MWFMuhammad Wajahat Faizan, J.D., LL.M

Barrister, Solicitor & Notary Public

Professional Background

Muhammad Wajahat Faizan is a distinguished Barrister & Solicitor with the Law Society of Ontario and a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC). He has over 15 years of legal experience across Canada, Pakistan, and the United Kingdom, specializing in immigration law, professional responsibility, real estate law, and corporate/commercial law.
As an Associate Lawyer at Kormans LLP, Faizan provides strategic legal counsel in immigration, professional ethics, real estate transactions, and contractual law matters. He has advised clients on complex immigration applications, compliance with professional and ethical obligations, and corporate governance issues. His deep understanding of regulatory compliance, ethics, and risk management enables him to guide clients through the legal complexities of their respective industries. Beyond private practice, Faizan is a faculty member at Queen’s University, Faculty of Law, where he teaches ICL 820, 880 & 890 as part of the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law. His courses focus on Ethics & Professional Responsibility in Immigration Practice, Immigration Practice Management, and Advanced Legal Issues in Immigration Law.

Legal Expertise & Contributions

Immigration Law & Professional Responsibility

Faizan has a strong commitment to upholding ethical standards in immigration law. He has played a key role in ensuring compliance with Canadian immigration laws and professional codes of conduct for regulated immigration professionals. His legal practice emphasizes:

  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility: Advising immigration practitioners on their professional obligations, ethical considerations, and regulatory compliance with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
  • Complex Immigration Applications: Providing strategic legal counsel on economic immigration, family reunification, refugee claims, humanitarian applications, and judicial reviews before federal courts and tribunals.
  • Advocacy & Litigation: Representing clients in Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) cases, inadmissibility hearings, and judicial reviews, including the landmark case Vilcassim v. Canada (2019), which set an important precedent for children’s rights in Canadian immigration law.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensuring clients comply with the evolving immigration laws and policies in Canada.

Academic Contributions & Legal Education

As a pioneering professor in the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law at Queen’s University, Faizan plays a vital role in shaping the future of immigration professionals in Canada. His courses provide practical, hands-on training in:

  • Ethics & Professional Responsibility in Immigration Practice: Teaching immigration professionals about client representation, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and regulatory obligations under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR).
  • Immigration Practice Management: Covering risk mitigation strategies, business ethics, client management, and operational best practices for running an immigration consulting firm or law practice.
  • Advanced Legal Issues in Immigration Law: Addressing complex legal issues such as humanitarian cases, constitutional challenges, and judicial reviews.

Faizan has educated over 500 immigration professionals, providing them with the practical skills needed to navigate Canada’s immigration system while maintaining the highest ethical standards. His contributions to legal education, curriculum development, and online learning have been instrumental in adapting legal instruction to modern digital platforms.

Real Estate & Corporate/Commercial Law

In addition to immigration law, Faizan has extensive experience in real estate and corporate/commercial law. His expertise includes:

  • Real Estate Transactions: Handling residential and commercial conveyancing, land development, construction financing, and estate planning.
  • Corporate Governance & Risk Mitigation: Advising businesses on compliance, contract negotiation, and corporate regulatory matters.
  • Islamic Wills & Sharia-Compliant Financing: Providing legal solutions that align with clients' cultural and religious beliefs, ensuring compliance with Canadian law and financial regulations.

Published Work & Thought Leadership

Faizan is a respected legal author, contributing scholarly articles and professional insights on various legal topics, including:

  • Ethical Considerations in Immigration Law
  • Halal Mortgages & Islamic Estate Planning in Canada
  • Title Insurance & Real Estate Risk Management
  • Professional Responsibility for Immigration Practitioners

His publications help practitioners and the public understand critical legal and ethical issues, ensuring that they comply with industry regulations and best practices.

Recognition & Community Engagement

Faizan’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession and public service have been recognized with several prestigious awards:

  • Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award Pin (2022) – Honoring excellence in immigration law and public service.
  • King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025) – Recognizing 15 years of contributions to the legal industry, particularly in immigration law and ethics.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Faizan actively serves on the Board of Directors for the Halton Children's Aid Society and the Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies, advocating for child protection and legal education initiatives.

Education & Credentials

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.), Federation of Law Societies of Canada
  • LL.M. in Energy Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution, Aberdeen Business School, Scotland
  • LL.B. (Hons.), University of London
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Public Policy & Administrative Law, York University
  • Certification in Construction Law, Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Called to the Ontario Bar (2020)
  • Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC)