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Helen Louise Parsonage
About Helen
Biography
Specializing in thorough and experienced representation of individuals navigating the mazes of immigration and criminal law.
Admitted to practice:
North Carolina State Courts;
Georgia State Courts;
United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina;
United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina;
United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina;
United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia;
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit;
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit;
Board of Immigration Appeals;
Executive Office for Immigration Review (Immigration Court); and
United States Supreme Court
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Georgia for 7 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 19 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Elliot Morgan Parsonage
426 Old Salem Road, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101
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Helen Louise Parsonage's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very kind and professional
I asked for and advise about my two year rule and she gave me definite answers. She even extended help by authenticating my papers. She was so kind and professional.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
Helen was thorough, quick and straight to the point from the very beginning. She is clearly very knowledgeable in what she's doing. She was there to answer our questions by text and e-mail late night and weekends. I highly recommend her!
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Competent, very accessible, organized, gay friendly
After interviewing several lawyers, Helen was by far the most organized in what it would take to marry my Canadian partner and get him a visa. She made the process understandable and her checklists on actions or documentation to complete were outstanding. We were also able to text her questions and...
Posted by anonymous | July 9, 2015
Very satisfied client
My wife and I are very happy with the way Helen and her team handled my wife's Permanent Residency to the U.S.A. Helen and her staff are very friendly and approachable. I highly recommend her services and I would use her services again in the future. I would like to thank her and her team for the su...
Helen Parsonage
Replied last December 16, 2015Thank you for the kind words. My office always strives to provide good service and it was a pleasure to work with you.
Posted by amanda | July 6, 2015
Our Experience
Ms. Parsonage provided an excellent service to us, regarding my Husbands Adjustment of Status, not only was she knowledgable but very easy to get in contact with regarding the slightest issue. She was on point with the whole application process and organized to a tee; she also was very flexible with ...
Helen Parsonage
Replied last July 7, 2015Thank you for the kind words. Our office always strives to do the very best for each client, and it was a pleasure working with you and your husband. All the best to you and your family.
Helen Louise Parsonage's Lawyer Endorsements
"Helen is an extremely knowledgeable attorney in one of the most complicated areas of immigration law: analyzing criminal convictions for their immigration consequences. She is not only a tireless advocate but also an extremely helpful mentor to new attorneys. When I chaired a conference this year for the federal bar association and wanted attorneys from around the country, Helen was my top choice for her region."
"Helen zealously advocates for her clients and is well respected in the areas of immigration and criminal law. I have not hesitated to refer clients to her when issues in those areas come up with my own clients."
"Helen is very knowledgeable about Immigration Law and is a zealous advocate for immigrants."
"Helen Parsonage is an excellent, talented attorney who fights hard for her client's rights. She comes with my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a tireless advocate for those who are injured, accused or need help in immigration matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Helen takes the time to know her clients and cares about the outcome of their cases. She understands the law and advises fellow attorneys, like me, about the immigration-related aspects of our own cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Helen does great work, and truly fights for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Helen is extremely helpful in matters involving immigration and the consequences of certain pleas on deportation"
"Helen is a great and compassionate immigration lawyer."
"Fantastic attorney! Never gives up the fight. Very well respected in her field."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Helen for several years and have spent some time with her at Continuing Legal Education conferences. When I have a question about immigration law, I call Helen. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her."
"This is a lawyer that cares about her clients, and fights for every inch."
"I endorse this lawyer. Helen is a professional par excellence. She is one of the most creative, diligent attorneys practicing in immigration law in North Carolina."
"It is easy to say a lot of great things things about Helen. She is an excellent attorney. She is kind, caring, thoughtful, selfless, and always thoroughly prepared in court. She would drop what she was doing in a minute if you needed help. She fights tirelessly on behalf of her clients. She is well thought of and deeply respected by her fellow attorneys, police officers, district attorneys, and judges. If more lawyers were like Helen, our profession would have a much better name than it does. Keep up the excellent work, Helen!"
"Helen is my "go to" person for immigration matters. I consult with her concerning possible "ripple effects" any time I'm representing a non-citizen."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Helen cares about her clients and fights for them. I see many of her clients in the court house speaking highly of her and recommending her to others in need of an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Rated Immigration Attorney in Winston-Salem, NC, Super Lawyers
2017
Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Immigration Lawyers in Winston Salem, NC, Three Best Rated
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Board Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, North Carolina State Bar
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Board Certified Specialist - Immigration Law, North Carolina State Bar
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Featured Atorney: November 2011, The Xemplar
2011
Defender of Justice (Elliot Pishko Morgan PA), North Carolina Justice Center
2010
Emerging Legal Leaders (Finalist), NC Lawyers Weekly
2010
2010 Woman Extraordinaire, Triad Business Weekly
2006
Pro Bono Award, North Carolina Bar Association
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Wake Forest University School Of Law
2013 - Present
Partner, Elliot Morgan Parsonage PLLC
2011 - 2013
Partner, Elliot Pishko Morgan PA
2006 - 2011
Associate, Elliot Pishko Morgan PA
Associations
2017 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Immigration Law SectionAdvisory Council Member
2006 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2006 - Present
Forsyth County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
North Carolina Advocates for Justice Hispanic and Latino Legal Issues DivisionVice Chair
2012 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationConsumer Protection & Unauthorized Practice of Law Action Cmte
2010 - 2010
Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2010 - 2012
Forsyth County Juvenile Crime Prevention CouncilBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v Cornell et al.
Not Guilty
State v. Carvalho
Matter of Sanchez
Grant of Permanent Residency
Diane Duffy v. Hanesbrands, Inc.
Affirmed for plaintiff.
Tatum v. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.
Education
2006
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Birmingham
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
AILA National Conference 2015
Untimely Motions to Reopen
2014
AILA National Conference 2014
Challenging Mandatory Detention
2014
AILA Fundamentals 2014
Removal and Relief
2012
Hispanic Services Coalition
Immigration Information on the NEW Deferred Action and Work Authorization Memorandum
2012
Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Association
WHAT A CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THE DEFERRED ACTION MEMO
2012
Dia Familiar
Deferred Action
2011
NCAJ - Legal Assistants Division
Changes in Workers' Compensation
2011
CLE
Ethical Considerations under Padilla v. Kentucky
2009
Fundamentals of Employment Law
Immigration Compliance and Avoiding Liability
N/A
A Litigation Paralegal's Guide to Case Management
PREPARING EVIDENCE AND EXHIBITS FOR TRIAL
Publications
2011
Forsyth Woman Magazine p. 74
"Helen Parsonage, Attorney & Associate"
2011
The Xemplar
Helen Parsonage: Fighting for the Underdog
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Second marriage green card
08 Jul 2015
Q&A
Can I get a prayer for judgement for no insurance and expired tags tickets?
07 Nov 2014
Q&A
Who fills out a form I 864 Affidavit of support for immigration? Would it be my wife, who is the U.S citizen and/or my sponsor?
31 Oct 2014