Dyan Williams

Dyan Williams

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Immigration

80 S. 8th Street, Suite 900, Minneapolis, MN

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Licensed in Minnesota for 20 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2005

Authorized to Practice

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Dyan Williams Law PLLC

80 S. 8th Street, Suite 900, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

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68 Client Reviews

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Showing 21 - 25 of 49 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Sue | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Appeal to Board of Immigration Appeals Regarding USCIS Denial of I-130 Petition

For over 7 years, my husband tried to obtain his green card. At first, he waded through the process on his own and then with the advice of a California immigration attorney, but the denials kept coming in. In November 2018, I found Dyan Williams online. All our meetings were by email and phone. We hi...red her to file an appeal and four months later my husband received his green card. Dyan Williams is no frills, but if you provide her the information she requests, she will list your options and tell you exactly what needs to be done to succeed.

Posted by Everett | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I-601 approval

I contacted Ms. Dyan Williams back in April of 2016 to help with a case of willful misrepresentation of a friend who had applied for permanent residence back in 1996. He was denied the visa at the U.S. Consulate in Juarez because he was working illegally while in high school back in 1996. Immigratio...n found out about it and put a permanent denial on his record. Ms. Williams helped me fill out the long application of the waiver I-601. It is a process that is really involved with proofs and explanations of why the applicant should be given the permanent residence. Like Ms. Williams informed me - it is better to take all the time needed to make sure we had the best case possible to overcome the denial for my friend's immigrant visa. Upon much preparation showing hardship of my friend's family in the United States, we waited over a year for a positive response from immigration. Again I really appreciate Dyan Williams thorough preparation of the waiver application without rushing which resulted in approval by USCIS. Thanks again Ms. Williams - Everett

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Concurrent filing I-485/ I-130 Petition based on marriage to US Citizen and Interview

We are very happy with our decision to work with Dyan Willams, who we incidentally found on Avvo. From the first meeting she was very efficient and had a through understanding of the immigration system. Sometimes the laws are confusing but she was a reassuring voice during stressful times and ha...d concise informative answers to all our questions, whenever we contacted her. We highly recommend Dyan for any immigration related case.

Posted by Raj | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Motion to U.S. Embassy to reconsider and vacate inadmissibility found under INA 212(a)(6)(C)(i) misrepresentation bar

Motion to U.S. Embassy to reconsider and vacate inadmissibility found under INA 212(a)(6)(C)(i) (Willful misrepresentation of material fact to gain immigration benefit) Friends, I assertively decided to write with my pleasure to write a review of not just an Attorney but truly a life saver, virtua...l Goddess, the best & consummate lady:: “Ms.Dyan William” I undoubtedly endorse Dyan if you’re truly a victim of most ugly denial of I-212 from an embassy & seeking for a very genuine, ethical & most competent attorney I’ve ever dealt/heard in immigration arena. Here I narrate my story precisely & how Dyan meticulously took care of my screwed embassy hard denial & brought me a justice & conquered finally!!! Sadly, I became a victim of false allegation domestic violence charge of my Ex-wife due to her malice intent to seek an immigration benefit on my base & to trapped me for insanely high money in divorce money. However, I found acquitted & case was absolutely dismissed by a court & as a result was never convicted of any crime. However, due to a formal arrest based on false allegation, I still required to choose “Yes” in DS-160 form & also during an visa interview “Have you ever been arrested or convicted” for any crime which I omitted by mistake & selected as “No”. Embassy pretend it as my misrepresentation & screwed my visa with most ugly bar I-212(a)(6)(c)(i) (Lifetime permanent bar to enter US). After a lot strive & dissatisfied consultation of various attorney, I found miraculously the champ “Dyan”. We scheduled a nice 45 mins Skype call as I was overseas. She listened all my hurdle & sensed & finally advised me to go for both Option-A to file a motion to US Embassy to reconsider & vacate I-212 bar which embassy made in error & as a backup Option-B as an alternative to file a 212(d)(3) waiver which I never wished to fall in. After a long satisfactory conversation, I undoubtedly decided to hire Dyan as felt she can be only my life saver to lift this ugly bar. All the time since after, Dyan answered almost all my concerns via email promptly within that single phone call, that rest of the immigration attorneys I consulted failed to address. She first crafted a lucid approach to efficiently overturn the 212 determination which was next to impossible. She meticulously guided me to consolidate all crucial supporting documents and all the crucial facts from me especially a malice trap of my Ex-wife. Most importantly, she adroitly prepared a legal discussion with my personal sworn affidavit. This makes my argument legally robust and personally competent. Finally, we prepared a file with all crucial documents (Legal briefs, my self-affidavit & rest 48 documents that included my employer & all colleagues support letters) her empathy and rapport allow her to understand our quandaries in a very friendly manner. This parity is the crux to a good attorney-client relationship and to conquer any screwed immigration case. Finally after a reviewed of my file sent to embassy, just within 5 weeks, embassy realized & lifts ugly 212 bar from me & approved my H-1B visa. All I say if you’re in seek to save your immigration screwed case especially if a victim of a 212 bar, Dyan is the CHAMP & I vouch behalf on her to be your truly a life saver. I wish all attorneys in US may sense the deep pain of a client with reasonable fee & time instead just focusing to plunder a client. “God bless you Dyan from bottom of my soul to save my life & to bring me back to my family with justice!!!!!!!” P.S:: I wish if AVVO could have 50 star instead 5, I'd feel bless with pleasure to honor this miraculously, outstanding & life saver attorney with her incomparable immigration cognizance & experience.. ~Raj

