Gay Ugandan in Edmonton faces deportation, fears jail or death over anti-LGBTQ law
“More than anything, this case highlights the need to provide strong evidence of a claimant’s sexual orientation as early as possible in...
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Michael Battista's Post-Award Interview at the CGLCC 8th Annual Black & White Gala 2023
Michael was awarded the Business Advocate of the Year Award 2023 on November 10, 2023 at CGLCC's 8th Annual Black & White Gala. Watch his...
The Eight-Minute Family Lawyer: on Child and Spousal Support Obligations and Immigration Sponsorship
Immigration and family law, a perfect match! On November 28, 2023 Michael Battista gave his Eight-Minute presentation on the obligations...
Battista Migration Law Group at the CGLCC Gala: A Photo Round-Up!
Our team had so much fun at CGLCC's 8th Annual Black and White Gala. Not only did we get to celebrate Michael's award, but we got to...
Emocionantes noticias de nuestra Coordinadora de Alcance Comunitario Latinx, María Díaz
Emocionantes noticias de nuestra Coordinadora de Alcance Comunitario Latinx, María Díaz: el Programa Humanitario Basado en la Familia...
"Make it a practice to give back" - Michael Battista: CGLCC's 2SLGBTQ+ Business Advocate of the Year
On November 10, 2023, several members of the Battista Migration Law Group team attended Canada's 2SLGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce's 8th...
Michael Battista nominated for the CGLCC's 2SLGBTQ+ Business Advocate of the Year award
We are thrilled to announce that Michael Battista has been selected as a finalist for the CGLCC's 2SLGBTQ+ Business Advocate of the Year...
A New Pathway to PR for Ukrainian Citizens
Today, on October 23, 2023, Canada is set to open a new pathway to permanent residence for Ukrainians living in Canada. After wrapping up...
BMLG's Maria Diaz on Minister Miller's commitment to support migrants from the Americas
English version below. ¡Hoy tenemos noticias conmovedoras que compartir! Canadá está dando un paso significativo para dar la bienvenida a...
Michael Battista with The Globe and Mail: International students are being sold a false story
"International students are really being sold a false story." While many international students are sold on the fact that they are all...
Chances of Success of Refugee Claims Made by American Trans Citizens
UPDATE: April 2024 The legal landscape for trans people in the U.S. has only become more volatile since the publication of this blog in...
Michael Battista included on "The Best Lawyers in Canada™" 2024
We are proud to announce that Michael Battista has been selected by his peers to be included on "The Best Lawyers in Canada™" list for...
The Best of Intentions, The Worst of Suspicions: Solutions for Canada’s Temporary Resident Regime
By CILA on March 1, 2023 This article is authored by Michael Battista, a senior immigration lawyer and Professor at the University of...
The Emancipation of Conjugal Partners
By CILA on July 14, 2023 This article was authored by Michael Battista, a senior immigration lawyer and Professor at the University of...
What happens to an immigration application when a principal applicant or sponsor dies?
By CILA on August 14, 2023 Written by Michael Battista, Founding Counsel of Battista Migration Law Group and Adjunct Professor at the...
Advocating for LGBTQ+ Lives: A Journey of Support with Michael Battista
Listen to Founding Partner Michael Battista discuss his history of LGBTQ advocacy including the founding of Rainbow Railroad.
Faster Reunification in Canada for Sponsored Spouses and Partners!
Family reunification in Canada has been given a giant boost thanks to changes made last week by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...
Fixing delayed immigration applications / Cómo actuar ante solicitudes migratorias demoradas
Watch as Michael Battista joins Associate Lawyer Nicholas Woodward and Senior Paralegal Monica Diaz to discuss fixing delayed immigration...
Canadian Lawyer 2023 5-Star Pro Bono Firm
Our Team at Battista Migration Law Group is honoured to be chosen as one of Canadian Lawyers' Best Pro Bono Law Firms in Canada 2023!...
How will the PSAC strike affect my immigration/refugee application?
On Wednesday April 19th, 159,000 federal public servants hit the picket lines in one of the largest strikes in Canada’s history. The...
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