I have a bachelor's degree in Philosophy, graduating with honors and emphasis in Ethics. I received my Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Chapman University School of Law and have been working in immigration law for more than eight years. I am a member of the Junior League of Boise, and volunteer for Catholic Charities and Women and Children's Alliance.
I feel honored that so many people have trusted me with their immigration matters. My passion is empowering those individuals who are maneuvering through this complex and often confusing U.S. immigration system. In a very real sense, lives are at stake. Families are at risk. I want to make the process as easy as I can for all of those attempting to obtain immigration benefits. Let me take some of the stress and confusion out of the process. Reach out to me.
Practice areas
Comprehensive immigration law experience with specialization in employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant visas
12 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Portuguese
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2012 | 06/05/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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CALI Award for Excellence in Client Counseling | Chapman University SOL | 2012 |
CALI Award for Excellence in Remedies | Chapman University SOL | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Ramirez-Smith & Tvinnereim | 2018 - Present |
Senior Attorney | Wilner & O'Reilly, Aplc | 2013 - Present |
Law Clerk | Wilner & O'Reilly, Aplc | 2009 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Junior League of Long Beach | Member | 2014 - Present |
Long Beach Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
Distinguished Young Women | Judge | 2007 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Chapman Univ SOL | N/A | |
California St Univ Long Beach | N/A |
Posted by Alex
December 7, 2018
Nikki Ramirez-Smith, Immigration Attorney on Feb 20, 2018
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Talia is a great lawyer who works very hard for her clients. She is very knowleadgable in the complex area of immigration law and I highly recommend her.
Sully Bryan, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Chien-Yu Wang, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Kelly O'Reilly, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Carpenter, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Wilner, Immigration Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jeanny Tsoi, Immigration Attorney on Oct 5, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
It has been a great pleasure working with Talia. Whenever I have a question concerning family-based immigration matters, she is always my "go-to" person.
Jordan Moody, Immigration Attorney on Aug 2, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Talia on a good amount of cases, and I can always rely on her high level of dedication and her knowledge of the law. I have seen that clients love her, and I have also seen that immigration officers love working with her. I endorse this lawyer.
Jason Burris, Immigration Attorney on Jul 19, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Talia is a brilliant attorney that is a fierce advocate for her clients. I enjoyed working with her and I highly recommend her.
Anthony McClaren, Immigration Attorney on Apr 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Nicholas Fortino, Unknown Attorney on Mar 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Talia Drake has worked purely Immigration matters and has developed extensive experience in the zealous representation of her client's. Any client in need of representation or consultation in matters pertaining to immigration are well-advised to contact Ms. Drake.
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