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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83 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gunes | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Knowledgable, trustworthy amazing lawyer

Brian was amazing in all steps to provide assistance and support during my immigration journey. His attention to detail and very detailed work gave enormous confidence at every step. I would recommend him to any researcher who is applying to obtain a green card.

Posted by Santiel | May 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mis mejores experiencias con Brian y su equipo

Mi experiencia y la de mi esposa durante casi 1 año y medio, siendo clientes de Brian Getson, fue formidable. Ellos son muy serios en su labor como abogados de inmigración. Cuentan con abogados que dominan el español, chino, y supongo que otros idiomas también. Por si usted aun no domina el inglés,... ellos pueden asistirlo/a. En nuestro caso, a pesar de hablo el inglés, pero no muy fluido, el abogado Danilo, fue nuestro asistente. Al igual que Brian, con él fue de maravillas, pues es una persona muy diáfana, atenta, calmada y argumenta muy bien el trayecto de las posibles situaciones que puedan presentarse durante el proceso. Los precios para nuestro entender, fueron muy justos y razonables, incluso en un momento donde el poder ejecutivo del país, había subido los precios de los trámites migratorios, Brian fue flexible, incluso el procedimiento de pago, algo que nos ayudó mucho, pues se había agravado la situación económica en ese momento. Recomiendo con ***** 5 estrellas, los servicios de Getson and Schatz y les envío mis más sinceros deseos de éxitos, para que sigan ayudando a la comunidad de inmigrantes en Philadelphia.

Posted by Rajiv | December 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Top Notch Lawyer

Green Card, EB1 I worked with Brian Getson at Getson Immigration for our case. Mr Getson has been very thoughtful and thorough in determining the viability of my case. His judgement regarding the case and determining the documents required to support my case was crucial. I worked with Mr Getson remo...tely, because we were not local to Philadelphia. Mr Getson and his team are very responsive in communications, and get back to you quickly, usually the same day. Hence there were no issues working remotely. His knowledge and expertise in immigration law is commendable. He offers a free consultation and gave a frank opinion about the chances of my case, his charges are clear and transparent. After signing the contract, we were in constant touch throughout the green card process.We had a very positive experience (and positive outcome) with him and would highly recommend him.

Posted by Lovey | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer

Brian Getson is the most experienced, realistic, honest, highly professional, and by far the best immigration lawyer. I would personally recommend Brian Getson to anyone who needs any guidance or help in the immigration process. He handled my H1B, H4, and NIW (EB2). He was always so honest about the... situations and never gave me any false hopes. He always focused on every little detail about my case and worked so hard. Ultimately, he did succeed in getting all my cases approved. He was always so prompt and knowledgeable in answering any questions I ever had. It's a big relief that I found such an amazing expert. I will always be going back to him for all my immigration work in the future.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Lawyer

I came across Getson & Schatz PC when looking for legal assistance for an RFE of my immigration process, an EB2-NIW application. The first contact I had with Brian looked "too good to be true"; he replied my email within minutes and offered to have a first phone call, free of charge, something that i...s very unusual among immigration lawyers- a very happy surprise, though. When we spoke, I was amazed by his speed of thought and to the fact that he already had a line of defense set up on his mind. During the 5 months we worked together to build the RFE response, Brian always replied my emails and concerns fast enough so I don't freaked out. The outcome of my RFE is an approved greencard process, just waiting for the interview now. I couldn't be happier and more satisfied with all Brian has done to my specific case, as I don't hold a very usual profession and I know that my case was challenging. He made my dream come true, when I read the word "approved" from my case, and I absolutely won't hesitate to refer Brian and Getson & Schatz for anyone that asks me about immigration attorneys.

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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

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