Each year Canada accepts hundreds of new immigrants. Canada is a democratic land of opportunities, a country concerned about the health and welfare of its citizens, which takes a proactive approach to its economic and environmental future. On many levels, Canada is a very attractive place to call “home”. Immigration is about the global movement of people to meet the world’s changing needs, and for many people around the world, immigrating to Canada represents growth, stability, work and educational opportunities. Canadian immigration lawyers help people realize their dreams of making a life in Canada.
Meet The Team
CATHERINE A. SAS, K.C
Partner
VICTOR ING
Partner
PREET GILL
Associate Lawyer
Vancouver, CANADA | speaks Punjabi
Preet is an Associate Lawyer with Sas & Ing. She began her journey with Catherine Sas, Q.C. in 2015 as a summer intern, while she considered pursuing a career in law. In 2019, Preet earned her Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Liverpool, School of Law and Social Justice. During her studies, she gained valuable experience in Immigration Law as a summer student at Sas & Ing. She completed her articles under Catherine Sas, K.C. in B.C. and Michael A.E. Greene, K.C. in Alberta. In July 2024, Preet was called to the bar in Alberta, and shortly thereafter, she relocated back to B.C. and was admitted to practice.
Throughout her time with Sas & Ing, Preet has benefited from exceptional mentorship and training. She emphasizes a collaborative approach with clients, focusing on managing expectations while fostering genuine relationships and promoting realistic outcomes. With an understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by immigrants, she is committed to being a trusted advocate for her clients throughout the immigration process.
Preet seeks to offer compassionate support along with knowledgeable guidance, working collaboratively to help clients and their families build a secure and stable future in Canada.
ALIFYA SHAKIR
Accounting Manager
Mumbai, INDIA
Alifya Shakir is an experienced accounting professional with more than 8 years of total experience. She holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance with an Advanced Diploma in Taxation which she obtained from the University of Mumbai. At Sas & Ing she is responsible for maintaining the financial health of the company. When she is not working, she loves to travel and be around her family and friends.
JUDY
Immigration Paralegal and Accounting Assistant
Iloilo City, PHILIPPINES
Judy has more than ten years of experience as an immigration paralegal and has been a longstanding member of the Immigration Law Centre team. An immigrant herself, she moved firstly to the US before immigrating to Canada. Judy and her family arrived in Canada in July 2007 and shortly thereafter she began her immigration career with Catherine at her Gastown location. A licensed lawyer in the Philippines, Judy brings her professional background to assist Sas and Ing’s Filipino clientele. In addition, Judy has obtained a Paralegal Certificate from Vancouver Community College and her Immigration Consultant Diploma from Ashton College. Most recently, Judy has advanced to the role of accounting assistant. She is fluent in English, Tagalog and her native dialect, Ilonggo.
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