About & Services

My name is Virginia Urenda.  I work exclusively in immigration law.  I am located in Tacoma, Washington, and am a short drive away from the Northwest Detention Center.  My goal is to be able to provide affordable and quality service to my clients.

 

I have worked as an immigration attorney for seven years, and am dedicated to my practice.  I have volunteered with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, One America, SGB legal clinics, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals workshops.  Immigration law is my passion, and I advocate vigorously for my clients.

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Testimonials

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"Virginia is an excellent lawyer DID the job fast and great response. Most lawyers went first they only care about money and not the client. All they said is we charge this and that. Virginia didn’t do that. she ask me for about what was going on, she talked to me and understood my situation instead of counting all the minutes before telling me sorry can't help you. And this is your bill for your 30 minutes review for nothing. Virginia did an excellent job with my case. I’m so happy with her. You’re the best Virginia." -Jason

 

"I was present in court as a character witness for one of Virginia's clients. (I am a retired Oregon attorney.) She did an excellent job. The judge commented that this was one of the best documented cases she had seen. The result was exactly what was hoped for. Virginia also showed much compassion and concern for her client and his family. I highly recommend Virginia." -Lois Beran

 

"Virginia Tinoco is a bilingual, hard working, committed attorney. In her work and personal life, she has continually demonstrated an impressive ability to relate to the Hispanic community. Not only can she speak fluent Spanish, but she understands the Hispanic culture and the legal obstacles that immigrants face. More importantly, Virginia integrates integrity, loyalty, and honesty into every area of her life - whether it is being a friend, or serving a client. She is the attorney you want on your side." -Briahna Taylor

 

"Ms. Tinoco is a highly intelligent extremely capable lawyer. She is highly regarded in the community and known for her uncanny ability to understand complex legal matters and help her clients through the legal system. I recommend Ms. Tinoco to anyone needing help with immigration." -Paul Martin

 

 

 

 

Information & Resources

Immigration Work 

Removal Defense 

Citizenship 
 

Visas for Crime Victims 

 

Deferred Action for Childhood

 

Arrival Applications 

 

Family Petitions

 

Waivers 

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IMPORTANT LINKS

FIND A DETAINEE: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/homePage.do
USCIS FORMS: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis

VISA BULLETIN: http://travel.state.gov/visa/bulletin/bulletin_1360.html
DEPARTMENT OF STATE IMMIGRANT VISA SIGN IN: https://ceac.state.gov/IV/Login.aspx
WASHINGTON COURTS RECORD SEARCH: http://dw.courts.wa.gov

 

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

USCIS 1-800-375-5283
NATIONAL VISA CENTER 603-334-0700
NORTHWEST DETENTION CENTER 253-396-1611
EOIR COURT AUTOMATED LINE 1-800-898-7180
SEATTLE IMMIGRATION COURT 206-553-5953
SEATTLE ENFORCEMENT AND REMOVAL 206-835-0650
PORTLAND IMMIGRATION COURT 503-326-6341
 

 

 

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