Business Details
17 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Immigration Appeals Lawyer in Surrey, BC
Harding Malvin is a dedicated immigration law practice with over 33 years of experience advocating for clients in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2009, our firm builds upon decades of legal expertise from both the UK and Canadian jurisdictions. We specialize in immigration appeals, refugee claims, and citizenship matters, offering strategic representation grounded in a deep understanding of Canadian immigration law.Our practice is distinguished by a commitment to excellence, evidenced by accolades such as the 2022 Queen's Platinum Jubilee Award. We prioritize transparent communication, personalized service, and rigorous legal analysis to achieve successful outcomes for individuals, families, and businesses navigating complex immigration challenges.
Services
Sponsorship Appeals
Visa Refusal Appeals
Judicial Reviews
Inadmissibility Appeals
Refugee Claims Representation
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 33+ Years of Combined Legal Experience in UK and Canadian Immigration Law
- Recipient of the 2022 Queen's Platinum Jubilee Award
- Transparent Fee Structure with No Hidden Costs
- Proven Success in Complex Immigration and Refugee Appeals
- Personalized Legal Strategies for Individual Client Needs
Associations and certifications
- Queen's Platinum Jubilee Award
What people say
Simply amazing
Top tier services
Successfully reunited families
Professional and patient
Strategic legal solutions
Services
Sponsorship Appeals
We specialize in challenging refused family sponsorship applications before the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). Our expertise ensures thorough preparation of appeals, including gathering critical evidence and presenting persuasive arguments to reunite families. With deep knowledge of IAD procedures, we guide clients through complex legal requirements to maximize success rates for spousal, parental, and child sponsorship cases.
Judicial Reviews
Our firm represents clients in Federal Court judicial reviews of immigration refusals. We analyze refusal reasons, identify legal errors, and prepare robust applications for leave and judicial review. With strict deadlines of 15-60 days post-refusal, we act swiftly to preserve clients' rights while ensuring comprehensive legal arguments to overturn unjust decisions.
Refugee Claims Representation
We provide comprehensive representation for refugee protection claims before the Refugee Protection Division. Our services include case strategy development, evidence collection, witness preparation, and persuasive oral submissions. We guide clients through documentation requirements and legal standards to strengthen claims based on persecution risks or human rights violations.
Visa Refusal Appeals
We handle appeals for refused temporary residence applications, including work and study permits. Our approach combines legal analysis of refusal grounds with tailored solutions to address immigration officer concerns. We leverage extensive experience with Immigration Appeal Division procedures to challenge unjustified refusals and secure permits for clients.
Inadmissibility Appeals
Our firm challenges inadmissibility determinations and removal orders before the Immigration Appeal Division. We develop defense strategies against deportation, focusing on humanitarian considerations, rehabilitation evidence, and legal misinterpretations. With adversarial proceedings involving government lawyers, we provide critical representation to protect clients' residency status.
People
Malvin J Harding
Immigration Appeals Lawyer
Vancouver-based immigration lawyer with 33+ years of experience in Canada and the UK. Recipient of the 2022 Queen's Platinum Jubilee Award for community service. Specializes in complex immigration appeals, refugee claims, and citizenship matters with a proven track record of successful outcomes.
Questions
What happens during an initial consultation?
We review your case details, explain legal options, and provide strategic recommendations tailored to your immigration situation.
Can I appeal a visa refusal decision?
Yes, most visa refusals can be challenged through judicial review in Federal Court or appeals to the Immigration Appeal Division.
How long do I have to file an appeal?
Federal Court judicial reviews require action within 15 days (Canada) or 60 days (abroad) of refusal notification.
Do I need a lawyer for a sponsorship appeal?
While not mandatory, experienced legal representation significantly improves success rates in complex sponsorship appeals.
What immigration cases qualify for judicial review?
Most decisions by Canadian immigration authorities, including visa refusals, citizenship denials, and removal orders, qualify for judicial review.
Is 24/7 legal assistance available?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency legal support for urgent immigration matters and removal order appeals.
