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 Carlos | January 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Looking for someone to represent you or your family?

If your answer is yes, then Mr. Haar is the right attorney to represent you or your loved ones at the immigration courts, I personally had a letter of process of removal in 2013 and I did seek for Mr. Haar to represent me and we won, my case of the Process of removal was cancelled and Mr. Haar ...was able to assist me with obtaining a U-Visa after submitting for a case I was a victim of a crime in DC back in 2005. I had hired several immigration attorneys but no one asked me before about being a victim of a crime, but Mr. Haar and his team asked that question upfront and gave me my options. Thanks Mr. Haar and Sarah you guys are the best attorneys I ever met. God bless Mr. Haar and his team. " Almost forgot to mention, thanks to Mr. Haar and his team I am a Permanent Resident of the United States now."

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

You want him on your side!

We hired Paul to file our I-130; our case is not as straightforward, and we knew we needed someone experienced and able to fight for us should the need arise. Paul and his team were thorough with their review of our case and made sure to above and beyond the supporting documents they submitted. P...aul himself spent several hours reviewing and updating all of the documents; he was always accessible when we needed him and could not have made us feel more comfortable. This is not my first immigration lawyer, and I would absolutely recommend him in a heartbeat.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional lawyer

First of all, Mr Paul Haar is a fantastic lawyer. He took care of my case as if it was his to begin with, at first meeting i was kinda skeptic about it especially because he’s got a imposing demeanor and attitude and i thought he might be a bit harsh but i soon realized that he’s great at what he do...es and he's confident to a point where it might seem like he’s showing off, its not showing off if you back it up and he had my case covered from every angle. I couldn’t recommend him more. Thank you for everything sir.

Posted by Chris | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing lawyer in DMV area

I was a lawful permanent resident with a criminal felony conviction. Before going to Paul Haar and Sarah, I had gone to several consultations where the lawyers have told me that I had no chance of becoming a US citizen. Paul Haar took the time to review my case in detail along with Sarah, they both f...orm a great time. He accepted my case. Sarah is very nice attentive and knowledgeable. She takes her time to do some researches about your case. Paul Haar has an amazing experience with all immigration matters. Paul and Sarah kept me informed and communicated with me constantly. They will take my phone calls, return my missed calls, and reply to my emails. They always kept me informed about my case. Almost a year later I just got my citizenship. I highly recommend Paul Haar and the team, he is one of the top immigration lawyers in the DMV area.

Posted by Mikhail | July 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Magnificent lawyer

Paul Haar and Sarah Yeomans are the best and most knowledgeable immigration lawyers I have ever met. My case was pending for almost 5 years at the moment I hired Paul, and after 6 months I finally obtained a permanent residency. Thank you very much Paul and Sarah for sorting things out in my case an...d for representing me at an interview. It was a true pleasure to work with great professionals.

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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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