Paul S. Haar

Paul S. Haar

4.9
Rating: 1.2

Licensed for 42 years

Immigration Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Immigration

1150 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 900, Washington, DC

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 42 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1997

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Membership Lapsed

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Suspended - Disciplinary

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Law Offices of Paul S. Haar

1150 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 900, Washington, DC, 200364129

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Paul S. Haar's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

118 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | February 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Sword of Damocles: No More

Paul Haar can be described in one word, “Amazing.” Paul Haar answers his phone, day or night, weekends, and holidays. When he is on vacation. During client meetings: if he gets a call from another client, he answers. But it doesn’t stop with the fact that Paul answers his phone, there is more… L...et me explain, my wife’s immigration status is complicated. We met with three different lawyers, Paul being one of them. They all told us the same thing; we had a compelling case because I am a U.S. citizen and because we have a child with Down syndrome. BUT, if we got an unfavorable decision, then there would be no appeal, no recourse, no second chance: my wife, the mother of our intellectually disabled child, could be taken from us and deported to her home country. It is just the way the law is written, and our SAFEST strategy was to wait for immigration reform and hope for more reasonable / more humane laws regarding people with the complications my wife had concerning her status in this country. I contacted the offices of my Congressman and my Senators. I spoke with two different staff members, one from my congressman’s office and one from one of my Senator’s offices, who specialize in complicated immigration cases. They both told me the same thing, the risk for a bad decision was likely low, because we had a compelling case, but what we were risking was high because a bad decision would result in immediate deportation. And, if that were to happen, then my congressman would have to intervene with a letter to stop the deportation. And we would have to renew the letter, every year, for the rest of our lives. And just because my current congressman might be willing to do an annual stay-of-deportation letter, does not mean that the next one will. So, we waited and waited. As our intellectually disabled son approached 18 years of age, we had a difficult decision to make because we need to petition the court for the request for Guardianship. We approached Paul and told him that we had made the decision to ask for a waiver for my wife’s situation because we needed to secure her status in the U.S. before submitting the petition for shared Guardianship of our intellectually disabled son. Paul Haar worked with us to build a compelling case for how damaging the deportation of my wife would be to me and our family. And how she is an outstanding community member. We gathered several affidavits attesting to my wife’s outstanding contributions to the community and how she has been an important part of the families that she has been providing nanny service to over the years. Paul’s approach to our case was ALL-IN. He held back on nothing. We left no stone unturned. He was, simply put, “Amazing.” I am happy to report that a decision came in our favor. The problems with her case have been reviewed and a waiver has been approved. She now has her Green Card and is on the path to Citizenship. After 18 and a half years of marriage and 17 and a half years since the birth of our son with Down syndrome. Did I mention that Paul Haar answers his phone? If you want the best, then Paull Haar is your man. Good luck with your case. Sincerely, The Sword of Damocles: No More.

Posted by David | December 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top INS Attorney.

In 1993 the Arlington, VA Immigration Judge John Milo Bryant call me “ military deserter” and ready to deport me out of United States, because I refuse to kill and continue the “killing Field” in Cambodia. Paul Haar saved me and many other immigrants some of which of friends. Paul have a great k...nowledge of immigration laws, he would take no for an answer, especially when he trusted you. Today I become a vice president of American corporation that is because Paul Haar knowledge and trust.

Posted by Luka | October 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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Reply on NOID letter

After passing interview with officer I received a NOID letter from USCIS. There were some mistakes made by another lawyer and my case almost got rejected. MR. Haar and his office helped me get out of this situation and my case was finally approved. I do recommend their service, professionalism and kn...owledge on immigration law. Thank you for the hard work!

Posted by Hanaa | October 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

excellent

I am forever grateful for Paul Haar’s help. He took care of my case with high dedication and professionalism! very happy with his service !

Posted by Domenic | September 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

USCIS- I-485

After 12 Long years of dealing with our I-485 application, we received “Intent to Revoke I-140” Which made NO SENSE. We were referred to Paul Haar by a previous Satisfied Client who waited 25yrs. Paul and his Team addressed this issue and clarified the matter, received Approval Reaffirmation! Then ...USCIS MAILED us Decision Made, asking us to return our I-765/ I-131! Paul and his Team, quickly attacked that decision filed I-290B! Got USCIS to confirm the error and they reimbursed us! At that point USCIS requested initial Evidence….more obstacles! They took care of that immediately….Result….I-485 APPROVAL! Paul and his Amazing TEAM are more Knowledgeable in USCIS LAWS THAN USCIS! Thank you! Forever Grateful Domenic and my family.

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Paul S. Haar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Phillips

Immigration lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul has consistency been an immediate and passionate resource for clients in need of immigration counsel. He always makes time for his clients and encourages a well-thought strategic approaches to resolve the myriad of legal issues that immigration law entails. I endorse his services."

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Sarah Yeomans

Immigration lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Paul is a zealous and relentless advocate for all of his clients. He is both knowledgeable in the black letter law and willing to think outside of the box to find a solution. Most importantly, he truly cares about his clients and their families."

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Jeffrey Wigodsky

Immigration lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is relentless in his desire to assist his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  1.2 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Suspension issued in NY, 2023

updated on 07/25/2024

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in MD, 2022

updated on 11/15/2023

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in DC, 1997

updated on 08/30/2016

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Honorary Fellow of American Academy of Chefs, American Culinary Federation

2014

Knighted as Chevalier de l'Ordre du Merite Agricole, Republic of France

1981

Fulbright Scholar, Fulbright Commission

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Paul S. Haar/Immigration Counsel PLLC

Associations

2017 - Present

La Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs

Chancelier des Etats-Unis (National Executive Vice Present)

District of Columbia Bar

Chairman, International Law Section

American Immigration Lawyers Association, D.C. Chapter

Liaison to U.S. Department of Labor

American Immigration Lawyers Association, D.C. Chapter

Liaison to Immigration and Customs Enforcement

American Immigration Lawyers Association, D.C. Chapter

Pro Bono Coordinator, U.S. Immigration Court, Arlington, VA

District of Columbia Bar

Instructor, Pro Bono Asylum Program

Central American Refugee Center, Washington, D.C.

Pro Bono Asylum Mentor

2014 - 2017

La Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs

Jurisconsult/General Counsel

2013 - 2017

Chinese-American Business Association, Midatlantic

General Counsel

1988 - 1989

Washington Foreign Law Society

President

Education

1981

Washington College of Law, The American University

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Universite Libre de Bruxelles Faculte de Droit

LL.M - Master of Laws

1978

Universite d'Aix-Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, France

Exchange Scholar

1977

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

B.A. Magna Cum Laude

1976

Hague Academy of International Law, The Hague, The Netherlands

Certificate

Speaking Engagements

2003

Voice of America

U.S. Immigration Law and Policy

2000

Fox News

U.S. Immigration Law

Languages

French

Spanish

German

Italian

Portuguese

Mandarin

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