Exceptional Client-Focused Immigration Legal Services
Lisa Tehlirian graduated from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 2000 with a Bachelor's degree in General Studies with concentrations in biological anthropology and psychology. Ms. Tehlirian continued her studies and received her Juris Doctor in 2004 from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in Detroit, Michigan.
Following her legal studies, Ms. Tehlirian was accepted into the U.S. Department of Justice, Attorney General's Honors Program where she worked as the Judicial Law Clerk/Attorney Advisor for the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), U.S. Immigration Court in Detroit, Michigan. In this capacity, she researched novel immigration issues and drafted legal memoranda and judicial opinions for the Immigration Judges.
From October 2005 to July 2009, Ms. Tehlirian was employed as an Associate Attorney with KRA Immigration Law, where she handled family and employment-based immigration matters.
In July 2009, Ms. Tehlirian joined Ellis Porter, PLC, where she specializes in family-based immigration law, inadmissibility and removability issues, and employment-based immigration law.
Ms. Tehlirian is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), State Bar of Michigan, Armenian American Bar Association, and Women's Lawyers Association of Michigan.
Practice areas
Research and prepare petitions, applications, and support letters for employment-based non-immigrant status, permanent residency petitions, adjustment of status, and naturalization. Represent individuals at administrative hearings before the U.S. Immigration Court, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Oversee and coordinate family immigration unit.
17 years
Languages spoken
English
Lisa Tehlirian, PLLC, of counsel, Ellis Porter, PLC
755 West Big Beaver Road
Suite 1100
Troy, MI, 48084
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2004 | 06/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 401 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Book Award (Highest GPA): Immigration Law | University of Detroit Mercy School of Law | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Immigration Attorney | Ellis Porter, PLC | 2009 - Present |
Associate | Kennedy Riordan & Associates, P.C. | 2005 - 2009 |
Judicial Law Clerk/Attorney Advisor | United States Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review | 2004 - 2005 |
Law Clerk | Hyman Lippitt, P.C | 2003 - 2004 |
Legal Intern | Wayne County Prosecutor's Office | 2002 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Armenian American Bar Association - Michigan | Board Member | 2009 - Present |
Women's Bar Association, Oakland County | Member | 2009 - Present |
Inforum, Professional Women's Alliance | Member | 2009 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Michigan chapter) | Member | 2005 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan | Member | 2004 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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MI Immigration News | Contributor | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Detroit Mercy School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
University of New South Wales | Study Abroad | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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MOSPA Spring Conference | Serving the Undocumented Student: A Legal Perspective | 2013 |
Immigration Conference: Jalalabad Society | Immigration Panel | 2010 |
UACO Business Workshop | Immigration Guest Speaker | 2009 |
ACCC Member Meeting | Immigration Panel | 2009 |
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Jonathan Goslow, Immigration Attorney on Jan 17, 2022
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Lisa is a fantastic immigration attorney will versed in multiple areas of the law but in particular family-based issues. I refer all my family-based clients to her as a result of her knowledge of the subject.
Hovanes Margarian, Unknown Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Goslow, Immigration Attorney on Jan 17, 2022
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Lisa is a fantastic immigration attorney will versed in multiple areas of the law but in particular family-based issues. I refer all my family-based clients to her as a result of her knowledge of the subject.
Hovanes Margarian, Unknown Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John Elkhoury, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Manuela Policicchio, Immigration Attorney on Jun 13, 2013
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It is without hesitation that I endorse Attorney Lisa Tehlirian. She is hardworking, meticulous, and most importantly dedicated to immigration law. When conflicts have arisen in my schedule, Lisa is my #1 go-to attorney to cover my cases, as I have no doubt whatsoever that my client will be getting the best representation in my absence.
Elisheva Mosko, Immigration Attorney on Feb 26, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Lisa is a highly skilled immigration attorney who is passionate about her clients. I highly endorse her.
Mani Khavajian, Immigration Attorney on Dec 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I strongly endorse Attorney Lisa Tehlirian. She is an extremely diligent, competent, and aggressive attorney. She always has her clients' best interests in mind, and consistently gives them honest assessments of their cases. If you have a difficult immigration issue, you should contact Attorney Tehlirian.
Leila Freijy, Immigration Attorney on Dec 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lisa is very experienced in the area of complex family-based immigration matters. My own area of practice focuses mainly on employment-based immigration, so I have consulted with Lisa on complex family immigration matters and have referred several cases to her. She is very knowledgeable in her field and I recommend her without hesitation.
Steven Vosbikian, Immigration Attorney on Dec 10, 2012
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I endorse Lisa - she has a powerful command of immigration law.
Jerry Knafo, Immigration Attorney on Nov 22, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Oct 24, 2012
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Gintare Grigaite, Immigration Attorney on Oct 9, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse my colleague, attorney Tehlirian. She is very professional and competent in immigration law matters, and can be relied on for successful representation.
Heather Garvock, Immigration Attorney on Sep 27, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Lisa Tehelirian and I have worked together on several immigration matters. I have always found Lisa to be a highly competent and skilled immigration attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone seeking assistance in the area of immigration.
Darren Rogow, Immigration Attorney on Sep 27, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Lisa proved to be a professional that services her clients needs and keeps a great line of communication. I would refer all my immigration-related issues to Lisa.
Elliot Yi, Unknown Attorney on Sep 26, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Dominic Silvestri, Immigration Attorney on Sep 14, 2012
Relationship: Other
Lisa is my go to immigration attorney. I know that whenever I need help with an immigration issue, she will have the answer and will never hesitate to help.
Miroslava Rincon, Immigration Attorney on Sep 13, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Lisa is an outstanding Immigration Attorney, with her undeniable strengths being family-based immigration law and removability/inadmissibility issues. Beyond that, she is a warm and thoughtful individual, which carries into her practice.
Dean Patrick, Immigration Attorney on Jul 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When a client of mine has an immigration issue, Lisa gets the call. Her thorough knowledge of the topic and professional manner are second to none. I am very comfortable referring my clients to such a well versed attorney.
Ian Caldwell, Immigration Attorney on Jul 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lisa has the knowledge and experience that anyone would need when dealing with any issues related to immigration law. Although I practice in the criminal arena, she has assisted me with immigration issues relating to some of my clients cases in the past. She has an excellent understanding of the law and is always extremely helpful in explaining and resolving issues.
Matthew Joswick, International law Attorney on May 25, 2011
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Lisa has a passion for Immigration Law. Her knowledge and expertise in the field are second to none and her rates are very reasonable. If you know anyone who has an immigration issue, I highly recommend you call Lisa. She has helped many of my clients who have immigration needs.