Kyle K. Morishita

During World War II, the U.S. government incarcerated my U.S. citizen grandparents because of their Japanese ancestry. This history and serving as my grandfather's caretaker inspired me to fight for social justice.

I clerked for Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP and the Honorable Kristen L. Mix of the U.S. District Court. As an immigration attorney, I managed an office and assisted over 1,000 clients in deportation and removal proceedings. I received honors from Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, and Super Lawyers.

I completed a ten-day silent meditation course and coached a basketball team. I speak at conferences and universities regarding racial equity and mental health. I am a former president of Las Vegas Buddhist Sangha, a trustee for the Nevada Bar Foundation, and my children’s second favorite parent.

University of California - Davis

B.A. | Sociology

Activities: Intern, Office of U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer; Law Librarian's Assistant, Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein; Head Basketball Coach, Northern California Church League

University of California, Davis, School of Law

J.D.

Honors: Member, The Order of Barristers; First Place, Frances Carr Mock Trial Competition; First Place Oral Advocate, Intra-School Moot Court Competition

Activities: Interview Editor, UC Davis Business Law Journal; Vice Chair, Moot Court Board; Judge Recruitment Chair, Trial Practice Honors Board; Executive Board Member, Coalition for Diversity; Research Assistant, Professor Bill Ong Hing; Law Clerk, Immigration Law Clinic

Deputy City Attorney

San Francisco City Attorney's Office

2023 - Current

Attorney

Private Law Firms

2014 - 2023

Law Clerk

U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk

Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP

2010 - 2010

Holistic Wellness in a Post-Pandemic Landscape

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Practice Pointers

Portraying Asian Americans in the Law

Nevada Lawyer Magazine

Post-DACA and the American Dream

Northern Nevada Business Weekly

Surviving Tough Times

UC Davis Business Law Journal

Therapy, Well-Being Techniques, and Adopting a Consistent Practice

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Practice Pointers

Holistic Wellness in a Post-Pandemic Landscape, California Chapters Conference, San Francisco, CA

2023

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Asylum Law, Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, New York, NY

2023

New York University

Lawyer Well-Being and Competency, Hawaii & California Chapters Conference, Los Angeles, CA

2022

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Asian Americans: From Model to Forgotten Minority, National Summit, Washington, D.C.

2022

Courageous Conversation

Therapy, Well-Being Techniques, and Adopting a Consistent Practice, Annual Conference, New York, NY

2022

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Public Service Law Program Certificate

University of California, Davis, School of Law

Pro Bono Program Certificate

University of California, Davis, School of Law

Member

The Order of Barristers

The Order of Barristers is a national honor society, which recognizes law students for oral advocacy and brief writing skills.

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Martindale-Hubbell

AV Preeminent is Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for professional excellence in legal ability and ethical standards.

Mountain States Rising Stars

Super Lawyers

Rising Stars honors a maximum of 2.5 percent of attorneys per state for peer recognition and professional achievements.

Ranked

Chambers and Partners

Chambers and Partners evaluates attorneys based on technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, and commitment.

Community Choice Customer Care

Vegas Inc

Community Choice Customer Care honors Las Vegas’ top lawyer recognized by the community for client service.

Alameda County Bar Association

Racial Justice Task Force

2022 - Current

Nevada Bar Foundation

Board of Trustees

2021 - Current

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Nevada

Big Brother

2015 - Current

Immigration Law Clinic Alumni Council

Board of Directors

2011 - Current

AILA Northern California

Advisory Council

2022 - 2024

California

State Bar of California

District of Columbia

District of Columbia Bar

ID Number: Inactive

Nevada

State Bar of Nevada

ID Number: Inactive

Q. Is it hard to apply alone for F I130 and K3 visa?

October 18, 2022

A: Form I-130 and Form I-129F are not overly complex on their faces. However, whether you should hire an attorney depends on the specific facts of your case. So, it is usually best to, at least, consult with an attorney. Additionally, USCIS approves either application, completing consular processing, including uploading civil documents, can be a tedious process, which an attorney can potentially streamline for you.

Q. My green card expired a year ago is there a way to get a extention to go back home and come back and file citizenship

October 18, 2022

A: If you want to travel outside of the United States, you need a valid, unexpired passport. Additionally, it is best to have proof your permanent residency. So, you should file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. After filing, you will likely receive a receipt notice or a biometrics appointment notice. If you receive a biometrics appointment notice, be sure to take a valid passport and your expired permanent resident card to the appointment.

Q. My wife is overseas and pregnant. Should I wait for the baby to be born to sponsor?

October 10, 2022

A: Depending on whether you live in the United States and when you lived in the United States, if you are a U.S. citizen, your child may acquire U.S. citizenship at birth. You should speak with an immigration attorney.