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Maria J. Marty

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  • Bellevue, WA
  • Licensed for 27 years
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About Maria

Expertise in business and family US Immigration for over 25 years.  Whether its helping individuals, start-ups or established corporations, I genuinely enjoy supporting people and companies in supporting their growth.

My father came to the U.S. using the L intra-company transferee visa category based on his employment with IBM.  Eventually we settled in the U.S. and at the age of 18 I became a U.S. citizen.  I have traveled the immigration path in the U.S. and understand what it means to relocate to the US with a family.

I have lived in many cities in the U.S. and Europe, and have traveled quite a bit in South America as well.  Presently, I live with my husband and three children in Mercer Island, just outside of Seattle.

Practice areas

Immigration
  1. Immigration: 100%

    We help employers and foreign nationals with U.S. immigration matters. We specialize in employer compliance and work visas for professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, families, both in the U.S. and at U.S. embassies abroad.

    27 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

French, Spanish, English

Photos and videos

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
DCInactive 199510/14/2017
MDActive199204/16/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers4427
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Best Legal BriefColumbus School of Law - CUA1992
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing PartnerMarty & Ellis LLP2013 - Present
Of-CounselMarcell Felipe2006 - 2011
Senior AttorneyJackson & Hertogs, LLP2001 - 2005
Managing AttorneyMarty, LaMadrid & Starkey1996 - 2001
AssociateGiancarlo & Gleiberman PC1992 - 1994
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Executive Committee Member2014 - Present
International Enneagram AssociationAssociate Member2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember1995 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
YoutubeE2 Investor Visas2014
Youtube10 Tips for Successful O-1 Application2014
Practicing Law Institute (PLI)Everything you ever wanted to know about porting but were afraid to ask2002
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Katholieke Universiteit LeuvenCertificate1995
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1992
University of North Carolina, Chapel HillBA - Bachelor of Arts1989
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Maryland State Bar AssociationInvestor Visas2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association regional NW conferenceE-Investor Visa2015
Immigration ReformImmigration Reform 20132013
Bio/High Tech Client ConferenceEmployer Sanctions2006
I-9 Trainings For EmployersI-9 Forms2004
American Bar AssociationLCA Obligations2003
Immigration Law ConferenceImmigration Reform1999
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
H-1B Nonimmigrant VisasApproved
E2 Investor/TraderApproved

Reviews

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Thorough visa and change of status advice!

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Maria was tremendously helpful in helping me understand the complexities around applying for a "change of status" with UCSIS. After a one-hour consultation, a number of my misconceptions were corrected, all my questions were thoroughly answered, and we arrived at a concrete plan of action. I highly recommend Maria's services.
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Super fefficient and helpful

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Maria Marty was my immigration lawyer in 2015. I called quite a few immigration lawyers but she was the most helpful and gave me an appointment straight away. She was straightforward, helpful, supportive and held my hand all the way keeping me informed of what I needed to do and by when. If I had any questions I would email her and these were answered immediately. I am still in touch with her and her firm and will use her for my Citizenship when the time approaches.
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Maria Marty's response: Thank you Janet!

Eb3 Employment green card

Posted by

Yes Maria has a great personality, she answered me very well. She has respondeding all the time on every question. I recommend her for every one
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Maria Marty's response: Thank you Wazir, was kind of you to add your review. Happy holidays!

Highly recommended (强烈推荐)！

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Maria was recommended to me through a friend of mine who also hired her as his immigration attorney and has already got his green card. Sure enough, just like what my friend described, Maria definitely proved her excellence in the law and successfully helped me get through the L1 RFE situation with a short period of time. I'm very glad that I made the right decision and will highly recommend her to anyone who wants to look for a professional, experienced and also hardworking immigration attorney! （Maria是我一个朋友推荐给我的，他也用过她并且已经拿到了他的绿卡。 Maria确实名不虚传，跟我朋友描述一样，她在移民法律方面真的十分优秀，只用了很短的时间就帮我顺利解决了L1 RFE的问题。 我很庆幸我当时做出了正确的决定，像Maria这样既专业，经验又丰富，还十分勤奋的移民律师，我真的强烈推荐给大家！）
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I believe one of the best immigration lawyers in the country

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I've personally interviewed about 15 immigration lawyers before hiring Maria for my case. These interviews included asking many tricky questions that I already knew answers to (just to test candidates). She did excellent and I moved forward with her. My case was not the easiest, but ended up successfully. Like with any other lawyer you have to really dive deep into the subject matter and sometimes disagree with your lawyer (which I did and it worked for me, as there's no perfect lawyer I think), but Maria proved her skills and knowledge of the area and I'm very happy with her service and expertise.
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Professional Service

