The LL.B. (soon to be replaced by the J.D. degree):
Alberta Bar Admission Document (Raj was called to the Saskatchewan Bar a year earlier in 2002).
Certificate from the Advocates' Society of completing a training session on Questioning Skills for Members and RPOS of the Immigration and Refugee Board, Refugee Protection Division:
In addition to Raj's published articles in the Calgary Sun and Calgary Herald (also found in the blawg articles), Raj was published in the Canadian Journal of Insurance Law while he was still a student at the Faculty of Law, University of Alberta:
Download canadian_journal_of_insurance_law.pdf
Raj has recently completed his Masters in Law, his LLM - Graduate Program in Law specializing in Administrative Law.
Raj was honoured to be the 2009 recipient of the Legal Aid Alberta Access to Justice Award for the Calgary region. The award was presented on April 16, 2009. Download Access to justice award
Raj's article "Deference, the Universe of Discourse and the Standard of Review" has been accepted for publication in the Alberta Law Review. The article has been published in Volume 46, Issue 1.
Download deference_the_universe_of_discourse_and_the_standard_of_review.pdf
Testimonials
I will say that ours was a very difficult and unique case. A case that took well over 3 years (the delay had nothing to do with Raj, but the incompetence and MANY errors of Canadian immigration). Raj never made promises, but he was 100% correct on everything he said. He basically knew what was going to happen before it ever happened. Knowledgeable, patient (with my constant questions), available (answered my questions via Skype on Saturday night from his home), encouraging (although I lost faith many times, Raj always reassured me), understanding, honest, ... the list goes on and on. Raj's fees were VERY fair and reasonable, and there were never any "hidden costs." Choosing a good attorney can be very difficult. I was told by several attorneys that my wife and I had no chance of going to Canada. They were all wrong! I was so fortunate to find Raj Sharma. He is a winner! He is the best! Thank you Raj! Derek & Ketty
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Raj Sharma is a talented lawyer who is refreshingly injecting dignity into the Canadian legal system. Just as important he is a talented advocate for his clients when dealing with Immigration Canada. I am so thankful that he would use this wonderful talent to help my wife with her difficult application. Knowledge, talent and compassion clearly the best, Raj Sharma is someone we are very proud to say we know. Terry/Galina
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Raj Sharma has worked with our family for the past two and a half years, through his expertise and detailed knowledge he was able to stop our son being deported. Because of Raj we are able to once again live as a complete family in Canada where we chose to move to in 1994. He has chosen to work in a field of profession where you have to know and understand the law in minute detail that is beyond our comprehension. We truly believe that if we had not had Raj representing our son we would not have won a stay. If you are looking to have the best Immigration Lawyer represent you we can recommend Raj Sharma
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Mr Raj Sharma has represented us for over a year handing our immigration matters with success. He grasps issues quickly, explains things clearly. He is a skilled, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented lawyer. He is very thorough and pragmatic in his approach. His timelines in returning calls and answering e-mails is second to none. Mr Raj sharma is the type of lawyer who makes you feel as if you are his one and only client. These types of qualities and his wealth of knowledge are what set him apart from the rest. -LAVENA&MURUGAN-
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When I moved to Canada in June 2008 I hired another Immigration lawyer and it wasn't a great experience at all. The worse thing was the lack of communication and the lack of actual activity. They just do whatever you can do and hope for the best. I switched to Raj in June 2012 and felt the difference. He always promptly answer my emails, we start doing something next day after our first meeting. I have a hard case so we ended up in Federal Court, won our case and I've been successfully landed yesterday. My advice would be: if don't have any problem - do everything by yourself. Canada Immigration has a great website so it's not hard to do everything without Immigration Lawyer at all. If you have some problems or uncertain situation - I can highly recommend Raj. You will get what you pay for. He is really active, doesn't afraid to go to the Federal Court, I saw how authorities respect and probably hate him at the same time(CBSA and CIC in my case). But if you need your result - go to Raj
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My case was a very complicative and unique case and even people from CIC, CBSA and IAD were confused. Mr. Sharma set a great strategy from the beginning and solved my issue in a best possible way. He is a professional, loyal and paitient. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone with immigration needs.
