Business Details
Trusted Immigration & Personal Injury Legal Representation in Washington
Chou Colwell is a dedicated legal practice specializing in immigration and personal injury law. With over two decades of experience, our team provides personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We serve clients across Washington State from offices in Bellevue, Tacoma, and Kennewick, offering multilingual support and free initial consultations. Our attorneys combine deep legal expertise with compassionate client service, navigating complex immigration processes and advocating for fair personal injury settlements.We maintain affiliations with key legal organizations including the Washington State Bar Association and American Immigration Lawyers Association. Our practice emphasizes transparency, client education, and accessibility, with flexible meeting options for clients with mobility challenges.
Services
Immigration Law
Personal Injury
Family Visas
Employment Visas
Citizenship Applications
Deportation Defense
Motor Vehicle Injuries
Wrongful Death Claims
Medical Malpractice
Premises Liability
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in personal injury cases
- Our team offers multilingual support in English, Khmer, and Spanish
- We provide free initial consultations for all cases
- We maintain offices in three Washington locations for better accessibility
- Our attorneys hold memberships in key legal organizations
What people say
Highest settlement possible
Knowledgeable and patient
Compassionate legal solutions
Explain every process step
Great staff support
Services
Immigration Law
Our immigration practice handles family-based and employment-based visas, citizenship applications, and deportation defense. We assist clients with asylum claims, humanitarian protections, and complex immigration appeals. Our attorneys combine deep legal knowledge with cultural understanding to navigate the U.S. immigration system effectively.
Personal Injury
We represent injury victims in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability cases. Our 20+ years of experience ensures thorough case investigation and aggressive negotiation with insurance companies. We focus on securing full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Citizenship Applications
We guide clients through the citizenship process including N-400 applications and interview preparation. Our team addresses complex cases involving prior criminal records or immigration violations. We provide detailed case analysis and document preparation to ensure successful naturalization outcomes.
Deportation Defense
Our firm handles deportation proceedings including bond hearings and defensive asylum applications. We file motions to reopen and represent clients in immigration court. Our strategies focus on preserving residency status and protecting family unity during removal proceedings.
Wrongful Death Claims
We represent families in wrongful death cases caused by negligence or corporate misconduct. Our approach includes thorough investigation of liability and calculation of damages for lost income and emotional suffering. We provide compassionate representation during complex legal proceedings.
People
Sophath Chou
Attorney
Sophath Chou is an immigration attorney with experience in family-based visas and deportation defense. She graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2004 and focuses on civil litigation and immigration law. She speaks English and Khmer.
Cody Colwell
Attorney
Cody Colwell handles immigration and personal injury cases. He graduated from Loyola Law School in 2004 and previously worked in telecommunications consulting. He brings business perspective to legal representation.
Donna Robinson
Paralegal
Donna Robinson has 30 years of legal experience in personal injury cases. She assists with insurance claims and medical documentation, providing continuity in client representation through complex litigation processes.
Vanessa Torres
Legal Assistant
Vanessa Torres supports immigration cases while pursuing her AA degree. She connects clients with community resources and provides bilingual Spanish-English communication support for case documentation.
Questions
What immigration services do you offer?
We handle family-based visas, employment visas, citizenship applications, deportation defense, asylum claims, and humanitarian protections including TPS and DACA.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all immigration and personal injury cases to discuss your specific circumstances and legal options.
What personal injury cases do you handle?
We represent clients in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, premises liability, and wrongful death claims throughout Washington State.
Can you help with complex immigration cases?
Yes, our attorneys specialize in complex cases including deportation defense, immigration appeals, and cases involving prior criminal convictions or fraud.
Do you serve clients outside Seattle?
We have offices in Bellevue, Tacoma, and Kennewick to serve clients across both Western and Eastern Washington.
How do you communicate case updates?
We provide regular case updates through phone calls, emails, and office meetings, ensuring clients understand each step in the legal process.
