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Biography
I have been practicing immigration law exclusively since 2006. My practice areas include deportation defense, post-conviction relief for noncitizens, advising criminal defense attorneys on the immigration consequences of pending charges, family-based immigration (i.e. spousal green cards), asylum, and humanitarian applications (such as U visas for victims of certain crimes). I am the author of the Immigration Consequences of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses, which was published by the State Bar of Wisconsin in 2015. In 2022 and 2024, I was named 'Lawyer of the Year' by Best Lawyers in America in the field of immigration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Since 2021 I have been a faculty member at the Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College in Kansas City, Missouri where newer immigration lawyers are trained on deportation defense litigation. I have also been a guest lecturer at the University of Wisconsin Law School since 2015.
My favorite aspect of practicing immigration law is witnessing my clients become U.S. citizens. My father went through the naturalization process when he became a U.S. citizen. It is humbling and inspiring to see people from all over the world join as one.
When I am not at the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our daughter, and playing tennis and basketball.
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nevada for 24 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Odrcic Law Group LLC
5555 N Port Washington Rd Ste 201, Milwaukee, WI, 53217-5063
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Posted by Jan | November 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
A tenacious advocate!
There are not enough words to describe the level of expertise and commitment that Dav offers. The area of law in immigration is very delicate and personal. Acknowledging this, Dav takes a sensitive approach and holds himself and his entire team to the highest level of integrity. We had a very u...
Davorin J. Odrcic's Lawyer Endorsements
"Davorin is a highly respected immigration attorney here in the Milwaukee area."
"Davorin is one of the most well regarded Immigration attorneys in the field. He provides effective and zealous representation to all of his clients. Highly recommended."
"Attorney Odrcic is a great person in addition to having earned his professional reputation as a stellar immigration attorney. Attorney Odrcic provided excellent and very important counseling on the immigration consequences of criminal convictions and potential sentences in a case I had taken on and is the author of a book on the subject which I purchased soon afterward. Attorney Odrcic is the attorney for you if you're addressing immigration issues complicated by criminal convictions or pending charges."
"Dav is an excellent lawyer, who uses creative legal strategies to solve complex immigration issues. I have learned a lot from him, and I don't hesitate to refer cases to him."
Craig Mastantuono
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Experience
Honors
2024
Lawyer of the Year (Immigration Law, Milwaukee Wisconsin), Best Lawyers in America
2023
Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2022
Lawyer of the Year (Immigration, Milwaukee, Wisconsin), Best Lawyers in America
2021
Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Immigration, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Pro Bono Hero, American Immigration Lawyers Association
2014
Distinguished Public Service, U.S. Department of Justice
2002
Pro Bono, Clark County Bar Association
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Manager/Owner, Odrcic Law Group, LLC
2007 - 2013
Associate, Erich C. Straub, Immigration Attorney, LLC
2006 - 2007
Member, Immigration Law Office of Davorin J. Odrcic
2001 - 2005
Associate, Schreck Brignone
Associations
2017 - Present
National Lawyers Guild, National Immigration ProjectMember
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationTreasurer/Secretary/Vice Chair for Wisconsin Chapter
2019 - 2020
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationChapter Chair of the Wisconsin Chapter of AILA
2013 - 2023
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Garcia-Martinez v. Barr, 921 F.3d 674 ((7th Cir. 2019)
Petition for Review granted and remanded back to the Board of Immigration Appeals
State v. Mursal, 2013 WI App 125
Affirmed
Education
2001
Notre Dame Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
George Washington University
MA - Masters
1993
Marquette University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Representing Clients With Criminal Histories, CIMT, and 212(h) Waivers
2023
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Wisconsin Chapter)
Crimmigration Updates
2023
2023 Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College, Kansas City, Missouri
Faculty Member at Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College
2022
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Fall Chicago Conference)
Federal Immigration Litigation 101
2022
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago Chapter)
Courtroom Skills Workshop
2022
2022 Immigration Court Trial Advocacy
Faculty Member at Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College
2021
