Immigration Lawyer

Pay: CA$100,000.00-CA$125,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Unified Immigration Lawyers (formerly Matkowsky Immigration Law) is a growing Canadian and U.S. immigration law firm based in Toronto. We work with individuals, families, entrepreneurs, employers, and corporations on a wide range of Canadian and U.S. immigration matters.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Immigration Lawyer to join our growing legal team. This is an opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys working directly with clients, managing files from start to finish, and handling both straightforward and complex immigration matters.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, confident in their legal judgment, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Prior immigration law experience is required.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of Canadian immigration law experience required.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian immigration law and procedures.
• Experience managing immigration files independently from start to finish.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Strong client-service skills and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to your work.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with a broader legal team.
• Strong interest in staying current with developments in immigration law and practice.

Job Duties:

• Conduct client consultations and assessments to identify immigration options and determine appropriate legal strategies.
• Manage a diverse caseload of Canadian immigration matters from initial consultation through to completion.
• Advise clients on eligibility, application requirements, timelines, procedural issues, and potential risks.
• Prepare and review applications, supporting documentation, legal submissions, procedural responses, and other materials for submission to government authorities.
• Handle both routine and complex immigration matters, exercising sound legal judgment and attention to detail.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on changes to Canadian immigration legislation, regulations, policies, and case law.
• Represent clients in appropriate proceedings before the Federal Court, Immigration and Refugee Board, and other relevant tribunals and government bodies.
• Communicate directly with clients by telephone and email, providing clear and timely advice throughout the immigration process.
• Identify potential issues early and develop practical solutions to keep matters moving forward.
• Review work prepared by legal support staff and provide guidance, direction, and feedback as required.
• Collaborate with other lawyers, paralegals, articling students, and administrative staff to ensure files are managed efficiently.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives related to training, knowledge sharing, technology, and process improvement.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and professional team environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely file records and ensure compliance with applicable Law Society requirements.
• Participate in business development and client relationship activities, where appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: $100,000–$125,000, commensurate with experience
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Commission on retained clients
• Extended health, dental and vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Coverage of Law Society of Ontario and LAWPRO fees
• Fully remote work environment

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote