Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Immigration Partner in Edmonton
Shawar Law has been providing comprehensive immigration legal services since 2007, specializing in permanent residence, temporary residence, citizenship applications, and immigration litigation. With over 15 years of experience, our firm handles cases before the Federal Court of Canada, Immigration Appeal Division, and Immigration and Refugee Board. We prioritize personalized client consultations, ensuring applications are processed with the attention they deserve.Our proven track record includes successfully navigating complex cases, including family sponsorship, work permits, and inadmissibility issues. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, expertise, and commitment to achieving immigration objectives for individuals and businesses. We operate from Edmonton, Alberta, serving clients nationwide.
Services
Immigration Consultations
Permanent Residence Applications
Temporary Residence Visas
Citizenship Applications
Family Sponsorship
Work Permit Applications
Inadmissibility Defense
Detention Review
PR Card Renewal
Criminal Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of immigration law expertise since 2007
- Specialize in complex immigration litigation and tribunal representation
- Provide personalized consultations tailored to individual circumstances
- Proven success in family sponsorship and permanent residence applications
- Ranked among Edmonton's top 3 immigration law firms
What people say
Excellent immigration lawyer
Professional demeanor
Successful sponsorship cases
Top-tier legal services
Exceptional client support
Services
Permanent Residence Applications
We assist clients with all permanent residence pathways including economic class, family sponsorship, and humanitarian cases. Our expertise ensures applications meet strict regulatory requirements while addressing individual circumstances. Clients benefit from our proven success in complex cases.
Family Sponsorship
Specializing in family reunification, we handle spousal, partner, and dependent child sponsorships. Our team navigates complex requirements to ensure applications meet financial and documentation standards. We provide clear guidance throughout the process.
Citizenship Applications
We guide clients through Canadian citizenship requirements including residency, language, and knowledge tests. Our support includes application preparation and test readiness strategies. We address complex cases involving prior rejections.
Inadmissibility Defense
Our firm represents clients in immigration inadmissibility cases including criminality and misrepresentation. We develop strategic defenses for hearings before immigration tribunals. We specialize in rehabilitation applications and work permits.
Work Permit Applications
We assist with temporary work permits including LMIA applications and employer-specific authorizations. Our services cover compliance requirements and status maintenance. We address complex cases involving LMIA exemptions.
People
Eric Shawar
Immigration Lawyer
Graduate of University of Alberta Law School with 15+ years of immigration law experience. Specializes in complex immigration cases and litigation. Recognized as one of Edmonton's top immigration lawyers. Leads Shawar Law's team in handling challenging cases.
Ankit
Legal Associate
Experienced immigration specialist with expertise in family sponsorship and humanitarian cases. Known for detailed application preparation and client communication. Plays key role in complex case strategy development.
Lydia
Immigration Consultant
Certified immigration professional with focus on temporary residence applications and compliance. Provides expert guidance on visa requirements and documentation standards. Maintains high approval rates for client applications.
Questions
What immigration services do you specialize in?
We specialize in permanent residence, family sponsorship, citizenship, work permits, and immigration litigation. Our expertise includes complex cases involving inadmissibility and tribunal appeals.
How long does spousal sponsorship processing take?
Average processing time for spousal sponsorship is 12 months. We provide strategic guidance to ensure applications meet all requirements and avoid delays.
Can you help with urgent immigration cases?
Yes, we prioritize urgent cases including status restoration and detention reviews. Our team provides expedited services for time-sensitive immigration matters.
Do you offer consultations for immigration options?
We provide comprehensive consultations to assess immigration pathways tailored to individual circumstances. Our consultations include detailed guidance on eligibility and requirements.
Are your fees competitive for immigration services?
Our fees reflect our expertise and success rate in complex cases. We provide transparent pricing with clear value demonstrated through successful client outcomes.
