Garson Immigration Law Partners Named to 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™; Jessica Ravenhurst Named in Ones to Watch in Canada™ List

Garson Immigration Law is honoured to announce that its partners, David L.P. Garson and Randolph Hahn, have been named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™. The firm is also proud to report that its associate, Jessica Ravenhurst, was recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ list for Immigration Law in North York.

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Honourees are chosen by practice area and jurisdiction through a detailed nomination and peer review process. Each candidate is further verified to confirm they are actively practicing and in good standing. Those who consistently receive strong reviews undergo an additional vetting before officially being named to The Best Lawyers in Canada™.

David L.P. Garson Recognized for Immigration Law by The Best Lawyers in Canada™

David L.P. Garson has been named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for his work in Immigration Law.

David is the Managing Partner of Garson Immigration Law and a Law Society of Ontario Certified Specialist in Immigration Law. With more than 30 years of practice dedicated exclusively to immigration, he is recognized as one of Canada’s leading authorities in the field. The International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers, the official research partner of the International Bar Association, has named him among the country’s top 10 most highly regarded immigration lawyers.

David provides strategic advice on cross-border business immigration matters, representing senior executives, professionals, institutions, and multinational corporations. His work includes assisting major information technology companies in areas such as semiconductor design, enterprise content management, software development, and IT finance solutions. Since beginning his practice in 1988, David has held numerous leadership positions, including Chair of the Canadian Bar Association – Ontario, Immigration and Citizenship Section, Chair of the Canada Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and Chair of the Continuing Legal Education Committee of the Canadian Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division. He is also a long-standing member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

Randolph K. Hahn Recognized for Work in Immigration Law

Randolph K. Hahn has been listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for Immigration Law.

Randolph practises exclusively in Canadian immigration and citizenship law and is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Immigration Law. He is consistently recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for immigration law and has also been named a “Recommended” lawyer in Corporate Immigration by the Lexology Who’s Who Legal index. His reputation extends internationally, having been ranked by Chambers and Partners, Global. In addition to his practice, Randolph contributes to the profession as Associate Editor of The Immigration Law Reporter (Thomson Reuters) and co-editor of A Practical Guide to Provincial Nominee Programs in Canadian Immigration Law.

With over thirty years of experience, Randolph provides strategic advice on the transfer and relocation of executive and managerial personnel and a broad range of Canadian immigration applications. He also represents clients in immigration litigation, regularly appearing before all three divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board and the Federal Court of Canada. His depth of knowledge and dedication to client service make him a trusted advisor to individuals, businesses, and institutions navigating Canada’s complex immigration system.

Jessica Ravenhurst Named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ for Immigration Law

Jessica Ravenhurst has been recognized by Best Lawyers in its 2026 Ones to Watch in Canada™ list for her work in Immigration Law in North York.

Jessica’s practice focuses exclusively on Canadian immigration and citizenship matters. Throughout her career, she has concentrated on helping both individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of immigration, providing practical guidance and tailored solutions at every stage of the process.

She regularly assists clients with a wide range of applications, including temporary and permanent residence, and has significant experience preparing employment-based work permit applications. Jessica also advises on pathways to permanent residence through the Federal Economic Class, Family Class, and various Provincial Nominee Programs, supporting clients in achieving their goals of living and working in Canada.

Garson Immigration Law: Providing Top-Tier Canadian and US Immigration and Citizenship Services in Toronto

Congratulations to David and Randolph on their inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and to Jessica on being named to the Ones to Watch in Canada™ list!

At Garson Immigration Law, we assist clients seeking to immigrate to Canada or the United States. Our firm is well recognized in the field of immigration law, working with both individuals and businesses to develop and implement effective, practical solutions for a wide range of immigration matters. To speak with one of our experienced immigration lawyers about your situation, please contact us online or call 416-321-2860.