Ngawang Dolker
About Ngawang
Biography
Ngawang Dolker is an attorney at Steven C. Thal, P.A., where she primarily focuses on immigration law. Ngawang earned her J.D. from Mitchell Hamline School of Law and her B.A. from the University of Minnesota.
Prior to law school, Ngawang worked as a paralegal at a small immigration law firm. While in law school, she was a student attorney in the Immigration Clinic representing indigent clients before the USCIS and EOIR. She was a judicial intern for the local immigration court in Fort Snelling where she worked directly under the supervision of the immigration judges and the attorney advisors. Ngawang was a student attorney for the Department of Homeland Security, OPLA where she worked directly with the Assistant Chief Counsels. Ngawang also volunteered at the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota and was the Public Interest in Law Fellowship recipient where she clerked at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid with the immigration department.
Currently, Ngawang is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She is a volunteer attorney for the Volunteer Lawyers Network (VLN), Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, and the Advocates for Human Rights. Through VLN, she also works on child custody cases for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. Additionally, Ngawang volunteers her time as a board member of the Tibetan American Foundation of Minnesota.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 8 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2017
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Location
Steven C. Thal, P.A.
10580 Wayzata Blvd, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN, 55305
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Ngawang Dolker's Reviews
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68 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Lindsay | August 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney !
As a new resident of Minnesota and in need of an attorney, we did not have sources to get referrals for finding a reccomended attorney. I looked online for a firm and found Ngawang Dolker. We sent in an email and much to my surprise Ngawang called us within an hour ! Amazing response ! Our situation ...
Posted by Antonia | June 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Thank you so much!!
The process was so easy and very fast. I feel so blessed to have met her and that she took the time to take my case. Whenever I felt uneasy, I was so comfortable to reach out with any questions and concerns. She's very straightforward and doesn't beat around the bush. The process of gathering my info...
Posted by Issa | March 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
I-129 F :Fiancée visas
My I-129F case was extraordinarily done with Ngawang help and ultimate Team support. From the beginning to the interview and Passport picks up, she followed up to make sure everything works smoothly. My fiancé and I , are so grateful to all she done for us. What incredible lawyer !
Posted by Juan | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Naturalization
I had an excellent experience working with Ms . Dolker, I hire her legal services for my naturalization process. Throughout the process Ms. Dolker , was very knowledgeable, responsive , patient and very professional. I would definitely recommend Steven C Thal P. A law office.
Posted by Dechen Ngodup | November 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Best lawyer
Mrs Ngawang Dolker Laa isProfessional and responsive. My lawyer demonstrated a deep understanding of the law, making the entire legal process smooth. Highly recommend!"
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Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Public Interest Legal Fellowship, MN Justice Foundation
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Associate, Steven C. Thal, P.A.
Associations
2021 - Present
Council on Asian Pacific MinnesotansBoard Member
2017 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Minnesota/Dakotas chapter)Member
2017 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2021 - 2023
Tibetan American Foundation of MinnesotaPresident
2020 - 2021
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter)2021 Upper Midwest Conference Co-Chair
2018 - 2021
Tibetan American Foundation of MinnesotaBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
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Education
2016
JD
Speaking Engagements
2020
INA 237(a)(1)(h) waiver
Languages
Spanish
Tibetan
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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N400 delay? Normal in covid ?
27 Aug 2020
I-485 interview through EB2 while pending asylum?
29 Aug 2020
What are the documents I will need to send to USCIS for Work Authorization renewal?
22 Jul 2020