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Trent Powell

12 years of experience
Immigration Law
Virginia

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James D. Williams February 8, 2022

Rating: 10

He’s a great colleague to work alongside. He shares his knowledge and experience to ensure clients and our office receive the best support and service. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We work together at Tingen Law

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We provided different services to the same client and work together to cover all needs of our clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
January 2020 to present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Great knowledge of immigration and resourceful, and he takes time to break down complex legal topics.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

He’s been working for several years and pushes himself to stay up to date with new changes in the law beyond the call.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He’s developed excellent briefs and arguments for his clients to properly represent and defend his clients.

Communication Skills: Excellent

He’s highly responsive to clients and will ensure clients understand their cases.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

He never pushes the boundaries of ethical rules, and he always ensures that clients are aware of their obligations and his as well.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Immigration

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Document Review
Drafting
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Oral Argument
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Charles Petran February 1, 2022

Rating: 10

Trent Powell is an experienced and outstanding Immigration attorney and one I would, without hesitation, recommend to my family and friends. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Powell and I are currently with Tingen Law, PLLC

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Mr. Powell and I are currently with Tingen Law, PLLC

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
January, 2021 to today

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Powell is a passionate and aggressive defender of his clients' interests.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

With over 9 years experience, Mr. Powell is well established and well versed in Immigration Law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Powell has quick and meticulous insight into how the law applies to each of his client's needs.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Powell is always available to talk anytime an issue arises.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Powell is a passionate and aggressive defender of his clients' interests.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Immigration Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jennifer Quezada Castillo June 10, 2019

Rating: 10

Trent is dedicated and thorough with his work, and zealously advocates for his clients. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We currently work at the same firm.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

have handled criminal defense related matters that have come up in some of Trent's immigration cases. I have also provided assistance in determining the impact past criminal convictions may have on some of Trent's immigration matters.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2018-present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Trent is very thorough with his work. He provides honest advice to his clients and keeps them informed of the status of their case.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Trent is abreast of the changes in law. He is able to effectively present legal arguments both through his legal writing skills as well as his courtroom advocacy skills.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Trent is well-versed in his practice area and applies this knowledge to his cases.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Trent keeps his clients updated throughout the pendency of their cases, and answers any questions his clients may have regarding the process.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Trent has great respect for the legal profession which translates into his work. He always evaluates the ethical and professional implications in his work, and goes beyond the minimum required by the bar and law.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Immigration

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Appeals
Client Relations
Document Review
Drafting
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Problem Solving
Pro Bono and Community Services
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jacob N Tingen May 31, 2019

Rating: 10

Trent cares for others, works hard, is diligent, and really goes the extra mile for each of his clients. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Trent and I are partners at the same firm, Tingen & Williams, in our Richmond, VA office.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We work together on many cases and make sure that each client gets personalized care and the best result possible.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I have worked with this lawyer since 2013.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Trent is a compassionate advocate who thinks seriously about the client's needs and how to fill them.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Trent is an excellent attorney who thoroughly researches and prepares for each matter.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Trent is dedicated to understanding each issue affecting a client's case and providing a thorough defense for his clients.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Trent communicates very well in both English and Spanish to our multicultural clientele.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Trent is the kind of attorney who thinks about the ethics and morals of decisions in how he practices law.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
I would recommend Trent for immigration, wills and estates, and virtually anything else. He's the kind of lawyer you can simply trust.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Jessica Wildeus May 29, 2019

Rating: 10

Trent is not only a skilled attorney but he genuinely cares about his clients, and this comes through clearly in his advocacy. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We work at the same firm in different practice areas.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Trent and I have represented the same clients on different issues.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
September 2018 - Present.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Provides his clients with honest and informed advice on their cases.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Trent has several years of experience in his field of practice and is well-versed in the issues his clients face.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Stays up to date on current issues and developments in the law.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Provides honest, well-researched, and timely advice on matters to his clients.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Always above-board both in the courtroom and out. I have come to Trent with ethical questions in the past in my own practice.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Immigration, Wills and Estates

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

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