IMMIGRATION & REFUGEE LAW

IMMIGRATION & REFUGEE LAW

RAFI LAW Professional Corporation provides legal representation and advisory services across a broad range of immigration and refugee matters under Canadian law. Each file is approached with careful analysis, detailed preparation, and close attention to procedural requirements.

Refugee Protection and Removal Matters

The firm represents claimants at all stages of the refugee protection process, including proceedings before the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) and appeals to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD). Services also include applications for Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), judicial review proceedings before the Federal Court of Canada, and challenges related to removal orders issued by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Representation focuses on clear legal argumentation, thorough evidentiary preparation, and compliance with statutory and procedural rules.

Judicial Review of Refused Visas

The firm represents clients in judicial review proceedings before the Federal Court of Canada arising from refused immigration applications. This includes refusals of visitor visas, study permits, work permits, business-related applications, permanent residence applications, and humanitarian and compassionate requests. Representation involves a careful assessment of the refusal reasons, identification of reviewable legal or procedural errors, and preparation of court materials in accordance with Federal Court rules, with the objective of having the decision set aside and reconsidered by the decision-maker.

Mandamus for Delayed Immigration Applications

The firm also represents clients in mandamus applications where immigration applications have experienced unreasonable delays without a decision. Mandamus proceedings seek a court order requiring the responsible authority to render a decision when there has been an unjustified failure to act. Each case is assessed based on the length of delay, the nature of the application, and the surrounding circumstances to determine whether mandamus relief is appropriate

Humanitarian and Discretionary Applications

The firm assists clients with applications based on humanitarian and compassionate considerations, including submissions addressing establishment in Canada, hardship, and best interests of affected children. Each application is prepared with a structured legal framework and supporting documentation tailored to the client’s circumstances.

Temporary Residence

Legal services are provided for temporary resident applications, including visitor visas, study permits, business visitor entries, and related extensions or status issues. Advice is grounded in eligibility assessment, document preparation, and risk analysis to ensure applications are presented clearly and accurately.

Business and Economic Immigration

The firm advises individuals and businesses on business-related immigration matters, including business visitor matters and business immigration pathways. Services include eligibility assessment, strategic planning, and preparation of supporting submissions in accordance with applicable immigration programs.

Throughout all immigration and refugee matters, the firm is committed to professional judgment, transparent communication, and diligent representation at every stage of the process.