About Karen L.
Karen L. Gilbert is a seasoned immigration attorney based in Seattle, Washington, with over 50 years of experience in the field. Her practice focuses on immigration and naturalization matters, providing many services to diverse clients. These clients include individuals and families, as well as multinational corporations, diplomats, executives, and entrepreneurs. She assists them in navigating various visa categories, such as asylum, family reunification, and employment-based visas. Her extensive knowledge allows her to effectively address the needs of each client, ensuring they receive the best possible legal guidance. In addition to individual cases, Karen advises small businesses and corporations on compliance with immigration laws. This includes vital areas like I-9 requirements and employer record-keeping.
Her expertise in these areas helps organizations avoid potential legal pitfalls and maintain compliance with federal regulations. Karen earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, further solidifying her legal foundation. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Foreign Service from American University, which complements her understanding of global immigration issues. Admitted to the Washington State Bar in 1978, Karen has established a robust legal career. She holds bar numbers in the 4th, 5th, and 9th U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, as well as the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals. Additionally, she is authorized to practice before the U.S.
District Court for the Western District of Washington. Her credentials enable her to represent clients at all stages of the immigration process, from initial applications to appeals in federal courts. Karen navigates complex cases, representing clients before various agencies and assisting with visa processing at U.S. consulates and embassies. Karen's areas of expertise are extensive. She handles cases involving asylum, deportation defense, family visas, green cards, immigration appeals, investment visas, marriage and fiancé(e) visas, student visas, visitor visas, and work visas. Her knowledge of these topics allows her to consult on complex citizenship and naturalization cases, seeking judicial relief when necessary. Before establishing her own practice, she worked as a staff attorney at the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project in Eloy, Arizona, where she represented detained individuals.
This experience deepened her commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations. In addition to her legal practice, Karen is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Maricopa County Bar Association. She is fluent in both English and French. This lets the attorney communicate effectively with a broader range of clients. Her office is conveniently located at 1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 3200, Seattle, WA 98154. For consultations, she can be reached by phone at (206) 464-1908 or via email, ensuring that potential clients have easy access to her services.
