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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Immigration

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada


Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Rankings

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Immigration - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Gowling WLG is a dynamic law firm with an immigration group serving an impressive array of clients, including high-profile multinational corporations. Its experience includes assisting with US expansion issues, work permits and employee transfers. Clients in sectors such as banking, energy, technology and telecoms benefit from access to the law firm's offices across Canada, particularly in Calgary and Waterloo Region.

Work Highlights

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  • Gowling acted for BASF Canada in obtaining work permits for company hires and transfers into Canada from other international BASF entities.

Strengths

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  • The Gowling team always provides detailed and reliable advice, understands our business needs and offers solutions tailored to our ultimate goals and preferences.

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  • Gowling provides practical advice, is solutions-oriented and is experienced counsel.

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  • The Gowling team offers good follow-up and good solutions to challenging situations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Bill MacGregor
    Band 1Bill MacGregor

    Bill MacGregor

    Kitchener-based Bill MacGregor serves major clients in sectors such as technology, energy, and food and beverages. He is well-versed in advising on personnel movement and obtaining work permits.

    • Bill has excellent commercial and legal awareness.

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    • Bill MacGregor always provides exceptional service and a keen insight into the changing immigration landscape.

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    • Bill is a very good lawyer.

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    • He is top-notch counsel.

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  • Band 4Krista Schofer
    Band 4Krista Schofer

    Krista Schofer

    Based in Calgary, Krista Schofer's immigration expertise is complemented by a broader focus on employment and labour law. Drawing upon her knowledge, she advises on mobility issues, immigration strategies and employee transfers. She is admitted to practice in both Alberta and Massachusetts.

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