Immigration lawyers in Minnesota Abdulwahid Osman to Brenda Pfahnl

2929 Chicago Ave Ste 110 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55407 Zip code: 55407

Practice Areas: Immigration

Abdulwahid Sheikh Osman, J.D., LL.M.Principal Attorney. About My Practice. I believe that justice begins with human dignity. As the founder of Abdulwahid Law Firm, I am committed to treating you with understanding and respect, whatever your background. I am an attorney licensed to practice in the state of Minnesota. I am experienced and well versed in a variety of legal areas and can accommodate the needs of a variety of clients.. Immigration. I litigate cases in immigration courts throughout the country. I have won cases after successful evidentiary hearings and trials on the merits in complex removal cases for clients seeking asylum, adjustment of status, or cancellation of removal. I effectively represented clients with Habeas Corpus petitions in U.S. Federal District Courts and filed appeal briefs with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). I successfully represent clients in a wide range of other immigration matters, including family-based petitions; applications for permanent residence and naturalization; USCIS interviews; appointments at the National Visa Center; and in matters of embassy/consular processing.. Criminal. I have successfully defended clients facing criminal charges, including: felonies, gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors, operating under the Influence (Drugs or Alcohol), and domestic assault. I have also successfully expunged clients’ criminal records and represented clients facing traffic offenses.. Family. I effectively represent clients in family law matters involving divorce (both contested and uncontested), custody, and child support. I have negotiated the amicable resolution of divorce and custody cases.. General Practice. I also have experience representing clients in personal injury, probate matters, business transactions, tax matters, and civil litigation.. About Me. I am proud to be a Somali Minnesotan, with roots in my adopted community and my culture, as well as a global outlook. I live in Minneapolis with my family. I serve on the boards of several community-based organizations. As a former refugee myself, I have been in the same boat as many of my clients. I know what a challenge it is to face the complexities of new legal and social services systems. As a former Hennepin County Human Services Officer, I learned that compassion, empathy, and dedication are the keys to providing exceptional service to people in need. These experiences drive me to serve others in their pursuit of justice and a better life for themselves and their families.. My individual practice is not only motivated by the desire to serve others, but also by a “big picture” understanding of the law. I have more than 10 years of teaching and research experience at the University of Minnesota Law School. I am an expert in the areas of Comparative Constitutional Law, Islamic law, and the Rule of Law. I was the founding Chair of the Somaliland Law Reform Commission, working to build a post-conflict justice system. I also taught university-level courses through the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Hargeisa, Somalia. In 2012, I was appointed by the Somali Transitional Government to be a Senior Policy Advisor on Justice and Rule of Law to the President of Somalia. In this role, I conceived, organized and successfully executed the first ever Somali National Dialogue on Justice Reform. I am a frequent guest speaker at universities and colleges, as well as a commentator for local and international media outlets (including BBC, VOA, and local Minnesota media).. This legal policy work has endowed me with a deep understanding of how individuals interact with the law and what is needed to best serve their needs. My unique, multicultural perspective helps guide my clients through the U.S. legal system successfully.. Education. Bar Admissions. Professional Memberships. We Speak:

Firm: Law Office of Anastassia V. Bukingolts

1700 Highway 36 W , Roseville , Minnesota 55113 Zip code: 55113

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Barbara E. Erlandson

3201 Hennepin Avenue , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55408 Zip code: 55408

Practice Areas: Immigration

Barbara has been praticing exclusively in the area of immigration and nationality law since she graduated with honors from the William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1999. She represents individuals and families with their immigration petitions at US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the National Visa Center, (NVC), and US Consulates and Embassies throughout the world.. During law school, Barbara worked an intern at the Immigration Court in Bloomington, MN. She also worked as a law clerk at Centro Legal a non-profit law office serving the Latino community and at a law firm in Minneapolis, MN.. She received double major in Management and Spanish from the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, MN. She spent her junior year of college studying in Madrid, Spain.. Prior to attending law school, Barbara worked as a Desk Officer and Desk Assistant at the Peace Corps headquarters in Washington, D.C. for five years.  She served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Costa Rica for two years.

Firm: Ojo Law Office

1152 Robert Street South , West St Paul , Minnesota 55118 Zip code: 55118

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Baquero Law Office Pa

7344 Cedar Ave S , Richfield , Minnesota 55423 Zip code: 55423

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: The Bortel Firm, LLC

The Medical Arts Building , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55402 Zip code: 55402

Practice Areas: Immigration

I am a hard-working attorney and I really enjoy the chance to develop a working relationship with my clients that often lasts for years and we go through different steps of the immigration process. I love using my foreign language skills at work. I find that it really helps clients feel listened too and feel more comfortable in doing the often difficult work we do.. When I am not working, I try to garden and spend time outdoors. I also train my dog.

Firm: Colibri Legal PLLC

8500 Normandale Lake Blvd Ste 350 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55437 Zip code: 55437

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Nguyen Firm, LLC

332 County Road D East , Saint Paul , Minnesota 55117 Zip code: 55117

Practice Areas: Immigration

Ms. Nguyen-Schmitz brings over 20 years of comprehensive legal experience to her practice, with a cum laude, Juris Doctor degree from William Mitchell College of Law. Her reputable career includes positions with a Senior Judge, leading law firms, for the State as a prosecutor, and as an Asst. Vice President for the nation’s leading bank in the trust department. Predominantly focusing on immigration law, Ms. Nguyen-Schmitz’s practice frequently extends to criminal and family law matters because all three areas of law are inexplicably intertwined. Esteemed for her legal expertise and unique ability to connect with individuals from varied backgrounds, Ms. Nguyen-Schmitz’s is acknowledged for her impactful contributions—earning accolades such as the 2018 Attorney-of-the-Month and numerous other awards. She led the Minnesota State Bar Immigration Section as Chair, served as EOIR Liaison for American Immigration Lawyer’s Assoc. (AILA) and has engaged with numerous legal organizations, illustrating her dedication to the legal community. As a presenter and moderator at numerous continuing legal education seminars, her unique skills cover critical immigration topics, reflecting her ongoing commitment to the legal profession's development and her clients' needs.

Firm: Karam Law

2950 Metro Dr Ste 201 , Bloomington , Minnesota 55425 Zip code: 55425

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Legal Aid Society Of Minneapolis

430 1st Ave. N , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55401 Zip code: 55401

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Douglas Law Firm PLLC

790 Cleveland Ave S , Saint Paul , Minnesota 55116 Zip code: 55116

Practice Areas: Immigration

8400 Normandale Lake Blvd Ste 920 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55437 Zip code: 55437

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid (Minneapolis)

111 N 5th St Ste 100 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55403 Zip code: 55403

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Swaray Law Office, Ltd

5701 Shingle Creek Pkwy. , Brooklyn Center , Minnesota 55430 Zip code: 55430

Practice Areas: Immigration

PO Box 25912 , Saint Paul , Minnesota 55125 Zip code: 55125

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Loesch Law Office PLLC

Po Box 18522 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55418 Zip code: 55418

Practice Areas: Immigration

7800 Metro Parkway , Bloomington , Minnesota 55425 Zip code: 55425

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.

200 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55402 Zip code: 55402

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Metro Law Group

7900 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE , Bloomington , Minnesota 55425 Zip code: 55425

Practice Areas: Immigration

Firm: Stinson Leonard Street LLP

150 S 5th St Ste 2300 , Minneapolis , Minnesota 55402 Zip code: 55402

Practice Areas: Immigration