Kimberley Schaefer

Kimberley Schaefer

also known as Kim Schaefer

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Boise, ID
Practice Areas: Immigration

8030 W Emerald St, Ste 185, Boise, ID

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Associate (Not in Good Standing)

No misconduct found

Location

Schaefer Law Firm

8030 W Emerald St, Ste 185, Boise, ID, 83704

Schaefer Law Firm

701 N Green Valley Pkwy Ste 200, Henderson, NV, 89074

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Kimberley Schaefer's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

5 star (26)
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Posted by Daniel | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 Stars ++

I should have reviewed Kimberly years ago when she helped my wife obtain her green card, (the path to her present US citizenship) explaining every option/risks for each, and all while making us feel at ease with her level of expertise other lawyers we had consulted prior could not match. A friend as...ked me this week if I knew of a good immigration attorney. I said, "she's not good, she's only the best", which prompted me to write this review. Other friends whom had used various other attorneys instead of Kimberly seriously regretted their choice based on the poor results they received despite having similar circumstances to ours. We would hire her again in a hear beat!

Posted by Nick | October 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

KIM IS THE MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY

you will speak to in Boise and all of Idaho (and even Nevada!). Kim has worked closely on my immigration case since 2018, and I always proudly announce that she is my attorney. Kim's work is passionate and purposeful; her efforts are relentless and extremely effective. Her knowledge of the curren...t immigration laws is impressive. Not to mention, she has the kindest personality and an adventurous heart, which helped me feel at ease when I had to share all of the traumatic events from the past to help me build my political asylum case. The immigration process isn't necessarily a breeze for many people, including me, and in moments when my anxiety drives me crazy, Kim always has a detailed answer to every single one of my million questions. She is very responsive, and I know she is always there to help because of her commitment to making this world a better place. A couple of years after we submitted all the documents, my case got approved, and my green card application is coming up next. The last time I visited Kim's office, my immigration-related anxiety was completely gone. Kim has proved to be a fantastic immigration attorney over and over, which made me completely stop worrying about my future in this country. I will be forever thankful to Kim Schaefer at Schaefer Law Firm for all the effort she put in to help me live my wonderful life here in the United States.

Posted by Mohammad | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Service

One of the best services I received. Easy outgoing very informative and gets the job done. Definitely would recommend it to anyone who needs help.

Posted by Dean | August 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

WORST IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY - RUN FOR THE HILLS!!

This is the first business review I have written, and I wish it was for positive reasons. DO NOT HIRE KIM SCHAEFER as your attorney, if you're looking for an attorney that understands the value of communicating with the client. I have used Schaefer Law on 1 other occasion, and had the pleasure of ...working with Monee Lee (retired). The vast difference in working with both attorneys became immediatley apparent. Kim is quick to take your money, but will ignore your texts/calls/voicemails/emails. Kim was responsible for applying for a travel document that would allow me to be present for my Grandmothers funeral. She was also responsible for renewing my visa. Now my visa expires in less than 30 days, and I missed my grandmothers funeral as result of Kim's communication & reliability. Kim was also responsible for applying for Green Cards for 2 family members of mine. She took the money, and we have not received a reply in communication. When I finally did get contact back from Kim (after weeks of chasing her) she simply stated, If communication is what I'm looking for, then find another attorney that meets my needs. Save yourself the money & heartache of having your immigration process delayed. GO FIND ANOTHER ATTORNEY!!!

Posted by Dominique | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding services. Highly recommended

I’m very pleased with Schaefer Law firm. Kim and her team did an outstanding job representing me for my permanent green card application. Before I met Kim, I had interviewed several other immigration lawyers but as soon as I talked to her, I knew I had found the right one. It is difficult to tell a s...tranger about the abuse you have been victim of, yet Kim calm and quiet demeanor made me feel safe and secure. I trusted her immediately and it was a huge relief for me to know that I could rely 100% on her to work on my side. Kim guided me through the whole process of self petitioning and built a very strong case based on domestic violence. We had a lot of evidence to document the abuse but the way Kim presented the case made all the difference. The USCIS granted me the permanent green card under extreme cruelty. I would recommend Kim for her professional ethic, integrity, professionalism and responsiveness.

