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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82 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 38 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Margarita | August 14, 2025 | Immigration

Highly Skilled and Thorough EB-2 NIW Attorney Who Delivers Results

I applied for my green card as a scientist with rather modest credentials. From our first conversation, Brian stood out with his clear, logical answers and a well-defined plan to maximize my chances for success under the EB-2 NIW category. The process was long because Brian takes a meticulous approa...ch to every detail, but that thoroughness paid off — three weeks ago, my family and I received our green cards. If you choose to work with Brian, be prepared to contribute actively. He won’t fabricate your professional achievements, and you’ll need to review all documents yourself. But with him, you can trust that your case is in the hands of someone deeply knowledgeable who won’t take unnecessary risks with your time, money, or immigration future. I strongly recommend Brian to anyone seeking a dedicated, competent, and detail-oriented immigration attorney.

Posted by Gabi Steinbach | December 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Truly exceptional

Brian has provided truly exceptional service with helping me and my husband to go through the Eb-2 NIW process. I always recommend him to all my international friends who are thinking about undergoing the process. What stood out most to me: 1) Professional and effective workflow: Brian is very organi...zed and has a clear workflow from gathering relevant information for the petition, to writing all the required required letters, and assembling all documents for submission. He even provided all templates for how to reach out to people who I needed to get reference letters from. 2) Very responsive and knowledgeable: I would usually get answers to my questions within 1 day. Some of the questions concerned general immigration rules surrounding my current or upcoming immigration status. Having someone to turn to for such questions made me feel very grateful and saved me from a lot of mental stress. 3) Consistent: Our process took almost 3 years, including some unexpected turns. During that whole time Brian showed consistently professional behavior and was on top of things. In summary, it was worth every dollar; I was always surprised when I heard other people tell me about their EB immigration issues, none of those issues I ever had with Brian. Thank you for your exceptional work!

Posted by E. Cisneros | December 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

There are no words that can state how satisfied and happy my wife and I are for the exceptional work on our behalf. The attention to detail and the easiness of the process were outstanding. I will keep recommending Brian services as the natural obligation of a client whose expectations were fulfilled....

Posted by Farzan | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer

I had the pleasure of working with Brian Getson for my green card application, and I couldn't be more satisfied with his services. Brian was incredibly responsive, always answering my emails promptly and addressing any concerns I had. His deep knowledge of immigration law was evident throughout the p...rocess, and he made sure that every detail was handled with precision. One aspect that stood out was that he scheduled calls to prepare me before my interviews, ensuring that I felt confident and well-informed. His guidance was invaluable, and it played a significant role in the success of my application. I wholeheartedly endorse Brian Getson and his law practice. If you're looking for an attorney who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares about his clients, Brian is the one to go to.

Posted by Severyn | March 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB - 2 NIW in Entomology

I would like to recommend Brian and his team to researchers who plan to go through EB-2 or EB-1. I am an entomologist with specific expertise in pests of agriculture, so I had hoped to obtain a green card through EB2 National Interest Waiver. Now it is a reality. I found Brian through the inter...net and from the start he was clear and straightforward. He explained to me what are the strong sides of my case and where are potential weaknesses. If I would prepare a case by myself, I would definitely make all of the mistakes that Brian helped me to avoid. He is extremely responsible, and detail focused. He answered every single email in very short terms. During our work through the case he and his team were always extremely fast when preparing my paperwork. Overall it took about 6 month to prepare the case. 18 month to receive an NIW approval, and then only 4 month to receive a green card ( I applied for residency only after I had approved the case ). I think Brian prices are fair and just and it is comfortable to pay fees on a monthly basis, especially if you consider it as a great investment in your future. Overall, I am impressed how good and straightforward the whole process was. I wish Brian many more years of happy life with successful cases that will change the lives of many people. Thank you, Brian.

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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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