The business immigration practice at Dentons comfortably handles the full array of matters across Canada and the US, including intra-company transfers, work permits, and applications for professionals and business visitors. The team is led by Henry J. Chang in Toronto, and Helen Park in Vancouver: Chang excels in securing work permits for specialized roles, whilst Park has notable specialism for handling large volumes of immigration work across the entertainment and construction industries. Vancouver-based Denise Alba is a key contact at an associate level, with a key focus on securing work permits, permanent residence and business visitor status.
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‘The team at Dentons consistently takes the time to understand both our business and our unique needs. Their approach is deeply personal; they immerse themselves in who we are and operate as though they are an extension of our internal team. On many occasions, I found myself forgetting they were an external firm, as they were so embedded in our challenges and committed to delivering thoughtful, tailored solutions that truly reflected our business context.’
‘Having dealt with a number of law forms over the years, this is the one firm that I can call and have confidence that they will understand the scale and scope of the issue I'm dealing with and be able to handle it without issue.’
'Henry Chang is extremely knowledgeable on immigration law. He tells me his honest opinion and that is exactly what I value above all else - I always know where things stand.'
Key clients
- ICICI Bank Canada
- The Sporn Company of Canada Inc. / Bixler’s Inc.
- Aldea Services Inc.
- Safetycare Inc.
- Invasix Corp.
- Ulkasemi Inc.
- Work4ce Inc.
Work highlights
Representing the Sporn Company of Canada Inc. / Bixler’s Inc. in its Canadian immigration matters, including numerous Canadian work permit filings for foreign employees.
Representing Aldea Services Inc. in their Canadian and U.S. immigration matters, such as facilitating the movement of specialized personnel between Canada and the US.
Representing Safetycare Inc., the Canadian subsidiary of the Safetycare Group, in its immigration matters, primarily handling work permit applications for foreign national employees.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Henry J. Chang; Helen Park
Other key lawyers
Denise Alba