About Mary
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
10 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Mary Elizabeth Hawkins's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
3 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
Posted by Arbri | December 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Client
She is Not Just an Attorney She is a Lovely and Caring Person. 100% Trusted and Recommended . I got my U Visa just couple days ago, now I can live peacefully and not worry about get deported. Thank you Elizabeth.
Posted by Greg | May 13, 2012 | Immigration
5 Star Endorsement
We were referred to Elizabeth Hawkins through a trusted friend. My wife was applying for a visa change of status or green card and the importance of the outcome to us warranted professional assistance. Throughout the process, Elizabeth and her Assistant (Marsha) kept us informed, organized everythi...
Posted by Gonzalo | March 04, 2012 | Immigration
Client
Mary Elizabeth Hawkins solved my immigration case in a timely manner with etic and professionalism. Elizabeth is a reasonable and kind attorney because she acknowledged that during this difficult economy my financial situation was not the best and charged me the lowest rate for a case like mine. I me...
Mary Elizabeth Hawkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse and strongly recommend Elizabeth. She is an energetic, compassionate, and hardworking attorney. She generously shares her knowledge and experience with other immigration attorneys in the community. Overall she is a kind-hearted and strong advocate for immigrants."
"I highly recommend Elizabeth. She is a talented, experienced attorney who is passionate about her work. She is tenacious, knowledgeable, and a true advocate who works very hard for each and every one of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is an excellent immigration attorney. She has a deep understanding of our nation's immigration laws and fights hard for her clients."
"Elizabeth has been rightfully recognized as a “Super-Lawyer,” and a leading advocate for survivors of crime, persecution and domestic abuse. Elizabeth approaches each case with compassion for her client and commitment to achieving the best possible result. I endorse Elizabeth’s work unreservedly."
"Elizabeth is a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney. Any client with an immigration matter would be fortunate to have her as counsel."
"Elizabeth is a focused and driven immigration attorney. I would highly recommend her, especially if you are pursuing a U visa."
"Elizabeth Hawkins is, by any measure, a fabulous attorney. She is smart, capable, and articulate. She cares for her clients and makes sure her clients’ cases are well-researched and argued. It is a pleasure to know her and practice with her."
"Elizabeth is fierce advocate and is very passionate about protecting her clients' interests. I highly recommend her."
"Liz is very dedicated to her clients, I have worked with her on a number of cases and she has always impressed me with her level of attention and care. This coupled with her extensive knowledge of the law and language skills makes her my top recommendation for all immigration related issues."
"Elizabeth shows empathy for her clients, speaks fluent Spanish, and is intelligent in immigration matters. I endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Elizabeth is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is diligent and will work hard to preserve your legal rights."
"Elizabeth shares office space on my floor and I have gotten to know her well as both a professional and a person. Elizabeth takes great interest in her clients' needs and works very hard for them. I endorse this lawyer."
"Elizabeth is a brilliant lawyer who cares passionately about her clients and their cases. She is diligent, thoughtful, and a pleasure to work with."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Immigration lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Unknown lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Solo/Small Firm Attorney Grant, King County Washington Women Lawyers
2012
Certificate of Appreciation for Extraordinary Volunteer Service, American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)
2012
Take Action Award, King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
2011
Certificate of Appreciation for Extraordinary Volunteer Service, American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)
2011
Volunteer of the Year, Open Door Legal Services of the Union Gospel Mission
2010
Students in Service Education Award, Americorps
2007
Sampson Fellowship in Comparative Public Interest Law, University of Washington School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Critchfield Fellow, Institute of Current World Affairs
2014 - 2019
Principal Attorney, Hawkins Law Group PLLC
2011 - 2014
Partner, Bean Porter Hawkins PLLC
2010 - 2011
Owner, Law Offices of Elizabeth Hawkins, PLLC
Associations
2016 - 2017
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Program Chair
2013 - 2017
Immigrant Families Advocacy ProjectAdvisory Council
2013 - 2019
Coaliting Ending Gender-Based Violence (formerly King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence)Resource Council
2012 - 2017
Immigrant Families Advocacy ProjectPro Bono Supervising Attorney
2011 - 2019
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Founding Co-Chair, Member, U visa Working Group
2011 - 2019
Northwest Immigrant Rights ProjectPro Bono Attorney
2011 - 2019
Kids In Need of Defense (formerly Volunteer Advocates for Immigrant Justice)Pro Bono Attorney
2011 - 2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Citizenship Day Volunteer, Site Coordinator
2011 - 2013
Union Gospel Mission: Open Door Legal ServicesVolunteer Attorney
2010 - 2011
King County Bar AssociationNeighborhood Legal Clinics Volunteer
2010 - 2016
University of Washington Immigration Law ClinicAdvisory Board Member
2009 - 2019
National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration Project
2008 - 2011
Washington Employment Lawyers Association
Education
2010
Juris Doctor
2006
2005
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2017
2017
El Proceso Migratorio en Estados Unidos: Realidades Frente a La Presidencia de Donald Trump
2017
Immigration Workshop
2017
2015
Crime Victims: Options Under Immigrant Law
2015
Domestic Violence Asylum and the Persecutor Bar
2015
Complex Issues in Adjustment of Status
2014
Supervising Students and Volunteering as an IFAP Pro Bono Attorney
2014
U Visa Certification Tips
2014
U and T Visas and VAWA (Intermediate)
2014
U Visa Updates, Practice Pointers, and Hot Topics
2013
Issues in Immigration Detention
2013
Public Interest in Private Practice
2013
Supervising Students and Volunteering as an IFAP Pro Bono Attorney
2013
Finding Financial Success While Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls: Recent Graduates Share Tips on How to Open a Firm
2013
Family-Based Adjustment of Status
2013
Overview of T Visas and Working With Law Enforcement
2013
Latest Developments Regarding U Visa Petitions
2011
Strategies for Success in Immigration Court
2011
U Visa: Beneficios migratorios para victimas en su local de trabajo
2011
Panel on Immigration Detention
Languages
Spanish