Jae-Yeon Lim

Jae-Yeon Lim, known as Jae, dedicates her legal expertise solely to the nuances of Canadian immigration law, with a special emphasis on aiding corporations. Her clientele spans a broad spectrum, including both burgeoning family businesses and cutting-edge technology firms, as well as affluent individuals and their families aiming to settle in Canada, either temporarily or permanently. Jae is adept at smoothing the path for international persons seeking new opportunities in Canada, offering her wisdom on a range of durations for their stay. Her guidance covers the spectrum of compliance audits for employers, as well as bespoke immigration strategies that cater precisely to the unique demands of each organization she serves.

Jae lends her considerable skills to assist individuals of substantial wealth, along with professionals and their kin, in navigating the intricate landscape of immigration. This includes support with family sponsorships, obtaining permanent residency, citizenship, and tackling more complex immigration challenges such as prior rejections, questions of admissibility, and residency complications.

Before her current role, Jae steered the immigration department of a national law firm based in Vancouver. Despite her Toronto roots, her career has seen her manage demanding cases across Canada, collaborating with agile immigration teams both in global companies and specialized boutique firms, including her own practice. Additionally, Jae has shared her extensive knowledge as an instructor of immigration law at the University of British Columbia. Beyond her professional commitments, Jae actively participates in the Canadian Bar Association’s National Immigration Section’s Executive as the Senior CPD Coordinator, where she plays a pivotal role in curating educational programs for the immigration legal community throughout the year.

With a rich background exceeding a decade in the field, Jae's passion lies in advocating for her clients, enabling more families and businesses to realize their Canadian aspirations. This commitment also extends to enhancing Canada's reputation as a welcoming and fair place for living and entrepreneurship. Her exceptional contributions have earned her recognition in the 2024 Chambers and Partners rankings as a leading immigration lawyer in the "Associate to Watch" category.

Jae's linguistic proficiency encompasses English, French, and Korean, reflecting her diverse skill set. Her academic credentials are equally impressive, holding law degrees from McGill University and a BA with high distinction in French language and literature from the University of Toronto. Her legal practice is authorized in British Columbia since 2018, Ontario since 2014, and Saskatchewan since 2012, showcasing her wide-ranging influence and expertise across the nation.