Attorney Kelsi Cottle grew up learning first-hand about the struggles of migrating your family and business to a new Country. Ms. Cottle was born in New Zealand, to parents who were each citizens of different Countries, and spent her childhood living in Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Because of these experiences, Ms. Cottle has a unique, and personal, perspective on the implications that migration can have on a family and a business. Ms. Cottle received her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Computer Science from Lakeland University in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Upon deciding to pursue a career in immigration law and global business migration, Ms. Cottle completed her Juris Doctorate at Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida and went on to pursue her LLM in Global Finance Strategies and Wealth Management at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California.
Ms. Cottle is a founding member of Cottle | Pasquale | Laborde s.c., and believes very strongly in a client-focused legal practice. She takes pride in knowing that her clients are kept informed throughout their entire case. Ms. Cottle also has a passion for volunteer work and commits her services to numerous organizations, including the Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) in Washington D.C. Additionally, Ms. Cottle has participated in giving lectures and informational sessions to local immigration related organizations and domestic violence shelters.
She resides in the Fox Cities area with her three sons.
Practice areas
14 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2008 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 16 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10 Best Immigration Attorneys in Wisconsin | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2016 |
Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2014 |
Best Brief Writer | FCSL | 2006 |
Best Oralist | Florida Coastal School of Law | 2006 |
Deans List | Lakeland College | 2002 |
Deans List | Lakeland College | 2001 |
Deans List | Lakeland College | 2000 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney and Owner | Kaehne, Cottle, Pasquale & Associates, S.C. | 2008 - Present |
Clerk | Erica Curran | 2008 - 2008 |
Manager | Kaehne Law Group, S.C. | 2005 - 2008 |
Office Manager | Kirchner & Buchko Law Office | 2000 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Women in Management, Inc. | Member | 2016 - Present |
Community Services Committee of Partners | Chair | 2016 - Present |
Partners for Community Development, Inc. | Secretary | 2015 - Present |
Wisconsin Hispanic Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Animal Legal Defense Fund | Member | 2008 - Present |
Hispanic Latino Task Force | Member | 2008 - Present |
Sheboygan County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
State Bar of Wisconsin | Member | 2008 - Present |
Two Left Paws Animal Sanctuary | Secretary - Board of Directors | 2010 - 2014 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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El Mensajero Latino | Immigration Law | 2014 |
WIsconsin Immigration | Deferred action for childhood arrivals | 2012 |
Wisconsin Immgration | Deferred Action vs. Dream Act | 2012 |
FCSL | Slaughterhouse Rules: The Standardized Cruelty on American Killing Floors | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | LLM | 2017 |
Florida Coastal School Of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
Lakeland College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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WBGA News | Syrian Refugee Crisis | 2015 |
Hispanic/Latino Task Force Meeting | Immigration Reform | 2013 |
Safe Harbor | Domestic Violence and Crime Victim's Visas | 2012 |
Career Development Series | Employment and Work Visas | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In the matter of EH | Waiver was approved, client travelled to his home country and returned to the USA as a resident. |
In the matter of F.S. | Client receives permanent residency. |
In the matter of S.O. | Client granted visa for entry into the U.S. and given medical treatment. |
In re the matter of R.S. | Successfully obtain U-Visa. |
JSB | Successful in obtaining residency |
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Nicholas Pasquale, Immigration Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Kelsi is an exceptional immigtation attorney. In the highly specialized area of immigtation law, it is easy for people to be taken advantage of, whether it is by attorneys or the government. Kelsi provides her clients with extensive knowledge on immigration law and procedure, as well as the compassion and attention they need and deserve.
Sara Jordan, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When my clients have immigration-related concerns, I do not hesitate to refer them to Kelsi Cottle. She has a deep understanding of the complexities of immigration law which enables her to find creative solutions to difficult problems.
Corey Mehlos, Immigration Attorney on Jul 22, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cottle is the attorney you want to hire for your immigration needs. Attorney Cottle has a reputation for being on top of everything. She continuously updates her knowledge on immigration law and is committed to serving her clients with the highest degree of excellence and responsiveness that she believes her clients deserve. She has a track record of continuous successful outcomes whether her client is a multinational corporation or an immigrant seeking to marry his or her partner. As a former immigrant herself, Attorney Cottle understands the issues her clients face and does a tremendous job of breaking down the process in simple terms for her clients and maximizing their chances of a successful outcome due to her expansive knowledge of immigration law. Attorney Cottle is not only one of the best human beings I know, she is also one of the best attorneys I know in any field of law. You will be fortunate to have her represent you.
Gregory McCauley, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Anna Czarples, Immigration Attorney on Jun 13, 2016
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Ms. Cottle is knowledgeable in her field and responsive to clients.
Angela Mestre, Unknown Attorney on Jun 12, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jana Santiago Burrell, Immigration Attorney on Jun 3, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Epimenio Lopez, Unknown Attorney on May 26, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Ross Russell, Unknown Attorney on May 19, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. She is very knowledgeable in her areas of practice and respected in the legal community.
Blake Marcus, Immigration Attorney on May 12, 2016
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Attorney Cottle is a highly respected lawyer in the community who provides excellent service to her clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Farrell, Immigration Attorney on May 12, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Kelsi provides a valuable service on Avvo. She gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. She also has excellent reviews from her clients. I am happy to endorse her.
Noah Peterson, Immigration Attorney on May 10, 2016
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Ms. Cottle is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who truly cares about her clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Feb 13, 2015
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Aggressive representation and a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
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Professional and knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer.
John Castellano, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Enku Lin, Immigration Attorney on Jan 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. She is an expert in the field of immigration law.
Maryam Parman, Immigration Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
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I strongly endorse Ms. Cottle. She is a very knowledgeable and a great advocate for her clients.
Jeremiah Denslow, Immigration Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
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I strongly endorse Ms. Cottle in all areas of law associated with immigration and deportation. She is a tremendous advocate for her clients.
Nataliya Gavlin, Immigration Attorney on Nov 21, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Professional, dedicated and experienced attorney.
Rachel Laborde, Immigration Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Attorney Cottle is a knowledgeable, passionate, personable and dedicated attorney in the immigration field. She has a strong command of immigration law and is constantly pursuing innovative ways to help her clients achieve their immigration goals.
Patrick Cooney, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cottle is a valued member of the legal community. She gets results for her clients.
Sara Jordan, Immigration Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
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When my clients have immigration-related concerns, I do not hesitate to refer them to Kelsi Cottle. She has a deep understanding of the complexities of immigration law which enables her to find creative solutions to difficult problems.
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