Attorney Grace Gardiner graduated from William Mitchell College of Law in 1998 and was admitted to the MN State Bar and US Distict Court Of MN that same year. While in Law School she represented Immigration Clients facing Deportation and Removal as well as those applying for greencards or naturalization with the immigration clinic offered by the school. In 1999 Attorney Gardiner was admitted to the KY Bar. From 1998 to 2000 Attorney Gardiner worked as a Public Defender and Prosecutor (Assistant County Attorney) in Paducah, KY handling Criminal Cases. From 2001 to 2002 she worked with the East Texas Legal Services.
Attorney Gardiner started her own law practice, Gardiner and Associates, Attorneys at Law in Texas in 2002. In 2004 she was admitted to the TN Supreme Court and the US District Court for Eastern Tennessee. She has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association since 2005, which is how she stays up to date with all the new laws and procedures. In 2006 she was admitted to The United States Supreme Court. Attorney Gardiner has handled all aspects of immigration law from helping clients come to the US for Medical Care, for vacations, to attend school, to get married or to work for a US Employer, or to invest in the US Economy and supply jobs for ten or more US workers (EB5 Visas) and Naturalization Applications for civilians and members of the Armed Forces (military). Gardiner is currently preparing 601 Waiver applications before the consulates in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, and working on several deportation and removal cases as well as applications for Asylum before the Immigration Court, appearing before the Court of Appeals and State Supreme Court on Post Conviction matters, and Petition for Review before the Circuit Court of Appeals.
Attorney Gardiner has a Bachelors Degree in Science and Masters in Social Work from Howard University in Washington DC. Her scientific training helps her to get to the issues and her social work background helps her with listening and analyzing her clients’ legal needs. With her experience, she is able to offer her clients advice on the complexities of Immigration Law to effectively solve their immigration legal issues.
Practice areas
Family Green Card, Work Visas, Fiance Visas, Asylum E3 Visas and Deportations/Cancellation of Removal. Paid consultations
26 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TN | Active - Probation | 2004 | 06/06/2022 |
KY | Suspended | 1999 | 03/12/2022 |
MN | Inactive | 1998 | 05/21/2022 |
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Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
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Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client Champion Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Top Immigration Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2018 |
Top Lawyers In Tennessee | The Legal Network | 2016 |
Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Top Lawyers In Tennessee | The Legal Network | 2015 |
Top Immigration Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2014 |
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2013 |
Top Lawyers In Tennessee | The Legal Network | 2013 |
Immigration and Naturalization Attorneys | CityView Magazine | 2011 |
immigration and Naturalization Atty of Knoxville TN | CityView Magazine | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal | Gardiner Immigration | 2002 - Present |
Attorney-Supervisor Housing | East Texas Legal Services | 2001 - 2002 |
Asst County Attorney | McCracken County Attorney's Office | 2000 - 2000 |
Asst. Public Defender | Department of Public Advocacy | 1998 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Tennessee Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Kentucky Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
Phi Alpha Delta | Member | 1995 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Chair | 2015 - 2016 |
Phi Alpha Delta | Justice | 2011 - 2012 |
American Bar Association | Member | 1993 - 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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William Mitchell College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
Howard University | MA - Masters | 1977 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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ALIA Immigration Conference | Pitfalls of Solo Practitioners in Immigration | 2019 |
Business Meeting | EB5 Investing in a Regional Center | 2010 |
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Jonathan Lacour, Unknown Attorney on May 7, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Frederick Hoethke, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have worked around and observed Grace in court for many years now. She is extremely knowledgeable in the law, is a very effective advocate for all of her clients and has good relationships with all of the trustees.
Jonathan Lacour, Unknown Attorney on May 7, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Frederick Hoethke, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 12, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have worked around and observed Grace in court for many years now. She is extremely knowledgeable in the law, is a very effective advocate for all of her clients and has good relationships with all of the trustees.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Feb 3, 2015
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Aggressive and determined. I endorse this lawyer.
Vanessa Samano, Immigration Attorney on Jan 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her many times, and she is very knowledgeable and compassionate with her clients!
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
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This attorney goes above and beyond to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jobeth Bowers, Family Attorney on Dec 25, 2014
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When hiring a lawyer you've obviously got a lot of options. Many lawyers know the law well, and Grace is among them. However, sometimes you need a little more than that. When you sit down with her, you'll realize immediate that she "gets it" and she's the person you want working for you through this difficult legal situation. She knows the law, and gets the people. You'll appreciate the work she does for you!
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Dec 21, 2014
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Benjamin Kuipers, Family Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
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Grace is a skilled attorney, and a very well qualified practitioner with a great deal of experience. Were I to need an attorney, I'd sit down with her first.
Martins Imudia, Immigration Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
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I endorse Grace. She is a very knowledgeable and a reputable attorney.
Giacomo Behar, Immigration Attorney on Oct 25, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
Mital Patel, Immigration Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. I have sent several clients to her to help deal with their immigration needs as she is a highly recommended attorney in the field and zealously represents all of her clients.
Alicia McMurray, General practice Attorney on Mar 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Gardiner is well-respected in the legal community. She has passed numerous bar exams and is extremely knowledgable. If you need an attorney, she would be an excellent choice.
Edwin Anderson, Immigration Attorney on Jan 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Grace is the most knowledgeable immigration lawyer I know. We regularly refer our clients with immigration issues to her and they are never disappointed. She is worth every penny.
Jere Ownby, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Grace Gardiner is a great lawyer. Professional. Experienced. Cool-headed. Kind. Knows the law. Smart. Anybody represented by Grace Gardiner is well-represented.
Ritvik Raturi, Immigration Attorney on Dec 1, 2012
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have had the distinct pleasure of working for Grace. She is goal driven, compassionate, dedicated and always works towards excellence. Her work ethic motivates those around her and she is sincere in the manner she approaches both her business and personal life. Moreover, Grace’s experience and expertise has made her a leader in the immigration and bankruptcy community. For these reasons I highly recommend Grace Gardiner.
Lani Nau, Immigration Attorney on Sep 14, 2010
Relationship: Friend
Grace and I met as members of AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association) many years ago. We have researched similar immigration issues and I strongly endorse her work.
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