Kathryn Patricia Russell

Kathryn Patricia Russell

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: Immigration

1468 West 9th Street, Suite 705, Cleveland, OH

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12 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 11 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2014

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Location

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1468 West 9th Street, Suite 705, Cleveland, OH, 44113-1299

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Kathryn Patricia Russell's Reviews

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32 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Servicios excelentes y muy profesionales

Contraté los Servicios de Kathryn Patricia Russell para poder arreglar una inegilibilidad en la Embajada de Estado Unidos, y obtuve los mejores resultados, ya que son un equipo de profesionales altamente capacitados para guiar de la mejor manera a sus clientes y conocen verdaderamente las leyes migr...atorias de EEUU. Mi recomendación adicional es que no se dejen asesorar de personas sin experiencia, acudan a un estudio Jurídico reconocido como el que yo encontré, para que uno pueda saber que están haciendo las cosas según la ley, sin engaños, mentiras o falsas promesas. Agradesco a la Ab Russell y su equipo de trabaja, al Estudio Juridico del Dr Brown por toda la ayuda prestada Saludos cordiales VP

Posted by Dr. Atef | January 26, 2015 | Immigration

Superb and Professional Immigration Attorney

Just saying “thank you” does not seem enough. I met Katie Russell when I started to pursue citizenship for my late brother’s children. We needed to obtain Consular Reports of Birth Abroad and I knew that the case was complicated and difficult from the start. So, I did my homework and I interviewed... the best-known immigration attorneys in town. Katie Russell was on the top of my list. I was right!! Attorney Russell quickly earned my trust, confidence, and respect. She is knowledgeable, competent, and a dedicated attorney, but also kind, considerate, and a thoughtful person. She has been great from the start and she went above and beyond all of my expectations. What most impressed me about Katie was her perseverance. She never “gave up”, even at times when I felt that my case was rather complicated and hopeless. She was always confident and continued fighting on behalf of the children. She worked very hard to make it happen. She was the driving force behind a successful outcome. Her personality, experience and knowledge in immigration matters positively impacted the entire process. Katie is a master communicator. She made my life easier, as she is very approachable and informative. She kept me updated in every step all the way. She is a courteous and a humble person, and has a wonderful way of making the world around her a better place for everyone. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with her. I would strongly recommend Attorney Kathryn “Katie” Russell to anyone needing assistance in immigration matters. She is the best.

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Kathryn Patricia Russell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Fortney

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I don't know many attorneys in Cleveland, let alone the world, who care more about what they do than Katie. She loves her work. She loves to make a difference. She also produces amazing results for her clients and her community, and I am happy to know her."

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Kathleen Fish

Immigration lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kathryn is an outstanding immigration attorney. She is skilled in all U.S. immigration matters, and I highly recommend her. She is well-respected by her colleagues and other members of the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Namita Agarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very thoughtful and knowledgable in her area of expertise."

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Erin Brown

Immigration lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kathryn Russell is an outstanding lawyer. She is very knowledgeable in the immigration field, particularly in areas of family, business and removal defense. She is well respected by clients and colleagues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Brown

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kathryn "Katie" Russell has devoted her professional career to becoming one of the top immigration practitioners. After working directly with those fleeing oppression, finishing in the top of her law school class coupled with fluency in the Spanish language Katie is a gifted communicator both with clients and in her writings. Katie has applied her indepth knowledge of immigration law and her abilities to become a leading practitioner and advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Katie for any and all immigration matters."

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Aleksandar Cuic

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Katie Russell is highly skilled in the area of Immigration Law particularly in Family based and representation before Immigration Courts throughout the United States. I have personally witnessed the compassion Ms. Russell has towards her clients which is evidenced by the positive outcomes in their cases."

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Rishi Oza

Immigration lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kathryn is an excellent attorney. She is intuitive and pays excellent attention to detail. I strongly recommend her for any of your immigration matters."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Clients' Choice Award 2019, AVVO

2019

2020 Ohio Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Clients' Choice Award 2018, Avvo

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Clients' Choice Award 2017, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice Award 2015, Avvo

2013

CALI Award for Excellence in Juvenile Law, CALI

2013

CALI Award for Excellence in Computers and Law: Criminal, CALI

2013

CALI Award for Excellence in Employment Law, CALI

2013

ABA-BNA Award for Excellence in Labor & Employment Law, ABA-BNA

2012

CALI Award for Excellence in Contracts, CALI

2012

Frank L. Bartak Memorial Fund Award, Cleveland Marshall College of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Robert Brown, LLC

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Ohio

2013 - 2013

Judicial Extern for Honorable Judge Donald C. Nugent, United States Federal Court, Northern District of Ohio

2009 - 2014

Immigration Law Clerk, Robert Brown, LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

The Cleveland Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2016

InterReligious Task Force on Central America

Board of Trustees

Education

2014

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

John Carroll University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Ignatian Solidarity Network

U.S. Immigration Law and Policy

2017

Lunch & Learn Series

Practicing U.S. Immigration Law

2017

Consulate General of Ecuador - Mobile Consulate in Columbus, Ohio

Know Your Rights Presentation

2015

Social Justice Teach-In

Social Justice Workshop

Publications

2018

El Vocero Latino Immigration Options for Victims of Domestic Violence

2018

El Vocero Latino U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Policy Changes Will Expose Applicants to New Risks

2018

Attorney at Law Magazine Immigration Options for Victims of Domestic Violence

2018

Attorney At Law Magazine U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Policy Changes Will Expose Applicants to New Risks

2017

La Mega President Trump’s Immigration Reform

2017

La Mega Our Shifting Immigration Enforcement Policies

2017

Vocero Latino Cleveland Trump Immigration Policies Focus on Enforcement

2017

Attorney at Law Magazine The Trump Administration’s Immigration Enforcement Policies

2017

Attorney at Law Magazine The End of DACA as an Opportunity for Comprehensive Immigration Reform

2017

Attorney at Law Magazine Performance Metrics for Immigration Judges – A Matter of Judicial Efficiency or an Erosion of Independent Judiciary?

Languages

Spanish

English

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