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Consequences of Arrests and Convictions On The Beneficiary And The Impact On Adjustment Of Status
2021
2021 Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College
Faculty Member at Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College
2020
American Immigration Lawyers Association Midwest Regional Conference
BIA And Federal Court Decisions Updates
2020
Advanced Crimmigration Topics For Immigration & Defense Lawyers
Crimmigration in Wisconsin
2019
Immigrant Justice Campaign Fearless Lawyering Series
Bad Facts In Immigration Court
2019
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Surprises in Immigration Court: How to Handle the Unexpected
2018
Immigrant Justice Campaign
Removal Defense Workshop
2018
Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Central American Migration Stories: Diverse Perspectives on Causes and Consequences
2018
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Wisconsin chapter)
Crimmigration 101 & Beyond: Basic Concepts & Advanced Strategies
2018
2018 Wisconsin State Public Defender Annual Conference
Recent Developments, Enforcement, and Preparing Your Client for the Immigration System
2017
Wisconsin State Public Defender Training
Anticipated Crimmigration Challenges in 2017 & Beyonbd
2017
Wisconsin State Public Defender Annual Conference
Plea Negotiations For Noncitizen Defendants: Taking Advantage Of The Categorical Approach
2017
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Annual Conference
Crimmigration Under The Trump Administration: How Defense Attorneys Should Advise Their Noncitizen Clients
2017
Emergent C21 Forum
The Visa Promise
2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association Midwest Regional Conference
Practice Skills In Immigration Court
2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Predicting The Value Of Representation In Removal Proceedings
2015
Wisconsin State Public Defender Annual Conference
Top Ten Things Immigration Lawyers Want Criminal Defense Attorneys To Know
2015
Dane County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
Crimmigration 101
2015
Beyond Padilla v. Kentucky: The Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
Immigration Law for Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Wisconsin Annual Judicial Conference
SeparatingThe Facts and Myths of Immigration
2014
Neither Here Nor There: Post-Order Legal Limbo
Removal For Experts
2014
Get Me Out Of Here!: Strategies Related To The Initation Of Removal Proceedings
Removal For Experts
2014
Get Me Out of Here!: Strategies Related To The Cessation of Removal Proceedings
Removal For Experts
2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association Midwest Regional Conference
Challenging Charges In The Notice To Appear
2013
Latin American Caribbean U.S. Latino Studies (LACUSL) Series
Crimmigration 101: How Our Draconian Immigration Laws Deport Virtual Citizens
2009
Center for 21st Century Studies
Obstruction Of Justice: How The Immigration Detention System Adversely Affects The Attorney-Client Relationship
Publications
2021
Pinnacle (State Bar of Wisconsin)
The Immigration Consequences Of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses (2nd Edition) (Co-Author)
2020
Madison Capital Times
Trump Reserves Second Chances For Rich And Powerful While Targeting Hmong Immigrants
2018
State Bar of Wisconsin (Pinnacle)
Immigration Consequences of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses (SECOND SUPPLEMENT)
2018
Wisconsin Lawyer
Immigration Consequences Of A Plea
2018
Best Lawyers Magazine
Immigration Policy: Ebbs & Flows During Trump's First Year
2017
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
What 'America First' Ought to Mean
2017
State Bar of Wisconsin (Pinnacle)
Immigration Consequences of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses (FIRST SUPPLEMENT)
2016
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook
Hourly Versus Flat Fee
2015
State Bar of Wisconsin
Plea Bargaining for Noncitizen Clients: What Defense Attorneys Should Know
2015
State Bar of Wisconsin (Pinnacle)
Immigration Consequences of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses
2012
El Conquistador
Obama Announces Relief From Deportation For Thousands Of Undocumented Immigrants
2012
State Bar of Wisconsin
E-Verify: Electronic System to Confirm Employment Eligibility
2010
State Bar of Wisconsin
Duty to Advise Noncitizens
2009
American Immigration and Nationality Association (AILA), Immigration and Nationality Law Handbook
Developing Strategies for Clients in Removal Proceedings
2007
Croatian Chronicle
When a Lawful Permanent Resident Should Consider Naturalization: The Benefits of Citizenship
2007
Croatian Chronicle
Falling in Love Overseas: The Basic Requirements for Obtaining a K-1 Fiance Visa
2006
Croatian Chronicle
The Immigration Consequences of Travel: What Every Non-Citizen Should Know Before Departing The United States
2006
Croatian Chronicle
Do You Want To Become A U.S. Citizen? The Basic Requirements Of Naturalization
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Had stokes interview for i 751
27 Aug 2018
Q&A
What documents does my Fiance need to bring along that are required for adjustment status filling?
16 Jun 2018
Q&A
Will I be inadmissible for green card application with an Ordinance violation that says "Fraud on a gas station"?
13 Jun 2018