Brian H. Getson

Brian H. Getson

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 30 years

Immigration Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

230 South Broad Street, Suite 1001, Philadelphia, PA

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 28 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 30 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Getson & Schatz, P.C.

230 South Broad Street, Suite 1001, Philadelphia, PA, 19102-4105

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Brian H. Getson's Reviews

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84 Client Reviews

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Posted by Maria | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Cancelation of Removal

A few years back I obtained Getson and Shatz for my Husbands Cancelation of Removal proceedings. It was a very difficult case and we had an uphill battle to say the least. These lawyers at this law firm worked diligently to make sure that our family was able to stay together. They all went above and ...beyond working together to find solutions and helping to show us where to look for the proper evidence we needed along the way. I couldn’t’ be more grateful for all of the support and dedication these lawyers gave to us and our family during our case. I would highly recommend them time and time again to anyone looking for help with any immigration needs!!!!!

Posted by Nikola | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration

The best lawyer ever, I will recommend Mr. Getson to everyone who needs immigration help.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Immigration advice session

Brian was really quick to answer all of my questions. Also, he was to the point and made sure that all of my questions were answered.

Posted by CKRAO | April 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Getson & Schazt - Brian Getson

Brian means confidence, quality, assurance & integrity. In one word he is awesome. The case of my wife and daughter was so complicated that the the lawyer who did my H1b refused to handle it. Brian was our savior. Brian, had always been very approachable, prompt, great advisor and a guy with very hig...h integrity. He had done a NPT (Nunc Pro Tunc), H4 extension and EAD for my wife & H4 for my wife. He always delivered and was very prompt in replying to my mails, calls and I honestly believe he is a rare breed of professionals, who is genuinely interested in getting you out of trouble when compared to a majority who are commercial. If you are with Brian, be assured of professionalism, quality of work, timely communication, advise and most importantly you will feel assured with his services. Its total value for money with Brian. Wish Brian & his team good luck and wish he help more people from immigration distress :-).

Posted by Farruh | April 13, 2016 | Business

1 Of The Most Qualified Lawyers

I recommend mr. Brian Getson for any type of listed by him legal work for any social class including business and economic services outside and inside of the US. He`s services are very fast and quality and consultation informative with valuable regarded information. He knows solution for the wide ran...ge of the legal cases with many won cases. thank you again mr. esq Brian Getson.

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1995 - Present

President, Getson & Schatz, P.C.

Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

USCIS Administrative Appeals Office

Appeal Sustained

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Education

1995

The University of Pennsylvania School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Duke University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2014

A workshop for Attorneys New to Immigration and BIA Accredited Representatives

Representing an Immigrant Client at a Bond Hearing

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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