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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5.0 /5.0

83 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Reliable lawyer for Green Card application

I came to America as a postdoc. I wanted to switch from a J1 visa to a green card, so I talked to him about the Green Card application. He clearly explained to me the success rate, total cost and the documentations required. I asked many questions time to time, his response was always very quick. ... I strongly recommend this lawyer.

Posted by Battuya | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

NIW petition approved for a research scientist!

I recently became a permanent resident after working with Brian Getson on submitting my National Interest Waiver petition. I first met Brian at a scientific research conference where he gave an informative seminar on the immigration options available to research scientists with advanced degrees. He o...ffered free consultations and it was quite apparent that Brian was highly experienced in representing academic scientists. Brian possesses all qualities you would want in an attorney: deeply knowledgeable, detail-oriented, highly organized, and quick to respond to questions and concerns. It was a pleasure working with him and I would highly recommend Brian!

Posted by Hui | August 21, 2019 | Immigration

Honest and straightforward

We visited Attorney Getson last week in regards to 2 separate immigration matters 1) investment visas 2) family based sponsorship. Attorney Getson was very straightforward on what could and could not be done. Offered fantastic advice on what we need to do prior to engaging him. We will be hiring him ...in the future.

Posted by Mahmoud Gebril | April 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Immigration Attorny

I looked online for best immigration attorney in the area and found Brian. Brian helped me with my N400 application and he was amazing. All of his work was great and I’m now a U.S. citizen. I highly recommend Brian as he is very easy to work with and really know his stuff.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great immigration lawyer

Brian Getson helped me with my 601 waiver for my husband recently and it got approved. He helped me with the application process and answered all my questions via email in a quick time. He worked hard and had reasonable prices for his service. He is very smart and knows the immigration process very w...ell. I would certainly recommend Brian Getson for anyone who needs immigration help.

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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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