Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Calgary Immigration Law Firm
Phoenix Legal is a Calgary-based law firm with over 33 years of experience in immigration law, criminal defense, and business legal services. Our team of dedicated lawyers prioritizes personalized service, treating clients as individuals rather than case files. We specialize in permanent and temporary residency applications, citizenship processes, refugee hearings, and criminal litigation, leveraging deep expertise in Canadian immigration policies and federal court representation. Our managing director, Abdul W.M. Souraya, brings over 32 years of legal experience, having practiced in both Alberta and Ontario.We emphasize procedural transparency, thorough consultation, and strategic solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our commitment to community service and continuous legal education ensures we remain at the forefront of immigration law advancements. With multilingual support in English, French, and Arabic, we serve clients locally and globally, maintaining a strong track record of successful immigration and legal outcomes.
Services
Permanent Residence
Temporary Residence
Citizenship Applications
Criminal Defense
Refugee Hearings
Sponsorship Cases
Extradition Defense
Business Immigration
Work Permit Applications
Immigration Appeals
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Over 33 years of combined experience in immigration law
- Personalized service treating clients as individuals
- Federal court representation for complex cases
- Multilingual support in English, French, and Arabic
- Proven track record in immigration appeals and refugee hearings
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Alberta
- Law Society of Upper Canada
What people say
Excellent Service
Highly Recommended
Professional
No problems whatsoever
Personalized service
Services
Permanent Residence
Our permanent residence services assist clients in obtaining Canadian residency through federal skilled worker programs, family sponsorship, provincial nominee programs, and humanitarian applications. We ensure compliance with eligibility criteria, prepare documentation, and represent clients in appeals. Our expertise covers complex cases including spousal sponsorships and refugee pathways.
Temporary Residence
We facilitate temporary residence permits for work, study, and visitor visas. Our services include Labour Market Impact Assessments, NAFTA professional applications, and temporary resident permit preparation. We specialize in transitioning temporary residents to permanent status through programs like the Canadian Experience Class.
Citizenship Applications
Our team guides clients through Canadian citizenship applications, including residency requirement assessments, test preparation, and ceremony coordination. We handle complex cases involving multiple absences from Canada and provide representation for refused applications and federal court appeals.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing criminal charges including impaired driving, drug offenses, and extradition requests. Our services cover bail applications, trial representation, and appeals, with a focus on protecting clients' rights and minimizing immigration consequences of criminal charges.
Refugee Hearings
Phoenix Legal represents clients in refugee protection claims and appeals before the Immigration and Refugee Board. We prepare comprehensive Basis of Claim submissions and handle deportation defense, focusing on humanitarian grounds and family reunification arguments.
People
Abdul W.M. Souraya
Managing Director
With over 32 years of legal experience since 1991, Mr. Souraya specializes in immigration law and criminal defense. He holds memberships in the Law Society of Alberta and Law Society of Upper Canada, and has appeared before Canada's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Immigration.
Questions
How do I apply for Canadian permanent residency?
We guide clients through PR applications via Express Entry, family sponsorship, provincial nominee programs, and humanitarian grounds, ensuring all documentation meets immigration requirements.
Can you help with refugee protection claims?
Yes, we prepare refugee applications and represent clients in hearings before the Immigration and Refugee Board, focusing on humanitarian grounds and family reunification.
What immigration services do you offer businesses?
We assist with business immigration needs including work permits, corporate relocations, and compliance with immigration regulations for employers.
Do you handle citizenship application refusals?
Yes, we represent clients in citizenship appeal cases before the Federal Court, addressing issues like residency requirements and documentation problems.
What criminal defense services do you provide?
We defend clients against charges including impaired driving, drug offenses, and extradition requests while addressing potential immigration consequences.
