCC. All requirements of supporting documentation for dependents are carefully checked.

Make sure to check your lawyer's Law Society registration, ensure that you are not being promised any application approvals or other outcomes, that you are provided with a written contract for clearly outlines the terms of your agreement for representation. Your contract and your lawyer's designation along with the law firm's reputation all provide you with this assurance.

Any Canadian work, study or experience gives you a better chance at a higher score in the CRS ranking. Our focus is mainly helping clients whose goal is to make the change from temporary to permanent resident status under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).