- SEATTLE: 206-621-1110
- TACOMA: 253-572-1000
NOTE: We are not accepting new clients for immigration law cases at this time.
Although we are not accepting new cases for immigration law, we would be happy to take your call and try to point you in the right direction.
Helping immigrants obtain the proper U.S. visa for their situation
Whether you intend to stay in the U.S. for a short time or on a permanent basis, it is important to secure the necessary visa to avoid possible removal, deportation, or other penalties.
The experienced immigration attorneys at the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess can help you identify and obtain the correct temporary or permanent visa for your circumstances, so contact our office today for assistance.
Temporary visa options
A temporary visa—also known as a nonimmigrant visa—is needed if you are intending to stay in the U.S. on a temporary basis for a specific purpose. There are many different types of available temporary visas, only some of which include:
- F-1 student visa
- B-1 business visa
- B-2 tourism visa
- E-1 and E-2 trade and investment visas
- H-1B specialty worker visa
- H-2B temporary worker visa
- O-1 visa for individuals of extraordinary ability in sports, arts, sciences, or similar fields
- R-1 religious worker visa
There are many additional visas available depending on your particular needs.
Permanent visa options
There are several different ways in which you may receive permanent residency status (your green card) in the U.S. Some methods are as follows:
- Employment-based visa – There are five different classifications of permanent visas based on employment available depending on your background, qualifications, and the position you wish to take. Whether you are an entrepreneur, athlete, scientist, professional, or worker, there are visas available if you meet the criteria.
- Family-based visa – You may be eligible for this type of permanent visa if you are the family member of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Visa based on asylum or refugee status – Permanent visas may be available to individuals one year after they are granted asylum in the U.S. or after they enter the U.S. based on refugee status.
There are also other ways to obtain a permanent visa if you have special circumstances.
Do not delay in calling a Washington immigration lawyer to discuss your situation
Choosing and applying for the appropriate visa can be complicated. At the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in Washington State, our skilled visa attorneys have helped many individuals obtain the necessary residency status and be lawfully present in the U.S.
Contact our office in Seattle at 206-621-1110 or in Tacoma at 253-572-1000 to discuss your temporary or permanent visa needs today.
Attorney Robert Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners. His is a practical approach to law, which strives to balance the need for a successful legal outcome with a client’s financial goals (or constraints). Outside of his private practice, Rob serves as an adjunct professor at the Seattle University School of Law where he teaches real estate litigation. [ Attorney Bio ]
Thomas L. Dickson
Tom is an experienced litigator and the founding partner of the firm. For over 30 years, he’s helped clients prevail in their real estate, construction, and business law matters.
Heather Burgess
Heather represents property owners and developers in all phases of real estate development, from pre-acquisition due diligence through local permitting and appeals.
Robert P. Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners.
Daniel J. Frohlich
Dan’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and probate law. He has more than 10 years of experience as an attorney serving clients throughout Western Washington.
Mark S. Johnson
Mark’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and family law. He works tirelessly to help his clients achieve the outcome they are looking for.
Trevor A. Zandell
Since graduating with honors from law school in 2005, Trevor has been serving the legal needs of businesses, individuals, and families across Southwest Washington.
Daniel E. Pizarro
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Daniel is active in the firm’s civil litigation department. His practice is mainly centered around real estate law, landlord-tenant law, construction law, and probate law.
Alexander J. Wisbey
Alexander Wisbey comes to the firm with 5 years of experience as a litigator and trial attorney. He has first chaired several jury trials and has extensive experience handling arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and settlements.
Andrew Hata
Andrew is the head of our Transactional Department and focuses his practice on corporate governance, real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate finance.
Kelley Duggan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kelley practices in a wide range of areas, including estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and intellectual property law.
Cambria A. Queen
Cambria is an Associate with Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in the civil litigation department, where she practices primarily real estate and probate law.
George Knight
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, George is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. His practice is mainly centered around business law, real estate law, construction law, employment law, and probate law.
Chris Pierce-Wright
Chris comes to Phillips Burgess Tacoma from Seattle, where he served as an associate attorney focused on insurance litigation with Wilson Smith Cochran Dickerson.
Jennifer Yoo
Jennifer is an associate attorney at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess where her current practice focuses on real estate law, contract and commercial disputes, and business law.
Katherine E. Baals
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Katherine practices in a range of areas, including real estate, construction, business, and civil litigation.
Kenneth Chan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC, Kenny is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. Prior to working at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kenny was an in-house attorney for a Fortune 100 company.
Brian Buske
Following his graduation from Lewis & Clark Law School, Brian garnered valuable client experience working on international compliance and intellectual property issues.
Kyla S. Bennett
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kyla practices in a range of areas, including real estate, land use, and civil litigation.
