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Biography
Brent Renison is an immigration attorney in Portland, Oregon who has been representing employers and key employees with business-based immigration since 1997. He is top listed in Best Lawyers in America, is top ranked as a leading individual by London-based Chambers and Partners and is named by Law & Politics as a Super Lawyer. He is the recipient of numerous national and local awards including the Ninth Annual Daniel Levy Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement in Immigration Law (2010), The Oregon State Bar President's Public Service Award (2011), a Presidential Award from the American Immigration Lawyers Association for Outstanding Achievement in Mentoring and Litigation on behalf of immigrant rights (2007), and the Gerald H. Robinson Excellence in Advocacy Award from the Oregon AILA Chapter (2007). He has received certification as a Global Mobility Specialist™ by Worldwide ERC®.
Brent Renison served as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Oregon School of Law from 2004 to 2007, and has lectured regionally and nationally on immigration law topics. He enjoys making red wine from Oregon grapes, and exploring the natural beauty of the Northwest.
Brent Renison's work to end the "Widow Penalty" in immigration law has been featured on CBS News 60 Minutes with Bob Simon, and also on National Public Radio's This American Life with Ira Glass. He continues to pursue legislative change and litigation on behalf of immigrant rights as a complementary practice to his employment based immigration services. He is the recipient of the 2011 Oregon State Bar President's Public Service Award for his civil rights work.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
100%
29 years
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Licensed in Oregon for 29 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Hawaii for 25 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Brent W Renison
411 NW Park Avenue, Suite 201, Portland, OR, 97209
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Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2021 | Immigration
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He was very rude in his communication when I reached out for initial consultation. When someone reaches out to an immigration lawyer they are often in a vulnerable position. It is disgraceful to behave like this even if they haven't hired you yet.
Brent Renison
Replied last March 02, 2021I receive a large number of email inquiries and endeavor to respond very quickly to each one, and while your anonymous rating does not tell me which one was yours, I'm sure I let you know I could not help you and I did not charge you either. Please accept my apology for being blunt.
Brent W Renison's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brent is a highly competent, well-respected, and devoted advocate. I had the privilege of working with him, in the Courts and before Congress, as part of the herculean effort to end the "widow penalty." This punitive application of our immigration law had persisted for decades, and no one was more instrumental than Brent in ending it. Throughout this ordeal, and in many subsequent matters, I have witnessed firsthand how dedicated Brent is to his work and his clients. I could not recommend him highly enough."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney and a highly respected one in the legal community."
"My fellow Portland colleagues, especially Mr. Hasche, have correctly and accurately stated that Mr. Renison is on of the top immigration attorneys around. I endorse him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. After serving with the Passport Office in Seattle for several years, Brent joined our lawfirm in 1996 as an associate. Later, he became a partner. In around 2001, he left for a larger firm. Brent is probably the most knowledgeable attorney regarding citizenship issues in the Northwest. He is innovative, fearless, and very diligent in representing his clients. He has taken several high profile immigration cases all the way to federal court and won. He spearheaded the litigation to abolish the "widow penalty" in the Immigration and Nationality Act, and this resulted in Congress' eventually amending the Act. He is all about service to his clients and to the community. His ethical awareness is an example to his colleagues, and his personal ethics are beyond reproach. He is a great communicator and represents our bar extremely well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brent is intelligent and articulate and always gives 100% effort to every task. In addition to his excellent legal skills, he is compassionate and caring, which is a rare combination. His clients are lucky to have him on their sides."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brent is a smart, passionate advocate with excellent ligitation skills. He has specialized knowledge of acquired and derivative citizenship and has been at the forefront of changes in immigration law and policy affecting immigrant widows and widowers."
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Experience
Honors
2011
President's Public Service Award, Oregon State Bar
2010
Daniel Levy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Immigration, Lexis Nexus
2007
President's Commendation, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2007
Gerald H. Robinson Excellence in Advocacy Award, Oregon Chapter of AILA
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Global Immigration Counsel, Parrilli Renison LLC
2000 - 2007
Partner, Tonkon Torp LLP
1997 - 2000
Partner, Parker Bush & Lane
1996 - 1997
Law Clerk, Oregon Circuit Court
1991 - 1993
Senior Passport Examiner, U.S. State Department
Associations
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationOregon Chapter Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Lockhart v. Napolitano, 573 F.3d 251 (6th Cir. 2009)
Set legal precedent, won case
Hootkins v. Napolitano, 2009 WL 2222839 (C.D. Cal. 2009)
Certified Class Action, Won Case
Hanford v. Chertoff, Civ. No. SA-08-CA-0795XR (W.D. Texas, Sept. 17, 2009)
Won case
Freeman v. Gonzales, 444 F.3d 1031 (9th Cir. 2006)
Set legal precedent, won case
Education
1996
University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Oregon
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
AILA Annual Conference
Continuing a Petition after a Petitioner or Beneficiary Dies
Publications
2008
Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook, 2008-09 Edition
Every Rose Has Its Thorn: Issues in Difficult Marriage Adjustment Cases
Languages
Mandarin
Activity
Legal Answers