Today, our principal immigration and refugee lawyer, Will Tao, along with articling student Karina Juma, will be delivering a guest lecture to students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law (GDipICL) at Queen’s University. The focus of their presentation will be on AI and Automation in IRCC Decision-Making.
They will cover the following topics:
- Chinook
- Advanced Analytics & Machine Learning
- How IRCC Uses AI for Various Applications – Best Practices and Pitfalls
- Integrity Trends Analysis Tool
- The Effects of AI and Automation on Federal Court Cases.
We are expecting approximately 200 students attendees.
Will Tao, Canadian Immigration Lawyer at Heron Law Offices
Will Tao is a distinguished Canadian immigration lawyer at Heron Law Offices, known for his extensive expertise in navigating complex immigration matters. With a commitment to advocating for clients from diverse backgrounds, Will specializes in a wide range of immigration services, including family sponsorships, work permits, study permits, and refugee claims. His keen understanding of the legal landscape and personalized approach has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in the field.
Will was awarded the Canadian Bar Association’s 2020 Founder’s Award for accomplishments in his first five years of practice, and has won four Clawbies Awards, including having the Best Immigration Law Blog in 2019. He is listed as a Best Lawyer™ in the practice area of Immigration since 2019.
Karina Juma, Articling Student at Heron Law Offices
Karina Juma is a distinguished graduate in International Affairs and Law, co-author of a book on refugee resettlement, and an advocate for immigration and refugee rights, inspired by her immigrant background and Ismaili Muslim community.
Published by the University of Ottawa Press in 2022, Karina co-authored a book on refugee resettlement and activism titled Ordinary People, Extraordinary Actions. Her work has also been published in the Canadian Yearbook of Human Rights.
