Background About Andy J. Semotiuk

U.S. Immigration Attorney - Member of the bars of California and New York

These are the toughest bar exams in the United States . The pass rate in California recently fell below 50 per cent of all those writing the examinations. Graduates from many law schools, as well as undergraduate studies did not succeed. This means when you engage Mr. Semotiuk as your immigration attorney, you will have an attorney who has met the top legal credentials in the United States . With these credentials Mr. Semotiuk can not only undertake your immigration application, but also guide you in other federal as well as California and New York state legal matters.

Canadian Immigration Lawyer - Member of the bars of Ontario, B.C. and Alberta

In Canada these are again the toughest bar examinations. With these credentials Mr. Semotiuk can not only advise you on Canadian immigration law, but he can also relate to immigration problems involving both Canada and the United States , as well as other legal issues.

There are probably less than a dozen attorneys in North America who practice immigration law both in the United States and in Canada . This means Mr. Semotiuk is one of very few attorneys qualified to work with you on immigration issues involving both countries.

Mr. Semotiuk is a graduate of a combined Commerce-Law program from U.B.C.

Mr. Semotiuk's studies immersed him not only in legal matters, but also in the world of business. This knowledge can be particularly helpful to your case in circumstances where you are an executive or business immigrant. For example, Mr. Semotiuk knows how to read financial statements, do strategic planning and prepare business plans. These are all requirements that may be demanded of you as a business immigrant. Mr. Semotiuk can help bring you up to succeed in such matters.

Mr. Semotiuk has practiced law for over 30 years and served over 15,000 clients

There is no doubt that Mr. Semotiuk has experience that you can put to work on your immigration matter. Having worked with so many clients, Mr. Semotiuk has learned how to relate to clients, understand their needs and communicate effectively with them. By engaging Mr. Semotiuk you will become involved in a legal relationship with someone who will care about you, understand your needs and communicate effectively with you.

Mr. Semotiuk was a United Nations Correspondent from 1975 to 1977

As an international journalist Mr. Semotiuk learned about people from various countries in the world. He learned about their political, economic, social and cultural circumstances. This experience gave Mr. Semotiuk a deeper understanding in working with his clients - he is better able to empathize with you since he will likely be familiar with your heritage and personal circumstances.

Mr. Semotiuk was the first attorney to open an office in West Edmonton Mall - the largest indoor shopping center in the world

This experience illustrates that Mr. Semotiuk is an innovator and a risk taker. He welcomes new ideas and is open minded. He will put these same qualities to work for you on your immigration case.

Mr. Semotiuk was a founding partner of the law firm of Biamonte, Cairo and Shortreed

As someone who chaired partnership meetings of this mid-sized law firm for several years Mr. Semotiuk demonstrated his leadership ability and his skill in effectively participating in business meetings. These abilities can be invaluable to you in circumstances where meetings with immigration officers may be required.

Mr. Semotiuk acted for over 300 Fijian refugees in the late 1980s

Through this experience Mr. Semotiuk gained an acute appreciation of what it means to leave everything behind in order to immigrate to North America . He understands the stresses and strains of immigrant life. He will empathize with your circumstances as his client.

Mr. Semotiuk served on the Canadian Human Rights Commission, Tribunal Panel

For two years from 1985 to 1987 Mr. Semotiuk sat as a judge in regard to human rights cases that arose before the Tribunal Panel of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

In this position Mr. Semotiuk learned what it was like to view a case from the point of view of an adjudicator instead of as one of the adverse parties. This experience will help Mr. Semotiuk view your case objectively and dispassionately. His legal advice will not be clouded by emotions relating to the desire to win your case, or to see your case from just one point of view.

Mr. Semotiuk is an Associate of the Law Firms of Hansma & Bristow and Mangat and Associates in Canada, as well as Manning , Marder, Kass, Ellrod and Ramirez LLP in the United States

By frequently traveling back and forth between the United States and Canada Mr. Semotiuk stays current with developments in immigration in both countries. As an associate of these law firms Mr. Semotiuk has access to the legal resources and staff necessary to properly handle your matters. For example, in Los Angeles , the law firm of Manning, Marder, Kass, Elrod and Ramirez LLP has over 100 attorneys handling all types of legal matters. The backup provided by these law firms helps Mr. Semotiuk provide first-rate immigration services to all his clients, whether they want to immigrate to the United States or to Canada .

Our Mission, Values, and Vision:

Mission: Helping clients improve their lives through immigration.

Values:

1. Integrity - we always put our client's interests first, by always abiding by the law.
2. Accessibility - we respond to client communications ASAP - no later than 48 hours.
3. Dependability - we support our clients until they achieve what they want.
4. Affordability - we charge the lowest reasonable fee that does not compromise quality service.

Vision: To be a 'McDonald's' of the U.S immigration and Canadian immigration consulting industry.

Explanatory note for Vision Statement:
McDonalds is very conscious about their market. They strive to serve families - a select market segment. We strive to serve professionals and executives, also a select market segment. Serving a select market segment requires a menu suitable to them. You don't go to McDonalds for a steak dinner, for example. Similarly, we provide a basic menu of immigration services suitable only for professionals and executives.

In short, we do not try to be all things to all people, but rather try to be excellent in providing what our market segment really wants.