Allan Scott Lolly

Allan Scott Lolly

also known as Allan S. Lolly, Allan S. Lolly & Assoc. PC

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 35 years

Immigration Lawyer at La Jolla, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

888 Prospect St., Suite 200, La Jolla, CA

About Allan

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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Location

Allan S. Lolly & Assoc. PC

888 Prospect St., Suite 200, La Jolla, CA, 92037

Allan S. Lolly & Associates APC

260 Madison Avenue, Suite 8000A, New York, NY, 10016

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Allan Scott Lolly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

143 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 41 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Andres | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

100% Recommended

Allan did an excellent job providing me all the information I needed and answering my questions related to my case. He also reviewed all the documents and asked questions to immigration officials to clarify my case when needed. On a couple of occasions I even got replies from him during the weekend! ...He's very dedicated and has given me a lot of peace of mind during the process. I would recommend him 100%.

Allan Lolly

Replied last March 11, 2016

Thank you Andre. Allan

Posted by Russell | March 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Miracle workers

Allan's firm came highly recommended to me from Deron Smallcomb at Easy Fiancé Visas. During a consultation with Deron in December 2013 about obtaining a K-1 visa for my fiancée, I explained that she had a cancelled tourist visa. Deron explained that my fiancée would probably require at minimum a 601... waiver which he did not handle. He referred me to Allan Lolly who I contacted and he promptly called me back. During the consultation with Allan, I learned that my fiancée's case was a bit more complicated than expected. We had a few phone conversations and exchanged e-mails over a two week period during which time Allan explained the waiver process and gathered enough information to make a decision if this was a case he could be successful with. During our final phone conversation, Allan asked for me to explain things going on in my life that could qualify for hardship. After determining that the care I provide for my autistic brother and aging mother would qualify me for a 601 hardship waiver, Allan determined he could represent me and my fiancée and while he did not guarantee that the waiver would be approved, he felt confident that we could obtain a waiver. Allan explained the fees for his service and a payment plan and what types of letters and documents I would need to gather over the coming months, a contract was e-mailed to me and I signed the contract the following day. Although Allan's firm prepares K-1 visas, his firm worked with Easy Fiancé Visas to prepare the K-1 portion while Allan's firm prepared the 601 and 212 waivers. Immediately after signing the contracts, I was contacted by Schuyler Lolly who explained the process to me, gave a timeline for how long the process might take and e-mailed me information that would be needed to prepare the waivers. The K-1 process happened relatively quickly but delays in obtaining a passport for my fiancée's daughter slowed the process to a crawl. After almost a year since beginning the process, we finally attended the K-1 interview in Juarez. Just as Allan and Schuyler explained to me, my fiancée was denied the visa but granted the opportunity to file a 601 and 212 waivers. While we waited to get the passports, Schuyler continued to gather information and even put in a FOIA request for border entrance and exit records for my fiancée so that there would be no surprises. After the interview, I sent everything I had gathered over the past year to Allan's firm and Schuyler took everything I had sent and composed a very thorough and accurate brief to accompany the waiver application. It took a few months to put together the entire waiver packet as we had to continue to gather and send information and evidence but in the end I felt very confident about what we had sent. Allan and Schuyler summarized our situation and made a strong case for why it should be approved. It took 6 months for our 601 and 212 waivers to be adjudicated but three days before Christmas 2015, we were approved. To summarize, my fiancée had a very complicated history of entrances, exits and overstays. The core of the case was that she had worked while living in the states which added misrepresentation to the visa violations. Allan and Schuyler worked with these issues to create a waiver packet based on my need to remain in California to take care of my brother and mother as well as my own responsibilities. Throughout the 1 1/2 years it took to file the waiver, they always remained in communication with me even during the period when we could do nothing except wait. Everything that Allan and Schuyler told me would happen during the process happened as they said it would so there were no surprises. My fiancée is currently in the states now thanks to Allan and Schuyler and we are preparing for our wedding to fulfill the K-1 requirements. I highly recommend ASL Law Firm for anyone who needs to file the 601 and 212 waivers or advice. Thanks Allan & Schuyler

Allan Lolly

Replied last March 07, 2016

Thank you so much Russell. It's important to explore the details and have a good strategy before submission and then execute properly. Very kindly, Allan

Posted by Patricia | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Efficient and positive experience

I worked with Schuyler and Allan to help with a complicated court case of mine. The whole issue was handled carefully, all deadlines were met, and in the end we won. I couldn't have asked for a better office to help handle matters. I worked remotely with the firm, which is great for me because I c...an't be available to go to an office in person at all times. Communication was done mostly by email, which was fine. I understand the need for email, since I work with a regular client base and it helps keep things efficient and accurate. At times, it would take a few days for a response, but the work product and results were great. If there was an emergency, I could call and Schuyler would help follow up. It's a good team. I would recommend Allan as an attorney to anyone. Allan and Schuyler, thanks so much for the effort!! You helped in more ways than I can say.

