Paul S. Haar

Paul S. Haar

4.9
Rating: 1.7

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 Armin Aram | November 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

We highly recommend Paul Haar as an top immigration attorney in DMV area.

Mr. Paul Haar, is one the best attorney’s that I have ever work with, he is not like the usual attorney he is like a good friend. He is always available to answer questions and he always cared about our family case. We can't thank everyone in his office enough to make this experience so smooth and su...ccessful. I called him several times and he always gave me hope and good energy to continue to fight my case. My immigration situation was a special case and I talked to many attorneys, no one accepted my case and a few of them gave me a high price with no guarantee, but he gave me a reasonable fee and he never asked for more. I am 100% satisfied with the job he has done and I would recommend him. If you are looking to get a visa, green card, citizenship, or have any immigration issues for that matter....he is your hero, can't say enough good things!!!! Today is a very emotional day... one of my most happiest days.

Posted by Kumar | October 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional, Polite And Super Prompt Response

I personally experienced Mr. Paul Haar’s professional and expert representation in managing my naturalization application with speeding tickets issue. He pays great attention to detail, has an efficient and prompt staff and makes sure that the application sails through smoothly to a successful concl...usion with his excellent knowledge of law, politeness and devotion to client. I can vouch that if you are a Mr.Paul Haar's client you have a excellently prepared application that is complete with all the necessary evidence and supporting material. I recommend Mr. Paul Haar highly and there is no IOTA of doubt as to why he has developed a reputation as one of the best Immigration Attorneys in the DC/MD/VA area.

Posted by Albert Zhong | July 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Immigrant Lawyer

Paul successfully helped me reinstate my F-1 student status. Before Paul took my case, no other attorney would like to represent me in this extremely difficult case. I would like to gratefully thank Paul for his fantastic work and unparalleled knowledge of the immigrant law. I strongly recommend Paul... to everyone who has an immigrant problem.

Posted by Artsiom | April 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent job

I hired Paul S. Haar in 2016. He was very polite respectful and answered all of my questions on the interview. To be honest in my opinion my case wasn’t that easy. But Mr. Haar knows his work very well .We were working on my employment-based immigrant visa. There were a lot of difficulties and I was ...very annoying with my questions and concerns. However each question was heard and answered adequately. He and his team helped me a lot along the way. It took us only 2 years to get my green card. Amazing job! Thank you Mr Haar and his team for making my life easier. I’m going to definitely work with this company in the future since I have a lot of people wanting to live american dream:)

Posted by Graham Cooke | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

If I could add more stars I would!

Paul is without a doubt the best immigration lawyer in the DC area and possibly the country in my opinion. Paul recently helped my wife and I obtain our green cards through a long and complicated process. Both Paul and his excellent team were there for us every step along the way with expert advise a...nd encouragement. I have no doubt that I wouldn’t have a green card today without Paul’s counsel. At times during the process I felt like giving up and moving home to Ireland but Paul was always available to listen to my fears and push me on. If you’re looking for an immigration attorney do yourself a favor and book an appointment with him. I visited a number of other attorneys regarding my case but I knew straight away Paul and his team were head and shoulders above everybody else in terms of their professionalism and advise. Paul states everything he can do for you in a clear and factually manner and will tell you exactly what he can and can’t do for you. I honestly can’t say enough about these guys, they have changed me life!

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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:  1.7 (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

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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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