I just want to say that I couldn't be happier with Ilir Orana and his team at Clear Access Law for successfully helping me gain admittance to Canada with a criminal conviction. I reached out to them through their website and received a call back from a gentleman named Ben within 24 hrs. I was asked what they could do for me and what the nature of my problem was. Basically, I had several individual drug offenses (Felony convictions) from one regrettable time during the mid 1980's. Not only did I have convictions, but I was also sentenced to incarceration for 46 months. After describing my circumstances to Ben, he explained that although my situation was difficult, it wasn't insurmountable and that applying for criminal rehabilitation (CR) would be the best approach. He was forthright in explaining there could be no guarantee of a favorable outcome, described the fees and payment structure, timeline (minimum of 12 months) and what specific steps necessary. Once I agreed to retain Clear Access Law on my behalf, Ilir worked with me initially and then assigned members of his firm for the remainder of my case. Everyone at Clear Access Law was professional, communicative, exceedingly prompt in their correspondence, and answered each and every question I had. I was told my case would take some time to resolve due to the level of documentation required as well as the backlog of applications the Canadian authorities were working on. Time period from my initial request to the successful ruling on my CR application was approximately 38 months. I attribute this to the complicated nature of my case and the slow turning wheels of bureaucracy. I wholeheartedly recommend Clear Access Law to be the very first, and most likely, only legal firm you contact for any Canadian immigration matters you wish to have resolved. They truly are a top notch group. read more

Attorney Ilir Orana and his team at Clear Access Law did a fantastic job helping me to obtain TRP and finally my CR permit. I found Clear Access Law when I was denied into Canada and chose Mr. Orana to help me with the process so I can enter into Canada. For me, it was a long process due to the nature of my job and obtaining records from my past. It was time consuming and a little costly, but definitely worth all the time and money to be granted access into Canada. Mr. Orana and his team were very patient with me as I try to gather all the documents they needed. At times I felt like giving up because I thought this would only take a month or two to issue a TRP and later a CR. Mr. Orana would email me and ask if I still wanted to proceed. The time I chose Clear Access Law was Sept. 16,2016, and received my 4 month TRP (seasonal job) on June 27,2017 to now having my CR approved on May 8,2019. My time took a little longer because I had to retrieve records dated back to 1989. I never gave up nor did Mr. Orana and his team. I can now enter into Canada for more than just 4 months without any hassle of being denied. I can go with my job or with my family! Thanks to Mr. Ilir Orana and his team at Clear Access Law. If you have ANY issues in your past, this is the Law Firm to choose. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you Clear Access Law!! You are the BEST!!!! No way could I have done this by myself. read more

I found Ilir Orana and his team at Clear Access Law via a search online, and reading these reviews to obtain access to Canada back in to Canada. I applied for permanent access, which takes almost a year to obtain, while at the same time requested a temporary entrance permit to cover me sonner. Throughout the process, the team at Clear Access Law was extremely thorough and professional, while always being sensitive to my situation. Today I received TRP, and all of the information needed and actually filing took place through Clear Access Law! I enjoyed working with the firm and highly recommend Clear Access Law to friends and colleagues who need to cross the Canadian border. This is a time staking process depending on how good your recoerd keeping is and I assume actual time frame will vary from person to person, given personal details, amount of information one has to track down to complete the application and whether Canada Immigration responds within a certain timeframe once the completed application is submitted. That said, Clear Access is a professional service provider, and will instruct you on what you need to provide to them to ensure the process isn't hampered by missed application details, etc. Ilir Orana and his team at Clear Access Law are professionals offering a real, valid and complete service! read more

As I am married to a Canadian citizen, visiting Canada was very important to my wife. I received a DUI which was reduced to a driving while impaired in NYS. I refused the breathalyzer which in all honestly i probably would have passed but that is a different discussion. As a result I was barred from entering Canada. I had no idea what i was in for. Canada, right or wrong consider this a serious crime. I was barred from Canada for almost 7 years. It took almost 1 year to settle the case. That is when the clock started ticking. I had to wait 5 years from the case be settled before I could apply for criminal rehabilitation. It took Canadian Immigration almost 12 months to review my case. Having said all that Clear Access Law helped me through the process. As much as i would have liked regular updates, there isn't much information flow occurring. Once they help you prepare your application, they submit it, and Canadian immigration responds to them that it was received and don't call us for 12 months because we are inundated. Bottom line Clear Access Law helped me navigate the process. Maybe you could do it your self, but in my case it was worth $ to make sure my application was as good as it could be to get it approved on the first round. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!!! read more

