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Isabel Cueva
also known as M. Isabel Cueva
About Isabel
Biography
Isabel Cueva is a U.S. Immigration Lawyer who represents both individuals and corporations in all 50 states and around the world. She has extensive experience in deportation defense, family visas, waivers, and employment-based visas. Currently her main focus are family-based affirmative petitions.
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Ms. Cueva is a first generation immigrant who migrated to the U.S. when she was eight years old. She received her Bachelor's degree at the age of 19 from the University of Utah where she was awarded the Larry H. and Gail Miller Enrichment Scholarship for her entire undergraduate career. Ms. Cueva graduated Magna Cum Laude and with honors from the Psi Chi National Honors Society and PHI KAPPA PHI Honors Society.
She received her Juris Doctorate degree from the reputable S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. As a student she clerked for the Honorable William Nixon in the United States Executive Office for Immigration Review in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ms. Cueva was the youngest in her graduating class at age 22. Upon graduating Ms. Cueva practiced immigration law in Seattle and in British Columbia, where she gained a reputation handling highly complex cases. Ms. Cueva was recruited by a national law firm in Orange County, California to start an immigration division. She spent two years in California, building a client base of more than 600 clients, and then moved to her native Utah in 2015 to start her own law firm.
Ms. Cueva believes in honest representation and in empowering her clients with information and knowledge so that they can make an informed decision. She believes in transparency and high-quality work. She is dedicated to her community and is passionate in keeping families united.
Ms. Cueva is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the American Immigration Lawyer's Association and is licensed to practice law in the State of Washington. Due to the federal nature of U.S. immigration law, Ms. Cueva is able to represent clients nationwide.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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17 years | 1,500 cases
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Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Law Office of Isabel Cueva
2150 South 1300 East Suite 500, Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
Law Office of Isabel Cueva
545 East University Parkway Suite 200, Orem, UT, 84097
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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Fernando | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A light in the dark
Best attorney I have ever hired. I will recommend Isabel Cueva to anyone who is going through any immigration process. If you need a lawyer and want the most knowledgeable, capable, quality, caring, and friendly, you have found her. I had a very complicated case with a 2 year restriction that require...
Posted by Pablo | November 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Outstanding Professional.
I walked in Isabel's office completely hopeless and pretty desperate. I was in an extremely delicate situation and had already worked with two other immigration lawyers and have had consultations with at least three more and no one had been able to offer me any kind of help. After just a few minutes ...
Posted by Chris B. | February 10, 2014 | Immigration
Great immigration attorney
I do workers compensation insurance for a living and when I needed an attorney for my wife's immigration Higbee & Associates was on the top of the list that came up on AVVO and Google. Isabel is a great attorney and very knowledgeable. she handled our paperwork without any problems. although she was ...
Posted by Martin | January 16, 2014
Big Thanks!
Isabel is very professional lawyer and smart person, my husband and I can only recomande you to use her very affordable service. Don't waste your time and money (like I did) on other lawyers, Isabel's team will handle your case and you'll be more than happy for your decision.
Posted by Liz | May 16, 2013 | Immigration
Thank You! Isabel Cueva
After being hustled by a sponger "lawyer," I have always been wary of them which caused my situation go on longer than it should have. My husband sure did his homework because the moment we walked out of our consultation, I knew Isabel Cueva was different. Through the whole DACA process, she kept m...
Isabel Cueva's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Cueva is an excellent immigration attorney who is truly passionate about each individual client's case. She works tirelessly to serve as a zealous advocate for any client she represents. I highly recommend her representation to any individual seeking competent immigration counsel in the U.S."
"Ms. Cueva is an exceptional attorney who tirelessly strives to achieve the best results for all her clients. She demonstrates immense skill, professionalism, and dedication as a top-notch advocate. I strongly endorse her work."
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"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"Ms. Cueva cares about immigration clients and has a great team behind her."
"I endorse Ms. Cueva. She is a thoughtful and caring attorney with great experience. She is a valuable member of the Avvo community and offers insight and excellent answers."
"Ms Cueva is a passionate and zealous advocate for her immigration clients. Her unique background helps her understand the specific needs of her clients who are faced with serious immigration issues. I give her my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cueva is one of the finest immigration attorneys in her state. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession."
