Immigration Lawyer

Insight Global; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Immigration Lawyer for a cross-border legal services client in Vancouver, BC. The lawyer will manage a diverse portfolio of Canadian immigration matters, advising on strategies, applications, admissibility, compliance and appeals, and will prepare submissions for authorities and tribunals.

Candidate must be licensed in Canada with 5+ years in Canadian immigration law and US licensure is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Canada.
• 5+ years experience practicing Canadian immigration law.
• Experience advising clients on immigration applications, admissibility, compliance, and appeals.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and legal writing skills.
• Experience preparing applications, submissions, opinions, and supporting documentation.
• Strong client-facing communication and expectation-management skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Licensed to practice law in the United States.
• Strong familiarity with U.S./Canada cross-border legal matters.
• Experience with cross-border injury or related cross-border matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on Canadian immigration options, strategies, and legal requirements.
• Conduct assessments and handle immigration applications and appeals.
• Prepare and review applications and supporting documentation.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions, submissions, and correspondence.
• Represent clients before applicable immigration authorities and tribunals.
• Manage active case files, deadlines, and filing requirements.
• Provide clients with proactive updates on case progress and next steps.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex U.S./Canada cross-border matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Case management

Attention to detail

Cross-border matters

Education

Bar admission in Canada

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Immigration Lawyer for a specialized cross-border legal services client in Vancouver, BC. This individual will manage a diverse portfolio of Canadian immigration matters, advising clients on immigration strategies, applications, admissibility, compliance, and appeals. The lawyer will prepare legal submissions, conduct research, represent clients before relevant authorities and tribunals, and manage cases from assessment through resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced immigration lawyer who values client service and wants exposure to sophisticated U.S./Canada cross-border matters. Canadian licensure is required, while the ability to practice law in the U.S. is a strong asset.

Day-to-Day:

• Advise clients on Canadian immigration options, strategies, and legal requirements
• Conduct assessments and handle immigration applications and appeals
• Prepare and review applications and supporting documentation
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions, submissions, and correspondence
• Represent clients before applicable immigration authorities and tribunals
• Manage active case files, deadlines, and filing requirements
• Provide clients with proactive updates on case progress and next steps
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex U.S./Canada cross-border matters

Skills and Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Canada
• 5+ years experience practicing Canadian immigration law
• Experience advising clients on immigration applications, admissibility, compliance, and appeals
• Strong legal research, analytical, and legal writing skills
• Experience preparing applications, submissions, opinions, and supporting documentation
• Strong client-facing communication and expectation-management skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities
• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation
• Licensed to practice law in the United States
• Strong familiarity with U.S./Canada cross-border legal matters
• Previous experience with cross-border injury or related cross-border matters

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].