Top Immigration Lawyers Near Me in Boise Area

They call me an immigration attorney, litigator, advocate – all with a healthy dose of spunk. I'm passionate about making the legal system work for those who need it most and the intersection of race, disability and labor justice with immigration law and policy.. I've got 25+ years of experience under my belt, tackling complex cases and arguing immigration law with courts, family and unsuspecting strangers on flights who make the mistake of asking me what I do for a living.. I started my career fighting for farmworkers, then dove headfirst into civil rights. When friends were unable to persuade me otherwise, I took my opinionated self to Idaho - a state without any free legal services for people facing deportation. That would change 19 years later.. Without a non-profit home, I built Andrade Legal into Idaho's leading immigration law firm. And because I’ve always believed that access to justice shouldn't be a luxury, I transitioned from private practice to establish Immigrant Justice Idaho and fill the gap in Idaho’s services for low income people caught up in the deportation process. Though the entity later closed under different leadership, I grew its' budget six-fold in less than five years and established a blueprint for how to deliver free services to a marginalized population in a rural, and hostile political climate. Cool.. Now, I'm back in private practice, sharing my expertise and strategies with lawyers and organizations in search of expert testimony and consultation, business consulting, technical training and writing.. When not thinking immigration, you'll find me cooking for friends and family, spoiling my dog (#chulathecutestchug), working in my garden of "tough love," and convincing like minded folks that Idaho's mountains and rivers provide the perfect backdrop (and fodder) for changing the world.. So, that's me – Maria E. Andrade: your immigration law gal with a sprinkle of wanderlust and a whole lot of heart. Let's connect and see how I can help your inner (and outer) legal advocate, and organization or business thrive.

Ms. Penton is skilled in all aspects of legal representation. She is a former prosecutor, public defender, and has been in private practice for over 15 years. She has been a practicing attorney for over 20 years. Ms. Penton brings her considerable legal experience for her clients’ exclusive benefit. She gives each client her personal attention and commitment and ensures her clients will receive the very best representation. She will provide efficient, aggressive, and experienced representation to resolve your legal issues.. Ms. Penton was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and graduated from Boise High School. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Idaho. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University Of Idaho College Of Law in 1996.

Jorge Salazar is the Principal Attorney at Armis Law, PLLC. Born in the Rio Grande Valley and raised in Austin, Texas, Jorge came to Boise, Idaho, to further his professional pursuits. After graduating with a Juris Doctorate and gaining crucial experience under the Texas Attorney General, Jorge was sworn into the Idaho State Supreme Court and Federal District founding Armis Law PLLC, Jorge was a partner at a law firm in Boise. Throughout his legal career, he has gained a strong aptitude for processing complex Civil and Immigration legal issues-gaining Jorge a favorable reputation for successfully representing his clients in Judicial and transactional proceedings. In addition to working at Armis Law, PLLC, Jorge enjoys exploring Idaho, traveling, hiking, skiing, and playing tennis. Jorge often travels to Texas and Mexico whenever he has the chance, where he spends time with family and friends.. • Hablamos Español (Fluent in Spanish)

I was born and raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I attended the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse where I graduated with highest honors and received a B.A. in Economics and Spanish in 2007. After receiving my undergraduate degree, I became a small enterprise development Peace Corps Volunteer in Benin, West Africa. While in Benin I worked to establish microfinance associations with women’s groups in local villages.Following my service in the Peace Corps, I served as an AmeriCorps member at Brooklyn Workforce Innovations, a workforce development non-profit organization in Brooklyn, New York. I then moved to California and attended the University of California – Davis School of Law.. While in law school I continued pursuing my passion for social justice and developed a strong interest in immigration law. I participated in the school’s immigration law clinic, served as a board member of a non-profit organization, the King Hall Legal Foundation, and was co-chair of the Immigration Law Association. I also spent a summer interning at Tahirih Justice Center in Falls Church, Virginia, working with immigrant women fleeing gender based violence.. Upon graduation from law school in 2014, I received a UC Davis Public Interest Fellowship which I used to begin practicing immigration law.. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, biking, snowboarding, bowling and spending time with my family.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Boise and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Boise and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Boise and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Boise and surrounding areas.

Experienced Immigration attorney serving clients in Boise and surrounding areas.