Elliot M.S. Yi
About Elliot
Biography
My practice primarily focuses on immigration law. I assist clients with various forms of immigration relief, obtaining family-based and employment-based visas/green cards, naturalization, U-visas, DACA, asylum, and deportation defense. As your attorney, I will provide you with diligent, compassionate legal representation of the highest quality at an affordable rate.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 13 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Immigration Law Group, LLC
650 NE Holladay St, Suite 1600, Portland, OR, 97232
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Elliot M.S. Yi's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
36 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Personable and knowledgeable advocate.
We met with a Portland immigration attorney who was a disorganized nightmare, and called Elliot who came to the rescue. I married my wife who is a Chinese citizen, and we filed a spousal VISA for her to emigrate to the US. Elliot steered us in the right direction, including what forms to file, wh...
Posted by james | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Elliot M.S Yi Is are go to guy for any immigration help
Elliot was very easy to work with and made getting my wife and daughters green cards very smooth he knew all the steps and knew what the interviews were going to be like when we had questions he was available and was very comforting to work within this nervous time for us. Fue muy fácil trabajar...
Posted by James | July 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Navigating US immigration law is a daunting process, but Elliot made the process incredibly smooth.
We first met with Elliot in late January of 2016. With a major complication, my wife who is from China, and I filed the necessary applications with the expert help of Elliot on April 30th. We were called in by USCIS on July 21st and a "green card" was approved that day. This never would have happe...
Posted by Farhad | July 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Thank Very Much for your amazing Help!
Very knowledgeable about the immigration process for my wife from my country Iran and I really appreciate for your hard working and your help to us to joint together here in the US. again.
Posted by MC | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Glad and grateful!
Very knowledgeable about the immigration process relating to the green card by marriage. Personable, friendly, thoughtful and good humored in our interactions. Took the time to meet with us when requested. Was meticulous in all the paperwork regarding our case. We will definitely be reaching out to h...
Elliot M.S. Yi's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Yi is very thoughtful and hardworking. He will give his clients the upmost respect and attention."
"I wholehartily endorse this lawyer. His answers to Avvo clients seeking guidance on immigration matters are very helpful. Also, indicative of learning and achievement in immigration law, he is a fellow member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association."
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"I have known Elliot for 6 years. He is trustworthy, knowledgeable, and hard working. I have referred friends to him in the past and will continue to do so in the future."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Over time last year I had the distinct pleasure of reading the creative solutions devised by attorney Yi to some of the most complex immigration law scenarios. His answers demonstrate a solid understanding of how immigration law truly works!"
"I have worked with Mr. Yi and find him to be an honest and earnest immigration lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Immigration Law Top 10 Attorney 2020, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
Best Immigration Lawyers in Portland, Expertise
2019
Best Immigration Lawyers in Portland, Expertise
2019
10 Best Immigration Attorneys for Oregon, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2011
Senior Staff Editor, Willamette Law Review
2011
Dean's List, Willamette University College of Law
2010
Writer of the Month, Willamette Law Online
2010
Jessup Competition Certificate, International Law Students Association
2010
Dean's List, Willamette University College of Law
2010
Honors - Negotiation, Willamette University College of Law
2010
Executive Editor, Willamette Journal of International Law & Dispute Resolution
2010
High Paper - Remedies, Willamette University College of Law
2009
Oregon Court of Appeals Writer, Willamette Law Online
2008
Dean's Scholar, Lewis & Clark College
2007
Dean's Scholar, Lewis & Clark College
2006
Dean's Scholar, Lewis & Clark College
2005
Dean's Scholar, Lewis & Clark College
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Immigration Law Group, LLC
2012 - 2019
Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Elliot M.S. Yi
2012 - 2020
Immigration Attorney, Catholic Charities
2012 - 2013
Immigration Attorney, CAUSA, Oregon Immigrant's Rights Organization
2012 - 2015
Immigration Attorney, Immigration Counseling Service
2012 - 2013
Contract Attorney, Dean Law Group, P.C.
Associations
2017 - Present
The National AdvocatesMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association - Business Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2012 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2018
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Oregon chapter)Member
2012 - 2018
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Recommended Approval
Granted Cancellation of Removal
Approved
Administratively Closed
Approved Applications and Green Card Granted
Approved
Resident granted 10 year green card
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Certificate of Citizenship received
Approved Petition
Approved - Green Card Received
Approved - Green Card Received
Approved - Work Permit Received
Settled by Parties
Dropped to Violation
Education
2012
LL.M. - Master of Laws
2011
J.D.
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2018
Languages
English
Korean
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Do I have to fill out Form I-864A?
07 May 2020
Rejected I-485 Want to appeal. What should I do next?
08 May 2020
Can a person from Palestine come over on a k 1 fiance visa
19 Dec 2018