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Carl Alphonse, Immigration Attorney in the United States

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Carl Alphonse is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Alphonse Latham LLP.

Based in
Toronto, ONTARIO
Experience
attorney
Known for
Immigration
  • Handles Immigration matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).

About Carl Alphonse: Carl Alphonse is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Alphonse Latham LLP.

Areas of practice

Carl's practice areas in the U.S.

Carl concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Immigration cases nationwide

Carl takes immigration matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.

Biography

Carl Alphonse, immigration attorney serving the U.S.

Carl Alphonse is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Alphonse Latham LLP. Carl works from the U.S. and takes on immigration matters across the region.

Carl Alphonse is the founder of Alphonse Latham LLP and a U.S. & Canadian immigration lawyer specializing in business and family immigration. Fluent in French, English, and Haitian Creole, he has nearly a decade of experience helping individuals and businesses navigate complex immigration processes. Carl has handled over 1,000 successful applications and appeared before various Canadian tribunals and courts. A member of the New York and Ontario bars and a recognized Foreign Legal Consultant in Ontario, Carl is passionate about community service and education. He serves as Executive Secretary of the Rotary Club of Brampton and Secretary for the AILA Canada Chapter, while regularly conducting legal education and media outreach to support clients and communities.

Carl's approach to immigration cases

Carl Alphonse is the founder of Alphonse Latham LLP and a U.S. & Canadian immigration lawyer specializing in business and family immigration. Fluent in French, English, and Haitian Creole, he has nearly a decade of experience helping individuals and businesses navigate complex immigration processes. Carl has handled over 1,000 successful applications and appeared before various Canadian tribunals…

The kind of cases Carl takes

Carl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in the United States.

Credentials

Credentials — where Carl studied and practices

  • University of Ottawa

    J.D.

Jurisdictions

Carl's state bar admissions

  • Ontario, Law Society

    ACTIVE

  • New York, New York S

    ACTIVE

Carl studied at J.D. in University of Ottawa.

Law school and academic background

Carl completed J.D. in University of Ottawa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carl runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Carl's legal honors and published work

Carl has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).

Locations

Carl Alphonse's office in Toronto

Carl's primary office is at 2 Country Court Bld, Suite 4th Floor, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Alphonse Latham LLP

2 Country Court Bld, Suite 4th Floor

Toronto, Ontario

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Hiring guide

How to hire Carl Alphonse — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Carl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carl's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a immigration attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carl

Carl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Carl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Carl Alphonse

  • How much does it cost to hire Carl for a immigration case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Carl offer a free consultation?

    Carl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carl's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Carl's current terms during booking.

  • How long do immigration cases in this state typically take?

    Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Carl take my case if I'm outside the area?

    Carl evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Carl's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Carl?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Carl accepting new immigration clients right now?

    Carl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.