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Amsale Getnet Aberra

Immigration attorney · Seattle, WA · Admitted Washington 2006, bar no. Active Registration

About this attorney

Amsale Getnet Aberra is the founding attorney of Amsale Aberra Law, PLLC, offering dedicated representation in U.S. immigration and asylum law. With two decades of comprehensive legal experience, she assists individuals, families, and professionals across the nation in navigating the intricate procedures of the United States immigration system.

Ms. Aberra earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Washington School of Law, a Master of Arts from the United Nations-mandated University for Peace, and her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) with Great Distinction from Haramaya University. Her commitment to legal excellence has been recognized with multiple honors, including being named among the Best Immigration Lawyers in Seattle and selected to The National Advocates: Top 100.

Having immigrated to the United States from Ethiopia, Ms. Aberra brings firsthand understanding and deep empathy to her practice. She operates under the firm philosophy of providing compassionate, client-centered advocacy where a genuine passion for justice meets legal excellence.

Matters handled

Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):

Practice Focus

Asylum and refugee protection

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Green cards

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Marriage and family petitions

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Work visas

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Citizenship and naturalization

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Deportation defense

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Student visas

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Business immigration

Specific Legal Services & Filings
Asylum Legal AssistanceGreen Card Legal AssistanceVAWA PetitionsU-Visa / T-Visa Assistance

Admissions

Licensing, bar registration numbers, and court practice jurisdictions:

Washington State BarActive
State Bar Number: Active Registration
Admitted: 2006
Verified
Federal Immigration Court Practice (EOIR)

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.

Law School & Legal Education
University of Washington School of LawLL.M. (2013)
United Nations Mandated University for PeaceM.A. (2008)
Haramaya UniversityLL.B. (2006)

Languages

Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:

English

Consultations

Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:

Format Options
In-person, Phone & Video

Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.

Initial Consultation Fee
Fixed Fee Consultation

Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.

Office

Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:

Physical Address
Amsale Getnet Aberra
1001 4th Ave
Suite 3200
Seattle, WA 98154
Remote Representation Available

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.

Contact

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Direct Telephone
+1 (866) 803-3840
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