Role overview

Immigration Lawyer (General Talent Pipeline) Location: Remote (Canada, Eastern Time Hours)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: CAD $100,000 – $200,000 Base Salary
Role Overview A pioneering, full-service Canadian immigration law firm that has been assisting newcomers since the 1970s is seeking talented Immigration Lawyers to join its team. This is a general talent pipeline role designed to connect with legal professionals across various seniority levels-from mid-level practitioners to managing attorney and partner-level candidates.
The firm is undergoing a pivotal transformation and is specifically looking for forward-thinking lawyers who are excited about the intersection of immigration law and Artificial Intelligence.
Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive Case Management: Handle a diverse and broad portfolio of Canadian immigration matters, including Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Family Sponsorship, Work Permits, and Inadmissibility cases.
Client Representation: Expertly advise and represent clients through complex immigration and citizenship processes.
Legal Tech Integration: Explore and leverage modern AI and LLM tools to optimize legal workflows, drive efficiencies, and improve client service delivery.
Firm Leadership: Step into potential leadership positions (such as a managing attorney or mini-GM) depending on your seniority, experience, and mutual fit.
Strategic Impact: Actively contribute to the firm's turnaround and growth initiatives during a key period of technological transformation.

Candidate Profile

Legal Experience: 3 to 15 years of direct experience practicing Canadian immigration law.
Licensing: Active license to practice law in Canada.
Tech-Forward Mindset: Genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for applying AI tools and modern technology to legal practice.
Versatility: Strong ability to work across a wide variety of immigration case types.
Bonus Skills: Direct experience dealing with criminal inadmissibility cases is considered a strong plus, though not strictly required.

Compensation & Work Environment

Base Salary: CAD $100,000 – $200,000 base salary, commensurate with experience and leveling (from junior/mid-level through to partner-level).
Work Arrangement: 100% remote within Canada. You must be available to work Eastern Time (ET) hours.
Work Authorization: Candidates must have existing authorization to work in Canada, as the firm is not open to visa sponsorship (e.g., no US Citizens or Green Card holders requiring sponsorship).