About Sergio R. Karas

Sergio R. Karas, B.A., J.D.., is a Canadian lawyer (Barrister and Solicitor) Certified Specialist in Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Law by the Law Society of Ontario and internationally recognized expert in Canadian immigration law.Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Mr. Karas has helped hundreds of people successfully establish themselves in Canada. He has been involved with many widely reported, high profile cases. He represents individuals and multinational corporations to achieve their immigration objectives and implement successful relocation strategies.Mr. Karas contributes to the press providing current information about Canadian immigration law and policy. He is a regular guest on local, national, and international radio and television programs. He is a contributing writer on immigration issues for Canadian HR Reporter, and Canadian Employment Law Today. He was an instructor in immigration law at Sheridan College in Toronto.Mr. Karas is an honours graduate in Political Science from York University and obtained his Law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. He speaks fluent English, French and Spanish and has a working knowledge of Italian, Portuguese and German. He is a member of the Law Society of Ontario and the Canadian Bar Association (CBA), Past Chair of the Citizenship and Immigration Section of the Ontario Bar Association (OBA), Past Chair of the Immigration and Nationality Committee of the International Bar Association (IBA) and Past Chair of the Canada Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of International Law. He is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and has been invited on numerous occasions to address lawyers and human resources managers at major international professional gatherings. He is listed in Who is Who in Corporate Immigration Law and Best Lawyers as a leading immigration lawyer. He has received the Platinum Client Champion Award from Martindale Hubbell for several consecutive years.Mr. Karas has been instrumental in effecting changes to Canadian immigration visa policies through his involvement in US-Canada relations and border security issues.He was a member of the Board of Directors of JIAS (Jewish Immigrant Aid Services) in Toronto for ten years.In addition to his primary role as an immigration lawyer, Mr. Karas' involvement in the international scene goes far beyond the provision of routine legal services. He was catapulted to the world spotlight for his work on behalf of Holocaust survivors and their heirs claiming dormant Swiss bank accounts and gold stolen by the Nazis during WWII. He was profiled in the award-winning book "Hitler's Silent Partners: Swiss Banks, Nazi Gold and the Pursuit of Justice". He is also quoted extensively in the book "Hitler's Secret Bankers". His work has earned him international praise and has been the subject of several television documentaries.Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation, headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is dedicated to assisting qualified immigration applicants, and to assisting corporations to implement successful migration strategies for managerial, executive, and technical personnel.Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation is a multilingual law firm and provides services to its international clientele in Canada and worldwide.Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation is a founding member of VISALAW International, the global immigration lawyers alliance.----------------------------------------------------

 

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Immigration
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2021
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I am a social worker and one of my clients has been trying to sort his issues since 2004. My client required a lawyer for his immigration application and we searched and asked many lawyers for help. Unfortunately, all the lawyers we contacted refused to take on his case and told my client that he does not have a chance in obtaining his immigration papers and status. Luckily, I found Mr. Sergio Karas who agreed to take on this very complex case. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He is a responsible and a humanitarian lawyer who cares about client's success. Sergio Karas professionalism went above and beyond and he responded to all immigration requests very fast. My client's complex application was previously denied twice, but Sergio got his application approved. I am speechless about his amazing work! Thank you Sergio Karas! I would highly recommend Karas Immigration Law.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
November 16, 2020
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Working with this firm was a great experience, they talked me through what I had to do at my end and took the reins at their end, trouble free service, i couldn't imagine how i would solve this with out them

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
November 16, 2020
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Working with Sergio to fulfill our immigration needs has been truly rewarding. He and his team are highly professional, they guide you and would always give you inputs / insights to your best interests. They are very detailed in seeking the information required to process immigration applications and I certainly believe they are one stop destination for all immigration matters. I highly recommend KARAS Immigration Law to all those companies who are seeking migrant workforce. Thank you Sergio & Sukhi for all of your support and cooperation.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
October 29, 2020
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Working with Sergio and his team is always a pleasure. Our companies have a variety of immigration issues to manage, and each one, without fail, has been handled skillfully, professionally and in a very responsive manner. We love having Sergio as part of our external legal advisor team!

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
October 27, 2020
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We worked with Sergio and his team during these difficult COVID times and where very happy with the services. Mission accomplished - best of recomendations.

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
October 27, 2020
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The company I am with was recommended Sergio's services for work permits that we required for client work that had a very quick turn around. Sergio and his team were excellent at explaining the documents required and were incredibly efficient in their responses and collating documents we required. We have submitted approximately 7 work permit applications with varying complexities, which have all been approved with no issues whatsoever. Recently, we had a bit of a complicated situation with a client and I had emailed Sergio requesting a call at very short notice and he immediately called me and helped give me information to resolve the matter. I highly recommend this law firm as you are paying for expert advice and true professionals. I will definitely be utilizing their services for future requirements. Thank you.

 
Immigration
Posted by anonymous
October 22, 2020
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Sergio and his colleagues are very helpful during my case. An unexpected situation took place during the application due to the COVID, and they were able to actively and timely guide me through the bush. We managed to obtain the best outcome finally.

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
September 09, 2020
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Sergio and his team were very attentive to my case, worked with all possible details giving me all possible support. They tried to give me feedback weekly. Even with the COVID 19 pandemic, they continued to support it online.

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
July 06, 2020
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Sergio and his staff were very responsive. He took the most efficient and expedient route in helping extend my Work Permit in Canada. An approval from CBSA was provided within a week, making the process a breeze. Highly recommend working with Sergio.

Immigration
Posted by anonymous
March 04, 2020
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I have been working with Sergio for the last 5 Years. Sergio has assisted me in securing multiple TRP's for my job. Today we found out my Criminal Rehabilitation application was approved! Needless to say, I would absolutely work with Sergio again.

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    • Immigration Law

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
    French
    Spanish
    Italian
    German
    Portuguese
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1988, Ontario
    Memberships
    Canadian Bar Association (CBA), Ontario Bar Association (OBA) Citizenship and Immigration Section, American bar Association (ABA)- Section of International law, International bar Association (IBA), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Osgoode Hall Law School
    Class of 1986
    J.D.
    Other Education
    York University
    Class of 1983
    B.A.
    Political Science
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Specialist in Citizenship and Immigration Law by the Law Society of Upper Canada.

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Principal at Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation
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65 Queen Street West, Suite 1505Toronto, ON M5H 2M5Canada

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  • What is this attorney's primary practice area?
    The practice area Sergio R. Karas spends the most time on is Immigration Law.
  • Does this attorney speak any other languages?
    Sergio R. Karas speaks French, Spanish, Italian, German and Portuguese.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Sergio R. Karas has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Sergio R. Karas attended Osgoode Hall Law School.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Karas Immigration Law Professional Corporation was established in 1990.