Michael Keller

Michael Keller

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 38 years

Immigration Lawyer at Bremerton, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration

2077 Dickerson Dr NW, Bremerton, WA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Family Based Immigration, Naturalization Petitions and Appeals, Parole in Place for Relatives of Military Members/Veterans, U-Visas for Crime Victims, Special Immigrant Visas, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, Green Card Renewals, TPS Renewals.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 31 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 38 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1987

Exempt

No misconduct found

Location

Mike Keller Immigration Law, Pllc

2077 Dickerson Dr NW, Bremerton, WA, 98312

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Michael Keller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Karla | July 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Simply the best!

Couldn’t believe we found everything we needed in one single lawyer. Michael Keller has it all! Knowledge, professionalism, experience and at an affordable cost. Our case went as smooth as possible, he took care of everything. Highly recommended!!

Michael Keller

Replied last July 14, 2020

Thank you so much Karla. I really enjoyed working with your family.

Posted by Philip | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Student

Michael has been a great resource for me as immigration attorney in Des Moines. Mike has always been there for me with answers to questions on how to approached another counselor who took my money without representing my case. I went to Mike and I explained him about my situation and, he helped me un...til he recovered all of my money back. I would encourage anyone to trust Mike with your case.

Michael Keller

Replied last January 17, 2020

Thanks so much for the great review Philip. Make sure to let me know when I can be of further assistance.

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Best in the business

My family chose representation with Mr. Keller after dealing with seemingly whimsical employees at the passport agency for the better of 6 months. The agency would not send us a denial, but constantly claimed that the very documents they asked us to send them to be insufficient. We consulted other fi...rms which told us that we indeed required an attorney but could not help us with the issue or would need a lot of time and resources to do so. Mr. Keller was easily able to assess the situation, compile all the information, and devise a strategy to help my family acquire their passports. After 6 months of jumping through hoops, Mr. Keller was able to help my family acquire passports in a matter of only 2 weeks after his correspondence with the agency. I have never met such a professional, well-organized, kind and knowledgeable legal representative. For his services, his prices are quite reasonable and he gets right to work. It's also worth mentioning that communication is top notch, he is always on the go but is never too busy for you. I highly recommend that anyone who needs representation in his areas of practice to consider Michael Keller, he will not let you down.

Posted by Changyon | July 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mr. Mike Keller is the Best Immigration Lawyer Who Really Cares About His Clients

My new family needed a very good immigration lawyer. We “shopped” for a very good immigration lawyer from San Francisco, California to Washington, D.C. Of course, the prices that the lawyers quoted varied greatly. But, that was not the worst part of “shopping” for our family’s new lawyer. The persona...l attitudes and professional competencies of the multiple lawyers we called and met also varied greatly. Just when we thought we should just give up and settle by “hiring” one of those typical pompous lawyers, we found Mr. Mike Keller. From our initial consultation to our detailed legal immigration paperwork, Mr. Mike Keller proved that he is truly one of the best immigration lawyers in the country – in the USA. Most importantly, he proved with his consistent attentiveness and professionalism that he really cared about his clients. Therefore, my new family and I recommend that you must contact Mr. Mike Keller if you need the best immigration lawyer (who is not over-priced). -- by Changyon Pak (“Steven”); Raised and Educated in State of Iowa; Fan of the Chicago Bulls; World Traveler for Over 30 Years; Volunteer & Founder of “Lights of Hopes,” an Independent, Non-Denominational International Youth Advocacy & Aid Mission

Michael Keller

Replied last July 22, 2017

Thanks so much Steven, I really enjoy helping you and your family.

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Michael Keller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elena Denevich

Immigration lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He Appears to be knowledgeable and professional advocate"

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Macarena Santos

Immigration lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great advocate for his clients."

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Philip Moss

Unknown lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is a dedicated and creative attorney. I have had the opportunity to work with Mike on a number of cases and legal matters. It has always impressed me how much he cares about the concerns of his clients and their situations. I continue to seek his guidance when I have questions on my own cases. I highly recommend and endorse Mike."

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Jean Mauss

Litigation lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is knowledgeable in many areas of practice. He is sharp, works efficiently, and is highly effective. I give him the highest possible recommendation."

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Macarena Santos

Immigration lawyer

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Matthew Milligan

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Stefanie Thomas

Litigation lawyer

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Brian Lalor

Litigation lawyer

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Gretchen Jensen

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Jean Mauss

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James Neal

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Philip Moss

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

President's Award, Greater Seattle Business Association

1999

Community Service Award, Washington Lesbian & Gay Law Society

1986

Claiborne & Ritter Award for Honor, Character and Integrity, University of Virginia Law School Faculty

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Mike Keller Immigration Law, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Senior Associate, Wandro & Associates

2010 - 2012

Senior Attorney, Schott Mauss and Associates

2008 - 2010

Associate, Wandro & Associates

2001 - 2007

Investigation and Resolution Specialist, University of Washington

1994 - 2000

Of Counsel, Frank Rosen Freed Garfinkel & Roberts

1990 - 1994

Appellate and Trial Attorney, Us Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

1987 - 1990

Judicial Law Clark to Hon. Robert C. Hanson, US District Court, Northern & Southern Districts of Iowa

Associations

2016 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Taylor v. Seattle Central Towing

First Jury Verdict in Washington State finding discrimination in favor of HIV positive plaintiff

EEOC v. Pape Lift, Inc. (Oregon 1994)

Jury awarded back pay front pay and liquidated damages

Hicks v. St. Marys Honor Society, 970 F.2d (8th Cir. 1992)

8th circuit held that disproving all asserted reasons for termination in a discrimination case entitled plaintiff to verdict as a matter of law - subsequently reversed by 5-4 vote of US Supreme Court

Passer v. American Chemical Society, 935 F. 2d 322 (D.C. Cir. 1991)

Court expanded definition of retaliation to include actions taken against former employee

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Education

1984

University of Virginia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Iowa State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

1999

National Gay Rights Conference

Expanding Civil Rights Through Local Ordinances

1998

Northwest Deposition Training Program

Taking Effective Depositions

1997

King County HIV AIDS Conference

Prosecuting HIV/AIDS Discrimination Cases

1992

Washington State Conference on Equal Employment Opportunity

Americans With Disabilities Act

Publications

1992

Federal Bar News & Journal The ADA Regulations, Facilitating Individualized Justice for the Disabled

Languages

English

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