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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Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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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

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4.7 /5.0

143 Client Reviews

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Showing 31 - 35 of 72 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2014 | Immigration

Best decision of my life!

Working on my husbands papers was very nerve racking considering the smallest mistake would prevent us from a life together in the US. I had called around researching offices- some that did not have attorneys but just did the paperwork. None of the other offices I spoke with could explain each stage... of the process to me, one even told me they could not work on my case further then the initial filing... Why would I want to hire a company that could not help me complete the goal of bringing my husband to the US? I was also told by another office I had a good case but if I was denied that was it I lost my money and my husband could not come to US. When I spoke with Allan he explained the entire process to me... When I asked him a worst case scenario if I was denied he personally assured me his office would reply to any questioning and pretty much guaranteed me he would not quit on my case until my husband was here with me and had obtained his green card. I was ecstatic. I hired Allan that same day, he worked with my pay schedule Which made the cost manageable for me. I even had my own personal paralegal who answered all of my questions no matter how silly or small they were. This office was very thorough and explained what was happening at each stage of case processing. Before each approval, I knew what the next step was to entail, and about how long the next stage would take. After my husband came to the US, they followed up letting me know when we need to remove conditions on his 2 year green card and get his permanent green card. I will continue with Allan and his office until we get my husband his citizenship and later we will file for his parents! Thank you Allan for the blessings you have made possible in my life.

Allan Lolly

Replied last October 21, 2014

Wow. I want to hire that attorney. ;)

Posted by Kimberly | August 28, 2014 | Immigration

Thrilled with his whole team!!

Mr. Lolly and his office were absolutely fantastic to work with! My immigration case started out a bit complex but Mr. Lolly handled everything very well! He assured me that our case was not a problem and that we would be able to work around and/or resolve every issue we had. He offered me a free con...sultation which was important to me. It proved that he was confident in not only his abilities but those of his office. He reassured me about my case and we began. I began to work directly with his paralegal Taylor who was fantastic. She always responded to me questions and concerns (And i am sure there were many with my nervousness of getting things done) in the same day and always answered me back with great information. When she was out of the office, someone else stepped in to assure me the receipt of my documents and to answer questions. The team assisted me not only in securing a CR-1 visa for my husband but also advised me of how i could expedite my requests, how to handle the interview and now have offered guidance as to what should be done once he arrives. I was nervous to hire an attorney that was not living in the same state as me but i had read good things about his office. They definitely confirmed everything I had heard about them, Kudos to Mr. Lolly and his entire team!! Muchas gracias!!

Allan Lolly

Replied last August 28, 2014

Muchas Gracias Kimberly. Very nice of you. Allan

Posted by Tyler | August 21, 2014 | Immigration

This is a lawyer and a person I recommend highly

Allan Lolly did exactly what we needed his staff was excellent and he went the extra mile to help my wife and I !! We now have the permanent resident card that we needed and my wife looks forward to working with him to apply for dual citizen ship . I can't say enough about how I would recommend him ...to any one that's looking for no noncence lawyer to get your residence or citizen ship .

Allan Lolly

Replied last August 21, 2014

Thanks Tyler. You and your wife are great as a couple. I appreciate the comment. Allan

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2014 | Immigration

Do not have any dealings with Allan Lolly or the people he employs

Allan Lolly made 3 serious mistakes that cost us a great deal of money and wasted time. 1. Allan Lolly advised me that, before applying for US citizenship, I should give up my current green card and apply for a new one since I had traveled quite a bit outside of the US in the past years. I hired ...him to complete the forms for $2000 (in addition there were application, medical and other costs--some unexpected). When I finally went for my Immigration interview, I was told by the Immigration Officer, after this long application process that lasted several months, that there was no reason to have applied for a new green card since there was nothing wrong with the one I had had since 1977. This cost us a great deal both in fees, other expenses and lost work time. 2. Ten minutes before going into the immigration interview I finally managed to get Allan Lolly on the phone. He told me as I was about to walk into the interview that my case might be thrown out and that we would then have to gofor litigation. 3. Lolly was impossible to reach by phone after the first generous interview. We urgently asked to speak with him when it appeared that the information given by his paralegal, Taylor Collins, was different from that we later received from the US Government (this affected my ability to do my work) and also when we had burning questions regarding our interview with US Immigration, that were not covered in the handout he sent us. All phone queries took an extremely long time. We had the impression that we had to wait while the receptionist, Jennifer, seemed to actually be walking back and forth between her desk and the office of the paralegal to get answers to our questions. My husband and I initially chose Allan Lolly because he was very generous with his time during the free intake interview and discussed our case with us in detail. Also all recommendations we read except one, about Allan Lolly were positive. The one bad reference complained about difficulties in communications with the office and rudeness. This one negative reference proved to be totally accurate in the experience of myself and my husband. For just over a year I have tried to forget this most unpleasant and very costly experience, but I can not ignore my conscience any longer and feel it is important to warn others not to have any dealings with Allan Lolly or the people he employs.

