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Shannon M Underwood
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Practice Area
Immigration
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25 years
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Licensed in Washington for 22 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 24 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
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Shannon Underwood
3815 Woodland Park Ave N #102, Seattle, WA, 98103
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Recommendation (11)
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Communication Style (7)
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Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Always here to help
I have been working with her for 2 years , but anytime I need her she’s always here to help and answer my questions , she’s handling my case in the most professional manner. She’s the best lawyer I have ever met.
Posted by Alberto | April 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent service and highly recommended.
We're a same sex couple and because of some issues we had in my immigration history we needed an attorney. We are so glad we called Shannon because she and her team handled our case in a very professional way and we can't be more glad with the results and now I'm a legal resident. We are extremely ...
Posted by Alice | November 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
A pleasant and successful experience.
I contacted Shannon Underwood to assist me with my application for US citizenship. Ms. Underwood and her staff were very knowledgable, thorough and efficient. They guided me seamlessly through all the red tape. It was a very positive process and outcome. I am very grateful and impressed.
Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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Shannon is one of the Immigration lawyer in America. She put herself in the shoes of her clients which makes her work tireless to produce a positive results. I will recommend her to anyone with immigration problem without any reservation.
Posted by Silvia Godinez & Rafael Peña | August 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Amazing! Buen trabajo!
Working with Shannon and her assistant Gilberto has been great! When I first met her she told me every detail and explained the timeline of upcoming events. She speaks with honesty and with a positive smile on her face. We have been with them for about 2 years. Even when I wasn't in the country they ...
Shannon M Underwood's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shannon is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. She is well respected by her colleagues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Shannon Underwood towers over the immigration legal community. An extraordinary lawyer."
"Shannon is a top-notch immigration lawyer, particularly when it comes to deportation defense. if I or a family member were placed in detention, I'd want Shannon in my corner to help me."
"Shannon is extremely competent. She is highly regarded among her peers and our mutual clients have expressed a high rate of satisfaction with her work."
Kelly Vomacka
Criminal defense lawyer
Monica Cary
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Experience
Honors
2017
Ally for Justice, CAIR-WA
2016
2016 Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2016
Top Women Attorney in Washington, Super Lawyers
2015
2015 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Women Attorney in Washington, Super Lawyers
2014
2014 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Women Attorney in Washington, Super Lawyers
2013
2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Women Attorney in Washington, Super Lawyers
2012
2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Women Attorney in Washington, Super Lawyers
2010
Pro Bono Work Having Greatest Impact, American Immigration Lawyers Association - Washington Chapter
2008
Excellent Volunteer Legal Advocacy, Eastside Legal Assistance Program
2007
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2006
Pro bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2005
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner, Washington for International Development
2009 - Present
Partner, Global Justice Law Group, PLLC
2016 - 2016
International Migration Law Consultant, IOM, Cairo
2008 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Global Law Partners LLP
2006 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Carol L. Edward & Associates, P.S.
2003 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Seifert Law Offices
2001 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Margaret C. Makar, P.C.
Associations
2003 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington chapter)Member
2006 - 2007
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington chapter)Treasurer
2001 - 2002
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado chapter)Member
Education
2001
University of Colorado School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
SEED Week
Inequality in Immigration Law
2018
Equity Day
Immigration Law
2017
Family Law Basics Seminar
Family Law Issues in Immigration
2017
Eastside Legal Assistance Program
Immigration Matters in Marriage, Separation, and Divorce
2017
DACA Know Your Rights Workshop
DACA Know Your Rights Workshop
2016
DACA Training
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Initial and Renewal Applications
2016
Beyond the Surface Podcast
Shannon Underwood on The Coming End of DACA,
2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter) CLE
Challenges in Immigration Court
2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington chapter) Monthly Meeting
Paralegal Training and Tips for Removal Proceedings
2015
AILA NW Conference
Bond Matters
2013
WSBA Spotlight Program
Immigration Law: Ethics Issues
2013
Immigration 101: An Intro to Immigration Practice
Permanent (immigrant) visas
2013
Immigration 101: An intro to immigration practice
Citizenship and Naturalization
2013
Immigration 101: An Intro to Immigration Practice
Broad Bases of Legal Immigration
2012
Eastside Legal Assistance Program CLE
Applying for Lawful Permanent Residency
2012
AILA NW Conference
Removal Defense and Motions Practice
2009
June AILA WA CLE
How Marriage, Separation, and Divorce Can Affect our Clients: Priority Dates, Adjustment of Status, and Naturalization
2007
ILW.com Teleconference
Adjustment of Status: A 360 Degree View: Adjustment in Removal Proceedings
2007
Eastside Empowerment Group Event
How to Become a U.S. Citizen
2007
AILA National Teleconference
Employment-Based Immigrant Visas for Newer Practitioners: A Broad Overview of Assessing, Preparing, and Filing an EB Case
2007
AILA National Conference
Family Issues in Employment-Based Nonimmigrant Visas
2006
Northwest Regional Immigration Law Conference
Family Relationships
2006
Eastside Empowerment Group Event
How to Become a U.S. Citizen
2006
AILA National Conference
Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Processing: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
2005
Eastside Empowerment Group Event
How to Become a U.S. Citizen
Publications
2007
Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
2006
AILA Dispatch
Touring an Immigration Related Facility
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers