Carol L. Edward
Immigration attorney · Seattle, WA · Admitted Washington 1984, bar no. Active Registration
About this attorney
Carol L. Edward is the esteemed founder and Of Counsel to the Law Offices of Carol L. Edward & Associates, P.S., a firm dedicated to U.S. immigration and citizenship law. With over 40 years of experience since her admission to the bar in 1984, Ms. Edward has tirelessly advocated for individuals and families navigating complex immigration processes. As the daughter of immigrants herself, she possesses a profound personal understanding of the challenges her clients face, holding dual citizenship with the United States and Canada. Her practice is exclusively focused on immigration law, where she has built a reputation for compassionate and effective legal representation.
Ms. Edward earned her Juris Doctor cum laude from Seattle University in 1984, following her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California - Davis in 1980. Throughout her distinguished career, she has received numerous accolades, including consistent recognition as a "Super Lawyer" from 2007 to 2026, an AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rating, and the APEX Award for Firm Pro Bono and Public Service. She has also been honored with the Local Hero Award, the Access to Justice Award, and was named Attorney of the Year in 1997, underscoring her commitment to both her clients and the broader legal community.
Carol L. Edward's professional philosophy is rooted in a deep commitment to justice and client advocacy. She believes in providing personalized, strategic counsel, ensuring that each client receives the dedicated attention and expert guidance necessary to achieve their immigration goals. Her extensive experience, coupled with her personal background, allows her to approach every case with empathy, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes for those seeking to build new lives in the United States.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
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Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
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Consultations
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Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
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Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
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