Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019 
Matthew Jeffery is an accomplished Canadian immigration lawyer with more than 25 years of experience dedicated exclusively to immigration, refugee and citizenship law. Recognized for his extensive knowledge of Canadian immigration law, he is a Certified Specialist in Immigration Law, as designated by the Law Society of Ontario. He is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, widely regarded as one of Ontario’s leading law schools.
Throughout his career, Matthew has helped individuals and families navigate Canada’s often complex immigration system. His practice places particular emphasis on family reunification, especially spousal and common-law partner sponsorship applications. He understands the importance of bringing loved ones together and the considerable personal and emotional significance that immigration decisions can have for families. Spousal and family sponsorship matters are a central focus of Matthew’s practice, reflecting his longstanding commitment to helping families establish their lives together in Canada.
Matthew brings a wealth of experience to sponsorship matters, including applications involving complicated personal circumstances, concerns about the genuineness of relationships, previous immigration difficulties and other challenges. His extensive knowledge of immigration law enables him to identify potential issues, provide practical legal advice and guide clients through the application process with care and attention to detail.
Matthew’s distinguished legal career also includes substantial experience in immigration litigation. He has represented clients before all divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board and the Federal Courts and has acted as counsel in proceedings before the Supreme Court of Canada. This breadth of experience provides him with valuable insight into how immigration decisions are made and challenged, an advantage he brings to his work preparing and advising on immigration applications.
Beyond family sponsorship, Matthew advises clients on a broad range of Canadian immigration matters, including Express Entry, humanitarian and compassionate applications, permanent residence issues and Canadian citizenship.
His professional accomplishments have earned recognition from leading legal directories. Matthew has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Immigration Law since 2019 and is also recognized by Chambers and Partners for his work in personal immigration law.
Based in Richmond Hill in the Greater Toronto Area, Matthew serves clients throughout Canada and internationally, offering experienced legal guidance to individuals and families seeking to build their futures in Canada.
