Ralf D. Wiedemann

Ralf D. Wiedemann

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Immigration

3675 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA

About Ralf

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Fees and Rates

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Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ralf D. Wiedemann, LLC

3675 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

Honorary Consul of Germany

3675 Market Street, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

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Ralf D. Wiedemann's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Titus | July 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The ABSOLUTE BEST! 5 stars are not enough!

No words could make justice to the incredible legal service provided by Mr. Wiedemann. I could not be more grateful. Mr. Wiedemann has guided me through the 5 year rigorous process in becoming a US citizen and ensured all processes were completed as expected by USCIS. I felt safe and confident the ...entire time and everything was exactly on schedule. This comes from the extensive experience, unparalleled professionalism and compassion that Mr. Wiedemann demonstrated each step of the way. The communication has always been extremely comprehensive and swift, very important for someone like me who is not savvy in legalities and formalities. There is nobody better in this field! I heard so many discouraging situations from acquaintances who used different other services from various immigration lawyers and I consider myself so lucky to have found Mr. Wiedemann to represent me throughout the evolution of my case. R.W was highly recommended to me and my expectations were exceeded by far. Thank you Mr. Wiedemann for everything you do. You are changing lives and families and I will always be grateful to you!

Posted by Birgit | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

the best

Mr. Wiedemann has been both professional and empathetic to my complicated case and a pleasure to work with. He has helped with all resources and details and gone above and beyond. All mails and phone calls were answered promptly and with all necessary information towards the next step. His knowledge ...is a most valuable source.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2014 | Immigration

Outstanding lawyer - HIGHLY recommended!

Ralf is a truly outstanding lawyer.  He mixes his incredible expertise and professionalism with a wonderful personability and "down-to-earth-ness". This was critical for us considering our case involved obtaining citizenship for our five-year-old son.  It was clear from the very first email exchange... and telephone conversation I had with Ralf that he was the right lawyer for us.  We felt totally at ease and trusting of him from the get-go, as well as confident that he would expertly guide us to a successful outcome (which he did!). Ralf handled our case - which was very challenging in several ways - with clarity, poise, efficiency and confidence and a problem-solving, no-obstable-is-too-great approach.  He also demonstrated incredible sensitivity and compassion for our personal circumstances.  Ralf responded promptly, knowledgeably and compassionately to all our questions and concerns throughout the process and he proactively sought and secured a solution to a particularly challenging aspect of our case. Ralf ensured our evidence was solid, well-put-together and very clearly demonstrated our son’s eligibility for citizenship and he did an amazing job representing our family for our son's USCIS interview, including expertly handling a very delicate situation during it.  We cannot thank Ralf enough - we waited five long years for our son to become an American - and we will never forget his expertise, professionalism, personability and kindness throughout this epic “journey”.

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Ralf D. Wiedemann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leslie Margolies

Immigration lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ralf is extremely knowledgeable and well respected in the field of immigration law and I would highly recommend him to any individual or company who needs a lawyer with immigration expertise."

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Lyle Dickson

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Ridings

Immigration lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Immigration lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Wiedemann. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"

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Calvin Sun

Immigration lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Ralf is smart and dedicated."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Sheehan

Immigration lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. You can't say enough about the practitioner who has provided thousands of answers to client questions on this website. I would be shocked to see him stumped in this field of practice."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Ralf D. Wiedemann LLC

2012 - Present

Honorary Consul in Philadelphia, German Missions in the U.S.

2007 - 2016

Associate, Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP

2004 - 2007

Senior Associate, Klasko, Rulon, Stock & Seltzer, LLP

2000 - 2003

Associate, Dechert LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Consular Corps Association of Philadelphia

Member

2000 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tran v. Gonzales, Attorney General

The court granted our petition for review.

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Education

2000

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor, magna cum laude

1990

Valparaiso University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, with distinction

Speaking Engagements

2013

GNPCC Annual Expo

International Trade with Germany

Publications

2007

The Legal Intelligencer Prepare Now for the Timely Filing of Your H-1B Petitions

2006

The Legal Intelligencer Annual H-1B Visa Cap Reached in Just Eight Weeks

2005

The Legal Intelligencer Quotas May Wreak Havoc on U.S. Business Immigration

2004

The Legal Intelligencer Analyzing the Proposed Overhaul of H-2B Short-Term Visa Program

2003

The Legal Intelligencer House Intelligence Bill Contains Due Process Restrictions

2002

The Legal Intelligencer Homeland Security Act Heralds Dramatic Change

2002

The Legal Intelligencer Intracompany Transferees and Visa Options

2002

Global Immigration Guide — Crossing Borders for Business Intracompany Transferees for International Companies in the United States

2001

Bender’s Labor & Employment Bulletin Changes to Labor Condition Application Regulations Affect Employers of Temporary Foreign Professionals

Languages

German

English

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