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Brian H. Getson
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Brian H. Getson, Esq. leads the nationwide immigration practice of Getson & Schatz, P.C. and has extensive experience in representing both individuals and corporations in a wide variety of complex immigration matters. Among his clients are hospitals, universities, advertising agencies, doctors, research scientists, and engineering firms throughout the United States. After graduating cum laude from Duke University, Mr. Getson attended The University of Pennsylvania Law School. Upon receiving his law degree in 1995, he joined the Firm and concentrated his practice on immigration law. He has lectured to other immigration lawyers at continuing legal education courses, and has been selected multiple times as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer. Mr. Getson is a member of the American Immigration Lawyer's Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
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Licensed in New York for 28 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 30 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
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Getson & Schatz, P.C.
230 South Broad Street, Suite 1001, Philadelphia, PA, 19102-4105
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Showing 11 - 15 of 38 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Avi | September 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent Immigration Lawyer
Brian Getson helped me in my EB2-NIW and I-485 applications. I found Brian very knowledgeful in immigration processes and possible pitfalls. Brian was very patient and resourceful in helping me gather my documents. His answers to all my questions were prompt and very insightful. He is highly professi...
Posted by Elisa | September 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
highly recommended
Brian Getson is the best attorney that you can find if you need to apply for your green card. He is highly professional and very meticulous in his job. He helped me every steps and answer immediately every questions I had. It has been a long journey (thanks to Covid :-)) and I never felt alone. I h...
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The lawyer everyone needs!
Brian Getson is the lawyer I will recommend to everyone for NIW applications. He is thorough, honest, professional and a highly qualified legal expert. My experience with him is nothing less than perfect. Always timely responses, providing nitty-gritty details and pros and cons of every aspect of the...
Posted by Jin Woo | August 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The Best Immigration Attorney
Brian Getson is the best attorney that you can find for your green card. He is highly professional and knowledgeable, has strategy and solution, and exceeds expectations in details and knowhow. Every time I asked questions, he responded to me perfectly with details in a few hours. I am sure that your...
Posted by Sol | August 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Review Mr. Brian Getson
I hired Getson & Schatz P.C to help me to apply for my green card and we obtained it. Mr. Getson was professional and knowledgeable. His advice was very insightful and practical and he kept me updated every second of the way. He always responded in an extreme timely matter and explained very well all...
Brian H. Getson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
James Dilsheimer
Personal injury lawyer
Stephen Karp
Personal injury lawyer
Robert Maizel
Car accident lawyer
Experience
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
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
2014
2013
Regions Business
Hiring Foreign Nationals Good for US Businesses
2012
Employing International Workers
Assisting Employers in Applying for Visas for Foreign National Workers
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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