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Carl Michael Balediata

4.9
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer Practice Areas: Immigration

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Immigration 100%

All aspects of United States Immigration Law from Deportation Defense to Family and Business/Employment Based Immigration since October of 2000 to present. Specialties All non-immigrant and immigrant visas including H1B, TN, O, P, R-1, L-1A, L-1B, E-1/E-2 Investor, K-1, K-3 visas. PERM Labor Certification, I-140 petition, I-130 petition, Adjustment of Status, NACARA, Family Unity, Cancellation of Removal, Voluntary Departure, Naturalization, Consular Processing, I601 and I212 Waivers

27 years | 1,500 cases

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Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Carl Michael Balediata's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Posted by Anthony | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A very good lawyer!

I contacted Carl a year ago regarding getting my wife and two daughters to the United States. Carl gave us the information that I needed to get my two daughters their citizenship through being birth abroad and applying for the application for my wife's visa. It took no more than 10 months and my wi...fe had her visa appointment. She completed the visa appointment and now she and my girls are on their way here to the US in a month.

Posted by Daniel | August 11, 2015 | Immigration

THE BEST IN EVERY WAY

I was referred to Carl Balediata by a friend. I live in Bothell Washington and as a US Citizen i wanted to petition my wife, i consulted 4 different Immigration attorney in Seattle WA. and they all told me that there was nothing we can do but wait for an amnesty. We were desperate because our 3 child...'s were born in the United States and we couldn't have a family vacation or even plan to visit our family in Mexico. Since the first time we spoke by phone he was very professional and one thing that i like about Carl, is that he always get back to you by email or phone. He told me that we could do the hole process by email and sending all the paper that he needs by Mail, and didn't have to come over to his office at all. He told us that my wife had to go to Mexico for 6-8 months. It took exactly 6 months then my wife was back home. Thank you Carl, you're the BEST. I highly recommend Carl for any Immigration case. One more thing, he will always talk to you with the true and never charge you for something that he knows there is nothing he can do. I will definitely hire him again for my wife citizenship.

Posted by Elvia | July 16, 2015 | Immigration

Exceptional service

I was referred to Mr Balediata through a friend. I had a difficult unique immigration case. I had previously gone to two other lawyers that told me, "Sorry there is nothing more you can do." Mr. Balediata gave me very wise counsel that opened a door to a unique solution that none of the other lawye...rs even thought about. He gave me the resources I needed and has always been more than willing to assist me with questions that I have had along the way ALL without charge. I could not believe his generosity. He is a straight shooter and ethical lawyer. I trust him and have referred friends to his office. All have been pleased with his services as have I. I would never endorse anyone I didn't believe in or trust, especially a lawyer.

Posted by Ben | July 15, 2015 | Immigration

The Best Period.

Carl is exactly what people are looking for when it comes to an immigration lawyer. I get tears in my eyes when I think back to that time.. He guided my wife Gabriela and I through one of the most difficult of immigration problems that could happen to anyone. He handled it like a boss and his rate... was overly fair for what he had to go through with our case. If it were not for Carl, I would be stuck in another country right now. We have nothing but utter gratitude for his one of a kind services. You will not find better representation anywhere at any price. Thank you so much Carl!!

Posted by Tai | July 15, 2015 | Immigration

Very professional

I highly recommend Carl to anyone who needs a trustworthy person. He's helped so many people that I know with their green cards as well as mines. You definitely gain the confidence in him that he will get the job done. I will take my family members to Carl anytime.

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Jeffrey Neeman

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Carl is the only attorney I will refer to for Immigration matters. Many immigration attorneys take advantage of their clients' predicament to get a fee and offer hope when there is truly no hope to be had. Carl is an honest attorney who desires only to help immigrants fulfill their dream to become an American citizen. He is a straight-shooter and I have the utmost respect for how he handles his practice."

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Jason Mills

Immigration lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Balediata since law school (late 1990s). Since that time, he has developed a keen and deep understanding of our nation's complex immigration laws. In fact, despite that we practice in different states, I send all of my clients that need immigration advice directlyto Mr. Balediata. On several occasions he has expertly assisted clients of mine that needed legal advice in the area of immigration law. I highly endorse Mr. Balediata."

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Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Senior Attorney, Law Office Lilia Velasquez

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California Western SOL

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Univ of California Irvine

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