Jacob Tingen | Immigration Law

On this episode of Lawyers Who Care, host Andrew Samalin welcomes Jacob Tingen, Managing Partner of Tingen Law in Richmond, Virginia. Jacob has built a thriving immigration law practice since 2012, helping thousands of clients navigate one of the most human-centered areas of the law.

Jacob shares his unconventional journey—starting his own firm just 30 days after passing the bar, taking on nearly 150 pro bono immigration cases in his first years, and building a practice rooted in compassion and entrepreneurship. He recounts the story of a Colombian doctor who sought asylum in the U.S. after facing life-threatening violence, a case other attorneys doubted but one Jacob successfully won. Today, that client is a professor of oral surgery in New York—a powerful testament to the life-changing impact of dedicated advocacy.

With warmth and humility, Jacob also reminds us that the law is about more than money—it’s about human connection. From grateful clients bringing homemade pupusas to his office, to mentoring law students on pro bono cases, Jacob exemplifies what it means to care deeply as a lawyer.

🎙️ Lawyers Who Care highlights attorneys who go above and beyond for their clients. Jacob’s story shows how entrepreneurship, empathy, and pro bono work can shape lives and communities for the better.

📍 Learn more about Jacob’s firm: tingen.law📞 Contact: 804-477-1720