Minda Anya Thorward

Minda Anya Thorward

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration

5600 C Rainier Ave S Ste 208, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 16 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2009

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 18 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2006

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Minda Anya Thorward

5600 C Rainier Ave S Ste 208, Seattle, WA, 98118

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Minda Anya Thorward's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Susan | January 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney

I hired Minda to be my attorney before Covid. We had a big set back but despite all that she kept helping move my case the best way she could. Patience is advised if you going to work with her. My case was approved and together we are doing the next steps. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Shola | January 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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Won BIA Appeal

I met Minda during the most stressful time of my life - my adjustment application was denied for fraud. So I was calling a lot of lawyers trying to find the most competent. Unlike several other lawyers who wouldn't even speak to you until you have an appointment, Minda noticed how stressed I was, so... she had a quick chat with me before we scheduled a proper call to discuss my case. During that time, I also spoke to other lawyers, but I found her argument most compelling, so i decided to move forward with her. And i wasn't disappointed. She got my denial overturned through a BIA appeal, and I'm now a permanent resident. I would describe Minda as a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney, hence i'd recommend to anyone.

Posted by Teresa | May 7, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

To Minda

You are an excellent lawyer, you have done a quality job about my case, you are the best,well elaborated and well defended in the court. Is thanks to you, your discipline and your knowledge, that now I have my asylum can stay and bring my family. Bravo to you Minda you are really excellent lawyer.

Posted by Davies | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Recommendation

I can not imagine working with another lawyer. Minda’s commitment and professionalism exceeded my expectations. She won our case due to her in-depth knowledge and research based on circumstances and l will be forever grateful. I would recommend her to anyone, anytime. Thank you.

Posted by Musa | May 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best attorney

I met Minda when I was really down, the first appointment I had with Minda made me feel like I had met an angel. She is so kind, very helpful and committed to her clients, she gave me time and listened to all my questions and she always had the best answers. With Mindas help my asylum was granted. Th...ank you so much. You have given me a lifetime story to tell.

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Minda Anya Thorward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Devin Theriot-Orr

Immigration lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Minda and I have worked together on several matters. She is highly competent and driven to get results for her clients. She is on my (relatively short) list of attorneys to whom I refer matters when I am unable to accept a new case. In short, you would be in very good hands with her."

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Mercedes Riggs

Immigration lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Minda is a thoughtful, conscientious, hardworking attorney. I'm confident in her abilities, and can rest assured when I've referred clients to her, knowing that they will be in good hands."

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Gustavo Cueva

Immigration lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Minda is a very dedicated and intelligent lawyer. I refer clients to her knowing that she will be professional, courteous, and work hard to achieve a positive result."

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Brittany Lowe

Immigration lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Minda is a highly intelligent attorney with a strong work ethic. She works with passion and care for her clients and is well respected in the community."

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Michele Carney

Immigration lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Minda is one of the most compassionate attorneys I have ever met. She and I worked on the pro bono CARA project together in Texas, helping immigrant women and children from Central America, fleeing violence. Minda truly cared for each and every woman she helped and went out of her way to do everything in her power to make a difference in their cases. This type of caring and compassionate is not found in many lawyers."

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Gustavo Cueva

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Brittany Lowe

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Mercedes Riggs

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Michele Carney

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, Thorward Immigration Law, PLLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Memeber

Education

2006

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Salisbury University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

French

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