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Marriage Green-Card Application Client Review

I first discovered Dyan Williams whilst in the middle of searching for lawyers that specialized in US Immigration Law. I knew my marriage green-card application was crucial for me and my husband. When I first spoke with Dyan, she was calm, collective, knowledgeable, kind and sincere. She would reside... any confusions I had upon the rules and regulations of US Immigration Law related to my marriage green-card application. Both me and my husband had great chemistry with her and we both wanted to work with her to achieve my case. She is very organized upon what information and documents is required for the case, she would contact you within the next business day, even though she had other various clients. She ensured that she remained confidential with client information. She remained humble and professional throughout the entire process. I loved working with her and without her I wouldn't have achieved my green-card application based upon a bona-fide marriage. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is confused, scared or anxious regarding this process. Dyan really has a clear, structured framework that she works upon. Her services was also within my budget and Dyan was understanding with my finances. Her services meant a great deal to me and my husband, and I will never forget the excellent work she provided. Please do hire her, she is a great US Immigration Lawyer!

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Dyan Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dyan is an impressive and exceptional immigration attorney. She goes above and beyond to serve her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Oleg Gherasimov

Immigration lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Williams is a fine, knowledgeable and effective attorney. She is an asset to the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael McVicker

Immigration lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Ms. Williams as immigration attoreny. The quality of her outstanding, thorough, highly detailed, and very informative responses to a wide variety of questions in this forum demonstrates a thorough and impressive proficiency in the complex and challenging area of immigration law. It is clear to me, as a fellow immigration lawyer with over 19 years of experience, that Ms. Williams approaches the practice of immigration law with the type of dedication that truly benefits her clients."

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Graham Ojala-Barbour

Immigration lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dyan is a great attorney. She is an expert at helping people prove the validity of a real marriage when the government is alleging marriage fraud, and at helping people to become citizens in complex naturalization cases. She is a very good writer and has worked on many successful appeals. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or client to Dyan. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Graham Ojala-Barbour

Immigration lawyer

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John Dewalt

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Clients' Choice Award 2025, Avvo

2016

Clients' Choice Award 2016, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice Award 2015, Avvo

2014

Clients' Choice Award 2014, Avvo

Associations

2006 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2020 - 2022

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member - National Lawyer Wellbeing Committee

2019 - 2021

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member - National Legal Ethics Committee

2016 - 2019

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Minnesota/Dakotas chapter)

Co-Chair - Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility Committee

2009 - 2012

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Member - Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Ginters v. Frazier, 614 F.3d 822 (8th Cir. 2010)

reverse and remand to the district court for further review

Ndonyi v. Mukasey, 541 F.3d 702 (7th Cir. 2008)

petition granted

Khrystotodorov v. Mukasey, 551 F.3d 775 (8th Cir. 2008)

petition denied

Abdelwahab v. Frazier, 578 F.3d 817 (8th Cir. 2009)

affirmed district court's decision

Sugule v. Frazier, 639 F.3d 406 (8th Cir. 2011)

sustained appeal; reversed the judgment of the district court

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Education

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William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management

MA - Master of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

2023 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law

The Art of Time Management

2021

2021 AILA Annual Conference on Immigration Law

Responding to and Avoiding Ethics and Bar Complaints

2020

Minnesota CLE: A Lawyer's Guide to Alzheimer's and Dementia Ethical Issues for Attorneys: How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Competency, Conflicts, and More

2020

2020 Upper Midwest Immigration Law Conference

Ethics in Light of Sineneng-Smith Case

2019

Minnesota CLE, Tired at Work? The Legal and Practical Ramifications of Sleep Deficiency It’s Your Professional Responsibility to Sleep Well

