Des Friedland

Des Friedland is a Vancouver-based lawyer called in both Canada and South Africa. He has over 20 years of legal experience and has helped hundreds of clients from all over the world emigrate to Canada. Having immigrated himself to Canada with his family, Des is acutely aware of the trials and tribulations that immigrants can face. He maintains close ties with recently arrived immigrant communities and has a large network of resources and references that he uses to help his clients immigrate and settle into Canada as smoothly as possible.

Des Friedland

Des Friedland

Des Friedland Lawyer & Associates

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