Kim Buhler-Thomas

Kim Buhler-Thomas

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 30 years

Immigration Lawyer at Provo, UT
Practice Areas: Immigration

2230 N. University Parkway, Ste. 2A, Provo, UT

About Kim

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

31 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 30 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 1995

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Buhler Thomas Law P.C.

2230 N. University Parkway, Ste. 2A, Provo, UT, 84604

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Kim Buhler-Thomas's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

128 Client Reviews

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Showing 51 - 55 of 64 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Analize | June 02, 2015 | Immigration

Excellent Attorney, Excellent Staff!!

We have known Kim since 2010. For more than 5 years she has guided our immigration journey until both my husband and I have finally been greened! She processed both of my H1B work visas and the lengthy green card process, from recruiting and job advertising, to DOL petitions and complicated I140 peti...tion (due to the fact that my company relocated to a different state in the middle of the process). She is fast, knows every bit of immigration law, but mostly Kim and her team deeply care about their clients. I have cried in her office through good times and bad times (when I thought my green card process would fall through since my company was relocating). Kim and her staff processes both of our Adjustment of Status under a week to allow my husband to get legal status asap and a work permit. My husband, who has brought here as a child was able to get greened through her knowledge and expertise right along with me. If you are in any immigration situations, but specially a work visa situation and work-related green card, you can trust Kim Buhler to take care of you.

Posted by Paul | May 11, 2015 | Immigration

Excellent Immigration Lawyer

We were very pleased with the assistance we gained from Kim Buhler and her team with an immigration issue. She responded to our initial inquiries very quickly. Then Kim and her staff gathered the facts of the case, guided us on gathering the necessary documentation for our application and worked on t...he necessary forms to clearly illustrate our situation and resolve it. Time was of the essence for us and Kim worked tirelessly to expedite the process for us. She was able to achieve a remarkable turn around time. Kim blended her efficiency and professionalism with a genuine care and concern for us as individuals who needed assistance navigating the complex terrain of immigration.

Posted by Katie | March 02, 2015 | Immigration

Knowledgeable, Passionate and Professional

My company has used Kim and her staff repeatedly to help us with numerous Immigration cases. On the most recent case, Kim and her paralegal Aubrey, cleared their schedules (during their busy H1 season) to help us get one of our managers back in the country. Because of their attention to detail and kn...owledge of the law, we were successful. We have been more than pleased at the level of service we have received. Kim cares about their clients and their families and it shows through her passion.

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015 | Immigration

An Excellent Attorney / Una abogada excelente

Kim Buhler is an incredibly talented, capable, and ethical lawyer, and I recommend her to anyone looking to retain an immigration attorney. The following brief comments are characteristic of my experiences with her. I had a question at one point regarding a possible shortcut in the naturalization p...rocess for my husband. Kim didn't know the answer 100%, yet wasn't afraid to call other attorney-colleagues to double check so she could give me the absolute truth, regardless of how it impacted my situation. This helped me see how deeply she cares about her clients and about being a thorough and capable advocate for them. Kim is, of course, very punctual and timely in responding to calls, texts, and emails. She is respectful to all parties involved and issues carbon-copied emails to prevent any gap of misunderstanding. She informed us of things to work on for the permanent resident interview months in advance and prepared us with mock interviews. Truly, choosing an immigration attorney can be a daunting experience. A lot of little errors on the attorney's end can wind you up into bigger trouble later on. Working with Kim, however, on immigration documents that required so much attention to detail, and on a matter that affected me and my family in such a huge way, I was able to rest peacefully at night. Kim Buhler es una abogada increíblemente talentosa, capaz y ética, y le recomiendo a cualquiera que quiera tener a un abogado de inmigración. Los siguientes comentarios breves son característicos de mis experiencias con ella. Tenía una pregunta tocante a un posible proceso más corto para la naturalización de mi esposo y Kim no sabía la respuesta al 100%. Sin embargo, ella no tenía miedo de llamar a otros abogados ó colegas para corroborar la respuesta. De esa manera, ella me podría dar la respuesta correcta y más acertada a mi situación. Esto me ayudó a ver lo interesada que ella está por sus clientes y en su situación legal. Kim es, por supuesto, muy puntual y responsable para responder a las llamadas, textos y mensajes de correo electrónico. Ella es respetuosa con todas las partes involuncradas y es clara en su información para evitar cualquier brecha de incomprensión. Ella nos informó de las cosas que necesitaríamos durante la entrevista para residencia permanente por adelantado y nos preparó con entrevistas simuladas. En verdad, la selección de un abogado de inmigración puede ser una experiencia desalentadora. Muchos pequeños errores del abogado pueden resultar en grandes problemas más adelante. Trabajar con Kim, sin embargo, en los documentos fue diferente por su atención a los detalles y su preparación; al grado que mi familia y yo pudimos tener tranquilidad durante este proceso.

