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Jonathan Thompson Velie
also known as Jon Velie
About Jonathan
Biography
Jon Velie was born into a family that valued education, justice, and public service. His upbringing was steeped in the ideals of fairness and equality, which would later shape his career in law. Growing up in a nurturing environment, Jon was encouraged to pursue his interests and excel academically. His early exposure to legal discussions and the challenges faced by individuals in need of legal representation sparked his interest in the field of law.
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Licensed in Texas for < 1 year
State: Texas
Acquired: 2025
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 32 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jonathan Thompson Velie
401 W. Main St., Ste. 310, Norman, OK, 73069
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Experience
Honors
2019
2019 United Nations Oklahoma Human Rights Award, United Nations
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Lead Counsel, Velie Global Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
2006 - Present
Society for Human Resource ManagementMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Cherokee Nation v. Nash — Cherokee Freedmen Citizenship
Landmark victory — Federal court ruled Cherokee Freedmen have full citizenship rights under the 1866 Treaty. Cherokee Nation accepted without appeal and began processing Freedmen applications.
Education
1993
University of Oklahoma College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2024
Sports Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Immigration Law and Sports: Visas for Athletes and Coaches
2021
Sports Lawyers Association Podcast
Pandemic Immigration Issues for the Sports Industry
Publications
2024
Digital Journal
Jon Velie's Tech-Focused Perspective on Immigration Law
2023
Languages
English