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Raj Sharma literally accomplished a miracle for us. He got my husbands deportation stayed so that he could be here for the birth of our child. It came down to days before he was to leave and somehow he convinced immigration to get involved in a process they were denying they were able to do anything about. We will be forever grateful and indebted to Raj and his team. I recommend him very very highly. We struggled through three previous lawyers before Raj who took our money but accomplished nothing.
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Raj Sharma came highly recommended to us in regard to our Spousal Sponsorship Appeal. His assets as a former immigration officer brought added value and expertise to his skill set as an immigration lawyer. He has a strong work ethic and is very professional in his dealings with the IAD, the CBSA and his clients. He is very knowledgeable in his field and keeps up-to-date with current legislation and technology and passes this information on to the benefit of his clients. Raj was available to answer any questions we had and always responded quickly to our needs and he also had an understanding and appreciation for the difficulties we had to endure as a couple because of the immigration process. He articulates himself well and makes you feel very comfortable and relaxed in his presence. Raj knows how to strategize and prepare the client in the best way possible to obtain a favorable outcome. We feel Raj is well respected in his field and we have no hesitation in recommending his services.
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Dear Mr. Sharma,
It is with great admiration and appreciation that we thank you for your role and participation in the Calgary Board of Education’s International Youth Leadership Summit. We continue to receive feedback from the students about the impact the Summit has had on them and the many ways their minds have been opened about global issues and intercultural competence. What an incredible opportunity for our students to have had your voice to guide, inspire and enlighten them! Thank you for reaching out and helping us create a rich learning learning environment for students from around the world.
Sincerely,
Carrie Rowlandson
Carrie Rowlandson
Senior Education Specialist, Global Learning
Calgary Board of Education | www.cbe.ab.ca <http://www.cbe.ab.ca/> |www.cbeinternational.ca
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Dear Sanjiv:
Although I have not had the opportunity to meet Rebecca Metkurjock, I can tell you that she has arrived safely in Canada. On behalf of the NSD Rangers Soccer team we want to thank you and Stewart, Sharma, Harsanyi law firm for your generous support in making it all possible. Without your professional advice and timely feedback, Rebecca would not have been so quickly reunited with her family. Please extend our heartfelt gratitude to Raj Sharma as well. We will not forget your generosity and quick response in this time of crisis. Our sincerest thanks!
Sincerely,
Anne Fattouche and Vivian Forno
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Raj
Great Newsletter, blog & twitter. I like your style!
I can't believe you went head to head with Kenney, you've got some brass balls my friend!
I also wanted to mention a forum you might want to consider referring some of your "pain in the ass clients" (clients like me, with a million questions…) Anyway it was a good source of answering some of my general questions that I didn't want to bother you with re: processes, next steps, landing… http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/index.php
I wanted to reiterate how much I appreciate you and your entire staff. It was a HUGE sense of comfort, for Crystal and I, to know that you were in our corner. I remember asking Crystal to find the BEST Immigration Lawyer in Canada, and after much research, she came to me with 1 name: RAJ SHARMA! You are a true professional and at the top of your game. It is good to see your practice flourishing. Crystal and I are eternally grateful and indebted to you! If there is anything we can ever do for you, do not hesitate to ask.
Best Regards,
Jon & Crystal
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My husband and I strongly, without the slightest hesitation, recommend Raj Sharma. He handled our case with the utmost professionalism, confidence and knowledge. We found his manner to be extremely reassuring, easy-going and supportive. Raj was always honest and forthright, yet he continued to deal with our endless questions (not to mention my rattled nerves) in an incredibly patient and respectful way. We found Raj's support staff to be equally professional and willing to help every step of the way. We could not have asked for a better outcome, or, for that matter, a better immigration lawyer. Thanks so much, Raj!!!! Lance and Jackie
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Raj, my sincere thanks and utmost regards towards your professionalism. Your timely legal advice, competence and experience promptly delivered success of my application for leave and judicial review, result of which: we are ready to arrive in our newly adopted country. I will cheerily recommend your advice and services to any aspirant immigrant.
I wish you and your colleagues the best of luck, thank you very much!
Best Regards,
Marina P
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When I first sought for an immigration lawyer to represent my wife's PR case, Raj Sharma stood out among other lawyers as he was honest, unbiased and genuinely interested in helping us rather than treating it as another grab for money. His past experience as an immigration officer gave us comfort as it allowed us to be well prepared and feel confident during our PR interview. I would recommend Raj Sharma to anyone.
