Robert started Blanshay Law in August 1998 and built the firm into the success it is today. Robert graduated from McGill University and Robson Hall Faculty of Law. In 2006, Robert was certified as a Specialist in Immigration, Citizenship & Refugee Law by the Law Society of Ontario. He acted as the Chair of the Canadian Bar Association, Ontario Immigration Section Branch. Robert acted as CBA Litigation Coordinator, Secretary/Communications Officer, Vice Chair & Vice Chair, Refugee & Litigation Affairs. He is now an Honorary Member-at-Large with the CBA National Immigration Section. Robert’s practice focuses on all immigration categories, with a focus on litigation before the Federal Court of Canada and all divisions of the Immigration & Refugee Board. He has particular expertise with Admissibility Issues. Robert has taught several immigration law courses, notably at the York University Professional Development Course on Immigration. He routinely appears in the media on emerging immigration & refugee issues. Robert has been active in the 2SLGBTQI+ Community, representing thousands of asylum claims & Same-Sex Spousal Sponsorships. In 2026, Robert was asked to serve as a Senior Advisor – Refugee & Litigation Affairs, University of Toronto / WoodGreen Community Services (2025–2026).
