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Acquired: 2017
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State: New York
Acquired: 2011
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3033 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700, Arlington, VA, 22201
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Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I had a very positive experience with Amha. His long-standing expertise means he knows the law and every aspect of the process extremely well, and he applies that knowledge with unparalleled sharp intelligence and honesty. What impressed me most was his ability to quickly understand complex issues an...
Posted by Mesfin | September 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding service provided by Amha. From the very beginning, he was incredibly professional, polite, compassionate, and attentive to every detail of my case. Navigating the immigration process can be incredibly complex and stressful, but Amha made it so muc...
Posted by Abreham | March 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Amha is konwlegable and dedicated for his profession. I was waiting nine years for the interview with USCIS and I got my approval in ten days after the interview. This wouldn't happened without his help. I would recommend Amha to be your attorney if you want to win your case.
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Amha Derres Exemplifies Professionalism, Compassion, and Remarkable Success. I had the privilege of working with Amha Derres, and my experience has been nothing short of extraordinary. As an immigration lawyer, Mr. Derres has demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, coupled with gen...
Posted by Samuel | September 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Amha is an honest, hardworking, knowledgeable and very efficient lawyer. I was very lucky to have him as my lawyer in my immigration proceedings. He has a friendly approach to his clients and with the best of advice. He especially have a great understanding of our country’s situation is well prepared...
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2012 - Present
Managing Member/Attorney, Derres and Associates PLLC
2000 - 2003
Assistant Protection Officer/Legal Advisor, United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees (Unh
2017 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2005
LL.M - Master of Laws
2000
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
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