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Emily is an Associate at Fragomen’s Toronto office, where she supports a variety of case types including Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and work permit applications, with a particular emphasis on permanent residence. She helps clients navigate complex immigration processes, ensuring compliance while identifying strategic opportunities to strengthen applications and improve outcomes. With her strong understanding of both policy and real-world application, Emily provides strategic advice that supports long-term success.
Emily has extensive experience advising a diverse range of clients from Fortune 500 organizations to small and mid-sized companies on immigration strategies and permanent residence pathways. She worked closely with employers and individuals to develop tailored approaches that align with both business objectives and long-term immigration goals. She also has valuable in-house experience, having supported a healthcare organization in establishing its internal immigration function, including building policies, processes and a dedicated team to manage immigration matters effectively.
Education
- University of Kent, LL.B., 2025
- Ontario Tech University, B.A., 2013
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Director Isobel Neilson and Manager Sophie Jo Wasson examine how Malta’s Citizenship by Merit framework considers exceptional achievement and contribution alongside the country’s long-term priorities under Vision 2050, and what applicants should consider when developing a credible case.
Media mentions
Partner Naomi Goldshtein discusses how new UK right to work requirements extend beyond direct employees and the steps businesses should take to understand and manage workforce compliance.
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Partners Aviva Meerschwam and Christine Sullivan, Senior Associate Tuğba Özyakup and Junior Immigration Consultant Gabriela Gonzalez examine how the Dutch-American Friendship Treaty operates in the Netherlands and the US, and what the differences mean for entrepreneurs, investors and businesses pursuing transatlantic growth.
Awards
Fragomen is a Top 10 finalist for the 2026 Cartus Masters Cup, Cartus’ highest supplier honor recognizing exceptional service, collaboration, innovation and commitment to clients and relocating employees.
Media mentions
Partner Bo Cooper discusses the proposed $103,265 H-1B fee, potential legal challenges and its broader implications for employers and high-skilled immigration.
Media mentions
Partner Aaron Blumberg discusses how proposed changes to the H-1B program could affect workers facing layoffs and families navigating dependent visa status.
Blog post
Senior Associate Arta Djahanschiri outlines the principal pathways to permanent residence in Germany, the flexibility and security the status can provide and why eligible foreign nationals should consider applying early.
Blog post
Immigration Manager Jo Crawford examines proposed changes to Ireland’s naturalisation requirements and what they could mean for employers and global mobility programmes, including talent retention, workforce planning and business mobility.
Awards
Fragomen received three recognitions at the 2026 Cartus Global Network Conference for excellence in service, sustainability leadership and global citizenship.
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Media mentions
Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.


