James Leo Betzold

James Leo Betzold

also known as James Betzold

4.6
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 16 years

Immigration Lawyer at Holland, MI
Practice Areas: Immigration

603 E 16th St, Holland, MI

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Family Petitions, Asylum, Waivers, Consular Processing, Citizenship, Fiancee Visas and Removal (Deportation Defense)

17 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 16 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2009

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Betzold Law PLC

603 E 16th St, Holland, MI, 49423-3794

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James Leo Betzold's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by LaChynah | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best attorney in town

Highly recommended attorney. We went through 3 different attorneys and all were unsuccesful. We took another chance with our extremely difficult immigration case to Mr James Betzold. He tackled it, head on and was successful. He is very knowledgeable, thourall, and up to date on all immigration laws.... He was easily accessible to us whenever we had a question. Staff was friendly and helpful. He was reasonably priced. Appointments were readily available. Any questions or concerns were answered within a timely matter. Staff including the attorney were very friendly and personable. Attorney went to immigration hearings with us. All applications were prepared and submitted promptly and with no errors. I can't say enough good things about Mr James Betzold and staff. We will continue to recommend him to all our family and friends. Thank you

Posted by Carmen | February 15, 2016 | Immigration

Muy bien Abogado

Mr. Betzold gave me accurate information as to my husbands case. He was forth coming and did not jump at the chance to take money from me right away. I need to wait 3 more years before I can re-apply for re-entry for my husband. I will be hiring Mr. Betzold when the time comes. I am very happy that ...he speaks Spanish and English. He is very professional and reviews cases before he gives you his opinion.

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Honors

2008

Property Law Book Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

2007

Constitutional Law I Book Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Betzold Law, PLC

2010 - 2011

Partner, Avanti Law Group, PLLC

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Betzold Law

Associations

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Michigan chapter)

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

I-601A Provisional Waiver

We won the waiver and the client obtained their US Residency.

Naturalization

Win

Cancellation of Removal

Win

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Education

2009

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Michigan, Flint

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2016

Roosevelt Park Ministries

Immigration

Publications

2017

PrimaLegal.Tech PrimaLegal.Tech

2017

www.primafacienow.com Podcast

2016

El Informador El Informador

Languages

Spanish

English

Portuguese

Activity

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