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Maria graciously responded to multiple contacts during the nerve-wracking process of renewing L1 visa for my employer. She calmed us, took steps to explore a variety of options, and followed up repeatedly until the visa was granted. Thank you, Maria!
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Best Immigration Attorney

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My name is michele and I met Maria Marty in February 2015. I would recommend her to anyone who needs an excellent immigration lawyer. She is professional, dependable,and above all very hard working. She helped me with my VAWA case and did a really good job, she guided me through the process step by step. I am very happy I choose her to be my attorney.
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Immigration advice session

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Very nice and helpful. She wasn't 100% sure about one of my questions but she followed up with me later after discussing it with another attorney. I give her 5 stars!
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E-2 Visa Case

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Originally, I found her website and service when I was google searching an immigration attorney who I could seek consultation on B-1 acquisition process. During our phone conversation, Ms. Marty was immediately able to provide me answers and information that I was specifically looking for (detailed, straightforward, informative explanation on HOW and WHY; there were others who could provide me other answers/info but Ms. Marty was the only one who could give me very clear, logical and precise answers on why/how AND her recommendations on what I should do). After having this positive experience, I decided to retain her for my E-2 case. During this very long, complicated E-2 process since Day-1, Ms. Marty gave me her full assistance and support. And I really appreciated her answering all my questions (both small and big ones) and concerns I had throughout the process. She was very informative and knowledgeable on how E-2 works, its documentation process, how DoS and related US embassy process, tips/advises on interview,…and most importantly what you (i.e your specific case) actually need to do to complete the process and get issued E-2. Ms. Maria Marty is easy to work with, very professional, and eager to help you till you accomplish what you are looking for. I'm glad I was able to find her and will highly recommend anyone who may be looking for an immigration attorney to help your case!

I-140 and H4 EAD questions

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Maria has been so patiently responding to all my questions related to my complex H1B situation. Even though I took only 15 min appointment, she was kind enough to stay on call beyond that time to hear my concerns and tried her best to give the best advice possible.
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John Lassen, Business Attorney on Mar 14, 2016
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Well respected in the legal community

Alfonso Caprara, Immigration Attorney on Feb 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Her responses to the posted questions show a depth of knowledge that can only come from learned experience helping others.

Ruben Martinez, Immigration Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Svetlana Kaff, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2014
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I endorse attorney Marty for her deep understanding of immigration law and for Her educated and insightful legal advice.

John Tymczyszyn, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 4, 2014
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I collaborated with Ms. Marty on an immigration issue that involved criminal charges. She was knowledgeable and skilled with complex immigration matters. I highly recommend her to anyone with a complex immigration matter.

Shawn Meade, Immigration Attorney on Oct 30, 2014
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Maria is a well known immigration attorney who works diligently and vigorously on each one of his case. She is honest, smart, hardworking. I strongly recommend her.

Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Daniel Horne, Immigration Attorney on Aug 21, 2014
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Maria and I handled a very tricky E-2 visa application several years ago, and her expertise in documenting the financing helped secure the visa application rapid approval from the US Embassy in Italy. She is a very intelligent and hard-working lawyer, and I recommend her without hesitation.

Mark Oxford, Immigration Attorney on Jul 26, 2014
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I endorse attorney Marty. Multilingual lawyers are such a great asset to our immigration law profession. It makes things so much easier on the ethnic community they serve.

Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Jul 13, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Kevin Landry, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed many of Attorney Marty's responses to complicated legal matters. Her thoughtful and insightful answers demonstrate that she has the utmost knowledge of Immigration law and is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is a great asset to the immigration bar and I wholeheartedly endorse her.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

Ajay Arora, Immigration Attorney on Jan 26, 2014
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Maria has contributed her expertise to immigration attorney forums and I look forward to reading her solutions to actual immigration cases. Her thoughtful and pragmatic responses signify her knowledge of Immigration Law.

Karol Brown, Immigration Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
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Maria Marty is smart, personable, and dedicated. She and I share an office space, and I go to her for advice, support, and suggestions. I highly recommend and endorse her!

Jeff Khurgel, Immigration Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
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Ms. Marty is a valued and respected member of the Avvo immigration community. Her well thought out answers are always on-point, and it has been a pleasure reading them.

Jay Nunez, Immigration Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
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Maria provides thoughtful and correct answers to many questions on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer.

Alexander Segal, Immigration Attorney on Oct 8, 2013
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Maria is a bright, knowledgable and truly remarkable immigration attorney. I am genuinely delighted with the opportunity to endorse her.

Henry Pharr, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
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Maria has always served her client's interest with diligence, skill and a keen eye for reaching their goals and fulfilling their legal needs. She is a consummate professional who works well with opposing counsel to get things done.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Sep 1, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.