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Not sure whether to make a refugee claim? Get legal advice about your situation and what your next steps may be.
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Know What to Do Next With Your Refugee Claim
Get clear legal guidance for your claim - from your first questions to your BOC, evidence and hearing.
Not sure if you should make a claim?Understand your next step.
Already working on your claim?Get help with your BOC and evidence.
Hearing coming up?Know what to expect and prepare.
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Where Are You in the Refugee Claim Process?
Choose the situation that best matches where you are now.
Thinking About Making a Refugee Claim?Understand what to consider before you take the next step.›
Working on Your Basis of Claim (BOC)?Get help preparing or reviewing this important part of your claim.›
Not Sure What Evidence You Need?Get guidance on what may support your claim and how to prepare it.›
Is Your Refugee Hearing Coming Up?Know what to expect and prepare for your hearing.›
Worried About a Mistake or Deadline?Get your situation reviewed and understand what you can do next.›
Was Your Refugee Claim Refused?Understand what options may still be available and what to do next.›
LEGAL HELP BY STAGE
Get Help With the Part of Your Claim You're Facing Now
Clear legal help for your next step - without having to figure it out alone.
Prepare Your BOC Carefully From the Start
Get help preparing or reviewing your Basis of Claim so your information is clear, complete and consistent with your situation.
Know What Evidence May Support Your Claim
Get help understanding what evidence may be relevant, what you may still need and how to prepare it.
Prepare for Your Refugee Hearing
Understand what to expect, prepare for questions about your claim and evidence, and know how the hearing process works.
Understand What Comes Next
Get legal advice about your decision and what next steps may apply to your situation.
Worried You Made a Mistake or Missed Something?Get your specific situation reviewed before deciding what to do next.
WHY CROSSLEY LAW
Talk to a Lawyer Who Already Knows Why You're Calling
We Call You
A member of our team calls to learn about your situation.
We'll call within 24 hours on business days.Weekend requests are contacted the next business day.Adela Reviews Your Information
She reviews what you've shared before your consultation.
Talk About What Comes Next
Spend your consultation discussing your questions and possible next steps.
CLIENT REVIEWS
What Clients Say About Working With Crossley Law
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“They were always available to answer my questions and support me…Esme Tzanahua · Google Review
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“Estoy muy feliz y agradecida con las oficinas de Adela Crossley por todo el apoyo que me han brindado durante mi proceso de inmigración…Madinson Aida Uscanga Cervantes · Google Review
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“I highly recommend Adela! She was professional, knowledgeable, and extremely supportive throughout my process. Thanks to her hard work, guidance, and dedication. I’m truly grateful for everything she did for me. Thank you, Adela!Imran Mardhani · Google Review
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions You May Have Before Contacting Us
Do I need a lawyer for my refugee claim?
You do not have to have a lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand the process, prepare your claim and evidence, and get ready for your hearing.
What is the Basis of Claim (BOC)?
Your BOC tells the important facts behind your refugee claim. What you include can be discussed again later, including at your hearing.
I think I made a mistake. What should I do?
Don't guess about what the mistake means for your claim. Have your situation reviewed so you can understand what to do next. If a deadline is involved, tell us when you contact us.
What evidence do I need?
The evidence depends on your situation. A lawyer can help you understand what may support your claim and what may still be needed.
What happens at a refugee hearing?
You will be asked questions about your claim and the information you provided. A lawyer can help you understand what to expect and prepare.
My refugee claim was refused. Can you help?
We can review your situation and discuss what options may be available. If you received a decision or have a deadline, tell us when you contact us.
Can I speak with someone in Spanish?
Yes. Spanish-speaking help is available from our team.
How much will legal help cost?
The cost depends on the legal help your case needs. During your consultation, you'll learn what work may be needed and the fees that apply.
What happens after I send the form?
A member of our team will call to learn about your situation. Adela can review that information before your consultation, so you can spend your time discussing your questions and next steps.
We call within 24 hours on business days. Weekend requests are contacted the next business day.
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MEET YOUR LAWYER
Meet the Lawyer Behind Your Consultation
Adela Crossley
Immigration & Refugee LawyerMore than 20 years of legal experience in Canada.
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20+ YearsCanadian legal experience
Refugee LawClaim and hearing experience
Ontario LawyerLaw Society of Ontario
Osgoode Hall Law SchoolLL.B. · LL.M. Administrative Law · LL.M. Family Law
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