$ 100-300 per hour
PRO
also known as Dr Ope Banwo, Ope Banwo
Virtual Consultation Available
I am a U.S. immigration attorney with nearly three decades of legal experience, admitted to the New York Bar and federal courts. My journey into immigration law is deeply personal—I understand both the promise of America and the challenges immigrants face navigating a complex legal system.
Over the years, I have built my practice around helping individuals, families, and professionals secure their future in the United States through strategic, well-prepared immigration cases. I handle family-based petitions, employment-based visas such as EB-1 and EB-2 NIW, deportation defense, asylum, and immigration appeals.
My approach is simple: clarity, strategy, and execution. Immigration is not just about filling forms—it is about positioning your case for success.
I represent clients nationwide and internationally, providing structured consultations designed to give clear direction and realistic options. My goal is to help serious clients achieve the American Dream—without costly mistakes.
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Practice Area
29 years | 12,000 cases
$ 100-300 per hour
25%-33%
Always
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Mobile
3568 Dodge Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE, 68131
banwolaw.net
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Posted by Betty | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
⭐ “Finally Able to Work and Support Myself”
Getting my work permit was extremely important to me, but I didn’t know how to navigate the process. Dr. Ope Banwo and his team made everything clear and manageable. They were patient, professional, and always available to answer my questions. When my approval came through, it was a huge rel...
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1989
Best Graduating Student [LL.M], University Of Lagos
2026 - Present
Founding Partner, Banwo & Associates, PLLC [Dallas, Houston, New York Offices]
1997 - Present
Founding Partner, Banwo and Igbokwe Law, LLC [Nebraska]
1989 - 1995
Founding Partner, Banwo And Abidakun [Attorneys-At-Law]
1986 - 1988
Associate Attorney, Okechukwu, Oragwu, Bello [attorneys-at-law]
1986 - 1987
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.
1989
LL.M - Master of Laws
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
2025
2019
2026
2025
2025
English
Spanish
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Withdrew I-130 after short marriage — do I need to address I-864?
13 Apr 2026
What to do with my pending reentry permit case if I left before USCIS received it(biometrics reused)
13 Apr 2026
Is it safe to travel domestically in the US currently with a withholding of removal order?
12 Apr 2026