Gregory Donald Boos
Cascadia Cross-Border Law • Bellingham, WA
ImmigrationPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
gdboos@cascadia.com
Phone
(855) 242-7721
Address
1305 11th Steet, Bellingham, WA, 98225-7016, US
Professional
About
Gregory Donald Boos is a highly regarded immigration attorney based in Bellingham, WA, where he practices with Cascadia Cross-Border Law. With over 25 years of legal experience, Mr. Boos has honed his expertise in U.S. immigration law, focusing specifically on business immigration matters. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Idaho in 1977, and since then, he has made significant contributions to the field of immigration law. As a member of the Washington State Bar Association and the Federal Bars for both the Western District of Washington and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Mr. Boos is well-versed in the complexities of immigration policy. He is also a distinguished member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and has been recognized as an expert in U.S. immigration law and policy by various federal and state courts, as well as international tribunals. Mr. Boos has gained international recognition for his advocacy on border and immigration issues. He played a pivotal role in opposing IIRAIRA §110 and was the first inductee into the "Order of the Smashed Brick," an accolade bestowed by the Canadian government to honor Americans who have made significant contributions to U.S.-Canada relations. His commitment to advancing immigration policy was further acknowledged when he received AILA's 2003 Advocacy Award, which highlights his reputation as one of the nation's foremost experts on border security and immigration issues. The award commends his efforts to promote initiatives that enhance national security while ensuring the efficient flow of people and commerce across borders. At Cascadia Cross-Border Law, Gregory Donald Boos continues to provide invaluable legal guidance to individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration law, making him a trusted resource in the field.
About Immigration Law
Immigration attorneys help individuals and families navigate the complex immigration system. They assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. Common matters include visa applications, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense.
Credentials
Education
1977 University of Idaho College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1973 College of Idaho BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Listed as one of the world's best business immigration lawyers, The International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers 2015 Rated AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell 2014 Rated AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell 2014 Listed as one of the world's best business immigration lawyers, The International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers 2013 Rated AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2014 Bender's Immigration Bulletin Techno-Ethics: Immigration Lawyers, Listservs, and Assisting in the Unauthorized Practice of Law (Co-authored with Heather Fathali) 2014 Seattle Journal of Environmental Law Canadian Indians, Inuit, Metis and metis: An Exploration of the Unparalleled Rights Enjoyed by American Indians Born in Canada to Freely Access the United States. (Co-authored with Greg McLawsen and Heather Fathali) 2013 Western Washington University Border Policy Research Institute Research Report No. 20 American Indians Born in Canada and the Right of Free Access to the United States (co-authored with Greg MacLawsen) 2013 Bender's Immigration Bulletin Techno-Ethics: Rapid and Vast Technology Advances Drive Modest Changes to Ethics Rules
Associations
2010 - Present Pacific Corridor Enterprise Council (PACE) President 2005 - Present Western Washington University Border Policy Reseach Institute Member, External Board of Advisors 1983 - Present American Immigration Lawyers Association Member & Chairperson of Numerous National Committees 2000 - 2010 Pacific Corridor Enterprise Council (PACE) Director 1996 - 1999 Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce Director
Speaking
2015 Rome District Chapter Annual Continuing Legal Education Conference Techno-Ethics Considerations for U.S. Immigration Lawyers Living in the European Union 2015 Northwest Regional Immigration Law Conference Treaty Trader (E-1) and Treaty Investor (E-2) Visas 2014 Arctic Encounter Symposium American Indians (and Inuits) Born in Canada and the Right of Free Access to the United States 2014 Alaska State Bar Association International Law Subsection Event American Indians (and Inuit) Born in Canada and the Right of Free Access to the United States 2013 Citizenship in a Global Era Conference ( Rome, Italy) Indigenous People and Citizenship Rights
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Updated: Sep 14, 2026