About Cher

Cher has a diverse legal practice that focuses on immigration law and litigation.

Cher offers immigration services to individuals and corporations. Individuals looking to immigrate or bring their family members to Canada may seek Cher’s professional advice on applications for citizenship, permanent residency, and temporary residency. She advises corporations on the employment of foreign nationals and immigration compliance, and offers assistance with Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) or specialized work permits.

Cher enforces regulation and bylaws within the Provincial and Supreme Court systems in Prince Edward Island. She litigates judicial review of immigration decisions at the Federal Court of Canada and inadmissibility appeals at the Immigration Appeal Division. She also represents newcomers to Canada in general litigation matters within the judicial system.

In December 2021, Cher successfully completed the Osgoode Certificate in ESG, Climate Risk & The Law, through the Osgoode Hall Law School of York University.

Cher is a member of the Law Society of Prince Edward Island, the Canadian Bar Association and the Immigration and Refugee Services Association, where she sits on the Board of Directors.

Appointments & Community Involvement

  • Board of Directors for the Immigration and Refugee Services Association 2021-2022

Education

  • J.D., Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University (2015)
  • M.A. (International Law and Human Rights), United Nations mandated Universidad para la Paz (2010)
  • B.Sc. (Biology), University of Prince Edward Island (2007)

Bar Admissions

  • Prince Edward Island (2016)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish (Functional)