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Immigration Lawyer

Tahmina Watson is a dynamic Seattle-based immigration attorney, bestselling author, and engaging podcaster who is deeply committed to empowering communities and driving meaningful immigration reform. Specializing in business and employment immigration, she enthusiastically champions innovative startups, helping founders navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration. Tahmina proudly serves as chair of the Response Committee of the Washington State chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, which honored her with the prestigious 2019 President’s Commendation Award. Her leadership has shone brightly across prominent organizations, including the King County Bar Association, King County Washington Women Lawyers, and many others. A respected voice, Tahmina combines advocacy, expertise, and compassion to create impactful change. She is also a passionate bird and wildlife photographer in her spare time, with her own crafted journal and coloring book series.

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Jan. 8, 2026

Sticky Lawyers Looks Back: Lives in Practice

What if you can’t separate the lawyer from their identity? This compilation features attorneys whose practices aren't just what they do—they're who they are. They didn't choose their niches through market analysis or strategic planning. Their practices chose them. The pattern is clear: authenticity creates the most sustainable practices. The conscientious orthopedic surgeon becomes a conscientious personal injury lawyer. The geneticist who brings science to law and law to science. The proud son of Polish World War II refugees who helped shape Poland's commercial law framework. The stories of these and eight other Sticky Lawyers prove that the most fulfilling legal careers emerge when lawyers bring their whole selves to their work—their backgrounds, their struggles, their victories, their identities. In this special compilation, host John Reed looks back at guests who show that for some Sticky Lawyers, you can’t separate the person from the practice.
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April 3, 2025

Creating Communities and Meeting the Moment: An Immigration Lawyer on the Rule of Law

Immigrants seeking visas to start U.S. companies need experienced counsel to navigate the process for themselves, their workers, and their families. Today's guest, Tahmina Watson, is just the attorney who can help them realize their dreams. She is a U.K.-trained attorney and immigrant of Bangladeshi descent who opened a successful immigration firm in Seattle in 2009. But her deep impact on the immigrant community doesn't end with business startups. In this episode, Tahmina explains how she used pro bono work and a commitment to community-building to create a legal career that assists immigrants in starting U.S. businesses while also building crucial networks for immigrant legal representation amidst chaotic political agendas. She admits that "Tahmina can talk," but her volunteerism, radio show, podcasts, legal writing, and even her nature photography illustrate how grandly this sticky lawyer lives her American Dream.