- Vic and Jega
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Raj handled my case with clinical precision and in a professional manner. He had the patience to go through all the required information and prepared my application with utmost precision taking into account every possible question that could arise. The end result, my application went through with not even a single question asked! Hats off to you Raj, you are a thorough professional in every aspect of your practice. I sincerely appreciate your determination and dedication to your profession.
- Pradeep, Calgary, Alberta
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I just wanted to drop a small line to say how much we appreciate how much you worked for us and treated us like people. We also wish the outcome was different, but respect the commitment to us as your clients. Very respectable.
- Thanks, Rebecca and Patrick
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Raj helped me obtain an TN Work Permit and a LMO/Work Permit as a Veterinary Technologist. He was very helpful and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. I felt that I could contact him with any questions I had and could depend on a prompt and thorough answer. It was a positive experience and I would recommend his service.
- Justin, Lawrence, Kansas USA
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Mr. Sharma has helped me a lot on my appeal for my husband's sponsorship. He did a very good job from preparation of all necessary documents to preparing us for the hearing and the questions and issues that would arise. He was a great help to my husband and I and won the appeal.
- Mrs. Janette Antaran, Red Deer, Alberta
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My husband was convicted of an offence in Canada and was deemed inadmissible to Canada. Raj was successful in assisting on a TRP appliciation for him and we found him to be responsive and helpful throughout the process.
-- Rachel, Calgary, Alberta
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We have been clients of Raj Sharma for about 2 years. We are currently in the immigration process and during this time we have got excellent service from him. I can say that Raj Sharma is an ethical, honest, professional and responsible person. He has shown us his extensive experience in immigration. He was also upfront about various pitfalls that could arise. He keeps us posted about our process and he is open to listen and to give us advice at any time. We are completely satisfied with his services and we feel glad and very confident to have our file in his hands.
- Acra Mejia Family, Calgary, Alberta
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Actualmente somos clientes del despacho de abogados Raj Sharma LLB , estamos en un proceso de inmigración y durante este tiempo el servicio que hemos recibido de parte de dicho despacho es definitivamente bueno .Puedo decir que el abogado Raj Sharma es una persona ética, profesional, honesta, y responsable, que tiene la capacidad de plantear desde un principio las posibilidades reales de cada caso; lo cual demuestra su gran experiencia en los casos de inmigración, en especial en lo relacionado al clamo de refugio en Canadá sin importar la nacionalidad del cliente.
El mantiene una comunicación adecuada con nosotros y siempre esta abierto a escucharnos y orientarnos en las dudas que nos han surgido durante elproceso. Nuestra familia se siente satisfecha y segura de que nuestro proceso de inmigración este en manos del abogado Raj Sharma
Familia Acra Mejia.
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I have been very happy with Mr. Sharma's honest and considerate manner. In view of the difficulties of our case he continues to show great resolve and reasoning in handling my brother's case which involved the Federal Court. I am thankful for his professionalism.
- Karim H., Calgary, Alberta
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First of all, I would like to "Thank you" for all the work done on our immigration case. Thank you for your excellent work, thank you for being available whenever I needed you, and thank you for your excellent and efficient guidance through the immigration process. I am completely satisfied with your assistance. The file was difficult because of an immigration warrant out against my husband because our previous immigration consultant did not advise CIC of our change in address and respond to them. I am very happy to have found you in the most difficult of times. I am sure that you and your office will be of great help to others as well.
- Indira, Red Deer, Alberta
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Raj provided my organization with clear options and realistic expectations for a very complicated foreign worker case. He delivered on time and at a reasonable cost while continuously communicating the progress. Raj is someone that I recommend for immigration law service.
- Khaled, Calgary, Alberta
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I contacted Raj at a late stage of my immigration journey when I realised I will not be able to get it done on my own. Since coming on board Raj has displayed professionalism, tenacity and a deep understanding of immigration issues. He has stood by me and my family and guided us as we steer through the minefield of a seemingly benign immigration process
- Charles, Muscat, Oman
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This is to let you know that, my family finally got their immigration papers and they are now in Canada. I am indeed grateful for your support and the time you put in to do an excellent job. I am indeed grateful for your attention to details and patience you showed during my difficult time. I will forever continue to grateful to you, thanks and all the best. Without your expert advise and support, it might be a different stories for me and family. Thank you.
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