Erich was a great lawyer from the start. He made sure we had all of our documents accounted for and kept them organized for when we needed them. Whenever there were difficulties in our process, he and his staff would call USCIS and help solve our problems. I would highly recommend him for anyone that is looking for an immigration lawyer.
This has been the best attorney I have worked with by far. I had a bad experience with a previous attorney and Attorney Straub brought back my faith in great attorneys. Everyone in the office was lovely to work with, they were diligent at responding and very organized. The staff made me feel they cared about my case as much as I did, never felt like just another client. My residency application process with them was easy and smooth, I was given everything I needed and reassured every step of the way. I would recommend Attorney Straub to everyone.
Erich C. Straub is an attorney concentrating in family and employment immigration and deportation defense. He has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America since 2006 and in Super Lawyers since 2009. He serves as a faculty member for the American Immigration Council's Litigation Institute. From 2007-2009, was chairperson of the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and served on the Board of Governor's for AILA nationally.
Prior to focusing his practice on immigration, Mr. Straub was a criminal defense attorney for almost a decade. During that time, he successfully defended hundreds of cases in state and federal courts. Because of this prior experience, he has a unique combination of experience in criminal and immigration law. He is recognized by many of Wisconsin’s best criminal defense attorneys as the foremost expert in the state on the immigration consequences of criminal convictions.
Mr. Straub has spoken to audiences throughout the U.S. and has appeared on local radio and television on the topic of immigration. He has worked to improve laws that affect immigrants on both the state and federal level and has traveled to Madison, Wisconsin and Washington DC to meet with elected officials regarding immigration issues. In 2008, the Milwaukee Business Journal described him as a “national leader on the federal immigration issue.”
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Highly recommend!
Erich was a great lawyer from the start. He made sure we had all of our documents accounted for and kept them organized for when we needed them. Whenever there were difficulties in our process, he and his staff would call USCIS and help solve our problems. I would highly recommend him for anyone that is looking for an immigration lawyer.
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Posted by Frida | April 19, 2023
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Best attorney one could ask for!
This has been the best attorney I have worked with by far. I had a bad experience with a previous attorney and Attorney Straub brought back my faith in great attorneys. Everyone in the office was lovely to work with, they were diligent at responding and very organized. The staff made me feel they cared about my case as much as I did, never felt like just another client. My residency application process with them was easy and smooth, I was given everything I needed and reassured every step of the way. I would recommend Attorney Straub to everyone.
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Posted by Brittney K. | October 20, 2022
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Knowledgeable and Easy to Understand. Thank you Erich!
I was having difficulties finding an attorney to help me with my case of bringing my husband over from South Korea. Attorney Straub enabled me not only with the K-1 visa and the green card process, but he was able to relieve my stress of it all. Going through this process is not easy and finding someone who would help me with my case was just amazing. If you need an attorney, he is the lawyer to call. He has dealt with all cases and is willing to try out ones he has done before such as a case of someone coming from South Korea. Now, my husband and I can live an everyday life together and will call out the services of Attorney Straub when it's time for my husband's green card renewal.
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Posted by Eve | June 30, 2022
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Highly highly recommend! Brilliant
Erich is amazing! I would highly highly recommend him! This process can feel overwhelming and confusing at times. There is so much to think about and to know and that is why we hired Erich. My wife and I are so happy we picked Erich and were able to work with him. Erich made the whole process so easy and took all the stress away. He was so helpful and answered any questions we had. He gave me all the tools to help me pass my citizenship test and made us feel at ease during every step of the immigration process. So professional at all times. Thank you Erich! We will miss working with you! If you are looking for an attorney, look no further! Erich is amazing . Highly highly recommend him!
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Posted by DAVID | June 11, 2022
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Thank you Eric!
I want to say Thank you to Mr. Straub because he has shown a side that is more human than other people that we have dealt with. He demonstrated that he has a human side by listening to our history and trying to understand how we felt as we went through the process. The other people that we dealt with were facts only people. They did not care about our feelings when we spoke to them.
