Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Culture shock is real. Like me, my clients often come to me from places that are very different from Canada: culturally, linguistically, politically, economically, religiously. You name it. I know this because I had to adapt to this new environment. I immigrated to Canada from China when I was 9 years old. My childhood was very different in China. I was still in primary school, and had friends with whom I spoke in Mandarin. Arriving in Canada overnight was a big change. I didn’t speak a word of English, nor French. I had to learn a complete new language, adapt to a new culture, make new friends, change school. My dad had me play hockey and join a team. We discouvered new food, Canadian Winter, the city of Montreal. When I first started my career in the field of immigration, I worked at a school’s international student department, where I helped students with their permits and renewals. After this first experience, I have decided to open my own practice so that I can help more people. I see my role as not just being a lawyer, but also being able to help people, bring them comfort and guide them in their new life in Canada. I believe that everyone has a story to tell and that my job is more than just giving advice on immigration law. I hope to bring some light to the many struggles that come with immigration and adapting to another country.