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Paschal Obinnaya Nwokocha
About Paschal
Biography
Ours is a Minneapolis-based firm with global reach. We have been privileged to represent individuals, families and businesses in all aspects of immigration law. Most of our clients are based in different states of the country andoverseas, and modern technology has made the distance insignificant. We partner with HR professionals and in-house counsel to deliver the most effective immigration law services to our clients. Visit our website to learn more about our firm.
Our experience range from the basic immigration petition complex immigration litigations. Among other things, we have handled various aspects of H1-B, PERM, Religious Workers, EB-5 Investor, Schedule A (Nurses) and Adjustment of Status applications. We believe that the U.S immigrations laws should work for our clients not against them.
Our attorneys and professional staff speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Igbo and Pidgin English.
Prior to law school, I was a candidate for the catholic priesthood. This background has been invaluable as we help various religious organizations and individuals with the ever-evolving area of Religous Worker and Special Immigrant (Religious Worker) petitions.
Thank you for reading about us and hope we can be of assistance to you.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
80%
27 years
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Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1996
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Paschal Nwokocha Law Offices, LLC
105 5th Avenue South, Suite 550, Minneapolis, MN, 55401
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Paschal Obinnaya Nwokocha's Reviews
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Posted by Isabelle | December 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Green card
Paschal is the best lawyer you can have. This is not the first time Paschal has successfully helped me with my immigration cases and I have never been disappointed. He is very professional. He is always there when you try to reach him. I'm very grateful of Paschal and the team. You guys I really the ...
Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Handled complicated immigration case
I tried many immigration lawyers before I met Mr. Nwokocha. I drove to his office in Minneapolis for 1/2 hr consultation and ended up hiring him. He was very thoughtful in his answers and answered all my questions with a smile rather than scaring me away. My case was complicated but he did and today ...
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Replied last December 16, 2020Thank you very much for this review. Glad we met your expectations.
Posted by Mohamad A. | May 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Immigration Lawyer in Minnesota!
I retained Mr. Nwokocha's legal service for my immigration case. Mr. Nwokocha and all of his staff couldn't be nicer, more professional and more respectful. I just took the oath to become a U.S. citizen today, and I will definitely recommend Mr. Knowkocha for his legal expertise and pleasant characte...
Paschal Nwokocha
Replied last December 16, 2020Thanks Mohamad. It has been an honor to have known you over these years. Thank you for allowing us to guide you through this complicated journey.
Posted by Vasil | September 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Awesome Attorney
Paschal Nwokocha is a man of integrity, vast experience , who has an exceptional knowledge of the law. Impeccable ethics and an unparalleled work ethic make him an outstanding attorney who is capable, meticulous, and diligent. He is a straight-talker who will not tell you what you want to hear, but w...
Paschal Nwokocha
Replied last December 16, 2020My friend--thank you! You will forever me missed!
Posted by Villy | September 4, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Helped to live my dream
Paschal is awesome person and outstanding professional. He went through that journey with me and guide me every step of the way to complete the process by law. He was always generous and available for questions and concerns. The honesty plays a huge role in that type of relationship, and believe me I...
Paschal Obinnaya Nwokocha's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I strongly endorse Paschal Nwokocha, professionally and personally. He is a thoughtful, skilled, and very knowledgeable attorney. Moreover, he has a client-centered orientation to his law practice. I am familiar with Paschal from the following: (1) Paschal and I worked together at the Minnesota Attorney General's Office; and (2) our paths have crossed from time to time after we each opened our private law practices."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Pachal Nwokocha since we both opened our law offices in the same building in the 1990s. I know him to be hard-working, highly competent, friendly, exceptionally professional, and genuinely concerned for his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone on any immigration matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nwokocha is an expert in R visas. I've known him as an active member of his local AILA chapter."
"I have known Paschal for over ten years, had the pleasure of working with him, and have referred him many potential clients. Paschal is a passionate advocate with a level-headed temperament that allows him to achieve great results for his clients. In the field of immigration, Paschal is unparalleled, but his work speaks for itself. If you ever have need for immigration questions, you must consult with Paschal first above all."
"I have worked with Paschal on a number of matters. His attention to detail and concern for his clients is quite high. He is a credit to the legal community."
"Paschal is an excellent attorney who is well recognized in the community for his experience, knowledge and expertise. He is the best manager/advocate and a real champion for his clients. A true leader in immigration law, in my opinion, he is the best immigration lawyer in MN."
"I have known Paschal over the years as an Immigration attorney with vast experience in Immigration Law ."
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Experience
Honors
2015
African Business of the Year, Mshale Newspaper
2009
Exceptional Law Firm, Volunteer Lawyers Network
2009
Certificate of Appreciation, Twin Cities World Refugee 2009
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Principal, Paschal Nwokocha Law Offices, LLC
1996 - 1999
Assistant Attorney General, Minnesota Attorney General
Associations
2008 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
2000 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Minnesota/Dakotas chapter)Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Ntangsi v. Gonzales
Petition for Review granted.
Education
1996
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2015
Immigration Practice in Minnesota
Introduction to Immigration Law
2014
AILA Audio Seminar
How to Fight Monster Denials & What May Be Lurking in the Shadows
2014
AILA 2014 National Conference
"My Case is Denied": Why This is not the end of the line
2014
2014 Upper Midwest Immigration Law Conference
Crimmigration: What You Need to Know to Stay Out of Trouble
2011
Immigrants & Refugees: Navigating the Legal System
Immigrants & Refugees: Navigating the Legal System
2011
2011 Upper Midwest Conference
Chutes and Ladders: Winning Naturalization without Triggering an NTA
2010
2010
2010 Upper Midwest Immigration Conference
Site Visit: H, R, L and the DOL
2009
Upper Midwest Immigration Conference
Religious Workers: Case and Regulatory Updates
2009
International Leadership Institute
International Immigration for Executives
2009
AILA 2009 National Annual Conference
Who Rules this town: Agencies that affect immigration
2008
Immigrants & Refugees: Navigating the Legal System
Immigration
2007
Religious Worker Rules Update
Religious Workers Rules Update
Publications
2015
Minnesota CLE
Introduction to Immigration Law
2008
William Mitchell Law Review
American Employment-Based Immigration Program In A Global Competitive Market Place: Need For Reform
Languages
Igbo
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I751 interview ?
22 Apr 2018
Q&A
Filing fee for I-765 covered under I-485 filing fee?
17 Jul 2014
Q&A
Continuance for Dismissal for a criminal charge - Immigration Consequences
08 Nov 2012