Seattle Immigration Lawyer, Washington

... Salas moved in limine to exclude evidence of his immigration status. The court determined that if Salas sought lost future income, then evidence of his immigration status would be admissible. ... Salas sought lost future income, and evidence of his immigration status was admitted. ...

... 366. 1019 A. Did the advice of Sandoval's attorney meet the constitutional standard of competence for advice about immigration consequences? ... "Immigration law can be complex," as Padilla recognizes, and so the precise advice required depends on the clarity of the law. Id. ...

... He appeals rulings by the trial judge admitting evidence of his immigration status and expert testimony by Hi-Tech Erector's principal, and the court's denial of a proposed jury instruction. ... 8 Prior to trial, the court discussed the issue of Salas's immigration status with counsel. ...