Atty. Leta Rae
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.
Immigration Law Attorney · Serving Bellingham, WA
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About Leta Rae at a Glance
Leta Rae is a immigration attorney based in Bellingham, Washington, practicing at Chamberlain & Rae PLLC. Admitted to practice in Washington, Washington State Bar Association and Washington, Skagit County Bar Association. Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law (Seattle) (2023). Serves clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Leta Rae
- 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
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Leta Rae's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leta Rae handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bellingham.
Immigration Law in Bellingham
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Bellingham
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bellingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Bellingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bellingham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bellingham Choose Leta Rae
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Leta Rae's practice in the field of immigration.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington, Washington State Bar Association and Washington, Skagit County Bar Association, Leta Rae can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Immigration Practice
Concentrating on immigration means Leta Rae's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Bellingham
A Bellingham-based practice means Leta Rae attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Leta Rae Handles in Bellingham
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