$ 50-300 per hour
Anne Elizabeth Ohlrich
About Anne
Biography
Ms. Ohlrich has been a licensed attorney since May 1998. Commissioned immediately thereafter with the U.S Department of State, Ms. Ohlrich served in London, U.K, Recife, Brazil, Washington D.C, and finally as the Deputy Chief of the Non-Immigrant Visa Section in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
Since 2005 Ms. Ohlrich has taught international relations and law at St. Mary's University. During her tenure at St. Mary's she established the Organization for Conflict Diplomacy as well as the Institute for Diplomacy and Strategic Initiatives.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
90%
28 years
Business
10%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Pro bono
25 %
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
Ohlrich Law Firm
8400 Blanco Rd., Suite 201, San Antonio, TX, 78216
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | General Knowledge
Posted by Gina | October 22, 2013 | Immigration
I-9 Audits
Anne's knowledge of not only immigration law, but also of the audit process for I-9's was invaluable to us after we received notice that we were randomly selected. After the officers left the subpoena, Anne was in our office within 24 hours. She reviewed, prepared the documents for transport, and w...
Anne Elizabeth Ohlrich's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Anne. She has one of the most impressive resumes known to mankind. She has been a Foreign Service Office, a Diplomat, Consular Officer and Program Manager with the U.S. Department of State working in posts including London (Chief of the Visa Coordination Unit and Dept. Chief of the Immigration Visa Section), Brazil (Chief of the Consular Section), and Ciudad Juarez (Dept. Chief of Non-Immigrant Visa Unit) as well as the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs in Washington D.C. She is also a law professor and has taught courses in Diplomacy, The Global War on Terror, Human Trafficking, the Globalization of Crime and Transnational Criminal Organizations, and was commended for her work in September 2011 by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence Centers for Academic Excellence. She is a frequent speaker on panels for the Department of Homeland Security; UTPA, and for the American Immigration"
"Anne is an extremely knowledgable immigration attorney with a wealth of experience!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Can't say enough great things about Anne Ohlrich. Her knowledge and experience make her a wonderful attorney and combined with her passion and compassion she is a phenomenal advocate! She is particularly well-versed in business immigration issues and I can't recommend her highly enough. She is creative and she will do WHATEVER she can to assist a client!"
"I highly endorse Anne, she has a wealth of experience in all aspects of immigration law and processes. She is a mentor and Professor and is highly appreciated."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Working under her was such an amazing opportunity. She was extremely knowledgeable in so many aspects of immigration law. She always had an answer or was extremely resourceful to get me one quickly. She not only helps her clients with their legal problems, she is sure to treat everyone with the upmost respect, attentiveness, and perseverance."
"I am pleased to endorse Anne Elizabeth Ohlrich."
"Anne Ohlrich is a knowledgeable, responsible and experienced attorney. Her former work as a Foreign Service Officer adds value to her practice in the field of immigration law."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in TX, 2019
updated on 01/24/2020This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Honors
2012
Best New Immigration Firm, Best of Antonio 212
2011
Excellence in Education, Office of the Director of National Intelligence CAE
2003
Meritorious Honor Award, U.S. Department of State
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner and Partner, The Ohlrich Law Firm, PLLC
2005 - Present
Professor, St. Mary's University Of San Antonio
1999 - 2005
Consular Officer, U.S. Department Of State
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationBusiness Immigration Committee
2014 - Present
State Bar of TexasTexas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct Committee
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of TexasCommittee Member on Laws Relating to Immigration and Nationality
2009 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association
1998 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
San Antonio Bar Association
Bexar County Women's Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
DACA's; E1/E2; EB5; EB1C; TN; L and Family Based Cases
Approved
I-9 Audits
$0 fines
L1/ L2
Approved
Education
1998
St. Mary's University
Speaking Engagements
2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Texas chapter)
E Visas and Consular Issues
2013
TalkNow SA
Immigration Reform
2013
KENS-5
Immigration Checkpoints
2013
KABB News at 9
DACA - Immigration
2013
AILA Spring Conference
H1B Cap and Alternative Options
2012
AILA Spring Conference
Investor Visas
2011
Texas Week with Rick Casey
Consular Access and International Law
2011
St. Mary's University Presidents Peace Commission
National Security
2011
Great Decisions
Rebuilding Haiti
2005
St. Mary's University Presidents Peace Commission
Immigration & National Security
Publications
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
French
German
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I'm under H1B and married to a US citizen, can I quit my job and still file for green card using the adjustment of status Form?
05 Mar 2014
Q&A
How can I persuade my employer to join E-verify system? (Advantages and Disadvantages of E-verify)
22 Oct 2013