Duress in Immigration Law: Federal Court of Appeal Clarifies the Approach to Foreign Convictions
June 9, 2026
Duress reflects a core principle of Canadian criminal law. It recognizes that individuals who
Duress reflects a core principle of Canadian criminal law. It recognizes that individuals who
For years, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has spearheaded policies and programs to
Federal Court confirms that Ukrainian nationality alone may establish a nexus to refugee protection
As more Canadian employers look beyond local talent pools, HR teams are increasingly involved
Receiving a refusal from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, commonly known as IRCC, can
Green & Spiegel is pleased to congratulate three of our lawyers on their Certification
Canada has announced an initiative to support rural and smaller communities by fast‑tracking permanent
Green & Spiegel is pleased to announce that the firm has been named as
Green & Spiegel is pleased to announce that three of the firm’s Senior Partners
The BC PNP has updated its priorities to support B.C.’s Look West strategy, focusing nominations around
On April 23, 2026, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a significant round
Labour shortages continue to be one of the most persistent operational challenges facing Canada’s
As of January 1, 2026, Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program was paused, however, pending
Canada’s recent amendments to the Citizenship Act have expanded the definition of who is a Canadian
April 14, 2026: Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced a series of
On June 8, 2026, a historic summary judgment was entered, fully halting the $100,000 H-1B
A major federal court decision issued today may have immediate and meaningful consequences for thousands
Today USCIS issued a memo about how final green card applications will be reviewed (I-485
Federal case warns policy delays could disrupt U.S. patient care, healthcare workforce, and critical work
Green and Spiegel, U.S. is proud to recognize the Jewish Family and Children’s Service (JFCS) Immigration
Green and Spiegel, U.S. is proud to announce that NAFSA: Association of International Educators has selected Partner Dan
On March 26, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule revising
The advent of U.S. Customs and Border Preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport marks
Green and Spiegel U.S. is closely monitoring press reporting on new travel bans that could
Have you done something stupid when you were younger? All of us have – but
Starting March 19, 2026, certain employers in Ohio will be required to participate in the
On Thursday, December 18, Jonathan Grode had the honor of presenting the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s
Executive Summary The Trump Gold Card immigration program has now been formally launched and is
Recent policy changes at the U.S. Department of State are causing significant disruptions for H-1B
The Americans Abroad Contingency Program (AACP) delivers pre-travel planning, crisis management, and legal representation when