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Gunda J. Brost is an immigration attorney (immigration lawyer) in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Gunda is originally from Oldenburg, North Germany, holds a law degree from Hamline University School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota (May 2006). Gunda went to law school solely because of her keen interest in immigration law - she always knew she wanted to practice in that area. She was inspired by the plight of immigrants she encountered while she was teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, such as exploitation of undocumented workers and families torn apart by an immigration system in which there seemed no protection. Gunda was admitted to the Iowa bar in 2007. Gunda is a former model and a world languages teacher, with experience teaching English as a Second Language, German, French, and Latin. Gunda's legal experience includes working part-time as a law clerk and later an associate for immigration attorney Antunez de Mayolo law office (2003-2012), being a student director for the Minneapolis Public Defender's office (2005), as well as representing clients in mediation proceedings in Hamline's mediation clinic (2005). Gunda is fluent in English, French and German, and she is conversant in Spanish. Besides her law degree, Gunda holds a B.A. from Wartburg College and a Master's Degree from Middlebury College, Vermont. As a fun fact, Gunda was a former Ms. Nebraska. In her free time, she enjoys reading, foreign movies, dancing, art, music and traveling.
Practice areas
- Immigration: 90%
11 years
- Asylum: 10%
Languages spoken
French, German, Spanish
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Contact
Brost Law Office
902 W 12th St
https://sites.google.com/site/brostimmigrationlawoffices/
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613-2451
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IA | Active | 2007 | 11/05/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2016 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2015 |
| Pro Bono Award | American Immigration Lawyer's Association | 2015 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2014 |
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
| Top Contributor Award | Avvo | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Best performance in the class (immigration law) | Hamline University School of Law | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner and Principal Managing Attorney | Brost Law Office | 2012 - Present |
| Immigration Attorney | Cedar Valley Immigration Advocates | 2014 - 2015 |
| Immigration Attorney | AILA | 2013 - 2015 |
| Adjunct Professor | University of Northern Iowa | 2013 - 2015 |
| Assistant, later Associate | Antunez de Mayolo Law Office | 2004 - 2012 |
| Adjunct Professor | Wartburg College | 2004 - 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Associate | Hennepin County Public Defender's Office | 2004 - 2005 |
| Mediation Clinic Student Attorney | Hamline University School Of Law | 2003 - 2004 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Iowa State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
| International Law Section | ABA | 2003 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| International Law Quarterly | Cultural Sensitivity to Foreign-Born Litigants: A practical Guide (contributor) | 2019 |
| wcfcourier.com | Immigrants, refugees share stories at forum | 2016 |
| El Heraldo Hispano Iowa | Why should you hire an immigration attorney? | 2014 |
| KCRG-TV9 | Ethical Perspectives: Round table discussion on influx of undocumented children | 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Hamline University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
| Middlebury College | MA - Masters | 2003 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| panel to discuss recent executive ban on immigrants and refugees | panel to discuss recent executive order ban on immigrants and refugees | 2017 |
| Executive Orders on Immigration | Executive Orders on Immigration | 2017 |
| #NoBanNoWall demonstration | Executive Orders on Immigration | 2017 |
| Spanish Culture Class | Immigration Law 101 | 2016 |
| Q+A with immigration lawyer | Immigration Law 101 | 2016 |
| Meet Your Neighbors; A Conversation with Refugees and Immigrants in the Cedar Valley | Immigration Panel | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Latinos for Washington Immigration Clinic | Knof Your Rights About Immigration | 2016 |
| The Ron Steele Report | Debunking myths about immigrants and immigration | 2015 |
| Our Kids Conference | Immigration 101 for educators | 2015 |
| Immigration Forum | Iowans Coming Together on Immigration | 2015 |
| Immigration Discussion | Civility in Immigration | 2015 |
| ILAC | DACA panel | 2015 |
| DACA panel | Round table discussion on DACA | 2015 |
| #UniteIowa Immigration | Immigration Forum | 2015 |
| Obama's Executive Action informational presentation | 11/20/2014 New Enforcement Priorities/Know your Legal Rights | 2014 |
| Ethical Perspectives on the News | Unaccompanied Children | 2014 |
| Community workshop | DACA/DAPA | 2014 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| I-290B Appeal of Green Card Denial | Appeal sustained, Green card issued |
| SIJS then green card | Green card granted |
| NOID on AOS | Green card approved |
| SIJS | Green card |
| Appeal of citizenship denial | Citizenship was granted |
| Complicated I-601 | I-601 granted |
|---|---|
| I-485 for refugee with criminal issues | Green card issued |
| DACA (Deferred Action) Application | Granted |
| Complicated Asylum - PD granted | PD granted |
| I-130/I-485 petition | Approved |
| Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver I-601A | I-601A waiver granted |
| Staatsbuergerschafts-Beibehaltungsantrag | Granted |
| I-360 then green card | Green card granted |
| Motion to Terminate Removal Proceedings | Motion Granted |
Great lawyer!! Highly recommended !!!
Posted by anonymous
Thu Apr 24 2014
Wonderful attorney!!!!
Posted by anonymous
Thu Jun 27 2013
Attorney endorsements
(117)Leif Hamman, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Apr 15, 2018
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Ms. Brost is knowledgeable and thorough in her analysis and handling of cases in her chosen field of law. I gladly endorse this lawyer.
Pete Singh, Immigration Attorney on Mar 30, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Brost is attentive, knowledgable and a zealous advocate for her clients.
Rahul Aggarwal, Real estate Attorney on Mar 7, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer as their impressive legal analysis and thoughtful responses display the thorough approach necessary to achieve results for clients
Amber Lawrence, Family Attorney on May 24, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gary Anderson, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Apr 10, 2017
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Attorney Gunda Johanna Brost is a zealous advocate for her clients. She utilizes unique approaches to obtain a favorable outcome for her clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Gail Barsky, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 3, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. She is well respected by her peers.
Florina Apostol, Immigration Attorney on Mar 23, 2017
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Attorney Brost enjoys an excellent reputation among my fellow immigration lawyers for her knowledge, ability, competency and professionalism. It is with my true pleasure to endorse attorney Brost.
H. Aalsberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 30, 2016
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Attorney Gunda Johanna Brost is one of America's Top Immigration Lawyers. I endorse her.
Leonard Boyer, Foreclosure Attorney on Nov 25, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Brost is a highly knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients.
Marina Melman, Car accident Attorney on Aug 11, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Kenny Bhatt, Immigration Attorney on Jul 18, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.She is very professional and thorough in her work.
Parva Fattahi, Immigration Attorney on Nov 6, 2015
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Gunda is professional, dedicated and pleasant. A very nice combination for an attorney! I endorse her without any reservations.
Francis Younes, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. She is hardworking and honest.
Matthew Tyson, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
James Newell, Real estate Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Shan Potts, Immigration Attorney on Jul 9, 2015
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I endorse attorney Brost. She is knowledgeable and passionate about immigration law.
Elizabeth Kozycki, Immigration Attorney on May 31, 2015
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Attorney Brost is an exceptional immigration advocate with years of experience and success for her clients. I strongly recommend her without hesitation. It is my pleasure to endorse attorney Brost.
I endorse Attorney Brost. She is an active member in the AVVO community and her answers to questions, her client reviews, and peer endorsements, all demonstrate that she is a intelligent, competent, and professional and skilled advocate for her clients. I would recommend her services to others.
Gerard Lazzara, Immigration Attorney on May 19, 2015
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Ms. Brost's answers on this forum demonstrate her superior understanding of immigration law.
Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
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