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Best immigration lawyers in Seattle, WA
- 10 immigration lawyers ranked
- 4.9 average Google rating
- 1,899 reviews analyzed
A green card application in Seattle is not always a simple paperwork task. Many people file Form I-485 on their own and book a medical exam with a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. That works well for clear cases. Others carry more risk, and a mistake can cost time or lead to a denial. The list below comes from Google Maps ratings and our own scoring.
You may want to talk to an immigration lawyer if you have had visa problems, a criminal record, a prior denial, or contact with removal proceedings. A lawyer can also help when family members apply from abroad. A lawyer does not replace the civil surgeon. The exam and Form I-693 are still a separate step.
Top 10 immigration lawyers in Seattle
ERM Immigration Law, PLLC
ERM Immigration Law, PLLC holds a 5.0 rating from 208 Google reviews, the largest review count among the highest rated Seattle firms on this list. The office has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
105 14th Ave Suite 110, Seattle, WA 98122Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:30 Tuesday 09:00-17:30 Wednesday 09:00-17:30 Thursday 09:00-17:30 Friday 09:00-17:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Choquette Immigration Law Group
Choquette Immigration Law Group has 941 Google reviews and a 4.9 rating, the largest review count on this list. The Seattle office has a website and is listed as open on Saturday.
121 Lakeside Ave #100B, Seattle, WA 98122Opening hours
Monday 00:00-24:00 Tuesday 00:00-24:00 Wednesday 00:00-24:00 Thursday 00:00-24:00 Friday 00:00-24:00 Saturday 00:00-24:00 Sunday 00:00-24:00 Amsale Aberra Law PLLC
Amsale Aberra Law PLLC has a 4.9 rating from 96 Google reviews. The Seattle office has a website and is listed as open on Saturday.
1001 4th Ave #3200, Seattle, WA 98154Opening hours
Monday 08:00-18:00 Tuesday 08:00-18:00 Wednesday 08:00-18:00 Thursday 08:00-18:00 Friday 08:00-18:00 Saturday 08:00-18:00 Sunday Closed Law Office of Steve Tanijo, PLLC
The Law Office of Steve Tanijo, PLLC has a 4.8 rating from 199 Google reviews. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
701 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Gonzales, Gonzales & Gonzales
Gonzales, Gonzales & Gonzales holds a 4.8 rating from 138 Google reviews. The Seattle office has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
1111 3rd Ave #1850, Seattle, WA 98101Opening hours
Monday 08:30-17:00 Tuesday 08:30-17:00 Wednesday 08:30-17:00 Thursday 08:30-17:00 Friday 08:30-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed MacDonald Hoague & Bayless (MHB)
MacDonald Hoague & Bayless (MHB) is listed as an attorney office in Seattle with a 4.8 rating from 82 Google reviews. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
705 2nd Ave Unit 1500, Seattle, WA 98104Opening hours
Monday 08:00-17:00 Tuesday 08:00-17:00 Wednesday 08:00-17:00 Thursday 08:00-17:00 Friday 08:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed L.I.H. Law
L.I.H. Law has a 4.7 rating from 132 Google reviews. The Seattle office has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
159 Denny Wy #107, Seattle, WA 98109Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Law Office of Andre Olivie, PLLC
The Law Office of Andre Olivie, PLLC has a 4.7 rating from 82 Google reviews. It has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
1836 Westlake Ave N #302, Seattle, WA 98109Opening hours
Monday 10:30-18:00 Tuesday 10:30-18:00 Wednesday 10:30-18:00 Thursday 10:30-18:00 Friday 10:30-18:00 Saturday Closed Sunday 13:00-16:00 Lai & Turner Law Firm | Seattle Immigration Lawyers
Lai & Turner Law Firm has a 5.0 rating based on 11 Google reviews. The Seattle office has a website and is listed as open on Saturday.
506 2nd Ave Ste 1431, Seattle, WA 98104Opening hours
Monday 00:00-24:00 Tuesday 00:00-24:00 Wednesday 00:00-24:00 Thursday 00:00-24:00 Friday 00:00-24:00 Saturday 00:00-24:00 Sunday 00:00-24:00 Cowan Miller & Lederman PS
Cowan Miller & Lederman PS has a 5.0 rating based on 10 Google reviews. The Seattle office has a website and is not listed as open on Saturday.
1000 2nd Ave Ste 2940, Seattle, WA 98104Opening hours
Monday 08:30-17:00 Tuesday 08:30-17:00 Wednesday 08:30-17:00 Thursday 08:30-17:00 Friday 08:30-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
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How we ranked these immigration lawyers
We collected immigration lawyer results from Google Maps around Seattle and removed government offices and unrelated businesses. Each listing gets a score based on its Google rating, adjusted for the number of reviews so a few 5-star reviews do not outrank hundreds of strong ones. Listings that also show up in Google's top results get a small boost. Paid placements are always labeled "Sponsored" and never change the ranked list. Read our editorial policy.
Immigration lawyers in Seattle: FAQs
Do I need a lawyer for my green card case in Seattle?
Not always. Many green card applicants file on their own and only need a civil surgeon for the medical exam. A lawyer helps most when your case is complex, such as an old visa issue, a criminal record, a prior denial, or a case in immigration court. A short consultation can help you decide.
How can I check that a Seattle immigration lawyer is licensed?
Ask for the lawyer's full name and bar number. You can look up license status with the Washington State Bar Association. Read recent Google reviews and ask what the lawyer will handle for you. Be careful with anyone who promises a specific result or pushes you to move fast.
What should I ask a Seattle immigration lawyer before I hire one?
Ask about their experience with cases like yours. Ask who will work on your file and how they will reach you. Ask what documents they need and what you must do yourself, like the medical exam. Ask for the fee agreement in writing before you pay.