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Heron Law Success Story: Overcoming a Denied SOGIESC Refugee Claim at the Refugee Protection Division (“RPD”)

Heron Law Firm March 21, 2025

Canada offers protection to individuals fleeing persecution based on sexual orientation and gender identity, but navigating the refugee determination process can be complex. This post explores how Heron Law Offices successfully appealed a denied SOGIESC-based claim, highlighting the importance of fair hearings, proper guideline application, and effective legal representation.

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Heron Law Success Story: Overcoming a Procedural Fairness Letter in a Citizenship Application

Heron Law Firm March 17, 2025

Heron Law Offices recently secured a significant victory for a business professional facing complex procedural hurdles in a Canadian citizenship application. After receiving two Procedural Fairness Letters (PFLs) with extensive document requests, the client turned to us for support. We strategically crafted a strong, well-structured response that addressed the officer’s concerns while protecting the client’s rights and privacy. As a result, a Notice to Appear for the Oath of Citizenship was issued—demonstrating the power of tailored legal advocacy in overcoming immigration challenges.

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Heron Law 成功案例：一封 Mandamus 要求函如何帮助客户获得永久居民身份

Heron Law Firm February 1, 2025

在我们向 IRCC 提交了一封要求函（Demand Letter）后，客户的永久居民（PR）申请得以最终处理。信中详细说明了客户自提交申请以来所采取的跟进措施，以及因处理延误而遭受的不公。随后，我们向联邦法院提交了强制令（Mandamus）申请。在提交强制令申请后不久，客户便收到了 IRCC 的信函，邀请其在在线门户网站确认永久居民身份。

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Heron Law Success Story: How a Mandamus Demand Letter Resulted In a Client Obtaining PR

Heron Law Firm January 31, 2025

Our client’s PR application was finalized after we sent IRCC a demand letter highlighting the steps the client had taken to follow-up with their application since submission and the prejudice they had suffered due to the delay. This letter was followed by an application to the Federal Court for a mandamus order. Shortly after filing the mandamus application, the client received a letter inviting them to confirm their PR status on the online portal.

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