Peter R Tovey, experienced Estate Planning, Immigration attorney in Hillsboro, OR with 9 reviews
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Peter R Tovey

5289 NE Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR

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03 Aug, 2016
We consulted Peter to understand the implications of DECR vs dismissal and implications for immigration. He was able to steer our lawyer towards a civil compromise and we had no issues with immigration. In contrast another lawyer we spoke to made it seem like it was hopeless and we would face dire consequences etc etc but Peter was honest and clear in his assessment and gave us all possible scenarios. He also appreciated that we had done our research.
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Rick

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19 Mar, 2016
Peter was professional, friendly and easy to talk with on our Living Trust. Definitely would use him again for legal advice.
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Manuel

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03 Sep, 2015
I highly recommend Peter Tovey to all people with immigration case needs. In my case, Peter handled my wife's application for change in visa status and application for her green card in a professional and very expedient manner. He explained the entire process to us, guided us through all the steps, and everything happened exactly the way he said it would, including all the timing of steps and events. And he did all this with what I consider to be amazing personal care and responsiveness. Many many thanks to Peter for all his help and of course for the successful results achieved in much shorter than expected time!
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Provides clear and honest assessments of legal situations, giving clients a realistic understanding of their cases
“He was able to steer our lawyer towards a civil compromise and we had no issues with immigration. In contrast another lawyer we spoke to made it seem like it was hopeless and we would face dire consequences etc etc but Peter was honest and clear in his assessment and gave us all possible scenarios.”
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Demonstrates a high level of expertise, responsiveness, and personal care in handling immigration cases
“Peter handled my wife's application for change in visa status and application for her green card in a professional and very expedient manner. He explained the entire process to us, guided us through all the steps, and everything happened exactly the way he said it would, including all the timing of steps and events.”
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Provides excellent communication and keeps clients informed throughout the legal process
“Peter was professional, reliable, kept me informed at all time, and asked me precisely what he needed at each step in order to proceed.”
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