2019

Minnesota CLE Live Webcast Finding Your Rhythm: When to Do What

2019

2018

Paralegals Guide

Focus & Flow: Dealing With Overwhelm, Distractions & Interruptions in Your Busy Law Office, Minnesota CLE, A Solo/Small Firm Paralegal’s Guide to Success, September 21, 2018

2017

2017

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter CLE

Zeal Meets Zen: How Mindfulness Promotes Competence & Diligence in Law Practice

2017

2017 Upper Midwest Immigration Law Conference

The Trump Factor: Tackling Ethical Pitfalls and Stress in Unchartered Immigration Territory

2015

CLE, Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

5 Business Mistakes that Solos and Small Law Firms Make (and the Ethical Solutions They're Afraid to Try)

2015

AILA MN/Dakotas Chapter Ethics CLE/Panel Discussion

Managing Client Expectations (before and after representation begins)

2014

Mediation Center CLE

The Mindful Mediator: How to Stay Neutral in Conflict Resolution

2012

William Mitchell College of Law - Alumni CLE Series

Immigration in the Workplace

2012

William Mitchell College of Law - Alumni CLE Series

Failures, Screw-ups and Unknowns (and why they can be good for you)

2012

Hennepin County Bar Association CLE

This Time It's About Us: Risk Management for Lawyers

2012

Hennepin County Bar Association CLE

Opening Up to Difficulties & Disappointment: How to Get Unstruck and Recover from Setback

2012

CLE, University of St. Thomas - School of Law

Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout

2012

CLE, Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Embracing Change: Overcoming Resistance & Getting Unstuck

2011

Minnesota Legal Services Coalition, Statewide Virtual Conference

The Engaged Lawyer: Paying Attention & Thriving in the Midst of Chaos and Uncertainty

2011

Minnesota CLE webcast

The Practice of Being: Mastering Stress and Finding Meaning as a Lawyer

2011

Minnesota CLE

The Principles of Recovery and the Practice of Law

2010

New Lawyer Experience - Minnesota State Bar Association

Maintaining the Work-Life Balance: How Busy Lawyers Stay Sane

2010

National Bar Related Insurance Companies (NABRICO) Annual Conference

Stress Mastery - Mindfulness for Lawyers

2010

Board Certified Civil Trial Law Specialists, 6th Annual Member Rewards Seminar

Stress Mastery - Mindfulness for Lawyers

Publications

2021

2021

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog 2019 Public Charge Rule Gets Tossed; 1999 Rule is Back

2021

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog B-1 Visitor Visa: Traveling to the U.S. for Business

2021

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog I-601 Waiver + Immigrant Visa = A True Success Story

2020

2020

2019

2019

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Saying thanks and celebrating 5th year anniversary

2018

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Trump’s Four Pillars for Immigration Reform

2018

2018

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog Attorney Burnout: The High Cost of Overwork

2017

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Potential Solutions for Visa Refusal or Visa Denial

2017

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Common Reasons for Visa Refusal or Visa Denial

2017

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog B-1 Visitor Visa: Traveling to the U.S. for Business

2017

2017

2017

2017

2017

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog Deadlines & Daily Habits: How Time Blocking Works

2017

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog Deadlines & Daily Habits: Why Time Blocking Works

2016

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog I-601 waiver or I-601A waiver for unlawful presence?

2016

2016

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog 5 Must-Knows When Responding to an Ethics Complaint

2016

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Immigrant Visa Process: Delays and Setbacks

2016

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog 5 Must-Dos When Responding to an Ethics Complaint

2016

2016

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog The Trump Factor on Immigration: To Fear or Not to Fear?

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Applying for DACA? Here are the pros and cons

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog H-1B Filing Season Begins April 1

2015

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog 5 Things to Do to Get Your Marriage-Based Green Card

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog From K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa to Green Card

2015

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog K-3 Nonimmigrant Visa for Spouse: Pros and Cons

2015

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog The Joys and Benefits of Becoming a U.S. Citizen

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog Responding to Requests for Client Files: Do's and Don'ts

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog When do you need an I-212 Waiver (and how do you get it)?

2015

2015

2015

Dyan Williams Law - Legal Ethics Blog 5 Must-Do's When Responding to an Ethics Complaint

2015

2014

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Fraud, Lies & USCIS: Pitfalls in Naturalization

2014

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog Priority Date: Current, Retrogressed, or Doesn't Matter?

2014

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog 5 ways Obama's executive actions benefit immigrants

2014

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog 5 myths about Obama's executive actions on immigration

2014

2014

Dyan Williams Law - Immigration Blog What to expect at your marriage-based green card interview

Languages

English

Activity

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