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Canadian Immigration Lawyer · Mississauga, ON
When the stakes are high, you need more than information.
Immigration law decides where you live, whether you can stay in Canada, and whether you can reunite with your family. Sharif Law Firm provides legal advice and representation in refugee matters, inadmissibility, removal, appeals and judicial review — for clients across the world.
A law firm — not an immigration consultant or RCIC.
Mr. Muhammad
Founder · Immigration Lawyer
Founder · Immigration Lawyer
Immigration & Refugee Lawyer
Federal Court of Canada
Federal Court of Canada
IRBRPD & RAD
IAD
PRRA
22+
Areas of Canadian immigration practice
IRB & FC
Immigration And Refugee Board Of Canada
Worldwide
Clients on multiple continents — in Canada or applying from abroad
1:1
Every matter handled by the lawyer, not passed down
Start Here
Your immigration is more than just an application.
Most people reach us for one of two reasons. Choose the one that sounds like your situation.
Something has already
You are building
toward something
Visits, study, work, sponsorship or permanent residence.
Explore pathwaysFacing a deadline this week?
Call or WhatsApp directly rather than waiting on a form.
Not sure which one you are?
Describe what happened — we will tell you which process applies.
What We Look At
One matter is really several questions at once
A file is rarely a single issue. Before anything is filed, we work out which of these apply to you — and which ones have a clock running.
Your file
Refugee Protection
RPD hearing preparation
Removal
Stay of Removal
Family
Spousal Sponsorship Appeal
Federal Court
60-day filing window
Inadmissibility
Criminality Assessed
Delays
Writ Of Mandamus
Practice Areas
Where careful legal analysis makes a meaningful difference.
Sharif Law Firm practises across the areas of Canadian immigration law that turn on evidence, procedure and legal argument — not paperwork alone.
Refugee, Inadmissibility & Removal
Protection & removal · 8 areas
Federal Court & Appeals
Challenging a decision · 5 areas
Temporary Immigration & Family
Visits, study, work & sponsorship · 4 areas
Business Immigration
Entrepreneurs & investors · 2 areas
Legal guidance on presenting your proposed Canadian business activity clearly.
Permanent Residency
Selected PR pathways · 4 areas
Not sure which applies to you?
We'll tell you
You do not need to know which legal service you need before contacting us. Tell us what happened, where you are in the process and what you are hoping to achieve.
How We Help
Listen. Assess. Advocate.
Three steps, in order. Nothing is filed and nothing is promised before we understand what actually happened.
01
Listen
We start by understanding your situation, your immigration history and what you are trying to accomplish.
02
Assess
We identify the relevant legal issues, review the circumstances and explain the options, risks and next steps that may apply.
03
Advocate
When representation is appropriate, we prepare and present your matter with care and advocate for your interests through the applicable legal process.
Why Sharif Law
The immigration system is complicated. Your legal representation should not be.
Know who is representing you
Immigration Lawyer
Legal advice & representation
NOT
Consultant / RCIC
Different scope of practice
Sharif Law Firm is a law firm. Mr. Muhammad is an immigration lawyer who provides legal advice and representation within the scope of the firm's practice.
We are immigration lawyers
A law firm focused on Canadian immigration and related matters — with the legal scope that entails.
We work with clients worldwide
Whether you are already in Canada or applying from abroad, each matter is approached on its individual facts.
We look beyond the paperwork
A legal matter is rarely just a form. We consider the circumstances, the decision, the evidence and the process.
We communicate clearly
We explain the legal issues, available options and next steps in plain language, not terminology.
About the Firm
Full profile
Meet Mr. Muhammad
Behind every immigration matter is a person making important decisions about their future. Mr. Muhammad founded Sharif Law Firm to provide clients with focused legal advice and representation in Canadian immigration matters.
He first practised in Pakistan, then moved to Canada for further professional education. As someone who has built his life here, he understands that immigration can involve distance from family, uncertainty about the future and the pressure of navigating an unfamiliar legal system.
Mr. Muhammad
Founder · Immigration Lawyer
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Our Team
Meet the people behind your file
Every matter is led by the lawyer. Hover a name to see who you will be working with.
Client Words
What clients say about working with us
Every matter is different. What stays the same is how it is handled — carefully, and explained clearly.
“He explained what the refusal actually said before talking about options. I finally understood where I stood, and what the deadline meant.”
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[Client name]
Toronto, ON
Toronto, ON
“Our appeal was prepared properly, and every question we had was answered in plain language. We were never left guessing what came next.”
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[Client name]
Lahore, Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan
“The preparation for the hearing was thorough. I knew what would be asked and why it mattered before I walked in.”
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[Client name]
Mississauga, ON
Mississauga, ON
“I called with two weeks left. He told me immediately what was possible and what was not, without overselling anything.”
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[Client name]
Brampton, ON
Brampton, ON
“Clear timelines, clear documents, no surprises. Everything he said would happen, happened.”
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[Client name]
Delhi, India
Delhi, India
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Common Questions
Answers before you call.
If your question is not here, describe your matter and we will tell you what comes next.
Book a ConsultationIs Sharif Law Firm an immigration consultant or RCIC?
No. Sharif Law Firm is a law firm. Mr. Muhammad is an immigration lawyer, not an immigration consultant or RCIC. The firm provides legal advice and representation in Canadian immigration matters within the scope of its practice.
Do you work with clients outside Canada?
Yes. Sharif Law Firm works with clients from different countries and backgrounds who are navigating Canadian immigration matters, including clients applying or dealing with proceedings from outside Canada.
Can you help if my immigration application was refused?
Depending on the type of decision, there may be options such as reconsideration, an administrative appeal where available, a new application or Federal Court judicial review. The appropriate step depends on the decision and the facts of the case.
Can you help with a refugee matter?
Sharif Law Firm assists with eligible refugee claims, hearings and related proceedings, including matters involving the RPD and eligible judicial review of RPD decisions.
What if I am facing removal from Canada?
Removal matters can be time-sensitive. Depending on your circumstances, legal options may include a PRRA, stay of removal, appeal or judicial review. Prompt legal advice can be important.
Can you help with criminal inadmissibility?
Yes. We assist with immigration matters involving criminality and serious criminality. The immigration consequences depend on the specific circumstances, offence and sentence.
Ready to Talk?
Advocacy you can count on.
You do not need to know exactly what legal service you need before contacting us. Tell us what happened, where you are in the process and what you are hoping to achieve.
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