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Spanish-Speaking, Seattle Immigration Lawyer with 20+ Years of Exclusive Immigration Law Experience
Since graduating from Northern Illinois University's School of Law in 2004, Lesley Irizarry-Hougan has devoted herself exclusively to practicing immigration law. She founded L.I.H. Law in 2009, which has earned a reputation as one of the top immigration law firms in the greater Seattle area.
Specialized Immigration Services:
Unique Qualifications:
Licensed in Washington State, Illinois, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. The entire L.I.H. Law team is bilingual (Spanish/English) and Hispanic, allowing deep cultural understanding of immigrant communities.
Awards & Recognition:
Community Involvement:
Active member of American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Regularly provides pro-bono services through Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP), conducts free immigration workshops, volunteers during Naturalization Day, and travels throughout Washington State for free immigration legal clinics.
L.I.H. Law serves the most vulnerable immigrant populations, including asylum seekers, domestic violence survivors, and families seeking to legalize their status in the United States.
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Abogada de Inmigración en Seattle con más de 20 Años de Experiencia Exclusiva en Leyes de Inmigración
Desde su graduación de Northern Illinois University's School of Law en 2004, Lesley Irizarry-Hougan se ha dedicado exclusivamente a practicar leyes de inmigración. Fundó L.I.H. Law en 2009, el cual ha ganado la reputación de ser uno de los bufetes de inmigración superiores del área metropolitana de Seattle.
Servicios Especializados de Inmigración:
Calificaciones Únicas:
Con licencia en el Estado de Washington, Illinois, Corte de Apelaciones de EE.UU. para el Noveno Circuito, y Corte Federal de Distrito para el Distrito Oeste de Washington. Todo el equipo de L.I.H. Law es bilingüe (español/inglés) e hispano, permitiendo un profundo entendimiento cultural de las comunidades inmigrantes.
Premios y Reconocimientos:
Participación Comunitaria:
Miembro activa de American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Regularmente proporciona servicios pro-bono a través de Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP), conduce talleres gratuitos de inmigración, sirve como voluntaria durante el Día de Naturalización, y viaja por todo el estado de Washington para clínicas legales gratuitas de inmigración.
L.I.H. Law sirve a las poblaciones inmigrantes más vulnerables, incluyendo solicitantes de asilo, sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica, y familias que buscan legalizar su estatus en los Estados Unidos.
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22 years | 1,000 cases
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
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159 Denny Way, Suite 107, Seattle, WA, 98109
immigrationlawseattle.com/
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Posted by Iemaima Kaleopa | September 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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I can’t say enough about Leslie Irizarry immigration law firm how she was helping me tremendously and greatest advice on my case, she really helped me on my stress levels and give me hope when I needed the most, I will recommend anyone want any help through Immgrations’s status she will be your great...
Thank you, Iemaima! It's wonderful to hear that we could provide both excellent legal advice and the emotional support you needed during what can be such a stressful immigration process. Knowing that we helped reduce your stress levels and gave you hope when you needed it most truly touches our hearts. That peace of mind and comfort with your loved ones is exactly what we strive to provide every client. Thank you for recommending L.I.H. Law, and we wish you and your family continued happiness!
Posted by Yumali | November 05, 2014 | Immigration
Best Immigration Service
I don’t know how to thank Attorney Lesley Irizarry-Hougan for what she did for me; she and her team handled my U visa for domestic violence. I was going through some difficult times both financially and emotionally when she took my case with no other interest than being humanitarian. She handled my c...
Yumali, your words touch my heart deeply, and I hope you and your son are safe, healthy, and thriving after all these years. U visa cases for domestic violence survivors are some of the most important work we do - no one should have to face such difficult circumstances alone. I'm honored that we could provide not just legal representation, but the compassionate support you needed during such a challenging time. Your strength and courage inspire me, and I'm grateful we could help you build a safer future for you and your son. Thank you for sharing your story.
"Lesley is an exceptional attorney. Her dedication to her practice has resulted in its significant growth in recent years. I have personally worked with Lesley in the past and always admired her spirit and fierce advocacy. I highly recommend LIH Law!"
"I had the pleasure of briefly working with Lesley with last year. I could immediately tell that she was very dedicated to her clients and held herself to very high standards. I would proudly recommend her legal services!"
"I have known Lesley for seven years now, as I previously worked for her at a different firm. She is an exceptionally knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. I consider Lesley to be my mentor in the world of immigration, often seeking advice or discussion on a specific issue. I highly recommend her."
"I highly recommend Lesley for immigration representation. We worked in the same firm for about 4 or 5 years and I observed her in court as an aggressive, compassionate and intelligent litigator. She will work very hard for her client and she gets very good results."
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Rockford University Award of Distinction Outstanding Young Alum, Rockford University
2014
Young Alumna of the Year Award, Northern Illinois University College of Law
2009 - Present
Attorney, L.I.H. Law, P.S.
2005 - 2009
Attorney, Rios Cantor, P.S.
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationImmigration and Customs Enforcement Liaison Committee
2009 - Present
Amnesty InternationalMember
2009 - Present
OneAmericaMember
2006 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2005 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2004
Juris Doctorate
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Spanish
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Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Expanded Eligibility for Provisional Waivers of Inadmissibility
31 Dec 2014
What is a U Visa? What is the Eligibility for a U Visa?
23 Jul 2014
What is a Fiancé(e) Visa and How Does it Work?
23 Jul 2014