66/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Immigration Lawyers in Victoria, BC: 2026 rankings
6 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 Victoria: New Port Immigration Consulting, LFR Score 66/100; 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Forghani Law - Immigration Lawyer, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 6.
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Most-reviewed: Velletta Pedersen Christie Lawyers, 153 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 6 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
6 Victoria immigration lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 6 rated law firms.
Top 6 immigration lawyers in Victoria 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 | New Port Immigration Consulting | 66 | 4.8★ (51) | Victoria | — | Top score |
| 2 | Forghani Law - Immigration Lawyer | 65 | 5.0★ (29) | Oak Bay, 50 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | David Aujla | 65 | 4.8★ (36) | Victoria | — | — |
| 4 | CANINGRESS Immigration Services | 63 | 4.8★ (19) | Colwood, 1 km away | Evenings | — |
| 5 | Velletta Pedersen Christie Lawyers | 57 | 4.5★ (153) | Victoria | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Hutchison Oss-Cech Marlatt | 56 | 4.5★ (67) | Victoria | — | — |
All 6 immigration lawyers in Victoria, 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.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Oak Bay, 50 km away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
#3 David Aujla
Based in Victoria
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based in Colwood, 1 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Immigration attorney”.
Based in Victoria
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 153 Google reviews, the most in Victoria.
Based in Victoria
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 67 Google reviews.
How we ranked Victoria immigration lawyers
We scored 6 Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria: frequently asked questions
Which immigration lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Victoria?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked immigration lawyer in Victoria, BC is New Port Immigration Consulting with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews. Forghani Law - Immigration Lawyer (#2) and David Aujla (#3) follow. We ranked 6 immigration lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many immigration lawyers are there in Victoria?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 6 immigration lawyers serving Victoria, BC. 4 of them are based in Victoria; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which immigration lawyers in Victoria are open 24/7?
1 ranked immigration lawyer in Victoria posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Forghani Law - Immigration Lawyer (#2). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which immigration lawyers in Victoria work on weekends?
1 of 6 ranked immigration lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Forghani Law - Immigration Lawyer (#2). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Victoria immigration lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 6 rated immigration lawyers in Victoria is 4.8★, with a median of 44 reviews. Velletta Pedersen Christie Lawyers has the most, 153 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Victoria count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Victoria 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 Victoria, BC 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 Victoria, BC 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 Victoria?
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 Victoria
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 6 immigration lawyers serving Victoria.
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