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Daniel J. Smith
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Biography
Extensive background in all aspects of immigration law. Concentration in family-based green cards, adjustment of status, naturalization/citizenship, consular processing, fiancee visas, asylum and removal/deportation defense proceedings. Experience with work visas (H-1Bs/TNs), employment-based green cards and investor visas (E-2s)
Daniel graduated magna cum laude from West Chester University of Pennsylvania where he received a degree in Political Science. He then attended Seattle University Law School for his law degree. During law school, Daniel concentrated his studies on subjects that led to his interest in international law matters, such as immigration and environmental law. Daniel was also active in the Public Interest Law Foundation and the Environmental Law Society and was awarded the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for excellent achievement in the study of international environmental law.
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Daniel J. Smith
145 NW 85th St., Suite 103, Seattle, WA, 98117
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Daniel J. Smith's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Arvinder Singh | February 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Trustworthy Attorney and Kind Staff
The best Attorney and one of the trustworthy person, I ever met in my life. Highly appreciate his truthfulness, no hidden charges, quick response on every email message. Everyone knows when person comes to USA, he has financially issues and looking for someone trustworthy who can charge genuine ...
Posted by Ismail Baker | April 18, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
An Experienced and Competent Immigration Attorney
When I contacted attorney Smith's office, his staff was very professional and responsive. They were able to set an appointment for urgent consultation with attorney Smith in a timely manner. Attorney Smith listened and understood my story. Despite the urgency in my case, he was able to present all po...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Green card
Very excellent laywer to work with. I got my passport through my laywer Daniel and the very important thing he helped me GET MY GREEN CARD.....Excellent to with with.... I would recommend this laywer....
Posted by Simon rolon | July 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excelente abogado
Muy profesional y excelente abogado. Fue la única persona que tomó mi caso y salimos victorioso. Fue una lucha muy fuerte ,pero con la estrategia de Daniel pudimos avanzar en el proceso y al final mi esposa logró su green card. Thanks
Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended
Daniel was really patient and detailed when explaining the immigration process and answered numerous questions over the phone to help us prepare for it. He was always helpful, prepared all of the paperwork for us, and even attended the interview with us. He even gave us tips as to what to expect.
Daniel J. Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Daniel because he takes time and care for individual thorough work in every case."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Dan since my law school days and worked with him in Seattle. He is a caring and compassionate advocate for his clients."
"DEDICATED, HARDWORKING, EFFECTIVE and EFFICIENT are just a few words to describe Daniel. He has a real zeal and passion for not only his work but also for his clients; Daniel in action is a sight to behold. I refer clients with confidence, and I am honored to call Daniel both a colleague and a friend. "
"Daniel and I have had several clients in common and I have the utmost confidence in his ability. He is a compassionate advocate and very well versed and respected in his field. Daniel is the first person that I think of when I have questions about immigration law and someone that I refer clients to with total confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has a passion for immigration law and for his clients. I have referred clients to Daniel and know that he will be able to serve them well."
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Experience
Honors
2000
International Environmental Law, CALI Excellence for the Future Awards
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Daniel J. Smith, PLLC
2004 - 2012
Attorney, Millar & Smith Immigration Attorneys, PLLC
2002 - 2004
Associate, Herrmann Scholbe, PS, Inc.
2000 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Satterberg & Healy
Associations
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitMember
2004 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitMember
2003 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Education
2000
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Immigration and Family Law
Languages
Amharic
French
Spanish
Mandarin
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Adjustment of status in the us?
08 May 2020
Q&A
Can I change my status from B2 visitor visa to E2 investor visa?
06 May 2020