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Top 5 Immigration Lawyers in Portland
How we picked
Scope of Services
We picked law firms who offer if not all, most of the legal services that are commonly sought for by immigrants and non-immigrants looking to stay in the United States.
Expertise in Immigration Law
We only included law firms that have built a reputation for quality legal service.
Client Resources
We assessed the resources a law firm prepares and offers to its clients. These include a rundown of the available options to their clients and an overview of these options.
Client Service
This is determined by looking at how responsive and hands-on a law firm is in handling their clients’ cases.
1. Passage Immigration Law
Services: Business Immigration, Family Immigration, Individual Immigration
Address: 721 NW 9th Avenue, Suite # 195, Portland, OR 97209
Website: https://www.passage.law/
Contact No.: (503) 427-8243
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
5/5 | |
Yelp | 4.5/5 |
Total Reviews | 5/5 |
Score Consistency | 5/5 |
Scope of Services | 5/5 |
Expertise in Immigration Law | 5/5 |
Client Resources | 4.5/5 |
Client Service | 4.5/5 |
Pros
- Offers a wide range of legal services
- Provides comprehensive resources for their clients
- Multiple locations
Cons
- By appointment only
- No financing options
If you’re looking to establish a business in the United States, Passage Immigration Law may be the best choice for you.
We say this because of the legal services they offer relating to business immigration. Out of their list of services, we want to highlight three specializations.
First, we appreciate that they offer an immigration option for entrepreneurs, called “E-2”.
This option is specially offered to non-immigrants whose visas are based on the substantial investments they’ve made in any U.S. business.
We like that they’ve provided a step-by-step process on how interested clients can start their entry and stay in the U.S. under this option. In fact, they took the extra step and listed the forms and documents necessary for the application.
However, we have to note that this option is limited to citizens of countries that also have an E-2 treaty with the U.S. This option also doesn’t grant permanent residency to immigrants.
In any case, we still think it’s a good option for entrepreneurs who want to expand their business in the U.S.
Next, we also appreciate that they offer options, especially for executives and managers of international companies. This option is called the L-1A.
Unlike the option for entrepreneurs, this eventually leads immigrants to a permanent residency. Hence, we believe this option works well for high-level employees who are required to stay for longer periods of time for their job.
Finally, we like that they offer to help employers get a Permanent Labor Certification. This service essentially helps employers petition for their foreign workers to get a permanent residency in the U.S.
We think this is good for employers engaged in labor-intensive industries, who require a large number of workers and have been employing immigrants to keep operating their business.
2. Portland Immigration Law LLC
Services: Fiancé Visa, Family Visa, Employment-based Visa, Asylum
Address: 210 SW Morrison Street, 4th Floor, Portland, Oregon 97204
Website: https://pdximmigration.com/
Contact No.: (503) 749-7700
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
5/5 | |
Bark | 5/5 |
Total Reviews | 3.5/5 |
Score Consistency | 5/5 |
Scope of Services | 4.5/5 |
Expertise in Immigration Law | 5/5 |
Client Resources | 5/5 |
Client Service | 4.5/5 |
Pros
- Specializes in family reunification and fiancé visas
- Can serve clients in English, Spanish, and Russian
Cons
- By appointment only
- No financing options
- On-site services are presently not available
Portland Immigration Law LLC is an excellent choice for U.S. citizens who are looking to bring their non-U.S. citizen partners to stay with them in the U.S. We say this because they specialize in K1 fiancé visa.
We like that they provide comprehensive resources on K1 fiancé visa applications.
In fact, we think their resources answer if not all, most of the questions relevant to the application for this visa. Some of these include who can file a visa and what the requirements are for applying.
All of these resources are readily available and accessible to their clients on their website.
There is one other area of focus that we like about Portland Immigration Law LLC, and this is their family visa application.
For those who have been planning to reunite with their relatives, they offer to help U.S. citizens file a family visa for their non-U.S.-citizen relatives.
They’ve also prepared a step-by-step guide on how to prepare and apply for a family visa just like the one for their K1 fiancé visa application service.
The extensive client resources that they offer are, for us, proof of their knowledge and experience in handling immigration cases.
With these resources, we think that they’re best for interested clients who are still exploring their options or those who simply want to better understand their circumstances.
In our research, we also found that their clients receive a detail-oriented and organized service.
We think this is important especially because the process of immigration can be meticulous and tedious.
To complete this process, clients will need legal assistance that can help them understand their options and make sure that they don’t miss any requirements when they apply for their chosen option.
3. Bailey Immigration
Services: Family-based Immigration, U-Visas for Victims of Crime, Deportation Waivers
Address: 4380 SW Macadam Ave, Suite #150, Portland, OR 97239
Website: https://baileyimmigration.com/
Contact No.: (866) 521-6422
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
4.6/5 | |
Yelp | 2.5/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.5/5 |
Score Consistency | 3.5/5 |
Scope of Services | 4.5/5 |
Expertise in Immigration Law | 5/5 |
Client Resources | 4/5 |
Client Service | 4/5 |
Pros
- Offers U-visa application services for victims of crimes
- Clients have the option to avail of online services
- Excellent client service
Cons
- By appointment only
What we like best about Bailey Immigration’s services is their U-visa application option.