Arthur Halprin Colorado, USA Ilir Orana and his associates at Clear Access Law have been incredibly helpful, professional and showed patience during a long process to secure permission for me to travel to Canada to see my son's family and help care for grandchildren. I have been working with the firm for 3 years. Mr. Orana advised that a Temporary Resident Permit would be quicker to obtain than an application for permanent permission. That application was approved May 2022 for one year permission. August 2022 we applied to the Canada Migration for permanent Criminal Rehabilitation. This ordeal took slightly over two years to finally be approved. Every few months the migration section would ask for clarification or an update of information. Throughout this process a number of Clear Access Law Lawyers and para-legals ending with Lauren Stokes have been compassionate and persistent. I highly recommend Clear Access for dealing with complex Canadian Immigration issues. Considering the time and effort required to interact l with the Canadian Migration Section, the upfront fixed fee was very reasonable. read more

Immediately following a 2 year federal prison sentence, I wanted to visit relatives in Canada. I contacted 5 immigration attorneys - all priced more than Clear Access Law. All gave quick determinations of their competency without even examining my file. Ilir Orana examined my records, history and background BEFORE providing a level of confidence in acquiring me a TRP. I went with my gut and wrote him a check. He assembled a methodical packet for submission, submitted it promptly and I received a 1 year Temp Residence Permit 11 weeks after submission. Yeah!!! But now the hard part - I wanted to stay in Canada! So Ilir crafted a TRP renewal and simultaneous work permit application and guided me through the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Center labyrinth. It took 8 months for review because I filed while in Canada rather than in the US. Finally, both were approved. I would not hesitate to recommend Ilir Orana. Competent, reasonably priced and knowledgable - all that you want when asking for legal assistance. read more

I wanted to travel to Vancouver to get on a ship for an Alaska voyage, but had stupidly had a DUI 10 years ago in California. I was in crunch mode because I didn't realize I needed to get paperwork to get into Canada, and then I didn't think I had enough time. I contacted CAL and was connected with Elsa Michaels, Attorney at Law. Elsa and her team walked me through all of the requirements needed for my temporary pass and I got it in time for my trip. I also wanted to get a letter from the Consulate so I can travel to Canada anytime I want. Today I received that letter! I can't thank Clear Access Law enough, and particularly Elsa and her staff for being so kind and walking me through everything and helping me jump through the hoops. They made it so easy! I highly recommend Clear Access Law! Thank you!!! S. Mitchell, Santa Barbara, CA. read more

I've used Clear Access Law and attorney Ilir Orana a few times and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for help with immigration to Canada. If you're like me I was lost when it came to where yo start my process but Mr. Orana and his team walked me through every single step and made me feel comfortable with the application process. Mr. Orana is very Thorough when it comes requesting information, processing your information and keeping in contact. I've never waited long for a response of wondered if my papers were being working on... such a great feeling to know that the person representing you is doing all they can and make sure you're in the loop. In short I 100% recommended Clear Access Law and Ilir Orana- you will not regret working with this firm. I am forever grateful for all their hard work! read more

I am pleased to report from the day that I registered with Clear Access Law that they kept open communication with me with every step of the way . They guided me on documentations that I had to sign and tririeve . My case was not an easy one , but they went beyond to fight for me to have entry in Canada, not only did they make it possible for entry , but I need the original date to be changed for an earlier date to coincide with my birthday , so I could celebrate my birthday in Canada and they made it happen. I want to say thanks to the Clear Access Law staff and a special thanks to Mr.Ilir Orane who worked closely with me and the Canadian consulate who granted me favor . I highly recommend anyone who has a difficult situation and need entry to Canada please use Clear Access Law and ask for Mr. Ilir Orana. read more

Clear Access Law is a firm that truly cares about their clients. From the moment I started working with someone I felt heard and understood, and the treatment I received was sincere and respectful. The team is full of compassion, and will make sure your case is handled discretely and without judgement for anything surrounding your situation. They were always quick to respond and answer questions, making a difficult process as easy as it can get. Both my TRP & CR were approved and I feel like I can finally leave that part of my life in the past. The cost is very reasonable for the value you receive, the payoff being freedom and relief. I hope that others do not have to go through the same thing I did to enter into Canada, but if they do, Clear Access Law is the only company I would recommend. read more

