Clara Pakenham, Associate | Immigration

Clara Pakenham

Associate
Jurisdiction Québec, 2022
Language(s) French, English
Office(s) Montréal
Contact
Business +1 514 397 5116
Email [email protected]
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Overview

Clara Pakenham is an associate in the Immigration Group in our Montréal office.

As a business immigration lawyer, she has in-depth knowledge of the ever-evolving field of immigration law. Clara is able to support her clients in a wide range of matters, from individuals seeking permanent residency, to corporate clients facing complex international mobility challenges, to entrepreneurs exploring business immigration opportunities in Canada.

She also provides strategic advice to corporate executives and specialized workers of multinational organizations to ensure seamless cross-border activities related to international projects and assignments. With a client-centric approach, Clara is passionate about providing tailored solutions, ensuring that each client receives the personalized attention and strategic counsel.

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Achievements

  • Recognized as Ones to Watch in Immigration Law in Montréal, The Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 to 2026
  • Recognized nationwide as Up-and-Coming in Immigration, Chambers Canada 2025 to 2026
  • 2019-2020 Quebec Bar Excellence Award, 12/31/2020
Best Lawyers Publication name with laurels The Best Lawyers in Canada Recognized as Ones to Watch in Immigration Law in Montréal Best Lawyers is an attorney ranking service. For more than 30 years, it has identified lawyers best qualified to represent clients in various jurisdictions and specialties. Read more
Chambers & Partners Publication name with laurels Chambers Canada Recognized nationwide as Up-and-Coming in Immigration Chambers Canada Guide covers lawyers and law firms practicing in all provinces and territories in Canada. Read more
Laurels image 2019-2020 Quebec Bar Excellence Award
Best Lawyers Publication name with laurels The Best Lawyers in Canada Recognized as Ones to Watch in Immigration Law in Montréal Best Lawyers is an attorney ranking service. For more than 30 years, it has identified lawyers best qualified to represent clients in various jurisdictions and specialties. Read more
Chambers & Partners Publication name with laurels Chambers Canada Recognized nationwide as Up-and-Coming in Immigration Chambers Canada Guide covers lawyers and law firms practicing in all provinces and territories in Canada. Read more
Laurels image 2019-2020 Quebec Bar Excellence Award

Experience

  • BDG & Partners Financial Corporation acquires a majority interest in Stageline Mobile Stage Inc., [Deal - BDG & Partners Financial Corporation], Acquisition of a majority interest in Stageline Mobile Stage Inc. by BDG & Partners Financial Corporation.
  • A global publicly-traded video game software development company sought guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters, [Case - Confidential Client], A global video game software development company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters.
  • A global creative advertising agency seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters, [Case - Confidential Client], A global creative advertising agency seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters.
  • A global investment management company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters, [Case - Confidential Client], A global investment management company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters.
  • Dimension Composite seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters, [Deal - Dimension Composite], Dimension Composite, a Quebec-based manufacturer of industrial parts and molds in composite materials, seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters.
  • Air Transat seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters regarding the global mobility of its pilots and crew members, [Case - Air Transat], Advised Air Transat on a variety of immigration matters, including work permits and requests to enter as business visitors.
  • Polycor seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters, [Case - Polycor], Advises Polycor on a variety of immigration matters, including work permits, permanent residence, immigration compliance and internal HR policy relating to global mobility and employee relocations.
Deal Advised BDG & Partners Financial Corporation BDG & Partners Financial Corporation acquires a majority interest in Stageline Mobile Stage Inc. Acquisition of a majority interest in Stageline Mobile Stage Inc. by BDG & Partners Financial Corporation. Read more
Case Represented Confidential Client A global publicly-traded video game software development company sought guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters A global video game software development company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters. Read more
Case Representing Confidential Client A global creative advertising agency seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters A global creative advertising agency seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters. Read more
Case Representing Confidential Client A global investment management company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters A global investment management company seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters. Read more
Deal Advised Dimension Composite Dimension Composite seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters Dimension Composite, a Quebec-based manufacturer of industrial parts and molds in composite materials, seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters. Read more
Case Represented Air Transat Air Transat seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters regarding the global mobility of its pilots and crew members Advised Air Transat on a variety of immigration matters, including work permits and requests to enter as business visitors. Read more
Case Represented Polycor Polycor seeks guidance from Fasken on a variety of immigration matters Advises Polycor on a variety of immigration matters, including work permits, permanent residence, immigration compliance and internal HR policy relating to global mobility and employee relocations. Read more

