Alison Yew

Alison Yew

also known as Yew Immigration Law Group a P.C., Certified Legal Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 31 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

1155 N. FIRST STREET #111, San Jose, CA

About Alison

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Immigration 100%

I practice all aspects of immigration law. I enjoy working with my clients to find creative solutions to their immigration issues so they may work and live in the United States lawfully.

33 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

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Location

Yew Immigration Law Group, a. P.C.

1155 N. FIRST STREET #111, San Jose, CA, 95112

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Alison Yew's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

Alison Yew's Lawyer Endorsements

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Medya Ansari

Immigration lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Alison as an immigration attorney and her exceptional legal work. Alison Yew's dedication, expertise, and professionalism have consistently impressed me. She has been a mentor to me as a fellow attorney and has years of experience fighting for the immigrant community seeking justice. Her deep knowledge of the law and keen analytical skills are commendable and unmatchable. She excels in articulating complex legal issues and providing clear, strategic solutions for her clients, especially in employment-based immigration. Alison's commitment to ethical standards and integrity is unwavering, setting a high standard for our profession. Her work ethic and commitment to the immigrant communities are inspiring. I, without a doubt, would recommend Alison."

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Moumita Rahman

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathy Hensley

Immigration lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alison Yew is one of those lawyers to whom you don’t hesitate to refer clients. Not only is she knowledgeable about immigration law, but she offers creative solutions in cases that offer special challenges. Her communication and rapport with clients is exceptional –she keeps clients updated on case developments and is quick to respond to any questions. With every aspect of her practice, Alison shows that she really cares about her work and her clients."

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Ruben Ruiz

Immigration lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ms. Yew in the past and she is an excellent attorney. She is a fierce advocate for her clients and has a proven record of success. I recommend her for any matter involving immigration."

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Keri Avellini Donohue

Immigration lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can absolutely speak to the high quality of service you will receive from Alison. Not is she only a smart and meticulous attorney, she truly cares about helping her clients. If you have an immigration issue, you will be in good hands with Alison."

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Candice Hamant

Immigration lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've known Alison Yew for 18 years. Alison is an exception attorney! She leaves no stone unturned when examining options for her clients. She has integrity, passion and a sense of fairness. I highly recommend Alison."

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Winnie Yeung

Litigation lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Yew is very approachable, personable, reliable, and knowledgeable with respect to all aspects of immigration law. Above all, her court room presence and oral advocacy skills surmount her peers. You can always count on Ms. Yew to properly evaluate your issues and provide an honest opinion about the outcome. I would highly recommend Ms. Yew for any legal issues beyond those pertaining to immigration."

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David Little

Litigation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Alison Yew as a litigator. She is smart, ethical, and compassionate. I worked with Alison at a prior firm for approximately four years and have no complaints."

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William Buranich

Immigration lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Alison has a great working knowledge not only of the law, but of the legal system- a combination that allows her to provide the highest quality representation for her clients."

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William Housley

Immigration lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Talented and well respected in legal community."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Jun 04

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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Michael Eng

Litigation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Without reservation, I endorse Alison. She is a very accomplished attorney who possesses the unique qualities of intellectual prowess and compassion in advocating for her clients."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Otto Lee

Litigation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this outstanding lawyer for her utmost integrity and professionalism. I have known her personally for over twenty years and she has two decades of litigation experience and I will trust her with the most complex type of cases. I give her my strongest recommendation."

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Barbara Williams

Immigration lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alison is an extremely competent litigator as well as immigration attorney. I highly recommend her as a colleague for even the most complex of cases."

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Moumita Rahman

Immigration lawyer

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Medya Ansari

Immigration lawyer

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Marc Eisenhart

Appeals lawyer

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Kathy Hensley

Immigration lawyer

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Ruben Ruiz

Business lawyer

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Winnie Yeung

Litigation lawyer

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Rabeh Soofi

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Eng

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Elena Rivkin

Real estate lawyer

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Barbara Williams

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

1994

Moot Court Best Brief, University of San Francisco School of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

CEO and Owner, Yew Immigration Law Group, a. P.C.

2005 - 2013

Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith

2000 - 2005

Associate, Vogl & Meredith, LLP

1998 - 2000

Research Attorney, Superior Court Of Santa Clara County

1994 - 1998

Associate, Jeffrey J. Chang and Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Provisors

Member

2011 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Northern California chapter)

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2015 - 2017

BNI Business Network International

Vice President

2015 - 2018

BNI Business Networking International

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re R.H.

Decision of denial reversed (naturalization approved)

In Re R.H.

Lawful Permanent Residence approved

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Education

1994

University of San Francisco School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Right to Thrive

DACA Eligibility

2017

Provisor's San Jose II Meeting

What's new in immigration for 2018

2017

Mike's Meet Up - Networking

Immigration Basics

2016

BNI San Jose Highrise Chapter

Marriage-Based Green cards

2016

BNI San Jose Highrise Chapter

Naturalization basics

2015

BNI San Jose High Rise Connections Meeting

Immigration Law Governance Basics

2015

BNI San Jose High Rise Connections Meeting

Visa Basics

Publications

2018

O visas for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement O visas for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement

2018

P VISAS: TEMPORARY VISAS FOR RECOGNIZED ATHLETES AND ARTISTS P VISAS: TEMPORARY VISAS FOR RECOGNIZED ATHLETES AND ARTISTS

2018

High demand for limited number of H-1B visas expected High demand for limited number of H-1B visas expected

2018

Yew Immigration Law Group Blog Beware of Old Deportation Orders

2017

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Languages

Cantonese

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