$ 100-300 per hour
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also known as Dr Ope Banwo, Ope Banwo
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As the founder of Banwo & Associates, Dr. Ope Banwo helps clients navigate U.S. immigration with a structured, strategic approach built on nearly 30 years of legal experience. Because immigration is federal law, he represents clients across the country, with admissions in New York and the Federal District Court of Nebraska. Dr. Banwo assists professionals and employers with employment-based pathways such as EB-1, EB-2 National Interest Waivers, EB-3, and work visas including H-1B, L-1, and O-1. He also guides families through adjustment of status, consular processing, and immigrant petitions in both immediate-relative and preference categories. For clients facing higher-stakes issues such as prior denials, heightened scrutiny, RFEs or NOIDs, status concerns, or removal proceedings, Dr. Banwo focuses on risk assessment, case restructuring, and careful documentation to strengthen the record before the government makes a decision. His background includes legal training in Nigeria and advanced study in law, along with extensive experience in business consulting, technology entrepreneurship, and legal publishing. This insight can be especially helpful in business and professional immigration matters. Dr. Banwo works with clients nationwide and through offices in Dallas and Arlington, Texas, as well as New York and Nebraska.
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29 years | 12,000 cases
$ 100-300 per hour
25%-33%
Always
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
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3568 Dodge Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE, 68131
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Posted by Yohanna Isuwa | April 09, 2026
A Truly Professional and Reliable Attorney
Working with Opeolu Banwo was a very positive experience for me. Right from the start, he came across as professional, knowledgeable, and truly committed to helping me understand everything clearly. I especially appreciated his patience, he broke things down in a simple way and never made me feel hur...
Posted by Ololade | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent Service
Lawyer Op was hired by us, to handle pressing immigration situation, I must say he went over above to ensure our matter was handled, both expeditiously and professionally, he was a breath of fresh on a matter that prior to him had been mishandled by other lawyers,if you need it and done well this is ...
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Experience
I not only recommend Dr.Ope Banwo Best, but I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. He responds in an extreme timely matter, he is a very knowledge, trustworthy person. There is no other attorney that will work as hard for you. I used Dr.OPe for immigration , he is a ...
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Dr Ope Banwo is Worth Every Dollar
I was initially hesitant about hiring an immigration lawyer because of the cost, but looking back now, working with Dr. Ope Banwo was one of the best decisions I have ever made. He and his team handled my case with a level of professionalism and attention to detail that I had not seen before. A...
Posted by Adebowale | April 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
“Preparation Is Everything And Dr. Banwo Got It Right”
I had heard many stories of people being denied asylum, so I was very nervous about my case. Working with Dr. Ope Banwo made a huge difference. He didn’t rush anything. He made sure everything was done properly before submission and prepared me very well for my interview. When the approval c...
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1989
Best Graduating Student [LL.M], University Of Lagos
2026 - Present
Founding Partner, Banwo & Associates, PLLC [Dallas]
2009 - Present
Founding Partner, Banwo and Igbokwe Law, LLC [Nebraska]
1997 - 2009
Founding Partner, Banwo And Associates Law Firm
1989 - 1995
Founding Partner, Banwo And Abidakun Law Firm
1986 - 1988
Associate Attorney, Okechukwu, Oragwu, Bello [attorneys-at-law]
1986 - 1986
Intern, Abraham Adesanya and Co
1997 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Nigerian Bar AssociationMember
EB-1 petition approved, allowing the client to pursue permanent residence.
Case Outcome: L-1 visa approved, allowing the client to establish operations in the United States and proceed with long-term immigration planning.
Adjustment of status approved, and client successfully obtained permanent residence.
Client was able to remain in the United States after a successful defense in immigration court.
Asylum granted, allowing the client to remain lawfully in the United States.
2011
PhD - Doctorate
1989
LL.M - Master of Laws
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
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