Career & Education

Education

  • LLB, Award of excellence University of Montreal
  • BA, International relations and international law UQÀM

Knowledge

  • Canadian Employers, Be Prepared: How Major Shifts in Immigration Policies Affect Your Business, 9/17/2024
  • New Employer Immigration Compliance Obligations Effective September 26, 2022, 9/21/2022
People walking in street with sun behind Bulletin Canadian Employers, Be Prepared: How Major Shifts in Immigration Policies Affect Your Business Canada is currently experiencing a significant shift in its immigration policy landscape. Here is everything employers need to know in order to effectively navigate these unprecedented changes and manage their foreign workforce. Read more
Federal Building Canada Flag Bulletin New Employer Immigration Compliance Obligations Effective September 26, 2022 The Government of Canada recently approved amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations which will be effective on September 26, 2022. Read more
People walking in street with sun behind Bulletin Canadian Employers, Be Prepared: How Major Shifts in Immigration Policies Affect Your Business Canada is currently experiencing a significant shift in its immigration policy landscape. Here is everything employers need to know in order to effectively navigate these unprecedented changes and manage their foreign workforce. Read more
Federal Building Canada Flag Bulletin New Employer Immigration Compliance Obligations Effective September 26, 2022 The Government of Canada recently approved amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations which will be effective on September 26, 2022. Read more

Events

  • A Paradigm Shift: Adapting to the New Realities of Canadian Immigration in 2025, 10/15/2025
  • Slow Economy: How to Navigate Fluctuating Foreign Labour Needs, 3/27/2024
  • Key Concepts, Recent Developments and Successful Solutions in Immigration, 11/9/2022
  • Recent Immigration Updates: What Employers Need to Know, 6/14/2022
Fasken institute symposium slideshow Webinar | In-Person Seminar | Hybrid A Paradigm Shift: Adapting to the New Realities of Canadian Immigration in 2025 2025 marks a significant transformation in Canada’s immigration landscape. The substantial reforms that have been implemented have real implications for employers, employees, HR professionals and legal counsel. In this hybrid seminar, lawyers from our Immigration practice group will analyze the p... location location Montreal, QC Fasken Montreal About the event
back view of and arm of person speaking to a group of people Webinar | In-Person Seminar | Hybrid | Pre-recorded Webinar Slow Economy: How to Navigate Fluctuating Foreign Labour Needs The group Labour, Employment & Human Rights of Fasken is pleased to invite you to the training Slow Economy: How to Navigate Fluctuating Foreign Labour Needs location location Montreal, QC Fasken Montreal About the event
Fasken institute seminar brainstorming Webinar | Hybrid | In-Person Seminar Key Concepts, Recent Developments and Successful Solutions in Immigration This presentation will cover a range of topics, including employer compliance, the effective use of online portals, recruitment agencies, changes to the National Occupational Classification, and the development of transition plans and labour benefit plans. The presentation will focus on the key c... location location QC About the event
Fasken institute symposium slideshow Webinar | In-Person Seminar | Hybrid A Paradigm Shift: Adapting to the New Realities of Canadian Immigration in 2025 2025 marks a significant transformation in Canada’s immigration landscape. The substantial reforms that have been implemented have real implications for employers, employees, HR professionals and legal counsel. In this hybrid seminar, lawyers from our Immigration practice group will analyze the p... location location Montreal, QC Fasken Montreal About the event
back view of and arm of person speaking to a group of people Webinar | In-Person Seminar | Hybrid | Pre-recorded Webinar Slow Economy: How to Navigate Fluctuating Foreign Labour Needs The group Labour, Employment & Human Rights of Fasken is pleased to invite you to the training Slow Economy: How to Navigate Fluctuating Foreign Labour Needs location location Montreal, QC Fasken Montreal About the event
Fasken institute seminar brainstorming Webinar | Hybrid | In-Person Seminar Key Concepts, Recent Developments and Successful Solutions in Immigration This presentation will cover a range of topics, including employer compliance, the effective use of online portals, recruitment agencies, changes to the National Occupational Classification, and the development of transition plans and labour benefit plans. The presentation will focus on the key c... location location QC About the event
LEHR 2022 Webinar | Webinar Series Recent Immigration Updates: What Employers Need to Know In this session, we review recent changes to immigration laws and procedures impacting employers who currently employ - or who wish to employ - foreign nationals. About the event