About EL-ASMAR LEGAL

At EL-ASMAR LEGAL, we understand that seeking legal assistance can be overwhelming, especially during difficult times. Our trauma-informed approach ensures that we not only solve your legal challenges but also guide you to practical solutions that respect your values and personal circumstances.

About EL-ASMAR LEGAL

At EL-ASMAR LEGAL, we understand that seeking legal assistance can be overwhelming, especially during difficult times. Our trauma-informed approach ensures that we not only solve your legal challenges but also guide you to practical solutions that respect your values and personal circumstances.

Jouman El-Asmar

Principal and Founding Attorney

We are committed to helping you navigate the justice system with confidence and a sense of security, while minimizing the risk of re-traumatization. Our expert guidance will help you feel in control and supported throughout the legal process.

 

Every case is different, which is why EL-ASMAR LEGAL provides a personalized, tailored experience from the very first consultation. Our focus is not only on securing the best possible outcome for you but also on prioritizing your well-being along the way.

 

Contact us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Let us bring clarity to the legal process and provide the support you need to move forward with confidence.

A graduate of McGill University with a degree in Psychology and International Development Studies, Jouman went on to earn her law degree from Université du Québec à Montréal (UQÀM) in 2010, where she was recognized with three awards for her academic excellence. Her background in psychology informs her empathetic approach to legal practice, allowing her to better understand the unique circumstances of each client.
Jouman is an experienced attorney and a member in good standing of both the Barreau du Québec and the Law Society of Alberta. As the founder of EL-ASMAR LEGAL, a thriving boutique law firm specializing in Canadian Immigration and Refugee Law, Jouman has built a strong reputation for her dedication to achieving successful outcomes for her clients.
Over the course of her career, Jouman has appeared numerous times before the Immigration and Refugee Board and the Federal Court of Canada, consistently delivering favorable results for her clients. Her deep knowledge of the law, combined with her strong advocacy skills, has earned her a track record of success in even the most complex cases.
Jouman is committed to the pursuit of legal knowledge and to remain at the forefront of developments in the law. She is currently pursuing a Masters of Law (LLM) in Constitutional Law at Osgoode Hall Law School, York University.
She has also served on the Board of Directors for the ‘Association Québécoise des Avocats et Avocates en droit de l’Immigration’ (AQAADI) from 2019 to 2021, working to improve the practice of immigration law in Quebec. In addition, Jouman is also a member of Lawyers without Borders, and the ‘Association des Juristes d’Expression Française de l’Alberta (AJEFA), a legal association that promotes public access to legal services in French and the use of French language in the administration of justice in Alberta.

Jouman’s approach to law is rooted in her trauma-informed practice, ensuring that clients not only receive expert legal representation but also feel safe, heard, and supported throughout the legal process. She understands the emotional and psychological toll the legal system can take, especially for those who have experienced gender-based violence and trauma, and she prioritizes building trust and rapport with her clients from the outset.

 

Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, Jouman provides legal services in all three languages, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of clients.

Legal Advocacy

At EL-ASMAR LEGAL, we believe that advocating for migrant justice demands liberation from the colonial and racist structures of oppression embedded in the legal system and in society at large. A longtime advocate of social justice and migrant rights, Jouman works closely with members of marginalized communities and racialized minorities.
  • Since 2022
  • In December 2023

Since 2022, she has been co-chairing the Family Separation Working Group of the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers, a litigation and advocacy group challenging unacceptable processing delays for reuniting minor children with their refugee parents.

As the co-founder of the Alberta chapter of the Canadian Muslim Lawyers Association, Jouman has been recognized as a voice of leadership in the Muslim community. She has been invited as a delegate to advocate on behalf of issues affecting Muslim communities’ rights in Alberta with various government stakeholders and organizations, including the Alberta legislature.

In December 2023, Jouman joined the ‘International Center of Justice for Palestinians’ – ICJP Canada as a staff member. ICJP is an independent organization of lawyers, academics and politicians who work to promote and protect the rights of Palestinians globally. In addition, she is currently working with the Legal Center for Palestine on litigations involving Canadian family members of the victims of the genocide in Gaza

  • Since 2022

Since 2022, she has been co-chairing the Family Separation Working Group of the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers, a litigation and advocacy group challenging unacceptable processing delays for reuniting minor children with their refugee parents.

As the co-founder of the Alberta chapter of the Canadian Muslim Lawyers Association, Jouman has been recognized as a voice of leadership in the Muslim community. She has been invited as a delegate to advocate on behalf of issues affecting Muslim communities’ rights in Alberta with various government stakeholders and organizations, including the Alberta legislature.

  • In December 2023

In December 2023, Jouman joined the ‘International Center of Justice for Palestinians’ – ICJP Canada as a staff member. ICJP is an independent organization of lawyers, academics and politicians who work to promote and protect the rights of Palestinians globally. In addition, she is currently working with the Legal Center for Palestine on litigations involving Canadian family members of the victims of the genocide in Gaza

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In the news
Advanced analytics to speed up processing of overseas family class spousal and partner applications
El-Asmar Legal is a law firm offering legal services related to all aspects of Canadian Immigration and Refugee law. We advise and represent clients in various immigration applications to Immigration,
The New York Times
05 Jun 2024

Contact us

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We aim to resolve our clients' legal challenges and guide them towards practical solutions that meet their needs and respect their values.
  • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
  • Info@elasmarlegal.com
  • 780-599-2599​
  • 514-574-7483