"Ms. Cueva's dedication to her clients is unparalleled, displayed through the long hours and personal attention she gives to each of her clients."
"Isabel is a great attorney. She puts her clients first and has a strong work ethic"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Cueva is honest, hardworking, and has a true desire to help her clients."
"Ms. Cueva is an excellent attorney who is dedicated to getting the best results for her clients. She is detail-oriented and has an extensive knowledge of the law. I highly endorse Ms. Cueva."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Cueva is an excellent attorney. She is aggressive, strong willed, and passionate in achieving her clients' goals. I'd recommend her to absolutely anyone."
"Ms. Cueva is an incredible attorney. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to her clients makes her one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with."
"Ms. Cueva is a superior immigration attorney whose experience provides her clients with outstanding advocacy."
"Ms. Cueva is an outstanding attorney and is a hardworking advocate for her clients. I highly recommend this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Excellent Rating, AVVO
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2015
Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2014
5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Reva Beck Bosone Scholarship, S.J Quinney College of Law
2006
High Honors, Psi Chi National Honors Society
2006
High Honors, PHI KAPPA PHI Honors Society.
2006
High Honors, Magna Cum Laude
2006
Law Review, Law Review Member
2006
Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll Law School
2004
Larry H. & Gail Miller Scholarship, University of Utah
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Isabel Cueva
2012 - 2014
Founding Immigration Attorney, Higbee & Associates - ImmigrateFast
2010 - 2012
Associate Immigration Attorney, Millar & Smith, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Volunteer, Centro de la Familia
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Executive Office For Immigration Review
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Higbee & Associates
Associations
2015 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2015 - Present
Utah AILA ChapterAILA
2014 - Present
National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration ProjectAttorney Member
2013 - Present
American Immigration CouncilContributor
2012 - Present
Southern California AILA ChapterMember
2012 - Present
EB5 InvestorsMember
2010 - Present
Washington AILA ChapterMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Latina/o Bar Association of WashingtonMember
2009 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2014
ImmigrateFastFounding Attorney
2010 - 2012
Practitioner of Foreign LawAttorney Member
2010 - 2012
Northwest Immigration Rights ProjectPro Bono Attorney
2010 - 2012
Rainier Riot S.C.Board Member
2006 - 2009
National Latina/o Law Student AssociationTreasurer
2004 - 2006
Latino Student RecruitmentPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Granted
Asylum
Asylee status granted and clients then received their green cards
H-1B Visa
Foreign talent allowed to work for US company
I-601 Waivers
Waiver granted and green card obtained
Naturalization
US Citizenship obtained
K-1 Fiance VIsa
Obtained visa to enter US and apply for residency
LPR Cancellation of Removal
Client gets to keep Lawful Permanent Status and avoid deportation
Family Petitions
Obtain green card
Motion To Repen and Rescind In Absencia Order of Removal
Immediately stop the deportation and reopen case
BIA Appeals
Fight case to receive residency
Release on Bond
Bond granted
Removal of Condition
Obtain permanent lawful residence after marriage for 2 years
Education
2009
S.J. Quinney College of Law
J.D.
2006
University of Utah
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Webinar
Matter of Quilantan Waive Through Entries
2014
Criminal Defense Lawyers Club
Immigration Consequences of Crimes
2014
Comunidades Unidas
Know Your Immigration Rights
2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association - Chat
What Everyone Should Know About U.S. Immigration Law
2013
Webinar
Complex Issues in Adjustment of Status
2013
Tim Conway JR Show KFI AM
Between Borders: Crossing the U.S. Mexico Border
2013
KFI AM Los Angeles
Immigration Law & Politics
2013
Immigration & Politics
The Fall of DOMA and Same-Sex Immigration Benefits
2012
DACA 101
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
2011
One America
Naturalization & U.S. Citizenship
Publications
2015
Cueva Law Firm
Finding an Immigration Attorney
2015
Lawyers Journal
How To Become A Permanent Resident Through Deferred Action
2013
Higbee & Associates
President Obama Anounces Immigration Plan
2012
Higbee & Associates
U.S. Government Now Accepting Deferred Action Applications
2012
Higbee & Associates
Change in Immigration Policy Good News For Young Undocumented Immigrants
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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