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U.S. Immigration Attorneys in Montréal — New York State Bar Admitted

We are the only immigration law firm in Montréal with NYSBA admission — giving our clients full legal authority on the U.S. side of the border without the cost of engaging a separate American firm.

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New York State Bar admission
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U.S. immigration services
35+
Years of cross-border practice
Montréal
Based — no U.S. retainer required

The only Montréal firm with dual CA + U.S. bar admission

Handle your Canadian PR and U.S. visa together — one firm, no coordination gap, no duplicate retainers.

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U.S. Immigration Services

All U.S. immigration services

Every service is handled by a New York State Bar admitted attorney — from Montréal, in your language.

Most Popular~3–6 months
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Non-Immigrant Investor Visa for Canadians

Live and work in the U.S. through a substantial investment in a U.S. enterprise. No fixed minimum. Renewable indefinitely. Canadians qualify.

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🪙~18–36 months
EB-5 Investor Green Card
Permanent Residency Through Investment

U.S. Green Card via a minimum $800,000 investment in a USCIS-designated Regional Center or direct investment. The only investor pathway to permanent status.

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💼~1–4 weeks
TN Visa (CUSMA)
Professional, Expedited Under CUSMA/USMCA

For Canadian professionals in CUSMA-covered occupations (engineers, scientists, accountants, lawyers, architects). No lottery, no cap — processed at the border.

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🏛~2–5 months
L-1 Intracompany Transfer
Executives, Managers & Specialized Knowledge

For employees of multinational companies transferring to a U.S. affiliate, subsidiary, or parent. L-1A for executives/managers; L-1B for specialized knowledge workers.

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🟢~12–36 months
Green Card (Employment-Based)
EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 Permanent Residency

Employment-based immigrant visa categories for extraordinary ability (EB-1), advanced degree professionals (EB-2), and skilled workers (EB-3). PERM labor certification where required.

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🛡Case-by-case
Waivers of Inadmissibility
I-601, I-601A, Criminal & Health Grounds

If you’ve been refused U.S. entry due to a prior criminal record, misrepresentation, or health grounds, a waiver application may restore your eligibility. Complex — professional help is essential.

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Most Requested · E-2 Treaty Investor

The E-2 Investor Visa — live and work in the U.S. through your business

Canada is an E-2 treaty country — meaning Canadian nationals can apply for this U.S. non-immigrant investor visa without a fixed minimum investment amount. It’s the most practical U.S. pathway for entrepreneurs, franchise buyers, and business owners who want to operate on the American side of the border.

Visa Validity
5 years, renewable
Spouse Work Auth.
EAD eligible
Processing
3–6 months
Investment
Substantial (no min.)
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Assess Your E-2 Eligibility — Free

In 15 minutes, a NYSBA-admitted attorney will assess your investment concept, nationality, and business model — and give you an honest probability of approval.

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★★★★★

“We opened our U.S. franchise using the E-2 visa. The business plan Leiter Rahme prepared was approved on first submission at the Montréal consulate. Far less expensive than a New York firm — same legal standard.”

Jean-Pierre L.
Montréal → Miami · E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Why Canadians Choose E-2
Treaty eligibilityCanada qualifies — no approval needed
No lotteryUnlike H-1B, no annual cap or selection
Renewable indefinitelyAs long as the business operates
Spouse work auth.E-2 spouse can apply for unrestricted EAD
CUSMA Professionals · TN Visa

TN Visa — the fastest U.S. work authorization for Canadian professionals

Under the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA), Canadian professionals in designated categories — engineers, scientists, accountants, architects, lawyers, and more — can obtain U.S. work authorization at the port of entry. No employer sponsorship process, no cap, no lottery.

  • ✓ No annual cap — available year-round
  • ✓ Processed at the U.S. border or pre-clearance
  • ✓ Renewable in 3-year increments, unlimited renewals
  • ✓ Dual intent not recognized — E-2 or EB-5 often paired
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Client Testimonials

Clients who crossed the border with us

★★★★★

“My TN visa was refused at the border. Leiter Rahme had me back at the port of entry with a complete documentation package two weeks later. I’ve been renewing with them for three years.”

Sarah K.
Toronto · New York · TN Visa (CUSMA)
★★★★★

“We structured our U.S. restaurant group acquisition as an E-2 investment. Leiter Rahme’s business plan was consulate-approved on first submission. The cost was a fraction of what a New York firm quoted us.”

Jean-Pierre L.
Montréal · Miami · E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
★★★★★

“As a Lebanese national pursuing both U.S. and Canadian opportunities, I needed a firm that could navigate both the Canadian and U.S. systems. Leiter Rahme was the only option that could do both.”

Reza M.
Beirut · U.S. · EB-5 Investor Green Card
Questions Fréquentes

U.S. immigration FAQs

Every question is answered by a licensed attorney. Book a free consultation below.

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Can a Canadian firm handle my U.S. immigration case? +
Only if the firm holds U.S. bar admission. Leiter Rahme is admitted to the New York State Bar, giving us full legal authority to represent you in U.S. immigration matters — without needing to engage a separate American firm.
What is the minimum investment for an E-2 visa? +
There is no fixed statutory minimum. The investment must be “substantial” relative to the total cost of the enterprise — in practice, often $100,000+, though smaller amounts can qualify for lower-cost businesses. Funds must be at risk and committed.
How is the TN visa different from an H-1B? +
The TN visa is available only to Canadian and Mexican professionals under CUSMA, has no annual cap or lottery, and is processed at the border. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap, a lottery, and lengthy USCIS processing.
Can I apply for an EB-5 visa from Canada? +
Yes. Canadian nationals and residents of any nationality living in Canada can pursue the EB-5 immigrant investor green card through a qualifying investment, typically $800,000 in a designated Regional Center project.
Do I need to visit the U.S. Consulate for my E-2 application? +
Canadian nationals can apply at a U.S. Consulate in Montréal or Ottawa without first entering the U.S. We prepare your full DS-160 package and conduct mock consular interview preparation before your appointment.
What if my U.S. visa is refused? +
Depending on the grounds, options include reapplication with corrected evidence or a waiver of inadmissibility (I-601 / I-601A). We assess the refusal and advise on the strongest available remedy.

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