Allen Xiao
BIOGRAPHY
Allen Xiao grew up in Edmonton and has strong links to the community. He enjoys jogging and biking in the River Valley; skiing in the Rockies; culinary experiences; and trekking around the globe. As an avid traveler, he has traversed more than 30 countries across three continents ranging from Barbados to Turkey.
QUALIFICATIONS
Allen majored in Psychology (BSc) in 2011 and in Russian Language and Literature (BA) in 2013 with first class honours at the University of Alberta. In summer 2013, he obtained a Certificate in Russian Language from the Saint Petersburg State University, Russia. Allen obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Alberta Faculty of Law in 2016. During law school, Allen participated in moots, actively volunteered for Student Legal Services for three consecutive years, and taught Legal Research and Writing to first year students. After articling, Allen became a founder and is a Director of Axon Law Office, which has operated continuously since 2017.
EXPERIENCE
Over the years, Allen has developed a full-service practice to better assist clients in multiple areas of law. He has appeared before Judges and Justices around Central and Northern Alberta including: Stony Plain, St. Albert, Morinville, Fort Saskatchewan, Sherwood Park, Leduc, Wetaskiwin, Ponoka, Camrose, Athabasca, Evansburg, Slave Lake, Grand Prairie, High Level and more.
Criminal Defence: Over the course of his volunteering with Student Legal Services and articling, Allen has gained considerable experience in criminal defence law. He has represented successfully defended clients in the Provincial Court of Alberta and in the Court of Queen’s Bench. Allen has successfully defended individuals charged with assault, impaired driving, drug and firearm offences.
Family Law: Allen has also advanced client's interests in family law matters such as child/spousal support; division of property and debts; parenting/access and guardianship in both the Alberta Court of Justice and the Court of King’s Bench. He has experience in drafting and reviewing various family agreements (prenuptial; postnuptial; cohabitation; and separation agreements); trial experience; and advancing client interests via mediation/arbitration. He has handled sensitive issues such as relocation; dealing with foreign assets during separation; dissipation; and property exemption claims.
Real Estate: Allen regularly assists clients in closing real estate transactions whether it is a sale, purchase or refinancing. He has assisted clients with condominiums, detached houses, duplexes, rural property and new builds located in and around Edmonton. With an eye to detail, Allen strives to ensure timely closings with minimal stress to the clients. He is able accommodate virtual signings. For first time purchasers, Allen has a network of professionals (mortgage advisors and realtors) who can assist in ensuring that all your bases are covered.
Immigration: Since 2023, Allen has represented individuals regularly before the Refugee Protection Division. He has assisted individuals successfully from all parts of the world including: Angola, China, Turkiye and more. Additionally, he also assist individuals in making humanitarian and compassionate grounds applications; spousal sponsorships and work permits. If you are looking to explore options to immigrate to Canada, then Allen can provide you with a consult to determine your best options.
Record Suspension Applications (Pardons): Has your criminal record been an obstacle in job applications and international travel? You may be eligible for a record suspension. Allen has successfully assisted dozens of individuals in sealing their criminal record.
US Waivers (I-192 Applications): The US routine denies entry to any traveller who has a criminal record in Canada; therefore, an I-192 Waiver is required for travellers who wish to visit the US. This can be a sophisticated application requiring court records and reference letters. Allen has successfully obtained I-192 Waivers for clients wishing travel to the US. His extensive experience in this area along with his criminal defence experience ensures that each application is thoroughly vetted for completion to maximize the chance of approval.
Fees/Rates: Allen strongly believes in transparent fees and rates for services. Many services can be provided on a flat-rate such as real estate transactions, record suspension applications and US Waivers. Other matters such as criminal defense cases, family law and immigration may be a hybrid of flat-rate and hourly rate depending on the nature and complexity of each matter. Please schedule a consult for us to determine the best way to pro
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in Mandarin-Chinese.
Limited proficiency in Russian.
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