Ranking tables

Immigration | USA

Washington

Law firms featured in this section provide advice on all aspects of inbound and outbound immigration, such as work permits and visas, workforce mobility, HSMP and other legislative and regulatory changes.

Rankings overview for Departments

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Band 1

  1. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP 19 Years Ranked
  2. Cowan Miller & Lederman
3

Band 3

  1. Gibbs Houston Pauw
  2. MacDonald Hoague & Bayless
  3. Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, PLLC
S

Senior Statespeople

  1. Ester GreenfieldMacDonald Hoague & Bayless
  2. Pamela S CowanCowan Miller & Lederman
  3. Robert GibbsGibbs Houston Pauw
  4. Robert PauwGibbs Houston Pauw
  5. Steven S MillerCowan Miller & Lederman
1

Band 1

  1. Diane Butler
    Diane Butler Davis Wright Tremaine LLP18 Years Ranked
  2. Felicia GittlemanCowan Miller & Lederman
  3. Kevin LedermanCowan Miller & Lederman
U

Up and Coming

  1. Edwina Kye
    Edwina Kye Fisher Phillips1 Years Ranked
  2. Radhika Mehta
    Radhika Mehta Fisher Phillips5 Years Ranked
  3. Jessica YuInslee Best Doezie & Ryder PS
  4. Kate Lopez LeyCowan Miller & Lederman

All Departments profiles

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Band 1

  1. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    1
    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked

    Davis Wright Tremaine remains a highly trusted adviser on business immigration matters. The firm advises on immigration law compliance, visa petitions and all immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Its broad-ranging client base includes universities and research institutes, hospitals, commercial real estate developers, retail stores and multinational corporations. The group also provides guidance on family-based immigration, regularly assisting individuals with green card and citizenship applications.

  2. Cowan Miller & Lederman
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Ballard Spahr LLP
    2
    Ballard Spahr LLP
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked

    Ballard Spahr LLP is noted for its representation of national and international corporations and individual clients in business immigration matters. The firm advises on compliance and consular-related issues, and offers expertise in both immigrant and nonimmigrant visas.

  2. Fisher Phillips
    2
    Fisher Phillips
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Fisher Phillips fields a well-regarded team handling employment and business immigration mandates, including nonimmigrant visas and naturalization applications. The firm's experience spans an array of industries, including manufacturing and gaming. The team benefits from collaboration with other practice areas in the firm, such as labor and employment.
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Band 3

  1. Gibbs Houston Pauw
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 3
  2. MacDonald Hoague & Bayless
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 3
  3. Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, PLLC
    Immigration
    2025 | Band 3