About Erick Christopher
Erick Christopher Widman is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in both California and Oregon. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 2004, holding, and to the Oregon State Bar in 2015. His license status in both states is active. Mr. Widman is the founding attorney of Passage Immigration Law, a firm dedicated to assisting clients with immigration matters. The firm's office is located at 1455 NW Irving Street, Suite 200, Portland, Oregon 97209.
Mr. Widman earned his Juris Doctor degree from the UC Davis School of Law, King Hall, and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He has been practicing law for over 21 years, focusing primarily on immigration law. His practice areas include asylum, citizenship, deportation defense, family visas, green cards, immigration appeals, investment visas, marriage and fiancé(e) visas, student visas, visitor visas, and work visas. He represents clients at various stages of the legal process, including litigation, appeals, negotiations, and trials.
Throughout his career, Mr. Widman has handled numerous immigration cases, assisting individuals and families in navigating complex legal procedures. He has appeared before various courts in California and Oregon, representing clients in both state and federal jurisdictions. His experience encompasses all stages of immigration proceedings, from initial consultations to appeals and trials.
Mr. Widman is an active member of the California State Bar and the Oregon State Bar. He is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), which provides resources and support for immigration attorneys. In addition to his professional affiliations, Mr. Widman is involved in community service, offering pro bono legal assistance to underserved populations. He is fluent in English and Hungarian, which enables him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
Mr. Widman has a personal connection to immigration law, having lived in Budapest, Hungary, for two years, where he taught international law. During his time in Hungary, he married a Hungarian woman, and they have three children who hold dual citizenship. This personal experience has deepened his understanding of the challenges faced by immigrants and has fueled his commitment to assisting clients in achieving their immigration goals.
