IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY PROFILE
James White
Immigration Attorney in Tacoma, Washington
Smith & White, PLLCTacoma, WA
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James White graduated from UC Berkeley, and started his legal career in Tacoma at the Department of Assigned Counsel. In 1997, he joined the Associated Counsel of the Accused in King County, where he served as public defender. He was selected to serve as lead counsel for King County’s District Mental Health Court, where he beca…
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About the Attorney
James White graduated from UC Berkeley, and started his legal career in Tacoma at the Department of Assigned Counsel. In 1997, he joined the Associated Counsel of the Accused in King County, where he served as public defender. He was selected to serve as lead counsel for King County’s District Mental Health Court, where he became an impassioned advocate for mentally ill defendants. In 2004, James returned to the South Sound area to work on Tacoma and Pierce County criminal defense and gained valuable experience with immigration and asylum law.
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DUI law, he and partner Derek Smith founded their own firm, Smith & White, PLLC. James engages in pro bono work and volunteer legal expertise for Centro Latino. He coaches youth sports, enjoys dancing and is a founding member of Broodcomb Games. He spends his days on Vashon with his two sons and their French bulldog, Charlemagne.
Past Employment Positions
King County District Court for the Mental Health Court, Counsel
Pro Bono Activities
Volunteer, Tacoma nonprofit organization Centro Latino
Professional & Bar Association Memberships
• Vashon Island Junior Basketball
Member Since: 2005
• Washington State Bar
Member Since: 1997
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Practice Areas
Immigration Matters Handled
- Analysis of how criminal charges and convictions affect immigration status.
- Protection for people who fear persecution in their home country, including affirmative and defensive asylum.
- Protection for survivors of domestic violence, qualifying crimes and human trafficking.
Education / Credentials / Memberships
Education
- J.D., Seattle University School of Law
- B.S., University of California - Berkeley
Credentials
- Admitted to practice in Washington (1997)
- Peer Reviewed
Memberships
- Washington State Bar
Office & Service Areas
Smith & White, PLLC
717 Tacoma Avenue South, Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98402
Serving clients in Tacoma and throughout Washington.
Consultation & Fees Overview
Consultations are available to discuss your immigration goals, review your situation, and outline potential options. Fees and representation details are discussed during the consultation and may vary based on the type and complexity of your case.
- Consultation options are shared on request.
- Free initial consultation
- Engagement terms and scope of representation provided in writing
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Profile updated Nov 2, 2026. Source: imported listing.