Paul S. Haar

Paul S. Haar

4.9
Rating: 1.3

Licensed for 43 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 43 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1997

Licensed in Florida for 28 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 HeathCliff | December 08, 2014 | Immigration

My assessment of Paul is that he is one of the top immigration lawyers in the U.S., who can resolve the most impossible cases

I see the negative reviews, and the misconduct flag - but that's not the Paul Haar that I know. He tackled what appeared to be an "impossible" immigration case, where I had a negative assessment in my file for unknowingly crossing the border between Canada and U.S. while waiting for my U.S. green ca...rd. It appeared to be an impossible situation. But I knew from even the preliminary conversation with Paul that he understood the ins and outs of the issue, within the context of the mechanism of the immigration department, and how to proceed effectively. And he managed to rectify an impossible situation, and get my green card. Subsequently, I got my U.S. citizenship some years later, and he was on the journey from the start to finish. I read that he could be rude. I never experienced that. He is a very very bright man, and perhaps he doesn't "suffer fools gladly." I have no idea. But he was courteous, and as they say in Yiddish, he was a "mensch." I highly recommend him, and have recommended him to friends and colleagues. He is in the upper tier of immigration lawyers in the U.S.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2014 | Immigration

Best immigration lawyer in DC Metro

Paul is great Lawyer. in my opinion he is best and number one immigration lawyer in DC Metro area. he has done things which were looking impossible to others. very nice to us and and very competent.

Posted by Aliaksandra | December 08, 2014 | Immigration

Attorney that makes things happen!

Mr. Paul S Haar helped me with achieving my immigration goal - obtain permanent green card and work on my citizenship. Prior to Mr. Haar I worked with two other attorneys. However, it appeared to be long and nonconstructive. Now I realized that hiring Paul as an attorney from the start could make the... process a lot faster and less stressful. Thank you, Mr. Haar!

Posted by Brendan | December 08, 2014 | Immigration

Someone in whom you can have complete confidence, someone who gives you peace of mind

Paul Haar has been my lawyer for 15 years, having guided me through the hurdles towards attaining legal residency, he has expedited my every need.

Posted by Sammie | December 08, 2014 | Immigration

Paul Haar is the BEST Lawyer in Washington DC

Paul Haar is the best immigration lawyer in the Washington DC . He always deals with the challenging case. My previous lawyer was scrolled up my immigration case and I had no hope form my case. When my boss recommended Paul as my new lawyer, he found a several solution to my case. He works so hard... each day and always answers the phone 24/7. He is very knowledgeable and kindness and he encouraged me to fight back with my “mess” case. Also, I thank Paul that he has the wonderful team working together and saves for my case. So far, Paul is still working on my immigration case and I don’t know the final. But I trust Paul and his team and I know they do their best . Therefore, I have to say Mr. Paul Haar is the diligence, competence and kindness lawyer in town. I will recommend Paul Haar to anyone.

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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:  1.3 (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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