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Leta Rae, Immigration Attorney in Bellingham, Washington

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Leta Rae is an attorney based in Bellingham, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC.

Based in
Bellingham, WASHINGTON
Experience
attorney
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Immigration
  • Handles Immigration matters from Bellingham, WASHINGTON.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Seattle) (2023).

About Leta Rae: Leta Rae is an attorney based in Bellingham, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Leta Rae

Leta concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leta handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Immigration cases in Bellingham, Washington

Leta takes immigration matters in Bellingham, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leta agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Leta Rae — Attorney of Washington immigration experience

Leta Rae is an attorney based in Bellingham, WASHINGTON. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC.

Leta Rae is a member at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC, with offices in Bellingham and Seattle, Washington. She earned her law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Washington State since 2007. Ms. Rae’s practice focuses primarily on family-based immigration, including spousal and fiancé(e) petitions and waivers of inadmissibility. She also regularly guides clients through the naturalization process. A dual US and Canadian citizen, she is especially passionate about supporting cross-border families and helping clients navigate the complexities of the U.S. immigration system through a hands-on, personalized approach.

Ms. Rae is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and currently serves as Chair of the AILA Washington ICE Committee. In addition to her legal practice, she is deeply committed to supporting immigrant communities and is the founder of IRIS, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the basic human needs of immigrant families. Her immigration practice is further enriched by extensive international law experience. She has worked on cases before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights in San Jos?, Costa Rica; studied international law in Geneva, Switzerland; attended the International Institute of Human Rights in Strasbourg, France; and volunteered with a nonprofit organization in Nicaragua.

How Leta handles immigration matters

Leta Rae is a member at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC, with offices in Bellingham and Seattle, Washington. She earned her law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Washington State since 2007. Ms. Rae’s practice focuses primarily on family-based immigration, including spousal and fiancé(e) petitions and waivers of inadmissibility. She also regularly…

Who Leta represents

Leta reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Bellingham and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Leta Rae's legal education and bar admissions

  • Santa Clara University

    J.D. · 2007

Jurisdictions

Leta's state bar admissions

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Skagit C

    ACTIVE

Leta studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University.

Law school and academic background

Leta completed J.D. in Santa Clara University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leta runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Leta Rae

Leta has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Seattle)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Seattle) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Leta Rae's office in Bellingham

Leta's primary office is at 1200 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Suite 301, Bellingham, Washington, 98225. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Chamberlain & Rae PLLC

1200 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Suite 301

Bellingham, Washington 98225

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Hiring guide

How to hire Leta Rae — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Leta usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Leta charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leta's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Leta will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Bellingham, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Leta

Leta discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Leta confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Leta's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Leta Rae

  • How much does it cost to hire Leta for a immigration case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Leta walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Leta offer a free consultation?

    Leta charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leta's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Leta's current terms during booking.

  • How long do immigration cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Leta gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Leta take my case if I'm outside Bellingham?

    Leta is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Leta will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Leta?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Leta will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Leta accepting new immigration clients right now?

    Leta's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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