I recently received my CR for travel to Canada through Clear Access Law and cannot thank their team enough. They were amazing to work with, provided clear instructions and accurate advice to help me through the process from beginning to end. I certainly had considered trying to apply on my own, and I have to say I am so glad I didn't, I really could not have gotten the result we did in the time we did without their help. The process is complex, and they knew every step and were able to help me get all the required forms and letters and move the application through in a timely manner. I highly recommend this group and can't tell you what difference their help has made to me and my family. Thanks so much to everyone at Clear Access Law! read more

I highly recommend Clear Access Law. I tried 2 other outfits over several years; one took a few hundred dollars and then told me I couldn't get a rehabilitation. The other one simply wanted money just to review my case. Clear Access Law took care of it, and did it quickly. Every time I called the office I spoke to a person. Every time I sent an email someone responded. I spoke with the owner, Ben Clarke, attorney Ilir and the team personally throughout the process and it wasn't because I requested to, it was because they care about what they do. These folks are real professionals They did exactly what they said that they would do, and they charged exactly what they said they would charge. read more

I chose Clear Access Law after an online search. Clear Access Law, through the leadership and management skills of Mr. Ilir Orana, provided critical information, resource assistance, savvy counsel and experience to the process of my application for Criminal Rehabilitation from the Canadian government. And my crime was over forty years ago and serious. Because of my career, we have lived in 14 states and four international countries and Ilir was key to the sourcing and assembling of the information required from state and international agencies within a tight timeline. Today, I received the approval of my application. Thank you Mr. Ilir Orana and thank you Clear Access Law. Anthony C. read more

I hired Clear Access for a TRP a couple years ago, and more recently Canadian Rehabilitation. Working with the firm was excellent, and I must say the applications are a lot more extensive than I would have guessed. I realize Canada considers a DUI to be a felony, but I still never expected the paperwork to be so detailed. Thankfully Ilir and Ben and their team know exactly what they're doing so now my ban from Canada is cleared up for good. I have spent a bunch of time in Toronto recently (due to the nature of my job I'm considered an essential worker and thus can still enter despite Covid), and the border agents treat me great so the Rehab is definitely a clean fix. Thanks again! read more

For a U.S. Resident with concern that she/he may be inadmissible to Canada I highly recommend Ilir Orana and Clear Access Law. Not only did the firm develop an excellent, detailed application for a Temporary Resident Permit, but in addition, through perseverance and legal argument, Mr. Orana was able to persuade the Consulate that, in point of fact, I was not inadmissible to Canada. Thanks to Ilir Orana and Clear Access Law I can now travel to see family in Canada without fear that a border agent will choose to prevent me from crossing the border; Mr. Orana has forwarded to me an official letter from the Consulate stating that I am not inadmissible. MA Ashland, Oregon read more

I had avery positive experience working with Clear Access Law. I had a couple of 40 year old DUI's and wanted to travel through Canada without worrying about being turned back. Elsa and the folks at Clear Access guided me through the CR application process. From the time I first contacted them to the application approval was 7 months (about 4 months was gathering the information needed for the submittal). They were always very professional and extremely responsive. It was awesome working with a firm that I felt was being totally up front with me about timelines and outcomes. Thank you Elsa and crew! I highly recommend Clear Access Law. read more

Ilir and his team at Clear Access Law made the process of going through criminal rehabilitation relatively easy. After researching the process myself, the idea of dealing with this process myself seamed overwhelming. Having someone to guide me through getting the necessary paperwork together and then to deal with filing and any court appointments was worth every penny. Couldn't be happier with the how everything came along and especially with the end result. I highly recommend Clear Access if you find yourself needing to go through the CR process. read more

I can't express enough praise for Ilir and his team at Clear Access Law. I was mortified when I was denied entry for two decade's old (one 30+ years ago!) DWI's. My company's headquarter is in Canada and I need to travel for work. Clear Access Law initially got me the TRP, then ultimately the CR so I can travel freely for work and pleasure once the border opens back up. I can't imagine having to navigate Canada's Immigration Department on my own. If you want to eliminate the guesswork and worries, contact Ilir and Clear Access Law. read more

I've worked with this firm on a couple of different occasions now and they have been an absolute pleasure to work with in both experiences. I didn't know exactly what I needed, just that I needed local representation as I am a US citizen, and they walked me through the process both times very professionally and courteously. Each time I requested an update they were there to respond in a timely fashion. Their work was very much appreciated and to top it off we were were able to achieve positive resolutions in both scenarios. read more