Who We Are

We've been helping folks cross borders and build businesses for over a decade

Our Story

Look, we get it. Dealing with immigration paperwork or setting up cross-border business deals can feel like you're stuck in quicksand. That's exactly why we started this whole thing back in 2012. Our founding partners saw too many talented people and promising businesses get tangled up in red tape, and honestly, it just didn't sit right with us.

2012

The Beginning

Started with just three lawyers in a cramped office on King Street. We had more coffee cups than clients at first, but we knew we were onto something. Our first case was helping a tech startup bring in their lead developer from Brazil - took six months but we got it done.

2015

Growing Pains

Moved to Bay Street and doubled our team. Started handling corporate immigration for mid-size companies. Had our first really tough case - a family reunification that seemed impossible. Spent countless nights figuring it out, but seeing them reunited made every late night worth it.

2018

Going International

Added international trade to our services. Turns out helping companies navigate NAFTA (RIP) and now USMCA was something we were pretty good at. Also brought on our first multilingual associates - now we operate in 12 languages, which is kinda wild.

2021

Pandemic Pivot

COVID threw everyone for a loop, including us. But we adapted fast - went fully remote for client consultations, helped dozens of businesses restructure during lockdowns, and honestly learned we could be way more flexible than we thought. Silver linings and all that.

2026

Today

We're now a team of 18, handling everything from Express Entry applications to multi-million dollar international mergers. Still in that same office on Bay Street - just took over the whole floor. We've helped over 2,000 people make Canada home and assisted countless businesses go global.

What Drives Us

No BS Approach

We don't sugarcoat things or make promises we can't keep. Immigration law is complicated enough without adding lawyer-speak to the mix. You'll always know where you stand with us.

Real People First

Behind every file is someone's dream - whether that's reuniting with family or launching a business venture. We never forget that. Your success isn't just another case number to us.

Got Your Back

When things get tricky (and they sometimes do), we dig in and fight. We've gone toe-to-toe with bureaucracy more times than we can count, and we're pretty good at it by now.

Our Mission

We're here to make the impossible feel possible. Whether you're trying to bring your spouse to Canada, hire international talent, or expand your business across borders - we've probably dealt with something similar before. Our job is to take the stress off your plate and turn confusing legal processes into straightforward paths forward. No magic tricks, just solid legal work and genuine care.

Meet The Team

The folks who'll actually be working on your case

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

Senior Immigration Partner

Sarah Chen

Credentials: LLB, LLM Immigration Law
Bar: Law Society of Ontario, 2011

Sarah's handled over 800 immigration cases. She specializes in Express Entry, family sponsorships, and refugee claims. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese - grew up helping her own family navigate the system.

Marcus Davidson
Marcus Davidson

Corporate Law Partner

Marcus Davidson

Credentials: JD, MBA
Bar: Ontario & New York, 2010

Marcus does international business deals in his sleep. He's set up cross-border operations for over 200 companies. Started his career in-house at a Fortune 500, so he gets the business side too.

Priya Malhotra
Priya Malhotra

Labour & Employment Lead

Priya Malhotra

Credentials: LLB, Certificate in Labour Relations
Bar: Law Society of Ontario, 2013

Priya knows employment law inside-out. She helps companies hire foreign workers compliantly and sorts out workplace issues. Former union rep, so she sees both sides clearly.

James O'Sullivan
James O'Sullivan

Trade & Compliance Specialist

James O'Sullivan

Credentials: JD, MA International Relations
Bar: Law Society of Ontario, 2015

James lives and breathes trade agreements. USMCA, CPTPP - he's got 'em all memorized. Spent three years with Global Affairs Canada before joining us. Makes customs compliance almost fun (almost).

Elena Rodriguez
Elena Rodriguez

Business Immigration Associate

Elena Rodriguez

Credentials: LLB, Certificate in Immigration
Bar: Law Society of Ontario, 2018

Elena focuses on work permits and business visas. She's our go-to for startup founders and tech workers. Came to Canada herself on a student visa, so she really gets the journey.

David Kim
David Kim

Corporate Transactions Associate

David Kim

Credentials: JD, BCom
Bar: Law Society of Ontario, 2020

David handles business formations and corporate restructuring. He's great with startups and small businesses going international. Background in fintech means he speaks entrepreneur.

Accreditations & Partnerships

We don't work in a vacuum - we're connected

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