Abbas M. Baig is the Founding Principal of BAIG LAW FIRM. A Barrister and Solicitor, Abbas obtained his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law. Abbas also holds a Master’s Degree (MSc.) with Honours, and a Bachelor’s Degree (BSc.) with Honours, from the University of Guelph.
At BAIG LAW FIRM, Abbas primarily focuses on personal injury law; immigration law; real estate law and franchise law.
Abbas has successfully appeared before the Federal Court of Canada and received favourable judgements for his clients. Notable Cases:
1) Fazal v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2023 FC 1654.
2) Chantal Razafintsalama v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2024 FC 926.
Abbas has also successfully obtained various Orders from the Ontario Courts. Notable Case:
3) 8443220 Canada Inc. v. V.G.R Investments Ltd., 2021 ONSC 8258 at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
Abbas has also represented clients at the Refugee Protection Division, Refugee Appeal Division and the Immigration Appeal Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB).
Prior to becoming a lawyer, Abbas served as Chief of Staff to a Federal Member of Parliament in the Government of Canada. Abbas also served as an Advisor to Cabinet Ministers in the Government of Ontario.
While working in politics and government, Abbas provided strategic advice to politicians and elected members in the provincial and federal government. He has built strong relationships in many multicultural and multi-ethnic communities, with elected officials, and prominent figures in various communities.
Areas Of Practice:
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Franchise Law
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Corporate Law
Serving clients across Mississauga, Oakville, Milton, Brampton, Toronto, Kitchener, Waterloo, Hamilton, Niagara Falls, and the surrounding areas.