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William D. Fong
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Biography
With board certification in immigration and nationality law, Attorney William D. Fong can be trusted to handle even the most complex immigration cases. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Attorney Fong moved to Texas to earn his J.D. from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University. He remains an active member of the immigration legal community, speaking internationally at conferences and seminars. Attorney Fong also serves as an employment-based immigration and ethics mentor for the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 31 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Fong Ilagan
6588 Corporate Drive, 3rd Floor, Houston, TX, 77036-3476
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William D. Fong's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
not helpful for J-1 waiver based on hardship caused by leaving family members
The consultation experience is not informative. Besides that, not happy with the following things: 1. I want an appointment with Mr. Fong, but only being able to talk to his team members. Hence, $150 / half an hour is expensive. 2. The first appointment lasts for 3 minutes as I am asked to take a sur...
Posted by Chris L | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Green Card Holder to Naturalization
I would Highly Recommend Fong and Associates to anyone who is trying to apply for a visa status in the Untied States. Mr. Fong and Associates are highly Skilled and Professional. They helped us from A - Z. We are so fortunate that we crossed paths. I give them a 10 Star rating...
Posted by Kaylee | August 31, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
The best immigration lawyer in Houston, highly recommended!
Mr.Fong is the best lawyer in Houston. I would recommend him to friends and families who needs immigration help. Mr.Fong has extraordinary communication skills, immense amount of knowledge, respect for his clients, and a great sense of humor which always makes you feel relaxed, welcomed, and understo...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Responsive!
I was impressed when I received an email from Mr. Fong himself complete with attachments and information specific to my needs just THREE HOURS AFTER I made my initial contact with his office! The next day I was on a call with his firm and met him in person a few days after that. This was the 4th (b...
Posted by Joseph F. | April 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Would recommend
I hired this firm . Every member of this this firm I have been impressed with. I recommend this firm to help you through both your family's trying times and easy questions !
William D. Fong's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bill Fond for over 10 years. He is professional with clients and colleagues. I know that is very diligent in his work, and is always available to give advice to fellow attorneys when they need it. As an attorney, he is brilliant and his clients are very fortunate to have his representation."
"I've known Bill Fong for over 20 years. He's a persistent and conscientious lawyer."
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"William Fong generously volunteers free time answering questions on AVVO to assist those needing help with immigration problems. Mr. Fong is well respected by both judges and attorneys. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Mr. Fong is a well-respected Immigration attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a lawyer who truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and getting them the most favorable result possible. Mr. Fong is a terrific lawyer. I endorse Mr. Fong to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer."
"Mr. Fong is an excellent immigration attorney with vast experience in employment-based and family-based immigration. He is a great resource, and I enjoy being able to discuss complex issues with him. Mr. Fong is an asset to the immigration bar not only because of his knowledge and experience but also because of his relationships and ability to network in an effort to improve the practice of immigration law, which helps the community at large. I strongly endorse Mr. Fong; he is one of the best."
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"I endorse this lawyer.He has always been a personal mentor and supporter. When I sat for the Board Exam he gave me pointers. When I need to ask a question he's always available. When he needs an extra speaker for a CLE, he'll give me an opportunity. He's a seasoned and experienced fellow immigration practitioner, colleague, friend and mentor."
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"I strongly endorse Attorney William D. Fong based on his vast experience and the quality of answers he provides to the community through Avvo. Attorney Fong is a passionate immigration advocate who really cares about his clients."
"Attorney Fong is well-known and very experienced in immigration law. He is polite and very respected. I fully endorse him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fong is one of if not the best Immigration attorney in Texas. He is has an exceptional reputuation and is a credit to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fong is highly respected among his colleagues. he provides detailed and honest postings on AVVO assisting those with immigration questions. A true professional advocating on behalf of the immigrant and his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fong provides detailed and honest postings on AVVO assisting those with immigration questions. His comments are extermely useful to not only AVVO posters but also to attorneys in the legal community. A true professional as shown by the comments from prior clients and the recognition from his fellow attorneys in Texas."
"Mr. Fong is a fantastic immigration specialist. I have referred many, many cases to him with great results. All of my client have been very pleased. You will not be disappointed with him or his staff."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Best Law Firms in the Houston-Metroplex Area - Immigration, Best Law Firms in America
2018
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Law Firms in the Houston-Metroplex Area - Immigration, Best Law Firms in America
2017
Best LawFirm in the Houston Metroplex area-Immgration, Best LawFirms in America
2017
Best Lawyers in America-Immigraton, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyers in America-Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyers in America-Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyers in America-Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2010
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2010
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2009
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2008
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2008
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2007
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2007
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2006
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2006
Houston's Best Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2004
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2004
Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Managing Partner, Fong Ilagan, LLP
1994 - 2000
Senior Associate, Quan, Burdette, & Perez (now Foster Global)
Associations
2017 - Present
Goldman Sachs 10,000 small business program
State Bar of Texas
Member
Asian American Bar Association
Vice President
Sample of Legal Cases
National interest waiver (EB-2)
Permanent residence
Alien of Extraordinary Ability EB-1(1)
U.S. permanent residence
Outstanding Researcher
Permanent residence
Education
1994
Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Maryland, College Park
Speaking Engagements
2014
UPR summer class
Advanced business immigration
2014
University of Texas Fall Conference
"Preparation H"
2014
Houston Bar Association, CLE Committee
Immigration Basics
2013
University of Texas, Immigration Conference
Immigration Law Firm Management
2013
Summer Session
Employment-based Nonimmigrant Visas
2009
AILA National Conference
Ethics Workshop in Family Immigration
Publications
2011
F&A Corporate Seminar
Nonimmigrant Visa Options for the Oil & Gas Industry
Languages
Mandarin
Spanish
French
Italian
Korean
Bulgarian
Tagalog
Taiwanese
Vietnamese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will it affect my ability to get my certificate of citizenship, and will it affect his process in filing his papers?
31 Mar 2018
Q&A
Leaving Employer after 1 Year of Green Card?
03 Jan 2018
Q&A
Can i travel to (Laredo, Tx) area and go through a BP checkpoint with advance parol/EAD card. I have a pending I-485
22 Jan 2016
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Exemptions from Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Citizenship Requirements
12 Dec 2011
Legal Guide
Visa de No Inmigrante L-1A Lista de Documentos
05 Dec 2011
Legal Guide
Visa de No Inmigrante L-1A Transferencia de CompañÃas (Gerente o Ejecutivo Multinacional)
05 Dec 2011