Allan Lolly

Replied last July 21, 2014

The facts and situation are inaccurate, particularly item 2 above. This is an example of fears and worries overriding sensibility. Immigration is a stressful experience, so it can happen that a client will become less reasonable because they are fearful. It's understandable and I try to work through issues and be patient. There is only so much time and energy to devote to the emotional aspect of a case when communication itself becomes difficult. Early intervention can help, but not always. I try and watch for this and be supportive. Most clients are great, but sometimes it happens that anxieties are so high we just try to get through the case as best as possible and move along. The comment in item 2 above was a factual statement by me. If her application is thrown out, the worst thing that could happen to her is litigation. This is true, but it does not mean we would need to litigate, but just that this is the worst possibility. What I said and what she heard are different. Fear takes over. This client hired to obtain U.S. citizenship in the shortest time possible, not just to have a green card reissued. She entered the U.S. as a visitor multiple times and did not show her green card for fear she would lose it. She spent a majority of her time outside the U.S. over the course of many years. This suggests she was behaving as a visitor and not a permanent resident of the U.S., regardless of the expiration date on her green card. It makes applying for U.S. citizenship and further travel uncertain, and U.S. citizenship was the goal. If someone holds a green card based on marriage, she can apply for U.S. citizenship in 3 years rather than the normal 5 years. So, it was important to make sure she had a good application for U.S. citizenship when the time came to apply for it and that the U.S. citizenship application be filed at the nearest opportunity. In her situation, a new green card based on her marriage to a U.S. citizen was the best choice. These issues were discussed prior to hire and the decision was to make a new application for a green card rather than rely on her present status. It makes sense that an immigration officer at an interview could take the view that her green card status was fine. I stated pre-hire this is a possibility. Another officer could take the opposite view based on her primary residence in the U.K. and travel pattern to the U.S. as a visitor, and she could lose her permanent resident status. Officers do not all agree and there is discretion. If the goal was to apply for U.S. citizenship securely in the shortest time possible, then a new green card based on marriage was the most secure route. More than a year later, the client is still grinding on issues that were explained to the best of my ability. It's this emotional aspect of my practice that makes things difficult, but I try. As it stands, this client is in a good position to apply for U.S. citizenship at the nearest opportunity. Services were correct and were discussed.

Posted by Deborah | March 11, 2014 | Immigration

Marriage Visa

This review is long over due and for that I apologize to Allen Scott Lolly and Taylor. I first came in contact with Allan Lolly June 15, 2012 when my husband was denied his visa from the Nigerian Embassy. I was not really trusting of lawyers plus had money constraints which was why I decided to do... my husbands paperwork myself in the beginning. It was upsetting for me to not only learn that they were trying to deny my husbands visa but were trying to revoke his whole application by claiming that our marriage was a sham. Their reason for claiming it was a sham was because we met on a dating site and I didn't wear a wedding dress. When I contacted Allen he was very attentive and listened to all that I had to say. He explained what was needed for my situation which was kind of hard to do because I was so emotional at the time. He really was patient with me and helped me to understand that although my emotions were involved, at this point what was needed was to plan an attack from a legal aspect and he was totally right. It took a whole year for the USCIS to contact me regarding my husbands denial letter and revocation of my husbands visa from May 2012-2013 at which time they said if we didn't respond within 30 days to the allegations then his application would be revoked. However, the time I received the letter we actually had less than a month to get all of the documentation together and sent to them. We only had three weeks when I received their letter. Basically we would have to start all over again from step one if my husband was revoked. We had initially started our application in 2010 after getting married in June it was now May of 2013 and they were trying to make us go back to square one. With this shortened time period and with Allen and his associates we managed to get all the documents and briefs together within the time limit. I have to say I was on pins and needles this whole time period because I didn't want to start all over again. I am happy to say December 6, 2013 my husband received an email confirming another appointment at the Lagos Embassy for and interview. He received his visa on January 2, 2014 and I am happy to say will be with me here in the United States on March 24, 2014. Thank you so much Allen Lolly I will be contacting you again in the future for any and all immigration needs. Your company was both very understanding and timely in everything that they did and assisted me with and for that I am so grateful. I was really new to all of this immigration run a round and documentation but you were very helpful in explaining to me step by step what the process was and what the outcomes could be or could not be. I appreciate your honesty and your candor in all you did for me and my husband. This write up in know way covers all that you and your associates have done, you have gone above and beyond for the both of us and for that we are both very thankful and grateful to you. I highly recommend this firm to all.

Allan Lolly

Replied last March 11, 2014

Deborah, So kind. Now, I want to hire myself!! That was really nice of you. Thank you. Enjoy your family. Kindest regards, 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

Activity

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