We provide legal services in three key areas: Family Law, Criminal Law, and Immigration Law.

At Guzun & Associates, consultations are not free in most cases. We offer personalized legal consultations at a competitive hourly rate to ensure that you receive dedicated, professional advice tailored to your situation.

Moreover, we offer a short, free orientation call to understand the nature of your legal issue and determine if we can assist you. This call is not a full legal consultation but allows us to guide you on the next steps, explain our process, and help you schedule a proper consultation if needed.

Plus, if you qualify for legal aid in an eligible immigration or asylum case, your first consultation may be free. Please contact us to confirm your eligibility.

We accept legal aid mandates only for refugee and asylum cases submitted through the immigration system. For other family law, criminal law, or general immigration cases, we do not accept legal aid.

If you believe you may qualify for legal aid in an asylum matter, reach out to us — we will guide you through the process of obtaining your mandate.

Our office is located in the Old Port of Montreal, in front of Federal Court and 5 minutes from Courthouse and Municipal Court, ensuring easy access for in-person meetings and court proceedings.

We serve clients in French, English, Spanish, Russian, Romanian, and Bulgarian.

You can book a consultation by phone, through our website contact form, or by email. We offer consultations in person, online, or by phone.

First, we offer a short, free orientation call to understand your situation and determine if we can assist you.

If we can help, the next step is to schedule a full consultation. During the consultation, we conduct a detailed case review to assess your situation objectively.

In urgent cases, we strive to schedule consultations the same day or, at the latest, the next business day.

Our standard rate is $300/hour. We also offer flat-fee packages for certain services. Legal aid mandates are accepted only for eligible asylum cases in immigration matters.

At Guzun & Associates, we prioritize resolving disputes through negotiation or mediation whenever possible.

However, when litigation becomes necessary to protect your rights, we build a strong, strategic case and represent you with determination before the courts.

Whether in family, criminal, or immigration law, we ensure you are fully prepared for each stage of the legal process and fight to achieve the best possible outcome.

Yes. In Quebec, only one spouse needs to want the divorce. The other’s refusal does not prevent the process.

It depends. An uncontested divorce can take 2 to 6 months. A contested divorce may take much longer.

Family-related debts are often shared. Each situation is evaluated case by case.

It can be submitted to the court for homologation, making it legally enforceable.

Only with both parents’ consent or a court order.

No. Written permission from the other parent is needed, especially if you have a custody agreement or judgment.

Costs vary depending on complexity. Uncontested divorces are usually less expensive.

Only if there’s a major change in circumstances. Otherwise, the agreement stands.

You can request a protection order (no-contact order) from the court.

Contact us to check if a free initial consultation is available depending on your case.

Our hourly rate is $300, with over 20 years of experience in family law.

Call us at 514-842-7414 or fill out the form on our website to book an appointment the same day or the next day.

We are located at 1 McGill Street, Suite 105, near the Old Port of Montreal.

No, but in some cases you can apply for restoration of status within 90 days of expiry.

No. A valid work permit is required. In certain situations, it is possible to change your status from within Canada.

You usually need a job offer from a Canadian employer and, unless exempt, a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

Yes, but certain conditions apply. You must notify IRCC if you change institutions, especially at the post-secondary level.

An LMIA is an assessment done by Service Canada. Some categories (like international agreements or Canadian interests) are exempt.

Yes. Several programs (e.g., Quebec Experience Program, Express Entry, sponsorship) allow transition to permanent residence.

Yes. Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor a spouse, children, parents, and in some cases other close relatives.

Processing time depends on the type of sponsorship. For inland spousal sponsorship, it usually takes 12 to 18 months.

Yes, if you have valid status or an open work permit tied to your application.

You can appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) or, if ineligible, seek judicial review or a humanitarian application.

You are entitled to temporary housing, medical care, a work permit after a few months, and a fair hearing before the Board.

Yes, if you've been in Canada for some time and established significant ties (work, children, integration, vulnerability).

Not automatically. But it can be a positive factor in a humanitarian application.

For some programs, yes (such as PEQ). Others do not necessarily require French.

A program for Quebec graduates and temporary foreign workers to apply for permanent residence under certain conditions.

Not necessarily. If you have implied status, you can remain in Canada until a decision is made.

Yes. A criminal record can make you inadmissible. You may need a pardon or rehabilitation.

Generally no, except for short-term studies (under 6 months). Otherwise, a study permit is required.

Yes. You can appeal some refusals to Federal Court or resubmit a stronger application.

Our fees vary depending on case complexity. Contact us for a personalized estimate.

Police need a warrant or reasonable grounds. You can refuse without a warrant.

It stays until a record suspension (formerly pardon) is granted.

No. Wait to receive disclosure and speak with a lawyer.

It’s the evidence the Crown must share with you before trial: statements, reports, videos, etc.

Yes, for more serious offences. Your lawyer can advise you.

No. Only the Crown decides whether to proceed.

Our consultation fee is $300. Other fees depend on your case.

Yes. A conviction can make you inadmissible and lead to removal.

It varies. A case can take several months depending on the court schedule.

You may face new charges for breaching conditions.

Our consultations cost $300. Contact us to schedule quickly.

It’s an agreement to follow rules after arrest while awaiting trial.

Do not plead guilty before reviewing disclosure and speaking to a lawyer.

Yes. An immediate administrative suspension applies. A conviction brings further penalties.

Yes. Some tests can be challenged if your rights were violated.

Do not contact the complainant. Respect all conditions and speak to a lawyer quickly.

Yes, by applying to the court with help from a lawyer.

They may request it, but only a judge can modify the no-contact order.

It depends. You must apply to the court to clarify or modify the conditions.

It’s possible in some cases. It depends on the facts, your history, and rehabilitation efforts.

Not always. The Crown can proceed with other evidence.

Yes. Your lawyer can negotiate with the Crown to avoid trial or reduce charges.