Daniel Patrick Shaffer

Daniel Patrick Shaffer

5.0
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 7 years

Immigration Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Immigration

3817 Davis PL NW, Washington, DC

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

I practice US immigration law, focusing on marriage-based green cards, E-2 investor visas, L-1A intracompany transferees, EB-1C green cards, and B1/B2 visas.

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 7 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2019

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Shaffer Immigration Law

3817 Davis PL NW, Washington, DC, 20007

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Daniel Patrick Shaffer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shreya | November 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful experience working with Daniel for our marriage-based green card process

We had a wonderful experience working with Daniel Shaffer throughout our marriage-based green card application process. From the initial consultation to the final approval, Daniel was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and supportive every step of the way. Immigration processes can be stressful... and overwhelming, especially with changing USCIS policies and regulations. Daniel always took the time to explain things clearly, answer our questions, address our concerns, and guide us through each stage of the process. His attention to detail, proactive communication, and ability to navigate unexpected changes gave us tremendous confidence and peace of mind. He was also very accommodating and supportive during our interview preparation, making sure we felt comfortable and well-prepared. We truly appreciated his personal attention and dedication to our case rather than making us feel like just another file. We are incredibly grateful to Daniel for helping us successfully navigate this journey and achieve our green card approval. We would wholeheartedly recommend Daniel Shaffer and his firm to anyone looking for knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated immigration representation. Thank you, Daniel, for everything!

Posted by Jane | October 29, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Immigration Attorney — Highly Recommended!

We are incredibly grateful to Daniel for his outstanding work and support throughout our immigration process. Everything was handled professionally, efficiently, and smoothly. Daniel was always available, responded promptly to our calls and emails, and made us feel supported every step of the way. ... We have received our visas and will soon be arriving in the United States! We are absolutely delighted and cannot thank Daniel enough for helping us reach this important milestone in our lives. We wholeheartedly recommend Daniel to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely caring immigration attorney. Thank you, Daniel, for everything!

Posted by Nazim | October 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney

He is outstanding and committed to maintain deadline of the Clients.

I am proud to be a client of Daniel Patrick Shaffer at AVVO. As his first Bangladeshi client, I truly appreciate how professionally and thoughtfully he handled our immigration matters. Despite the international context, Daniel made communication easy, understood our concerns proactively, and consiste...ntly supported us whenever we needed assistance. What sets Daniel apart is his dedication, responsiveness, and genuine commitment to understanding and resolving his clients’ concerns. His professionalism and personal attention have made a meaningful difference in our immigration journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Daniel and AVVO to anyone seeking a dependable, proactive, and compassionate immigration attorney. Thank you, Daniel, for your exceptional support and dedication!

Posted by Alesha | October 19, 2026

Helpful and Supportive Throughout My Immigration Process

I’m really grateful for all his help throughout my immigration process. He guided me through everything I needed to get done and was always there whenever I needed his help. Having his support made the whole process much easier for me. I truly appreciate his time and effort, and I would definitely re...commend him to anyone looking for a helpful and reliable immigration lawyer!

Posted by Kenlyn | October 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Over satisfied client.

Attorney Daniel Shaffer for helping me and my children with our immigration cases. He explained the process clearly, answered our questions, and guided us through each step with professionalism and care. His knowledge and dedication made a stressful process much easier, and his support helped us fee...l more prepared and confident throughout our cases. He truly cared about our family and our future. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking immigration assistance! Most importantly, he responds within minutes wherever you text him.

Daniel Shaffer

Replied last October 17, 2026

Thank you, Kenlyn! Great working with you all.

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Daniel Patrick Shaffer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hung-Lin Lai

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"I had the privilege of working with Daniel on a complex immigration matter, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, he showed exceptional knowledge of immigration law and a deep understanding of the challenges involved. He was not only thorough in preparing my case, but also patient in explaining every step in clear, practical terms so I always felt informed and confident. What stood out most was Daniel’s dedication-he was responsive, proactive, and truly cared about the outcome. His professionalism was matched by genuine compassion, which made a stressful process feel manageable. Thanks to his guidance and expertise, my case was handled successfully and with efficiency. Daniel is an outstanding immigration lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients. Anyone in need of immigration assistance would be fortunate to have him as their advocate."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Honors

2025

Best of 2025, Business Rate

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Immigration Attorney, Shaffer Immigration Law

Associations

2021 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful US Entry from Country Subject to COVID Ban

Successful Entry into the US

Writ of Mandamus for Unreasonably Delayed Asylum Application

Asylum Decision Issued by USCIS

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Education

2018

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2015

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

2020

Economic Sanctions against Syria Protection of civilians and humanitarian assistance

2020

2020

Economic Sanctions against Syria Overview

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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