Florian Damaso Purganan

Florian Damaso Purganan

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Renton, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration

707 S. Grady Way, Ste. 600, Renton, WA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

The Law Office of Florian Purganan, PLLC

707 S. Grady Way, Ste. 600, Renton, WA, 98057

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Florian Damaso Purganan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Harvey | April 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Superstar immigration attorney - helped my case achieve success

I found Florian through a company legal plan. From the start, Florian was enthusiastic, professional, and responsive. He actually cares! As with most immigration cases, mine took a while (all in all, about 2.5 years) and Florian patiently guided me through each twist and turn in my journey with t...he USCIS. I had some unique caveats to my case and personal situation but Florian professionally advised me through and helped me make the best decisions. Thinking back, quite a few of the things Florian helped me with were concerns that I had that turned out to be nothing. What I admire about Florian is that even if his client asks questions or raises issues that may not impact the case, he still gets at it 100%, finds the concrete USCIS guidance, and shows me why I shouldn't worry. I found Florian to be very consistent during the years that I have worked with him and I am happy that he helped my case to eventually attain the results that we both desired. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Florian to family and friends.

Posted by Sheila | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Experience

I was referred to Florian by my brother. He is in Seattle and I am in San Francisco. I was a little worried that it will be difficult to work with someone not in the same city. However, he was so great to work with. He is thorough, answered all my questions and really took time to explain the process... and any obstacles we might encounter. I ended up using him again after our first case together. Really a pleasure to work with Florian. He is smart, patient and he empathize with his clients. I am grateful to have him on my team.

Posted by Ileana Castro | June 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

He's amazing

He did my citizenship, my husband's green card as well as my mom's. Highly recommended

Posted by Zoraida | February 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Effective, Clear, Great Experience

Florian Purganan was clear, concise, and answered all of my questions in a timely manner. He was always courteous and available when he could be. He helped me and my family apply for our green cards, and he helped me apply for my DACA application. I think it was very comforting for my parents to have... a Filipino lawyer help them understand the process and guide them through their worries. After over 5+ years waiting, we got our green cards and it's all thanks to Florian's hard work! Hire him!

Posted by Pamela | March 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration Attorney!!

I don't want to waste this opportunity to Review a Very Good Immigration Lawyer. I found Atty. Purganan through this site. I have no referrals at all, just guts. I came to a point in my life that I'm ready to just go back to where I came from and forget my American Dream. It has been a very hard and... emotional journey for me. It took me several years to find someone who can dug me out of the hole I sank in. Atty. Ian, was a Life savior. He never left me, He gave me hope on my complicated case of denials from USCIS. It took us years and a lot of patience and planning to get through due to the sensitive nature of my case . I was screwed by my former lawyer, and was left with debt. Hanis Irvine Company is generous enough to help me with payments so I was able to afford their excellent Service. i am beyond thankful and happy that I made the best choice of my life.. I am writing this review and endorsing him to all of you,to let Atty. Purganan handle your case, no matter how complicated it is. There's nothing big or small he can't work at. Just cos a Good Lawyer is not the man who has an eye to every side and angle of contingency, and qualifies his qualifications, but who throws himself on your part so heartily, that he can get you out of scrape. Thank You Atty. Purganan!! God Bless you!

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Florian Damaso Purganan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Linda Tran

Immigration lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! He is smart, diligent, upbeat, and does well for his community and clients!"

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Erik Olsen

Immigration lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I unequivocally endorse Florian Purganan. I have known Mr. Purganan for several years and I have found that he is knowledgeable, approachable, and effective attorney."

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Jorge Ramos

Immigration lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Florian is experienced and knowledgeable; he is committed to providing his clients with top quality representation."

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Shawn Meade

Immigration lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Other

"Florian is a well known immigration attorney who works diligently and vigorously on each one of his case. He is honest, smart, hardworking. I strongly recommend him."

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Katherine Rich

Immigration lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Florian is a very experienced and knowledgeable immigration attorney and I would feel comfortable referring any immigration case to him. He's a compassionate person and an excellent attorney."

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Jorge Ramos

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Disbarment issued in WA, 2021

updated on 01/07/2022

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the the Washington State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Immigration Attorney, The Law Office of Florian Purganan, PLLC

2005 - 2019

Attorney, Hanis Irvine Prothero PLLC

2004 - 2005

Paralegal, Hanis Irvine Prothero PLLC

2004 - 2004

Legal Extern, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project

2002 - 2004

Legal Assistant, Barbara Marcouiller, P.S.

Associations

2018 - Present

Filipino Lawyers of Washington

Treasurer and Member of Executive Committee

2018 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State Chapter)

Treasurer and Member of Executive Committee

2016 - 2018

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State Chapter)

Chair - USCIS Liaison Committee

2008 - 2010

National Federation of Filipino American Associations

National Youth Chair

2008 - 2010

Neighborhood House

Board of Trustees

2008 - 2012

Filipino Lawyers of Washington

Board Member

2007 - 2008

National Federation of Filipino American Associations Region VII

Youth Representative

2007 - 2008

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State Chapter)

Chair - Young Lawyers Division

2006 - 2007

Filipino American Association of Shoreline

Assistant Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Kariuki v. Holder, 394 Fed.Appx. 359, 361 (9th Cir. 2010)

Petition granted, case remanded

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Education

2004

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2001

Seattle University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1999

Edmonds Community College

Associate of Arts

1999

Lynnwood High School

Speaking Engagements

2018

2017

2017 NW Immigration Law Conference

Government Panel

2016

2016 NW Immigration Law Conference

Adjustment of Status Issues

2015

A Discussion on Immigration Reform & DAPA and Expanded DACA Workshop

Immigration

2009

2009 NWFASA Annual Conference

History of Filipino Migration to the US, Citizenship Issues, and Civic Engagement

2008

2008 NWFASA Annual Conference

Filipino Immigration and the Need for Comprehensive Immigration Reform

2006

2006 NaFFAA National Empowerment Conference

Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Languages

Tagalog

English

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