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Jacqueline Marie Brown Scott
also known as Jacqueline Brown Scott
About Jacqueline
Biography
Jacqueline Brown Scott is a San Francisco immigration attorney. Her practice focuses primarily on family-based immigration and defense from deportation and removal. She also represents individuals seeking United States citizenship.
Jacqueline is a member of the California Bar Association, the American Immigration Lawyer's Association, and the Queen's Bench. She is also the Co-Chair of the San Francisco Bar Association's Barristers Immigration Section. Jacqueline received a JD cum laude from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she concentrated her studies on human rights and refugee law.
In addition to running her own practice, Jacqueline is the creator and editor of a popular immigration blog that deals with new immigration case law in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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21 years
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Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Jacqueline Brown Scott
5334 Geary Blvd, Suite 4, San Francisco, CA, 94121-2370
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Posted by Fanuel | June 18, 2012 | Immigration
Review for Jacqueline Marie Brown Scott
I worked with Ms. Scott with my green card application. She was thorough and kept me informed at all the steps. She took the time to explain all the details which i found to be very helpful. At the end, she was there during the interview and again, kept me informed throughout the whole procedure.
Posted by Samanata | February 27, 2011 | Immigration
Professional & trustworthy
Jacqueline's level of expertise and professionalism is unmatched. She reviewed my case thoroughly yet swiftly, and never missed a detail. My husband and I felt very comfortable working with Jacqueline as she helped us navigate the immigration paperwork maze. She also accompanied us to our interview w...
Jacqueline Marie Brown Scott's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jacqueline is an excellent immigration attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. I recommend that you call her if you have any questions about any facet of immigration law."
"Jacqueline is an exceptionally talented and compassionate immigration attorney. Methodical and detailed in her approach, she represents her clients with zeal. She is unparralleled in her knowledge and expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an outstanding attorney with an excellent reputation. She is a knowledgeable and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her. Khaja"
"As a criminal defense attorney, I often turn to Jacqueline for advice on crafting a plea for my clients that will avoid adverse immigration consequences. Her blog is also a tremendous resource: www.newimmigrationcases.com. I use her blog to find recent cases in which people were deported/rendered inadmissible for their particular convictions so that I can be sure to avoid those pleas where possible. For anyone seeking an immigration attorney, I have no reservations in recommending Jacqueline Brown Scott. She is extremely attentive to each of her clients (attorney clients and those faced with immigration issues alike). She knows her business!"
"Having graduated from law school with Jacqueline, I know first hand what a dedicated and hardworking person she is. Jacqueline is committed both to the practice of law and also to her clients on a personal level, making her an excellent advocate. I highly recommend her."
"I’ve known Jacqueline since we worked together at the San Francisco Immigration Court. We Co-Chair the BASF Barristers Immigration Section, and we’ve also teamed up on some pro bono work. She is extremely fearless at taking on difficult legal issues, and I consult with her frequently. Jacqueline is an exceptional advocate, and I highly recommend her services!"
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Experience
Honors
2011
Wiley Manuel Award, California Bar Association
2011
President's Service Award (Sole Practitioner), California Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Benefactor, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2010
Barrister of the Year, San Francisco Bar Association
2010
Pro Bono Champion, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2005
CALI Award of Excellence: International Human Righs Law, University of San Francisco School of Law
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal, The Law Office of Jacqueline Brown Scott
2010 - 2011
Contract Attorney: Nat'l Pro Bono Project for Children, CLINIC
2009 - 2010
Volunteer Immigration Attorney, Community Legal Services of East Palo Alto
2008 - 2010
Contract Attorney, Jacqueline Brown Scott
2005 - 2007
Attorney Advisor, Executive Office for Immigration Review
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Volker Law Offices
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk, San Francisco City Attorney's Office
Associations
2005 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
San Francisco Bar Association
Barristers Immigration Co-Chair
The Queens' Bench
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Espinal v. Attorney General of the United States
Petition for Review granted
Education
2005
U of San Francisco SOL
JD - Juris Doctor with Honors
2002
San Francisco State University
MA
1996
St Lawrence Univ
BS - Bachelor of Science with Honors
Publications
2007
EOIR-IJ Benchbook
Standard Language on Select Topics:The Terrorism Bar
2006
EOIR-IJ Benchbook
Standard Language on Select Topics:The Persecutor of Others Bar
Languages
Spanish
German
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have been waiting for my U visa to be answered for over a year now if my U visa is denied would i be deported?
31 Jul 2012
Q&A
What does "immigration proceedings" mean in Q#16 in I-130 form?
12 Oct 2010
Q&A
I am US citizen, approximately how long will it take to bring my husband to the US?
06 Sep 2010