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Muhammad Wajahat Faizan, J.D., LL.MMuhammad 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.
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:
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:
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:
Faizan is a respected legal author, contributing scholarly articles and professional insights on various legal topics, including:
His publications help practitioners and the public understand critical legal and ethical issues, ensuring that they comply with industry regulations and best practices.
Faizan’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession and public service have been recognized with several prestigious awards:
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.