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Akshat Divatia
About Akshat
Biography
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Akshat emigrated from India and is a naturalized United States citizen. He has lived on four continents and speaks five languages: English, Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish, and Catalan. His professional activities have included the Rotary Club of Bellevue, the South Asian Bar Association of Washington, and the Eastside Legal Assistance Program. In the spare time he finds between his practice and family, Akshat focuses on improving his photography skills and appreciating the culture, tactics, and business of soccer/fútbol.
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Licensed in Washington for 13 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Harris Bricken
600 Stewart Street, Suite 1200, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Akshat Divatia's Reviews
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Practice Area Knowledge (24)
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Recommendation (14)
Case Results (11)
Character & Conduct (10)
Communication Style (10)
Responsiveness (9)
Advocacy (7)
General Knowledge (7)
Trustworthiness (6)
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Posted by Sanjay | May 15, 2014 | Immigration
Excellent experience with Immigration Visa application process
Akshat guided us through the process of applying for an H1-B visa very carefully and thoroughly. He understood our concerns and took pains to educate us regarding our options. His willingness to work on a flat fee basis is commendable given how many twists and turns can occur. I would highly recomm...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2014 | Immigration
Green Card Success!
I will start out by stating that everyone's case is unique. Now, that stated, Akshat is someone who instills confidence through preparation. He goes through the journey with you, through ups and downs. We needed peace of mind that all of our documentation was in order, Akshat delivered on that. H...
Posted by Martin | February 13, 2014 | Immigration
Immigration made easy. Akshat dealt with all the hassles
Akshat dealt with a rather complex immigration process that no one else was able to make happen. Hats off to Akshat and his dligent focus on dealing with our complex case
Posted by Nabin | December 11, 2013 | Immigration
Outstanding
Akshat is outstanding immigration attorney. He is friendly, creative, thorough, responsive and creative in his advice, he always gives me his honest advise in my case and chances of success, which is invaluable to me.
Akshat Divatia's Lawyer Endorsements
"As a Canadian Immigration attorney based in the United States, I work closely with US immigration attorneys for several of my client cases. I would highly recommend Akshat. He is articulate and breaks down US immigration law in a clear and concise manner. I would recommend Akshat in the highest possible terms."
"Akshat is a lawyer's lawyer and the lawyer we use for high end immigration work for both our clients and our own lawyers"
"Akshat Divatia is a thorough, detail-oriented attorney who cares deeply about doing a great job for his clients."
"Akshat is an extremely dedicated, detail-oriented immigration attorney, who is passionate about helping clients navigate the complex immigration system. He has an incredible understanding about complex immigration issues. He provides all of his clients with responsive, creative, and thorough representation on both family- and employment-based immigration issues. I highly recommend Akshat as an immigration attorney."
Andrew Le
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
1997
Ambassadorial Scholar, Rotary Foundation
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Harris Bricken McVay, LLP
2014 - Present
Attorney, Eastside Legal Assistance Program
2012 - Present
Principal, Divatia Law pllc
2015 - 2017
Principal & Director of Immigration Practice, Desh International and Business Law
2002 - 2008
Legal Specialist, Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky & Popeo, PC
1998 - 2002
Legal Assistant, Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky & Popeo, PC
1995 - 1997
Legal Assistant, Cohen, Fluhr & Gonzalez, PC
Associations
2017 - Present
Rotary Club of BellevueMember
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)
King County Bar Association
American Bar Association
South Asian Bar Association of Washington
Latina/o Bar Association of Washington
2014 - 2016
South Asian Bar Association of WashingtonBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
H-1B Temporary Worker Petitions
Approved
Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
Approved
Education
2011
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Elizabethtown College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
WSBA CLE (Webinar)
Employment-Based Immigration Options Not Requiring a Job Offer
2017
Seminar (Kirkland, Washington)
Immigration in Uncertain Times: Goals for a New Immigration System
2017
Seminar (Barcelona, Spain)
“Doing Business in the Trump Era”
2017
Know Your Rights Workshop (Bellevue, Washington)
Privileges and Responsibilities of Immigration Status
2015
Seminar (Olympia, Washington))
An Overview of Immigration Options for Washington Businesses
Languages
Spanish
Catalan
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Activity
Legal Answers