Washington Asylum and Refugee Protection Attorney

Living in fear of persecution is distressing and debilitating. If you have come to the United States seeking refuge because you may be harmed in your country of origin, working with an experienced attorney can help. The Law Office of Marie B. Higuera, represents people who have been persecuted or are at risk of future persecution because of their:

• Race
• Religion
• Nationality
• Political Opinion
• Particular Social Group

Are you eligible to seek asylum based on your fear of persecution in your home country? We will make a thoughtful analysis of your case.
Contact us to schedule an appointment: 206-267-0233 or 866-591-6454.

Applying for Asylum

Our attorneys are respected for their experience and thorough understanding of asylum law. We have extensive experience with affirmative applications for asylum, and defensive applications made in removal proceedings. If you fear harm in your country of origin based on a protected ground, you may be eligible for asylum. To apply, you must show persecution is a reasonable possibility.

Applying for Withholding of Removal

For those who do not qualify for asylum because they did not apply on time or have certain criminal convictions, the Law Office of Marie B. Higuera can determine whether you may be eligible for withholding of removal, a form of relief similar to asylum. We can also assist with applications for relief under the Convention Against Torture, for individuals not eligible for asylum, but who fear serious harm upon return to their country of origin.

The Law Office of Marie Higuera is experienced in many types of asylum claims, including:

• Persecution based on your actual or imputed political opinion and activity
• Religious persecution
• Persecution based on ethnic group or nationality
• Persecution based on sexual orientation
• Persecution because of HIV status
• Gender based persecution, including persecution by a domestic partner or other family member (domestic violence)

To schedule an appointment, please contact the office. We offer reasonable prices and personal legal advice. Call 206-267-0233 or 866-591-6454 today.

Law Office of Marie B. Higuera, Immigration Attorneys

The Hoge Building
705 Second Avenue, Suite 610
Seattle, WA 98104
Telephone: 206-267-0233 | 206-267-0234
Fax: 206-267-0230
Toll Free: 866-591-6454
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The Law Office of Marie B. Higuera, Immigration Attorneys, is located in Seattle, Washington, and represents clients throughout the Puget Sound area and the State of Washington, including the communities of Bellingham, Everett, Tacoma, Vancouver, Yakima, Wehatchee and Spokane.