AKL Immigration Law – Canadian Immigration Lawyer

Ottawa-Based Immigration Lawyer

Taking the stress out of immigration

AKL Immigration Law provides sound legal advice to individuals seeking to immigrate to Canada. Whether you have been previously refused or are applying for the first time, we can help make your immigration goals a reality.

Our Values

Effective Representation

Every case is different. AKL Immigration Law will work closely with you to devise a tailored strategy best suited for your needs

Communication

We will answer your questions and concerns when preparing your application and after it is submitted.

Honesty and Transparency

We will provide you with an honest assessment of the options available to you so that you can make an informed decision. Before submitting your application, we will provide you with all the underlying documents to review to ensure that you have knowledge of what is being submitted.

Services

Areas of Practice

With an exclusive focus on immigration law, we specialize in providing comprehensive legal services to individuals, families, and businesses seeking to establish themselves in Canada. With the everchanging landscape of immigration policies, AKL Immigration Law will guide you through every step of the way to achieve your immigration goals.

Temporary Residence

❖ Temporary Residence Visa

❖ Electronic Travel Authorization

❖ Super Visa

❖ Temporary Resident Extensions (Visitor Record) and Restorations

❖ Student Visas (Study Permits)

❖ Business Visitor Visa

❖ Labour Market Impact Assessment Work Permits (LMIA)

❖ LMIA Exempt Work Permits

Permanent Residence and Citizenship

❖ Spousal Sponsorship for Spouses, Common-Law Partners

and Conjugal Partners

❖ Parental and Grandparent Sponsorship

❖ Express Entry

❖ Provincial Nominations

❖ Start Up Visa

❖ Investor Visa

❖ Application for Permanent Residence on Humanitarian and

Compassionate Grounds (H&C)

❖ Permanent Residence Cards

❖ Permanent Residence Travel Documents (PRTD)

❖ Permanent Residence Renewals with H&C Grounds

❖ Citizenship Applications

Inadmissibility and Appeals

❖ Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC)

❖ Criminal Rehabilitation Application

❖ Admissibility Reports (Section 44 Report)

❖ Admissibility Hearings

❖ Detention Review

❖ Immigration Appeal Division Hearings

❖ Misrepresentation

❖ Procedural Fairness Responses

❖ Judicial Review at the Federal Court

About

Located in the National Capital Region, we exclusively practice Immigration Law. Prior to opening his law practice in Ottawa, Mathew Akl has worked at immigration law firms in Montreal and Toronto including Matkowsky Immigration Law and AKM Law. In these positions, Mathew has experience in preparing complex immigration applications including previously refused applications, humanitarian and compassionate applications, sponsorships, work permits, study permits, and visitor visas. Mathew prides himself on obtaining positive results for his clients. In addition to his experience working at immigration law firms, Mathew has also worked at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Mathew attended the University of Ottawa’s joint Common Law and Political Science program. As the son of immigrants, Mathew is aware of the struggles and adversities that come with moving to Canada and is committed to making the process as seamless as possible. Mathew is proud to offer services in English, French and Arabic.