Vivian Yuen

Vivian Yuen, a seasoned Canadian immigration lawyer at Larlee Rosenberg, brought a wealth of experience back to the firm after a strategic five-year stint managing immigration programs at a global tech corporation. Vivian's practice spans the full spectrum of immigration law, from securing work permits and facilitating permanent residence applications to orchestrating family sponsorships and citizenship processes. Her clientele is impressively diverse, encompassing individuals and families from every corner of the globe, as well as corporations across a myriad of industries such as IT, entertainment, manufacturing, and finance, to name a few.

During her tenure in the tech industry, Vivian was instrumental in founding and leading a benchmarking group focused on Canadian immigration, drawing together professionals from corporate immigration, mobility, and HR sectors. Beyond immigration, she has a rich background in managing international relocations and telecommuting policies, showcasing her versatility and forward-thinking approach to mobility.

Vivian's leadership extends into her community involvement, where she has made significant contributions as a Director of the Burnaby Board of Trade and Chair of its Pacific Gateway Committee. Her active role in the Canadian Bar Association's BC branch, particularly as a co-chair of the Women Lawyers Forum, highlights her commitment to professional development and advocacy. Vivian is also recognized for her engaging presentations at conferences on a range of immigration topics.

Fluent in English and Cantonese, with a good understanding of Mandarin, Vivian's linguistic skills enhance her ability to serve a broad client base. Her achievements include strategizing immigration solutions for a multinational infrastructure firm, facilitating the transition of foreign workers to permanent residency amidst major projects like bridge and highway constructions across Canada. Vivian has adeptly secured work permits for NAFTA professionals and intra-company transferees without the need for confirmation, and has been pivotal in assisting Canadian employers to obtain Labour Market Impact Assessments swiftly.

Her successes also extend to helping students navigate study permit applications, including those facing initial refusals, and advising on pathways to permanent residency post-graduation. Vivian has secured nominations through provincial programs like the BC PNP and AINP and has been a guiding light for applicants seeking permanent residency on humanitarian and compassionate grounds. Her expertise in overcoming complex sponsorship cases and renewing permanent resident cards for global Canadian employees underscores her comprehensive knowledge and client-focused approach.

In the realm of appeals, Vivian has skillfully represented clients in spousal sponsorship and residency matters before the Immigration Appeal Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board, further cementing her reputation as a dedicated and effective advocate in Canadian immigration law.