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Fasken

Immigration

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


Fasken

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Immigration - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Fasken's immigration team advises clients across an impressive breadth of sectors, including aviation, manufacturing and financial. The team frequently advises on work authorisation, permits and mobilisation, among other matters. Clients benefit from the firm's national breadth across its network of offices.

Work Highlights

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  • Fasken advised Nepean on Canadian immigration matters, including on its global mobility strategy and compliance with immigration regulations.

Strengths

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  • Fasken provides practical, well-versed and well-considered guidance. The team has an excellent understanding of our business and industry.

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  • The team has deep knowledge and expertise and understands its clients.

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  • Fasken brings a strong understanding of provincial frameworks and how they intersect with employment considerations. Their team is effective at identifying viable pathways, anticipating potential challenges and providing enhanced counselling to ensure compliance while supporting business objectives.

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  • Fasken is well-versed in all things US-Canada immigration law and up to date on everything that’s happening.

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  • They take the time to understand our operational realities, industry context and risk environment, which allows them to provide advice that is not only legally sound but also aligned with our business objectives. They show a clear appreciation of how legal considerations impact broader business decisions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Associates to watchClara Pakenham
    Associates to watchClara Pakenham

    Clara Pakenham

    Clara Pakenham is a highly rated associate who receives plaudits for her expertise in immigration matters, acting for both individual and corporate clients.

    • I really appreciate working with Clara. She provides an excellent level of service.

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    • Clara always has a business awareness in complex situations and always finds a solution.

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    • Clara is very professional and knowledgeable.

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    • We truly appreciate her responsiveness, expertise and the care she brings to our matters.

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  • Associates to watchStephanie Heinsohn-Spiropoulos
    Associates to watchStephanie Heinsohn-Spiropoulos

    Stephanie Heinsohn-Spiropoulos

    Montréal-based Stephanie Heinsohn-Spiropoulos is noted for her ability to advise both small businesses and multinational organisations on a number of matters. She is adept at providing counsel on work permits and Labour Market Impact Assessments.

    • Stephanie puts her clients at ease and takes the time necessary to ensure good collaboration and a positive outcome.

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    • Stephanie’s work is consistently highly appreciated. She is a trusted partner who provides valuable support whenever we need guidance or assistance.

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    • She consistently tailors her recommendations to reflect our operational model and provides candid advice without hesitation.

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    • Stephanie helps me a lot and understands things very quickly.

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    • She is awesome.

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Ranked Individuals at Fasken (2)

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