Licensed for 41 years

Immigration Lawyer at Arlington, TX
Practice Areas: Immigration

About Ollie

Biography

I have proudly practiced immigration law with honesty and great enthusiasm since opening my practice in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area in 1984. Previously employed by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) in Cleveland, Ohio, where I attended law school, I was immediately drawn to the immigrant population because I saw the parrallels of their lives to my own American story. I was born in Mississippi, and grew up in poverty in the segregated Deep South. I always knew, however, that with a goal, education and hard work, I could improve my life. I wanted something better, and a new life.

That's what immigrants want. In this country, they can achieve the American dream. I have been so proud to help foreign nationals along this path. Since 1984, I have helped thousands of foreign nationals improve their lives and that of each successive generation through acquiring legal status, US citizenship, and fighting off deportation. My accomplishments are well-attested to by the fact that most of my new clients come to my office as referrals from prior clients with the highest recommendation.

But, there have been some bruises along the way, as this site () seems to proudly report for the gain that they receive from advertisers. Avvo is prominently reporting that I have been disciplined by the State Bar Association. Inasmuch as they have no interest in giving you the full facts, I would like to honestly and openly do so here. Several years ago, I was dealing with illness which became progressively worse -- to the point that I missed a lot of time at work and even offered clients the opportunity to pick-up their files. Ultimately, I was sanctioned by the Bar, but at no time was I prohibited from continuing my practice. This was my greatest professional adversity; however, I took full responsibility for this unfortunate and unpreventable turn of events.

Through medical treatment, and my faith in God, I am healthy and fit! I have come a long way and have fought many battles to get to where I am today. I have learned from all of my life experiences, good and bad, and I continue to grow in a very positive manner. I remain equally committed to fighting just as hard for my clients today as I have done in the past. A number of my return clients have commented that I am now a better Attorney than ever before. They continuously attest that my reprimand was simply an aberration, saying it does not represent how I have conducted my practice. I so appreciate each client for standing by me and my practice. I look forward to my next 25 years of being the "best immigration lawyer that you could find anywhere."

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Since 1984, Ollie R. Jefferson, Attorney at Law, has focused solely on immigration and nationality law. A former INS employee, she graduated from Alcorn State University and Cleveland Marshall College of Law. She is also the co-founder of the Jefferson-Titus Multicultural Foundation, Inc., and is a member of the State Bar College. She has been recognized for continuing legal education hours exceeding those mandated by the State of Texas of all lawyers.

42 years

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

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Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 33 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2004

Licensed in Ohio for 41 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1984

Inactive

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Location

Law Offices of Ollie Jefferson

212 S Mesquite St Ste 2f, Arlington, TX, 76010

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Ollie Jefferson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by K. Y. | September 09, 2009 | Immigration

Fights Hard For Clients

This is the person to have on your side. She stands up for you, and some people don't like that. She helped my wife a lot, and even went over important things over and over with her. When we went to the interview, we were so prepared that my wife said it seems like they were asking just the minor que...stions. Best of all, they gave her the visa!

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Posted by John | September 09, 2009 | Immigration

Best immigration lawyer

Because of the excellent work of attorney Ollie Jefferson, she has made it possible to continue living in the United States of America. I had a green card for almost 10 years, then I made a mistake and got into some trouble. The Immigration tried to take away my legal status and deport me. This att...orney was referred to me by friends who she helped over 20 years ago. She defended me against the deportation charges and was able to show all of the good about me. The deportation judge let me keep my green card, and the Ollie Jefferson told me I should apply to become a US citizen. She did the application for me, and thanks to America who gives people a second chance, I am going to take the oath to be an American this month!

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Ollie Jefferson's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Gibson

Immigration lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Friend

"I believe that Ollie is conscientious."

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Experience

Rating: 6.6 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2004

updated on 06/04/2007

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Ollie’s comment:

“FULLY LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW, WELL RESPECTED BY IMMIGRATION JUDGES, CIS, AND ICE. SEE "ABOUT ME" ABOVE.”

Honors

1996

Presidential Citation, National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education

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Special Service Award, Migration and Refugee Services of the U.S. Catholic Conference

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Achievement Award, U.S. Congress, 21st District, Ohio

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Work Experience

1984 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Ollie R. Jefferson

1986 - 1988

Legalization Specialist, Catholic Charities

1980 - 1982

Immigration Officer, Immigration & Naturalization Service (INS)

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Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Texas State Bar Association

National Lawyers Guild

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Sample of Legal Cases

Deportation / Removal Defense

Client let off of deportation plane

15 year administrative battle, green card granted

Lawful permanent resident status granted.

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Education

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Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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Alcorn State University

pre-law

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Speaking Engagements

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Various since practice opened

Immigration & Nationality Law

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Publications

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Immigration News (office newsletter)

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram Attorney was quoted in articles and attorney's opinion pieces were published

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Languages

English

Spanish

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Activity

3

Legal Answers

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Legal Guides

Legal Guide

Legal status for victims of crime

10 Aug 2011

Legal Guide

Why Become A Naturalized US Citizen?

18 Jan 2011