Babalola , Odeleye, Barristers and Solicitors is a full service reputable law firm known for its effectivism in advancing the law and providing practical and honest advice to a full range of clients at cost- effective manner.

Our vision is to address the array of legal challenges you may encounter in achieving your goals. This vision has brought us depth, diversity and experience. And, we are still a first-generation firm. Those who built the firm continue to serve the clients that have grown with us.

Our growth has come by understanding client problems - and solving them with a strategic combination of legal, practical and political skills. As we proceed in a new millennium marked by dramatic advances in technology and the expansion of international business into new markets, we are well-positioned to provide legal services that meet the changing needs of our clients on a 24/7 basis.

Using a team approach, we draw upon our broad base of expertise to provide our clients with high-quality, cost-effective legal advice tailored to their particular needs. We pride ourselves on becoming an extension of your team and building long-term relationships based on our ability to integrate our services seamlessly into the fabric of your needs.

Our attorneys are trained and dedicated to provide you with the valuable intangibles only true professionals can provide: commitment, innovative analysis, strategic thinking, and bold advocacy. Our innovative brand of legal representation shows you how to master the opportunities that generate your business.

Our Team

Many law firms have talented lawyers. However, track records, backgrounds and available resources vary from firm to firm.

We understand that motivated people with full, balanced lives and diverse interests make the best lawyers. From students to Partners, we commit to hiring and developing well-rounded, highly regarded people whose experiences and knowledge contribute uniquely to the exceptional practice of law.

Academic achievement, intelligence, technical skills, professional prowess and an unshakeable work ethic are imperative. We know that successful lawyers complement these qualities with the enthusiasm and personality it takes to work well with clients, other lawyers, legal assistants and professional staff.

	Johnson Babalola, LL.B. Partner Johnson Babalola became a founding partner of Babalola, Odeleye in June 2006 after working at various times as an Immigration Consultant and a Sole Practitioner. He represents clients in matters relating to immigration and refugee law, real estate and landlord and tenant. Johnson has appeared before the Federal Court of Canada and a variety of tribunals. He writes on immigration and settlement matters. He travels out of Canada frequently to present seminars to prospective immigrants. Johnson was once an editor of a newspaper on Canadian immigration and settlement matters: ImmigrationNews Education: • 2004: Called to the Ontario Bar • 2004: Certificate of Qualification, National Committee on Accreditation, Ottawa, Canada • 1999: Certificate (High Honours) in Immigration Practice, Seneca College, Toronto, Canada • 1989: Called to the Nigerian Bar • 1988: LL.B (Honours), University of Ibadan, Nigeria Phone: 416-603-9191 Ext. 223 Fax: 416-603-9190 E-mail: johnson@bodlaw.ca
	Richard Odeleye, LL.B. Partner Richard Odeleye became a founding partner of Babalola, Odeleye in June 2006 after successfully working as a Sole Practitioner. He represents clients in matters relating to criminal law, civil litigation, real estate, immigration and refugee law. Richard has appeared before different levels of court in Ontario and a variety of tribunals. He is a passionate litigator who has over the years, acquired a robust experience assisting his clients in a variety of legal matters including representation at the Superior Court and the Federal Court. Education: • 2004: Called to the Ontario Bar • 2004: Certificate of Qualification, National Committee on Accreditation, Ottawa, Canada • 1989: Called to the Nigerian Bar • 1988: LL.B (Honours), University of Ibadan, Nigeria Phone: 416-603-9191 Ext. 222 Fax: 416-603-9190 E-mail: richard@bodlaw.ca
	Crystal Mohammed Legal Assistant Immigration and Refugee Crystal Mohammed is a Legal Assistant in the firm’s Immigration and Refugee Department. She primarily meets with Refugee Clients and research and prepares Sponsorships (Overseas and With-in Canada), Humanitarian and Compassionate Applications and Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) Applications for review by the partners. She is responsible for researching case laws, organizing documents to be reviewed by the partners, preparing court documents, client’s submissions and liaising with immigration organizations and clients. Crystal also provides support to the lawyers by conducting legal research in any one of the other disciplines that the law firm handles; criminal law, real estate and family law. Education • 2007-Graduate of the Law Clerk Program-With High Honours, Seneca College, Toronto, Ontario • 2010- Graduate of the Court and Tribunal Program-With High Honours, Centennial College, Toronto, Ontario Telephone: 416 603 9191 Ext 228 Fax: 416 603 9190 E-mail: crystal@bodlaw.ca
	Adriana Sarmiento Legal Assistant Immigration and Refugee Adriana Sarmiento is a Legal Asisstant in the firm’s Immigration and Refugee Department and provides legal support to the partners. Her main responsibilities include researching case laws, preparing court documents, organizing documents and materials reviewed by the partners. She also assists in other areas of Immigration from time to time. Mrs. Sarmiento is fluent in English, Spanish and conversant in Persian. Telephone: 416-603-9191 Ext 225 Fax: 416-603-9191 E-mail: adriana@bodlaw.ca
	Mineky Graham Detail Oriented law Clerk Handles Skilled Worker Immigration Mineky Graham works with Babalola, Odeleye as a detail oriented law clerk that specializes in skilled worker immigration. Ms. Graham also works with refugee, criminal, civil and federal court matters. Mineky conducts interviews with clients as well as review client documents. She does hands on administrative duties on a daily basis. In addition, Ms. Graham also works extensively in drafting and responding to correspondence between other lawyers and clients. Ms. Graham completed her law clerk diploma program at Humber College in Toronto where she graduated with honors. Phone: 416-603-9191 Ext: 224 Fax: 416-603-9190 E-mail: mineky@bodlaw.ca