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I am incredibly grateful to attorney David Kim for successfully handling my very complex immigration case. Before finding him, I consulted several high-profile lawyers, but none of them could give me a clear or definitive answer about how my case should be approached. From our first conversation, it was obvious that he had the knowledge, confidence, and experience necessary to develop the right strategy. He is not only highly competent—you can genuinely tell that he loves what he does and is deeply committed to helping his clients. His previous experience as an immigration judge was especially valuable. He understands how immigration judges and government attorneys evaluate a case, which allowed him to anticipate their concerns and present my case effectively. Most importantly, he achieved a successful outcome when others could not even explain what should be done. I highly recommend attorney Kim to anyone facing a complicated immigration matter. He is an exceptional lawyer, a true professional, and someone you can trust with your future.

We had an excellent experience working with the entire attorney team, including Heather Roberts, John Pratt, and Clayton Oates. Throughout our case, they were consistently attentive, proactively following up and keeping us well informed at every stage. They addressed all of our questions thoroughly and with professionalism, which gave us great confidence in the process. We would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking legal assistance with marriage-based petition cases.

Consultation with Former Judge David Kwangsoo Kim I paid $500 for a one-hour consultation with former judge David Kwangsoo Kim regarding my immigration case. I sent all of my case documents in advance, but during the consultation, it felt like he had not reviewed or understood my materials at all. There was no sign of preparation. Because of his background as a former judge, I expected deeper insight and a different perspective than what typical immigration attorneys provide. However, the consultation was very superficial, with little practical strategy or concrete guidance. In fact, it felt less helpful than consultations I’ve had with immigration attorneys who charge $100–$150 per hour. In particular, his understanding of current immigration practice and practical, hands-on experience seemed quite limited. Most of the consultation focused on negative statements like “it will be difficult” or “it may not work,” without offering realistic options or strategic direction. Overall, the value did not justify the cost. After the session, I shared my concerns about the lack of substance for a $500/hour consultation. I was told that his usual rate is $1,000 per hour and that $500 was a “discount.” However, regardless of the stated rate, the level of preparation, depth of analysis, and practical expertise did not feel appropriate for such a high fee. I went in expecting meaningful insight because of his former judge title, but the experience was disappointing.

I am so grateful for attorneys Heather Roberts and Helena Tetzeli. I had a very complicated case, but they both navigated the process meticulously and got me the best result possible. They communicated regularly and were very honest and upfront about the costs and didn't bill me later for more money as other attorneys have tried to in the past. I have since referred two other people to their firm and if anyone is reading this, I highly recommend this firm to you. Thank you again, Heather and Helena!

I retained John Pratt for a marriage-based immigration case and ended up switching to a new lawyer after about four months. Thankfully, my new attorney successfully obtained my green card. Here are some of the major issues I experienced: 1. Lack of progress and multiple errors: After nearly four months, there was little to no progress on my case, and I discovered several mistakes in the application materials they prepared. (As a recent law school graduate myself, I was able to identify these errors.) 2. Overpriced for the quality of service: The firm charged well above the market rate, which I initially assumed reflected higher-quality legal work—but that was not the case. They were slow to respond to questions, unhelpful on key issues, and overall did not provide competent representation. 3. Issues with refund process: When I terminated the contract, it took nearly a month to receive my refund because they repeatedly made errors with my bank information. They never apologized and even attempted to place the blame on me, despite my providing correct details. 4. Refusal to provide work product: Upon termination, I requested copies of all work product related to my case. The firm refused, claiming ownership of the documents. This is inconsistent with professional responsibility rules, which make clear that clients are entitled to their own case files. Overall, I would not recommend this firm based on my experience.

I am incredibly grateful to attorney David Kim for successfully handling my very complex immigration case. Before finding him, I consulted several high-profile lawyers, but none of them could give me a clear or definitive answer about how my case should be approached. From our first conversation, it was obvious that he had the knowledge, confidence, and experience necessary to develop the right strategy. He is not only highly competent—you can genuinely tell that he loves what he does and is deeply committed to helping his clients. His previous experience as an immigration judge was especially valuable. He understands how immigration judges and government attorneys evaluate a case, which allowed him to anticipate their concerns and present my case effectively. Most importantly, he achieved a successful outcome when others could not even explain what should be done. I highly recommend attorney Kim to anyone facing a complicated immigration matter. He is an exceptional lawyer, a true professional, and someone you can trust with your future.

We had an excellent experience working with the entire attorney team, including Heather Roberts, John Pratt, and Clayton Oates. Throughout our case, they were consistently attentive, proactively following up and keeping us well informed at every stage. They addressed all of our questions thoroughly and with professionalism, which gave us great confidence in the process. We would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking legal assistance with marriage-based petition cases.

Consultation with Former Judge David Kwangsoo Kim I paid $500 for a one-hour consultation with former judge David Kwangsoo Kim regarding my immigration case. I sent all of my case documents in advance, but during the consultation, it felt like he had not reviewed or understood my materials at all. There was no sign of preparation. Because of his background as a former judge, I expected deeper insight and a different perspective than what typical immigration attorneys provide. However, the consultation was very superficial, with little practical strategy or concrete guidance. In fact, it felt less helpful than consultations I’ve had with immigration attorneys who charge $100–$150 per hour. In particular, his understanding of current immigration practice and practical, hands-on experience seemed quite limited. Most of the consultation focused on negative statements like “it will be difficult” or “it may not work,” without offering realistic options or strategic direction. Overall, the value did not justify the cost. After the session, I shared my concerns about the lack of substance for a $500/hour consultation. I was told that his usual rate is $1,000 per hour and that $500 was a “discount.” However, regardless of the stated rate, the level of preparation, depth of analysis, and practical expertise did not feel appropriate for such a high fee. I went in expecting meaningful insight because of his former judge title, but the experience was disappointing.

I am so grateful for attorneys Heather Roberts and Helena Tetzeli. I had a very complicated case, but they both navigated the process meticulously and got me the best result possible. They communicated regularly and were very honest and upfront about the costs and didn't bill me later for more money as other attorneys have tried to in the past. I have since referred two other people to their firm and if anyone is reading this, I highly recommend this firm to you. Thank you again, Heather and Helena!

I retained John Pratt for a marriage-based immigration case and ended up switching to a new lawyer after about four months. Thankfully, my new attorney successfully obtained my green card. Here are some of the major issues I experienced: 1. Lack of progress and multiple errors: After nearly four months, there was little to no progress on my case, and I discovered several mistakes in the application materials they prepared. (As a recent law school graduate myself, I was able to identify these errors.) 2. Overpriced for the quality of service: The firm charged well above the market rate, which I initially assumed reflected higher-quality legal work—but that was not the case. They were slow to respond to questions, unhelpful on key issues, and overall did not provide competent representation. 3. Issues with refund process: When I terminated the contract, it took nearly a month to receive my refund because they repeatedly made errors with my bank information. They never apologized and even attempted to place the blame on me, despite my providing correct details. 4. Refusal to provide work product: Upon termination, I requested copies of all work product related to my case. The firm refused, claiming ownership of the documents. This is inconsistent with professional responsibility rules, which make clear that clients are entitled to their own case files. Overall, I would not recommend this firm based on my experience.