I have learned form this experience that some professionals can be very intolerant of a person’s feelings. Mr. Straub never was that type of person with us. He was always available to answer our questions and, when needed, provide words of encouragement to help us to calm down.
David and Carolina
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Posted by Amanda Maqueia | January 27, 2022
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Marriage based green card - EXCELLENT PROFESSIONAL!
I cannot recommend him enough!! I played basketball for my national team and a Division I college. Planning and preparation are extremely important to me. Attorney Straub had a system in place that made me feel comfortable immediately, and because of that, the filling process was very easy and smooth. He promptly answered all of my questions. My wife and I felt very prepared going into the interview. I have already recommended him to close friends that are going through the same process, and I will always recommend his services with no hesitation!
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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2022
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New US Citizen
Awesome attorney patient, kind, caring, hard working. He works and walks with you through your journey. I would recommend him to and through your immigration journey.
Posted by Erika | November 8, 2021
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Daca to Residence
I had DACA since the start of the program, so I was no stranger to the immigration system. The stakes were much higher with my green card, so I wanted an experienced attorney. Mr. Straub did a fantastic job of preparing my husband and me for the interview. I would have been a complete mess without him. He truly does know how to ease any anxiety prior to an interview and guide us through every possible outcome. I have not seen my dad in nearly four years, and I am so excited to board the flight to visit him finally.
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Posted by Jonathan | November 5, 2021
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Green Card Achieved with Attorney Straub
Attorney Erich Straub is our superhero. Family stays together; the competency, effectiveness, and sincere care of Attorney Straub allowed my wife, daughter, and I to stay together and be a family. I am a harsh critic when I choose to trust a professional. I expect blunt, un-sugarcoated honesty (if there is a "fire", I want to know directly that there is a "fire"). With an optimistic attitude, Attorney Straub always answered my questions directly with hardcore truth. I appreciated this because if there was a problem, we could immediately figure out a way to resolve it (versus sweep it under the rug). He was very pro-active and always helped us prepare in advance of any significant event. Basically, Attorney Straub is a chess master in this world. Lastly, we were never "minion-ed". From day one to completion (nearly a year of events in our case), Attorney Straub worked and communicated with us directly (no secretaries, no assistants, and no avoidance). He felt our time was as important as his, so he gave his personal attention. Applying for a green card was one of the most stressful, high-stakes event in our lives; yet, somehow we were able to carry on our daily lives, sleep normally, and breathe because we knew once we did our part, Attorney Straub handled the rest with assurance. With the absolute highest respect, our family thanks Attorney Straub for delivering.
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Posted by Rafael | May 24, 2021
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Excellent support and great lawyer
"I have not taken a test since college. I get very anxious. When the citizenship interview notice came, I could not sleep. My wife told Mr. Straub, and he scheduled a video conference right away. He calmed me down and helped me focus. I just missed a perfect score by one question! Mr. Straub told me I could do it, and he was right. I probably would have quit without his encouragement and guidance."
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Posted by anonymous | May 4, 2021
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The best immigration lawyer in Milwaukee!
Eric is not only a good lawyer, but also a wonderful person. It is very important for me! Feel free to contact Him!
Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2021
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Excellent Lawyer that treated you like family!
I was served with a deportation notice back at the end of 2009. My husband and I was so scared and could not even imagine to be separated. The uncertainty of my situation was so nerve racking and lead to a lot of sleepless nights.
Then we met Mr. Erich Straub. Oh, what a blessing! Erich and his firm gave us hope. They went way far and beyond from the time we hired them, through all facing Immigration court which was way beyond we could have imagine. They gave us back our life and most of all our happiness as well us they brought our family together. They help us brought my kids here from the Philippines. Erich Straub and his firm brought way too many blessing, happiness and betterment of our family. They help us from getting my Green Card , bringing my kids here from the Philippines as well as getting my kids and my own Citizenship.
Erich Straub and his firm are not only our lawyers but our family, that is what they made us feel all throughout our immigration journey. We are forever grateful and are honored to have you helping us. My family and I without a doubt will recommend in a heart beat Straub Immigration to anyone who needs an immigration lawyer.
