Trent Powell
Partner
E: trent@tingen.law
A: 1503 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 120, Henrico, VA 23229
P: (804) 477-1720
Trent Powell, a Richmond-based immigration attorney and partner at Tingen Law, has dedicated his career to assisting community members with legal matters. A resident of the area since fifth grade, his deep connection to the community fuels his passion for law.
After graduating from James Madison University in 2007, Trent obtained his J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law in 2010. His main practice area is immigration, but his experience also encompasses minor wills and contract law.
Admitted to the Virginia State Bar and Eastern District of Virginia, Trent is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, testifying to his commitment to immigration law. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish, further enhancing his ability to serve a diverse clientele.
Trent’s recent contributions to the Knowledge Base, Tingen Law’s information platform, include articles on varied immigration issues such as green card procedures, cancellation of removal, asylum cases, and naturalization. This valuable information empowers clients to better understand their situations and the legal process.
Trent’s deep-rooted commitment to his community, expansive legal knowledge, and dedicated service make him a trusted legal professional. His ability to communicate in Spanish, coupled with his depth of experience, ensures that he can effectively serve a wide range of clients.
Practice Areas
- Immigration
Education
- University of Richmond School of Law, J.D. 2010
Admissions
- Virginia State Bar
- Eastern District of Virginia
Personal and Professional Memberships
- American Immigration Lawyers Association
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Recent Articles from the Knowledge Base

Green Card Basics: Do USCIS Officials Look at My Social Media Accounts?
The short answer is no, USCIS officials will no longer look through your social media accounts before they approve your green card petition.

Cancellation of Removal for Single Father
We recently resolved a case for a single father whose young son was a U.S. citizen who would suffer immensely should his father be deported.

Asylum Granted for Police Informant
We recently had a client who fled his home country after experiencing multiple threats against his life.

How to Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Green Card
A lost, stolen, or damaged green card isn’t the end of the world. It’s more of an inconvenience that requires additional paperwork and a small filing fee.

What Questions Should I Expect at My Individual Hearing?
Preparing for your individual hearing means getting ready to answer any questions the immigration judge might have about your asylum claim.

Is it Possible to Lose My Naturalized Citizenship?
The chance of you losing your citizenship is incredibly small. Generally, the only people who lose their citizenship are people who lie in order to gain it.

Sindy Lemus

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