Clara Pakenham, Immigration Attorney in the United States

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

• Immigration

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Clara's primary office is at 800 Victoria Square, Suite 3500, Montréal, Quebec. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Clara 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.

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

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

• Does Clara offer a free consultation?

  Clara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clara's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Clara'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. Clara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Clara evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Clara'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 Clara?

  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. Clara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Clara accepting new immigration clients right now?

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