This option is specially offered to victims of crimes in the United States. If you or an immediate family member have unfortunately been a victim of a crime in the U.S., Bailey Immigration is definitely the choice for you.
We appreciate that they help victims of crime, including those who have been victims of crimes under the Violence Against Women Act.
In our opinion, this service distinguishes Bailey Immigration from the rest of the law firms because it’s a service unique to them and one that requires credibility and involves an urgent matter.
Being able to handle complicated cases like this is a testament to their vast knowledge and expertise in immigration law.
On top of this standout service, we also like that they offer online immigration legal services. Interested clients have the option to avail of their services through their website.
However, we have to note that while their services are accessible online, Bailey Immigration doesn’t presently provide any assurance of privacy and confidentiality in their communication with their clients.
On a lighter note, we also want to highlight the recognition they get from their clients for their professionalism and friendliness.
We love that clients feel comfortable and at ease opening up to them. We believe this is because they take the time to listen to their clients and are always patient in taking up the questions they have.
This is important for us because problems concerning immigration are always personal and complex. Hence, a good immigration lawyer is one who can empathize with their clients and give them all the time and legal support that they need.
4. Nelson Smith LLP
Services: Family-based Immigration, Asylum, Removal Relief and Citizenship, Non-immigrant Visa
Address: 1123 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97205, United States
Website: https://visaoregon.com/
Contact No.: (503) 224-8600
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4.8/5 | |
Birdeye | 4.7/5 |
Total Reviews | 4/5 |
Score Consistency | 5/5 |
Scope of Services | 5/5 |
Expertise in Immigration Law | 5/5 |
Client Resources | 4/5 |
Client Service | 4.5/5 |
Pros
- Offers a wide scope of services for non-immigrants
- Delivers prompt and detailed legal services
Cons
- No financing options
Nelson Smith LLP services are, in our view, defined by their non-immigrant visa application services. They offer a wide range of services that accommodate non-immigrants with different circumstances.
To start, they offer to help with the visa applications of fashion models, students, artists, and athletes. If you belong to any of these groups, you can start exploring your options with Nelson Smith LLP.
Next, we also want to highlight their services for clients who are qualified for a Temporary Protected Status or TPS.
To give you an overview, TPS is granted to citizens or nationals of countries who are temporarily unable to return to their home countries by reason of armed conflict, environmental disasters, or any other extraordinary circumstances.
Considering the extraordinary circumstances these citizens are in, having to look for a temporary home can put more pressure on them. This is why we appreciate that Nelson Smith LLP is always ready to help them.
We also found out through our research that clients who have availed of their services enjoy a prompt and smooth-sailing experience despite the complexity of their cases.
In our opinion, this quality in their service is felt by their clients through the communication that they keep with them.
We appreciate that Nelson Smith LLP carefully explains to their clients the options they have, and informs them of all the forms and documents required for their case.
We think this is a great practice, as it helps the clients be knowledgeable and prepared all throughout the process of their immigration.
5. Immigration Law Group LLC
Services: Marriage Green Card, Fiancé Visa, Citizenship and Immigration, Employment Visas
Address: 650 NE Holladay St, Suite 1600 Portland, OR 97232
Website: https://www.emsylaw.com/
Contact No.: (866) 691-9894
Operating Hours: Open 24 hours
5/5 | |
Birdeye | 4.7/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.5/5 |
Score Consistency | 5/5 |
Scope of Services | 5/5 |
Expertise in Immigration Law | 4.5/5 |
Client Resources | 4/5 |
Client Service | 5/5 |
Pros
- 24-hour service
- Offers a wide range of services
- Client can opt for flexible monthly payments
Cons
- Minor issue on punctuality in meeting clients
Immigration Law Group LLC also offers quite the extensive set of legal services. We appreciate that they offer legal services for clients whose immigration can be based on marriage, family, or employment.
With all these legal services, we think that they can provide a one-stop service for clients who are dealing with complicated cases and are needing an all-inclusive legal option.
On top of these specializations, we think their client service also elevates the experience clients have with them.
We appreciate that they offer their legal services at a more affordable price in comparison to other law firms. They also offer flexible monthly payment plans to their clients.
These services, for us, provide financial relief to their clients especially considering that applying for residency in the U.S. involves several processes that may require different fees.
Next, we also like that the lawyers in their firm commit to personally handling their clients’ cases and not simply delegate them to paralegals.
This practice speaks of their dedication and empathy for their client’s cause and eventually provides a focused and personalized service for the immigrant.
In fact, in 2019, they’ve been awarded as one of the 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Legal Counsel.