Mr. Erich Straub and colleagues , thank you so much for everything!
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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2021
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Green Card Application
Even with DACA, the thought of my husband’s green card interview was really intimidating. My husband and I wanted an attorney with knowledge, experience, and confidence. When other lawyers started recommending Mr. Straub, we knew we had to see him. He was always on top of our case as if he could do the process in his sleep. My husband was two years old when he came to this country, but getting his green card made him feel like he finally belonged. He has decided to go back to school, and we cannot wait to visit his family in Mexico for the first time.
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Posted by Simon | March 19, 2021
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Mr.
All my documents were spread out on Mr. Straub’s conference table. I was completely stressed out, but he calmly explained the process and said he could file the application before my visa expired in just a few weeks. I had such a feeling of relief.
Posted by Gabriela | March 18, 2021
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Having no status to citizenship...
I came to the U.S. when I was 8, but I always felt like an American. With citizenship, I finally feel safe for my kids and me. Mr. Straub represented me for 10 years, starting with my DACA and green card applications. I would have been lost by myself. He made me feel protected.
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2021
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Permanent Resident Card
Mr. Straub’s services really fit our busy schedule. He was able to do almost everything on the internet, even preparing us for our interview on Zoom. It was excellent, and we felt confident when we went to USCIS. We know other couples who hired an attorney, and they did not receive this level of service. Getting the green card was a huge weight off our shoulders. My husband is more relaxed and confident, and he just started a new job. In so many ways, we feel like our life together is just beginning.
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Posted by Carl | March 8, 2021
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Green Card application
My experience with Erich could not have been better. Through out the whole process he made sure that me and my wife had all the necessary documents for our application. He reached out to us with reminders of important dates before we even got the notice from the immigration office. We always felt like Erich took our case serious even though the Covid situation ended up giving him a busier schedule that usual and we always felt like he had our best interest in mind. Erich knows the Green Card process inside and out so I definitely recommend him for anyone who wants to get their process done correct and as smoothly as possible.
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Posted by Jackie | March 2, 2021
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Adjustment of Status
When my husband and I brought our daughter home from the hospital, his work card was waiting in the mail. They got their social security numbers on the same day! It meant so much to know that they were both safe. Attorney Straub was responsive and took the time to explain even the smallest details. Understanding the process made us feel confident and allowed us to focus on the baby.
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Posted by Sarah | February 11, 2021
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K1 Visa
I tried to get my husband a visa on my own. It was confusing and stressful, but I got through the first part okay. Then everything went wrong, and I got a scary letter from immigration telling me he had to leave. I called Attorney Straub in tears. He calmed me down and gave us a plan. He guided us every step of the way. I wish we had hired him from the beginning. My husband just got his green card, and we are so excited to move on to the next chapter of our life together in the U.S.
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Posted by Erin | March 15, 2020
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K1 Visa and Change of Status
We were led to Erich through a family friend and needed an attorney for our immigration proceedings. My husband and I got engaged and had no idea how to proceed. Erich made the process very easy and was in constant contact to answer all of our questions. Not only did he brief us when we had our interview with USCIS, but also briefed my husband when he was in the UK waiting for his interview by himself and came with us to USCIS when we had our in person interview together. Erich led us through with ease, was very knowledgeable about the laws we needed to know, and we couldn't have done any of this without him. We will continue to be in contact with him when we apply for citizenship in a few years.
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Immigration Attorney | Dec 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. When i have clients with immigration issues, I give them Erich's name. He does a great job advising people in complicated intersection of immigration law and other areas, such as criminal and family."
Immigration Attorney | May 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have had the honor of knowing Erich Straub for 16 years. As a crminal defense lawyer, I often need to consult with an immigration lawyer. Erich Straub has deservedly gained a reputation as one of the very best in Wisconsin. I would not hesitate to trust his advice or to seek his counsel. If you are in need of an immigration lawyer, you cannot do better than Erich Straub."
Immigration Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Whenever I have a client with an Immigration issue, I demand they go see Eric. He knows his stuff and is very professional and hardworking. I highly recommend him."