Allan Lolly

Replied last September 23, 2015

Thanks Patricia. Your type of case required advance legal skills and sometimes clients cannot tell when they attorney is performing well. Yours was a good success, so thank you for posting this note. Kindly, Allan

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Awesome, Fast and Affordable!

I hired the law firm of Allan S. Lolly to help remove conditions related to my wife’s conditional green card (ie, filing of I-751). The entire process was smooth – from my initial consultation to actually engaging the firm. I worked with a very competent and friendly group of professionals (s...pecial mention to Taylor, who was very accommodating). I was provided with very timely and clear instructions on how to complete the particulars required for the filings, and any questions I had were quickly answered. It is also worth mentioning cost: this firm’s charges were a LOT less than other firms were quoting (and less than other firms I used in the past for my own green card filing), while the services they provided were superb. I am happy to report that my wife’s filing was successful! I will definitely be using the firm again when it is time to apply for her US citizenship!

Allan Lolly

Replied last September 08, 2015

Thank you. I will pass the kudos to Taylor. The goal is not to be cheap, but to just figure out what it takes to get the job done for a reasonable cost. I very much appreciate your support and kind words. The citizenship ceremony is a blast because there are people from all over the world coming together over citizenship. See you then. Allan

Posted by Saeed | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Like working with a friend

There's not enough words to explain how helpful Allan and his team were for my partner and I. We hired Allan and his team to help with my fiancé immigration process and they were not only helpful but made it easy for us to understand the process we were going through and answering every question we a...sked with friendly professionalism. In fact we have every intention to use Allan's services for my permanent residency transition.

Allan Lolly

Replied last September 08, 2015

Thanks Saeed. Sometimes, people will assume the attorney is only in it for the money. We all have fears. I want to do a good job and I've always felt this way. Making friendships along the way is a huge bonus. Best wishes to you and your family. Kindly, Allan

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Allan Scott Lolly's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lolly is a top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Block

Immigration lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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K. Jairam

Immigration lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Other

"Knowledgeable and experienced in family immigration matters. I recommend Attorney Allan Lolly to clients with family immigration matters."

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Sean Cleary

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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James Dicks

Immigration lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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F. Capriotti

Immigration lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Lolly without question. We have interacted on many matters and his knowledge is 'top notch'!"

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Mario Zapata

Immigration lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lolly has demonstrated he is extremely knowledgeable in Immigration and that he provides first-class service to his clients while collaborating with him on a couple cases. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking immigration representation closer to the San Diego location."

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Christopher Leroi

Immigration lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lolly is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."

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Loretta Nelmsreyes

Immigration lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lolly is professional, knowledgable and extremely helpful. He assisted me with a case and I found his considerable expertise to be an invaluable resource. I can recommend this attorney as highly competent, caring and efficient, and do so unconditionally."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maxwell Livingston

Immigration lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Lolly. He offers invaluable assistance to his clientele. Furthermore, his services on Avvo are irreplaceable."

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Pablo Nossa

Immigration lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Lolly. Through his postings on Avvo it is apparent that he is extremely knowledgable in the area of immigration and nationality law. Any client would be lucky to have Attorney Lolly represent them."

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Gregory Sheehan

Immigration lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lolly has an outstanding resume and knows how to apply difficult laws to difficult situations."

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C. Abbott

Immigration lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lolly provides detailed and honest postings on AVVO assisting those with immigration law questions. His comments are extermely useful to not only AVVO posters but also to attorneys in the legal community. A true professional"

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Choice, Avvo

2015

A+, Better Business Bureau

2014

Client Choice, Avvo

2014

A+, Better Business Bureau

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Managing Attorney, Allan S. Lolly & Associates APC

1995 - 2000

Attorney, Allan S. Lolly, Law Offices

1992 - 1995

Assistant Attorney General, Office of Attorney General, RMI

1990 - 1992

Attorney, City Attorney's Office, San Diego

1989 - 1990

Clerk, Superior Court Of California, County Of San Mateo, Honorable Gene McDonald

Associations

2002 - Present

Better Business Bureau

1991 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

1990 - Present

Santa Clara University Law Assoc.

1990 - Present

California Bar Associaion

Attorney

1984 - Present

U.C. Berkeley Alumni

Education

1989

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

California Bar Association; Continuing Education of the Bar

Sovereign Borders: The Problem of Childhood Arrivals

2012

California Bar Association, Continuing Education of the Bar

Immigration overview and case studies

2011

California Bar Association

Immigration History and Handling Undocumented Foregners - CLE @ University of San Diego

2010

AILA Attorney Teleconference

Visa Refusals at Consulate Posts

Languages

Spanish

Russian

Ukrainian

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