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My practice focuses on immigration law. I am passionate about assiting families and employees in gaining immigration status, asylum seekers avoiding persecution and children reuniting with families.
I became interested in immigration law as a participant in the University of Louisville Immigration Law Clinic. This experience enabled me to win the New York University Law School’s Immigration Moot Court Competition. More recently, I spent several months in Central America working with the Human Rights Commission of Belize, studying Spanish and traveling widely throughout the region. Through these experiences I committed myself to assisting individuals in navigating the complex immigration system.
While in law school I won the Pirtle-Washer Oral Advocacy Competition and competed in the National Moot Court Competition at the Fourth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. As a Marshall-Brennan Fellow I taught a civil liberties course for high school seniors. I also served as an IOLTA Fellow, President of the International Law Society, published editor of the Journal of Law and Education and I received the Robert C. Jayes Memorial Award for Humanitarian and Civic Involvement.
I practiced criminal defense for nearly three years before focusing exclusively on immigration law. I litigated numerous misdemeanors and felonies including several homicides and achieved multiple acquittals through jury verdict. I received the Walker Award for excellence in a felony jury trial where the client faced up to life in prison if convicted.
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Acquired: 2010
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1019 South Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, 40203
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Posted by Selma | March 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
From the moment I stepped into the Trager Law Firm, I knew I was in capable hands. Attorney Duffy Trager didn't just take my asylum case; he embraced it with unwavering dedication and profound empathy. His extreme attention to detail was evident in every aspect of my case. Attorney Trager carefully g...
Posted by Deivys | February 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Duffy and his team, have helped my mother and I with our immigration status for over a decade. Very good people.
Posted by anonymous | December 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Trager led us carefully through procedures to apply for and receive our children's certificates of citizenship after two failed tries to complete the paperwork on our own. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint.
Posted by Ayumi | May 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
My case was very difficult. To be honest, I had almost given up on getting my green card. I asked five lawyers, but Mr. Duffy was the only one who took on my case. After applying for a green card, everything went smoothly, I didn't take an intervew, didn't have to take a picture and biometric (reuse...
Posted by Lucy | August 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Duffy was extremely professional throughout the entire process. He explained everything thoroughly and ensured that we were well prepared. He answered calls and emails in a timely manner. We greatly appreciate what he has done for us and we strongly recommend him as an Immigration Lawyer.
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Criminal defense lawyer
2013
Walker Award, Louisville Metro Public Defender
2010
First Place, Immigration Moot Court Competition, New York University Law School
2010
Robert Jayes Memorial Award for Humanitarian Involvement, University of Louisville Law School
2009
First Place, Pirtle-Washer Oral Advocacy Competition, University of Louisville Law School
2007
Donald and Marjorie Sorenson Scholarships, University of Louisville Law School
2014 - Present
Immigration Attorney, Russell Immigration Law Firm
2014 - 2014
Consultant, University of Louisville Law School Human Rights Program
2014 - 2014
Pro Bono Attorney, Human Rights Commission of Belize
2010 - 2013
Trial Attorney, Louisville Metro Public Defender Office
2009 - 2010
IOLTA Fellow/ Law Clerk, Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services
2008 - 2008
IOLTA Fellow, Legal Aid Society of Louisville
2017 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee Member (MidSouth)
2016 - Present
Doors to HopeFinance Committee Chair, Advisory and Steering Committees
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember; Federal Court Litigation Section
2015 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association MidSouth ChapterPro Bono Committee Chair and Liaison
2010 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember; Immigration and Nationality Section
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Crimmigration 101
2017
Legal Elligibility for Immigration Bond
2017
Common Immigration Legal Issues
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Spanish
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