Posted by Clint | August 14, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Competent and caring attorney

Kim recently came to our rescue when our 18 year old son was involved in an incident that resulted in damage to another individuals property and criminal misdemeanor charges. Kim was positive, patient and confident in all of her communications with us. While she remained realistic about the issue and... potential impact, she helped us to remain calm and positive. Ultimately she brought the issue to a positive resolve for all. I would recommend Kim to anyone looking for a competent and caring attorney.

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Kim Buhler-Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristy Hanson

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kim goes above and beyond for her clients. She has such a personal and professional approach. She is always prepared, organized and a zealous advocate. I have personally observed her sacrificing time on Christmas to make sure time sensitive immigration issues were addressed."

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Randall Spencer

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you need a top notch immigration attorney, you need look no further than Kim. She is devoted to her clients and works tirelessly to achieve their legal objectives."

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Ronald Wilkinson

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kim is a tenacious advocate who care about her clients and the community. She is also an amazing person."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney 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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Giacomo Behar

Immigration lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Denise Erlich

Immigration lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from reading the reviews from Ms. Buhler's previous clients that she is a knowledgeable, passionate and conscientious attorney who goes above and beyond the call to help her clients achieve their goals. A prospective client should not hesitate to meet with Ms. Buhler for a consultation."

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Lorie Fowlke

Immigration lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kim is awesome. She is smart, quick and knows her stuff better than anyone I have met. If there is ever something she does not know, she finds out right away. You cannot go wrong with Kim as your advocate."

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H. Drake

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim has been our company’s immigration attorney for more than a decade. She has helped many of our international employees obtain visas to work in our Utah office. Her fees are fair and her work impeccable."

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John Buckley

Immigration lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Kim on several immigration matters and have found her to be competent, knowledgeable, and very professional."

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J. Keen

Immigration lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kim Buhler is a highly respected experienced attorney in the community and state. I endorse this attorney."

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Ronald Wilkinson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lorie Fowlke

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Timothy Wheelwright

Immigration lawyer

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John Buckley

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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J. Keen

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Directing Attorney, Kim H. Buhler, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Partner, Bradford, Buhler & Lind

1997 - 2010

Attorney, Bradford & Brady, P.C.

1997 - 1998

Private Guardian ad Litem, Guardian ad Litem Office, Provo UT

1995 - 1997

Associate General Counsel, Hill, Johnson & Schmutz

Associations

2012 - Present

Central Utah Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Food and Care Coalition

Volunteer

2001 - Present

Boy Scouts of America

Volunteer

1996 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

I-140 for Chinese Immigrant

Case Approved

H1B Port/Transfer for Indian Immigrant

Sussessful

Stipulated Divorce

Successfully Divorced

Child Support

Successfully Arranged Child Support Payments

Venezuelan U Visa

U-Visa Granted

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Education

1994

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

UVU International Student Workshop

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2013

Utah State University Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2013

SUU International Student Workshop

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2013

South Towne Expo Center Green Conference

NON-IMMIGRANT VISAS FOR FOREIGN WORKERS

2013

Snow College Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2013

NAFSA Immigration Visa Options for U.S. Companies

Immigration Visa Options for U.S. Companies

2013

MATC Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options

2013

Dixie State International Student Workshop

Work Options Before & After Graduation

2013

Central Utah Bar Association

How Immigration Helps Other Practice Areas

2013

BYU Student Immigration Seminar

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

Westminster College Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

Utah State University Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

SUU Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

Snow College Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

LDSBS Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

Employer Solutions Group Immigration Information for Clients

Immigration Law For ESG Clients

2012

Employer Solutions Group Immigration Information for Clients

Immigration Law For ESG Clients

2012

Dixie State University Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

BYU International Student Immigration Workshop

Visa Options for Foreign Students

2012

BYU Idaho Immigration Visa Options

Immigration Visa Options for Foreign Students

2011

UVU Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2011

BYU-Idaho Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2011

BYU Immigration Options

Immigration Options for Foreign Students

2010

UVU Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2010

BYU-Idaho Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2010

BYU Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2009

UVU Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2009

BYU-Idaho Immigration Options

Immigration Options

2009

BYU Immigration Options

Immigration Options

Languages

English

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