About
Strategic Immigration Advice. Strong Advocacy. Practical Solutions.
Immigration is about more than applications and paperwork. It is about families seeking to reunite, businesses searching for talent, individuals pursuing opportunity, and people building a future in Canada.
At Szikinger Immigration Law, we understand that immigration decisions can have life-changing consequences. Whether you are applying for a work permit, seeking permanent residence, responding to a procedural fairness letter, challenging a refusal in Federal Court, or defending against removal from Canada, you deserve clear advice and effective representation.
Our firm is committed to helping clients navigate Canada’s immigration system with confidence, clarity, and a well-defined legal strategy.
Meet Dean Szikinger
Dean Szikinger is the founder of Szikinger Immigration Law. Since obtaining his Juris Doctor degree in 2012, Dean has focused his practice on Canadian immigration and citizenship law. Over the course of his career, he has assisted individuals, families, employers, and businesses with a wide range of immigration matters, from temporary visas and permanent residence applications to complex litigation before the Federal Court of Canada.
“My goal is simple: to provide clear advice, practical solutions, and strong advocacy when my clients need it most.”
Immigration Is Personal
Dean understands the immigration process from both a professional and personal perspective. After immigrating to Canada from Hungary as a child, he witnessed firsthand the opportunities that Canada can offer newcomers and the challenges that often accompany the process of building a new life in a new country.
These experiences helped inspire his decision to pursue a career in immigration law. Today, they continue to inform his commitment to helping individuals, families, employers, and businesses navigate Canada’s immigration system with confidence.
Dean recognizes that behind every immigration application is a unique story. Whether assisting a family seeking reunification, a skilled worker pursuing permanent residence, or an individual facing a complex immigration challenge, he remains focused on providing thoughtful legal advice, practical solutions, and strong advocacy.
More Than Applications
Many immigration matters involve more than completing forms.
Applications may be refused. Processing may become unreasonably delayed. Allegations of inadmissibility may arise. Families may face separation. Businesses may struggle to secure the workers they need.
These situations often require legal analysis, strategic planning, and strong advocacy.
Our firm approaches every case with a focus on identifying the most effective path forward while providing honest and practical advice about risks, options, and likely outcomes.
Federal Court Advocacy
Few immigration matters are more important than challenging an unreasonable decision.
Our firm regularly assists clients with judicial reviews and other litigation matters before the Federal Court of Canada. This experience provides valuable insight into how immigration decisions are assessed, challenged, and defended.
Whether a client is facing a visa refusal, an application delay, or a complex immigration dispute, we are prepared to pursue all available legal remedies when necessary.
Serving Clients Across Canada and Around the World
Although our offices are located in Vancouver and Winnipeg, we represent clients throughout Canada and internationally. Modern communication technology allows us to provide effective and efficient service regardless of location.
Our clients include:
- Individuals and families
- International students
- Skilled workers
- Employers
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Permanent residents
- Refugee claimants
No matter where you are located, we are committed to providing responsive and personalized service.
Our Approach
Every client’s circumstances are unique. We take the time to understand:
- Your immigration goals
- Your personal and family circumstances
- Your employment or business objectives
- Potential legal challenges
- Long-term immigration strategies
Our Commitment
At Szikinger Immigration Law, we believe clients deserve:
- Clear and practical legal advice
- Honest assessments
- Responsive communication
- Thorough preparation
- Strategic advocacy
- Professional representation
Immigration matters can be stressful and uncertain. Our role is to guide clients through the process with confidence and provide the strongest representation possible at every stage.
Lilla Tora
Senior Immigration Case Manager
Lilla Tora has been an integral part of Szikinger Immigration Law for over five years, working closely with Dean Szikinger to provide exceptional service and support to clients throughout the immigration process. Splitting her time between Manitoba and British Columbia, she brings a strong commitment to professionalism, attention to detail, and client care.
Lilla is known for her meticulous approach to file preparation and her ability to identify important details that can significantly impact the outcome of an application. Working collaboratively with Dean, she helps ensure that client files, supporting documentation, and legal submissions are thoroughly reviewed and carefully prepared. Together, they share a commitment to providing efficient, high-quality representation and practical solutions for clients.
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Over the years, Lilla has developed extensive experience preparing and filing a wide range of immigration applications, including visitor visas, work permits, permanent residence applications, criminal rehabilitation applications, and family sponsorships. She is particularly passionate about family reunification matters and plays a key role in the preparation of sponsorship applications, sponsorship appeals, humanitarian and compassionate applications, and Application Records.
Lilla has contributed to numerous successful outcomes for clients, including family sponsorships, sponsorship appeals, and humanitarian applications. Her dedication, organizational skills, and commitment to excellence make her a valued member of the firm and an important part of the client experience.
Outside of work, Lilla enjoys dog training, fitness, road trips, and travel. She is always eager to explore new places and experiences, whether close to home or abroad.
Lilla is often the first point of contact for prospective clients and is available to assist with consultation scheduling and general inquiries. She looks forward to helping clients take the next step toward achieving their immigration goals.
Building Futures in Canada
Whether you are seeking temporary status, permanent residence, family reunification, humanitarian relief, or assistance with a complex immigration issue, we are here to help. We would be honoured to assist you on your Canadian immigration journey.