Nancy Karean Whitehead

Nancy Karean Whitehead

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Personal Injury

PO Box 84567, Seattle, WA

About Nancy

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Asylum, Family Immigration, DACA, and Removal

11 years | 69 cases

90%
Personal Injury 10%

Personal Injury of all kinds

31 years | 30 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of James F. Whitehead

PO Box 84567, Seattle, WA, 98124

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Nancy Karean Whitehead's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

5 star (32)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Lorenzo | August 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very experienced

Once we got the ball rolling, the process was quick. Very nice and professional.

Posted by THI | August 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She is the one you can put your trust and hope in.

From an overstay visa, everything was in limbo. Luckily I found her. She helped me and now I am an American citizen.

Posted by Molly | December 18, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

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

Lifesaver! Amazing!

Nancy is a life savor. I needed some advice and knowledge on applying for my Naturalization / citizenship process and future plans on my parents potentially moving here and Nancy was so informative, she got back to me right away, was so easy to talk to and was so very helpful! I honestly cannot thank... her enough and will be using her for all of mine and my families future immigration purposes.

Posted by Hildah | August 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Royal Service

We have worked with Nancy since 2016 ,We have reffered alot of our friends and family to her, Her job is excellent . Very professional. pocket friendly Serves with honesty. I would recommend anyone in need to contact her.

Posted by Mehak | April 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Immigration Lawyer

I had the privilege of working with Nancy for my immigration case, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome. Her exceptional expertise, professionalism, and genuine care throughout the entire process were truly remarkable. From the initial consultation to the successful resolution of my case..., Nancy guided me with confidence and reassurance, making what could have been a daunting experience feel manageable and even empowering. Thanks to her dedication and advocacy, I can now move forward with my life with confidence and security. I highly recommend Nancy to anyone in need of immigration legal services; her commitment to her clients' well-being sets them apart in the field. She is an amazing human being and lawyer.

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Nancy Karean Whitehead's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yan Siprin

Immigration lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nancy helped a number of clients and non-clients with various immigration issues. The feedback I got was that she is very smart, clear and people loved working with her."

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Luz Metz

Immigration lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nancy is an excellent attorney. She is dedicated and committed to help her clients."

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Luz Metz

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

2017

10 Best Attorneys Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Legal Counsel

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of James F Whitehead

Associations

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member of Washington State Chapter's Asylum Committee

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2013

Washington State Law Clerk Program

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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