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State: Utah
Acquired: 2010
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480 E 400 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
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Posted by Mohamed | April 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Outstanding Lawyer!
I've worked with Natty on my naturalization application, since day-one he has been of a great support. He is very knowledgeable, professional, understanding, and attentive. My application took almost 24 months from start to end in which he supported and guided me in each and every step although I mo...
Thank you! I am pleased that you were able to naturalize as a U.S. citizen and that you were happy with my representation.
Posted by Safwan | February 16, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Great and Knowledgeable immigration Lawyer
I spoke with him over the phone he was more then great he listened to me carefully and answered my questions and made me understand my case better then other lawyers I worked before with in the past about the very same case ! I would highly recommend him for anyone who need criminal or immigration h...
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Detail oriented and professtional
I hired Natty as a consultant for a criminal defense case which also heavily involved immigration. He advised my criminal defense lawyer in detail to achieve the best immigration outcome. He is experienced in both criminal defense and immigration. I would hire him again for my green card applicat...
Posted by Ankur | January 11, 2021 | Immigration
Polite, professional and knowledgeable
I had an immigration issue that needed attorney advice, I called his office and Mr. Shafer picked the call and give the advice in a detailed manner. Thank you for your service!
Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent immigration lawyer! Worked on an LGBTQ Marriage green card petition.
I retained the services of Natty Schaffer for a couple of years as I was applying for a marriage-based green card, after my marriage to a US citizen spouse, as a gay man. I had concerns around finding the right attorney to be represented by, and finding one that I felt comfortable handling my case. I...
Thank you for your review, and I am delighted you are pleased with the results.
"Natty helped a client of mine get out of a tight spot. He did an outstanding job and earned my trust with his hard work. I have sent a few clients that needed a criminal defense attorney to him since and will continue to do so."
"I've known Mr. Shafer since he was still in law school, and when he worked for a prosecutor's office in New York City. He is highly intelligent, knows the law, and is very ethical and careful in his work. You cannot go wrong with him as your attorney."
"I follow Mr. Shafer's responses on Avvo, They are insightful and straightforward. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer Nate is.an excellent attorney who exhibits all the attributes of a fine advocate and is truly dedicated to his clients and the profession."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nathaniel is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Shafer is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Mr. Shafer is generous with his time and expertise. His contributions to this site demonstrate a nuanced understanding of complex legal issues, and an awareness of the practical implications of judicial proceedings on peoples' lives."
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2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, Natty Shafer Law
2009 - 2009
Intern, Queens County District Attorney's Office
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Utah chapter)Member
2012 - Present
Utah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Utah State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2008
2008
English
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Nathaniel earned significant contribution points in 2020.
Can I rescind a guilty plea that I entered into the court yesterday?
04 Mar 2026
I have a second degree robbery charge...tomorrow is my first appearance.
03 Mar 2026
Theft of a rental vehicle , warrant issued on 8/29/25
30 Sep 2025