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Scott Railton practices United States immigration and naturalization law, with an emphasis on advising businesses and human resources departments. His counsel is relied upon by renowned professionals, including business executives, research scientists, and physician specialists. Mr. Railton reserves a portion of his practice for the litigation of admissibility and removal issues, humanitarian matters, and immigration advocacy. Situated near the border, he has gained a special expertise regarding U.S.-Canadian border processing and other related admissibility matters.
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Acquired: 1998
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1305 11th St, Suite 301, Bellingham, WA, 98225-7004
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Posted by Tyler | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
In January 2019, I had an issue at the Pac Hwy border crossing - one of the officers felt that something which occurred 6 years previously at Peach Arch wasn't handled properly, and that it needed to be dealt with again. The result was that I was denied entry to the US and forced to seek a waiver. ...
Posted by Sharon | January 31, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Renewing my green card, which has always been a simple task in the past, turned into a fiasco. Through no fault of my own, USCIS gave me misinformation which caused my application to be denied. After much stress and frustration of trying to tackle this on my own, I turned to Scott for assistance. ...
Posted by Andrew | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Scott Railton and the staff at Cascadia Law were flawless in handling our naturalization application and the process was successfully completed without a single complication. Equally important was the courteous and thoughtful way we were treated. Their support and advice was invaluable. Should the oc...
Posted by Steven | December 5, 2014
Scott has done an excellent job helping me with my wife's and step-son's visas. He's very experienced and knowledgeable, stays on top of everything, and always keeps me informed. And he's a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Scott.
Posted by Owen | August 18, 2010
My adjustment of status was made a very stress free process. The package that Mr. Railton put together left no room for error or question. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney to represent my wife and I. Thank you Scott!
"Scott has a reputation as the lawyer that lawyers call when they have a difficult immigration question. I'm lucky to have worked with Scott on a matter in the past and to count him as a resource for tough questions. His stellar reputation is well-deserved."
"I highly recommend Scott. He is extremely knowledgeable, works quickly, and a nice person as well. You'll be lucky to have Scott in your corner."
"As a colleague, I have had the opportunity to discuss complex immigration issues with Scott Railton. He is knowledgeable, creative, and well respected by his community of colleagues."
"I respectfully endorse Scott Railton. He knows immigration issues and is caring. Mr. Railton is highly involved in the immigration lawyer community. I have witnessed him advocating for better immigration laws in Washington DC and he is the well-informed, warm, and no-frills advocate I would want on my side."
"Scott is a tireless advocate for his clients. He treats each with dignity, respect, and care. He is extremely intelligent, and I trust his insight and assessment of legal matters without hesitation. I work in the field of criminal defense, and having Scott as a resource when I represent non-citizens has been priceless. He has helped me help others, and I have sent many clients to see him regarding immigration issues. I have only heard rave reviews from my clients after they meet Scott and work with him in the extremely complex area of immigration law."
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2001 - Present
Attorney, Cascadia Cross-Border Law
1998 - 2001
Civil Litigation Attorney, Northwest Washington Law Firms (Whatcom and Skagit)
2016 - Present
Washington Medical-Legal PartnershipVolunteer Attorney
2014 - Present
International Medical Graduate TaskforceMember
2001 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Chair - Washington State Government Committee
2015 - 2016
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChair- Advocacy Committee - Washington State Chapter
2014 - 2015
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChair - Consular Committee - Washington State Chapter
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationPast Chair - Washington State Chapter
2012 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChair, Washington State Chapter
2012 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
2010 - 2012
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationVice-Chair, Washington State Chapter
2009 - 2010
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationSecretary, Washington State Chapter
2007 - 2008
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationTreasurer, Washington State Chapter
2006 - 2012
Western Washington University Alumni AssociationVice-President; Director
2002 - 2003
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State Chapter)Co-Chair - Consumer Protection Committee
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JD - Juris Doctor
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Bachelor of Science, with highest honors
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The Border, Waivers, and Marijuana
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AILA Annual Conference Roundup
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Immigration Law 101
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Cross-Border Real Estate Investment - Travel and Immigration Planning
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Benefits of Whatcom County for Canadian Businesses
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U.S. Immigration for the International Business Person
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Hot Topics from AILA National Conference in Nashville
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DREAM Act
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Immigration Law Update
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Annual Conference Update-Hot Topics, USCBP and USCIS
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U.S. Customs & Border Protection Panel Moderator
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Paralegal's Introduction to Immigration and Naturalization
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Waivers!
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U.S. Customs & Border Protection Panel Moderator
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Advanced Topics In Law: Immigration Law and Policy
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Expedited Removal & Port Court
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Post-Conviction Issues and Strategies for Non-Citizens
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Employment Based Immigration for the Private Practitioner
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