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Kimberley Schaefer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Flusche

Immigration lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Kimberly well, and I have consulted with her on behalf of clients who have immigration concerns that are tied to their misdemeanor charges. She is my top choice for an immigration lawyer."

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Joseph Dang

Immigration lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Kimberly personally and would not hesitate to ask her for immigration advice."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Immigration lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Homa Woodrum

Immigration lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Other

"Kimberly is the epitome of diligent in her practice as an immigration attorney, I highly recommend her."

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Dayna Wheatley

Immigration lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Other

"While working on a complicated immigration issue, I came across Kimberley Schaefer's website and saw that she had resolved a similar case successfully. I called her to discuss the matter and she was very helpful, spending quite a bit of time with me and also promptly emailing me material that would assist me with my case. It is clear that Ms. Schaefer is a knowledgeable immigration attorney."

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Brenda Geiger

Immigration lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kimberly is hard working and knows her practice area inside and out. I would highly recommend her to my clients, friends and family."

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Nick Ortiz

Immigration lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kimberly is extremely knowledgeable in the area of immigration law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyle Bristow

Unknown lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Schaefer. As evidenced by the number of questions she has answered on Avvo, she has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through her many work experiences that she is a stellar attorney."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carol Brent

Immigration lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable and competent in the field of Immigration law. I also know her to be a highly ethical individual with a reputation for the highest integrity as well as legal ability."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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S. Koehler

Immigration lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Schaefer is the first person I call whenever I have a question about the potential immigration consequences of a criminal matter. She has impeccable credentials: magna cum laude from Georgetown law and former associate at Cleary Gottlieb. More importantly, she knows her stuff."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Top Contributor - Immigration for 2012, Avvo

2012

Clients' Choice Award for 2012, Avvo

2007

Magna Cum Laude, Georgetown University Law Center

2007

Order of the Coif, Order of the Coif

2007

Order of the Coif, Georgetown University Law Center

2005

CALI Award for Excellence - Contracts II, Center for Computer Aided Legal Instruction

2005

CALI Award for Excellence - Property II, CALI

2004

CALI Award for Excellence - Civil Procedure I, CALI

2004

CALI Award for Excellence - Contracts I, CALI

1997

Benjamin Meisner Fellowship, Purdue University

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Schaefer Law Firm

2018 - 2018

Immigration Clinic Adjunct Professor, Concordia University School of Law

2007 - 2010

Associate, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

2006 - 2006

Summer Associate, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

2005 - 2005

Law Clerk, Shea & Carlyon

2005 - 2005

Research Assistant for Professor Stempel, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School Of Law

1993 - 1997

Communications Officer, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2013 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Vice Chair

2012 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Federal Litigation Section

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Military Assistance Program

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Order of the Coif

Member

2006 - 2007

American Criminal Law Review

Notes Development Editor

2005 - 2006

American Criminal Law Review

Staff

Sample of Legal Cases

Immigrant Visa for Spouse of United States Citizen

Immigrant Visa Granted

Fiance Visa Granted in Jamaica

Fiance visa granted

Appeal of Denied Citizenship Application

Citizenship granted

Immigration Court Representation

Withholding of Removal Granted

Parole in Place for Navy Spouse

Parole in Place Granted

Appeal of Denied Asylum Application in Immigration Court

Motion to Remand Granted

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Education

2007

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Maryland, University College

BS - Bachelor of Science

2000

National Foreign Affairs Training Center

Basic Consular Course

1993

Texas Tech University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (DC chapter)

The year in review: I-601A waivers

2003

Maritime Security Conference

Panel Member

2001

United States Consulate Lagos

Nonimmigrant Visa Fraud - Security Issues for Consular Officers

Publications

2013

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Screen Clients With Informational Marketing

2013

Book Extreme Hardship Letter Special Report

2013

2006

American Criminal Law Review Obstruction of Justice

Languages

English

Activity

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