68/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Immigration Lawyers in Hamilton, ON: 2026 rankings
514 immigration lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Hamilton: Sab 13Ji Immigration and Notary Services, LFR Score 68/100; 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 3
Open 24 hours (per Google): Kingwell Immigration Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 514.
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Most-reviewed: Lewis & Associates LLP, 1,869 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 514 ranked; ranked #24.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
514 Hamilton immigration lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 21 are open 24/7, 168 open Saturdays and 61 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 514 rated law firms.
Top 10 immigration lawyers in Hamilton at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sab 13Ji Immigration and Notary Services | 68 | 4.9★ (138) | Hamilton | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | Sober Immigration | 67 | 5.0★ (1,738) | Mississauga, 47 km away | Sat | — |
| 3 | Kingwell Immigration Law | 67 | 5.0★ (419) | Toronto, 58 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 4 | AMN Immigration | 66 | 4.9★ (152) | Mississauga, 40 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Forward Path Immigration - Best immigration consultants in Canada | 66 | 5.0★ (33) | Hamilton | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Immigration, Refugee Claims , Appeals & Judicial Reviews : Barrister Anwar | 66 | 5.0★ (31) | Hamilton | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | MI-WAY Immigration | 66 | 5.0★ (981) | Mississauga, 46 km away | Sat | — |
| 8 | My Visa Source Law MDP | 66 | 4.8★ (1,235) | Toronto, 58 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Sunder Law | 65 | 4.9★ (308) | Mississauga, 46 km away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Mandall Immigration Law | 65 | 4.9★ (235) | Toronto, 59 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 514 immigration lawyers in Hamilton, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Mississauga, 47 km away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 1,738 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 58 km away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 419 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mississauga, 40 km away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 152 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hamilton
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hamilton
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mississauga, 46 km away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 981 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 58 km away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 1,235 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#9 Sunder Law
Based in Mississauga, 46 km away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 308 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 59 km away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 235 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hamilton
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#12 SIC Immigration
Based in Mississauga, 54 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 1,239 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 50 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 527 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mississauga, 49 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 594 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Radin Law LLP
Based in Toronto, 59 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 58 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 188 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 47 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,165 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hamilton
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#19 ALM Immigration
Based in Brampton, 56 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 436 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 56 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 663 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 51 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 427 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 56 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 304 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brampton, 49 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 272 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 62 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,869 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Toronto, 58 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Immigration lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 514 ranked immigration lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Hamilton
20 more immigration lawyers within 64 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adenike Aderibigbe, Barrister & Solicitor | 5.0★ (34) | In Hamilton |
| Alam Law Injury Lawyers Hamilton | 5.0★ (22) | In Hamilton |
| Arrow Law | 5.0★ (7) | In Hamilton |
| Barfknecht Law Office | 5.0★ (6) | In Hamilton |
| Collett Read LLP | 4.9★ (255) | In Hamilton |
| Connor Guyer & Araiche | 4.8★ (28) | In Hamilton |
| Daley Byers | 5.0★ (9) | In Hamilton |
| Donna Tiqui-Shebib Law | 3.9★ (11) | In Hamilton |
| Eisenberg Howard P | 4.7★ (19) | In Hamilton |
| Fikemi's Law Professional Corporation and Notary Public | 5.0★ (71) | In Hamilton |
| Genesee Criminal Law | 4.3★ (50) | In Hamilton |
| Graydon Sheppard Professional Corporation | 4.3★ (32) | In Hamilton |
| Jag Virk Lawyers | 5.0★ (27) | In Hamilton |
| Law Office of Paul Barrafato | 4.2★ (35) | In Hamilton |
| Lees and Lees Law Office | 4.5★ (43) | In Hamilton |
| Petgrave Law Firm | 5.0★ (6) | In Hamilton |
| Sekhon Law Office | 3.0★ (10) | In Hamilton |
| SimpsonWigle LAW LLP | 3.5★ (57) | In Hamilton |
| Sohal Barrister | 4.8★ (16) | In Hamilton |
| Trillium Law | 4.1★ (14) | In Hamilton |
How we ranked Hamilton immigration lawyers
We scored 514 Hamilton immigration lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Hamilton data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an immigration lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many immigration law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Check the lawyer is in good standing with a state bar or law society; immigration lawyers can be licensed in any state.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an immigration lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What are my options, and what are the risks of each?
- Which government fees are not included in your fee?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Immigration lawyers in Hamilton: frequently asked questions
Which immigration lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Hamilton?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked immigration lawyer in Hamilton, ON is Sab 13Ji Immigration and Notary Services with an LFR Score of 68/100. It has 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Sober Immigration (#2) and Kingwell Immigration Law (#3) follow. We ranked 514 immigration lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many immigration lawyers are there in Hamilton?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 514 immigration lawyers serving Hamilton, ON. 6 of them are based in Hamilton; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 64 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which immigration lawyers in Hamilton are open 24/7?
21 ranked immigration lawyers in Hamilton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Kingwell Immigration Law (#3), AMN Immigration (#4) and Mandall Immigration Law (#10). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which immigration lawyers in Hamilton work on weekends?
168 of 514 ranked immigration lawyers post Saturday hours and 61 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Sab 13Ji Immigration and Notary Services (#1), Sober Immigration (#2) and Kingwell Immigration Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Hamilton immigration lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 514 rated immigration lawyers in Hamilton is 4.9★, with a median of 44 reviews. Lewis & Associates LLP has the most, 1,869 reviews, and ranks #24. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank immigration lawyers?
Each immigration lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do immigration lawyers outside Hamilton count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Hamilton city centre, our service radius for immigration lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can immigration lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do immigration lawyers in Hamilton, ON charge?
Immigration lawyers often charge a flat fee per application; government processing fees are separate. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Who can legally represent me in an immigration matter?
In Canada, paid representatives must be lawyers, Quebec notaries or licensed immigration consultants regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of immigration lawyers in Hamilton, ON ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Hamilton?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Hamilton
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 514 immigration lawyers serving Hamilton.
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