Otis Carl Landerholm

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Otis Carl Landerholm

also known as Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C.

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Asylum

1900 Embarcadero, Suite 310, Oakland, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Otis

Biography

We fight complex deportation cases! Immigration court issues, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, Adjustment of Status, U-visas and more!

We successfully represent asylum seekers through the complex process of US asylum law!

We fight for your American dream!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 90%

Asylum, Green Cards, Visas, Removal Defense, and US Citizenship. Mr. Landerholm fights for immigrant's rights and helps people stay with their families whenever legally possible.

16 years

90%
Asylum 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2023 2014 2013
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+ 1
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C.

1900 Embarcadero, Suite 310, Oakland, CA, 94606

landerholmimmigration.com

Online Presence

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Otis Carl Landerholm's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Punctuality

Posted by Jeffrey | January 28, 2020 | Immigration

Immigration Associate

Hired for paid consult on the merits of two immigration issues. One was challenging and one was mundane. The associate lawyer was 30 minutes late for scheduled appointment. I had to contact this law office over three times in 30 minutes. I paid $125 for this disorganized, unprofessional attorney. ... The support staff were professional. I am very busy, plus my money and time. In the end, getting some undesired answer is not the crux of the matter, but the self-proclaimed "objectivity" was lacking for any competent attorney. On the second routine issue, effectiveness of his counsel was called into question, because the general nature of the issue should not be rocket science. I would very strongly advise not using this law firm for anything that is not routine paralegal work. Mr. Landerholm's reputation is badly tarnished by his choice of associate lawyers, and connections in Chinatowns are important. I don't expect one to put on airs, but partner attorneys are judged by the associates that one keeps in their law office. Mr. Landerholm projects his keen Chinese cross-cultural competency in videos but he allows mishandling by the underling associates. Sorry, but you earned a poor rating and a lot of negative feedback. Chinese will say: Meiyou guanxi (no connection) because of your employee. Good luck with future and more sophisticated legal clients who may speak Chinese, because this law firm does not warrant your business at their hourly rates.

Otis Landerholm

Replied last January 28, 2020

Hello Jeffrey: First of all, thank you very much for your feedback and for leaving this comment here on Avvo. Feedback like this is painful for me to hear at the outset, but at the same time is critical for me to improve the operations of our firm. I am sorry to hear that you found my office to be 30 minutes late, disorganized and unprofessional. The truth is that we always strive to be timely, organized and very professional, so I wonder what went wrong there. If you would be willing to contact our office again and ask for me directly, I’d love to look into it in more depth, and at least offer you a refund for having wasted your time. (Did you know that we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with our consultations? Since you are not satisfied, you are eligible for that refund!). Second of all, my office has recently gone through a transition amongst our associates, and I take it to heart the feedback you’re giving. Going forward, I will make sure that all of our associates are ready and able to give advice that live up to our outstanding reputation – by being of high integrity (starting on time) by being very organized and thorough, and by being respectful, culturally competent and professional. In the meantime, I wish you the very best of luck with your case and legal issue.

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Otis Carl Landerholm's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Estavillo

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is an intelligent, dedicated and hardworking, attorney and who's firm is passionate about helping their clients confront the ever changing world of immigration law to help and protect them and their families. I strongly endorse him"

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Stephanie Ramos

Immigration lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis provides only the highest quality immigration legal services. He is an excellent advocate and a great colleague. He's always willing to answer questions from a newbie immigration lawyer."

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Mark Gabel

Immigration lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is smart, hardworking, and incredibly passionate about helping his clients confront critical immigration law issues that can dramatically affect their lives. I strongly endorse him."

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Noah Peterson

Immigration lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is a very knowledgeable immigration attorney who truly cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Forsyth

Immigration lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney. Otis is an excellent immigration attorney with a high level of respect and recognition in the Bay Area."

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George Williams

Immigration lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is bright, articulate and hard working. I feel very comfortable in referring my clients to him."

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Joel Hudson

Immigration lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Otis is well known in the community for his experience in immigration law and for having the utmost integrity. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so."

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Caoinlean Arring

Immigration lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is not just an incredible and talented attorney, he is also a truly caring person. Otis' passion for his work and for others shines through in everything he does."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Molinaro

Immigration lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Immigration lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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P. Cauley

Immigration lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Otis Landerholm. Otis is an excellent immigration attorney who is passionate about representing his clients."

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Silvia Gwin

Immigration lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Landerholm. He offers practical and insightful commentary in the complex area of immigration law in the Avvo forum."

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Kevin Sullivan

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Landerholm. He is a skilled attorney."

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Daniel Devoy

Immigration lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Otis. Over the last several years, I have referred multiple clients to his office, and each time I have heard nothing but strong reviews. Otis is compassionate, knowledgeable, and extremely professional. He dedicates himself to each case with equal enthusiasm. The area of immigration law is truly better served by having an attorney like Otis."

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Eric Toscano

Unknown lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is honest, hard-working, and passionate--exactly the traits a client should be looking for in an attorney. He's developed an excellent reputation and become a role model for other sole practitioners in the San Francisco legal community. I strongly endorse him."

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Givelle Lamano

Immigration lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Otis is who I send all my immigration matters to. He is an attorney that really cares about his clients and knows the law well. I've known Otis for 7 years and can depend on him every single time. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Shahpour Matloob

Immigration lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Dylan

Immigration lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Otis is an excellent advocate. He is intelligent, passionate and committed to fighting for his clients."

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Jesus Novo

Immigration lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His answers and comments are always on point."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Outstanding Volunteer of the Year, VLSP Program of San Francisco Bar Association

2012

Outstanding Volunteer, ALRP

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

N/A

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Founding Attorney, Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C.

Associations

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyer's Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2011 - 2012

National Lawyer's Guild

Board Member

2011 - 2015

Bar Association of San Francisco

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Win in Deportation Proceedings! Complex 212(h) (crime waiver) in Immigration Court

Win!

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Education

N/A

Golden Gate Univ SOL

N/A

Washington St Univ

Speaking Engagements

2012

Intro to Immigration Law, CLE

Intro to Immigration Law with Emphasis on U-visas and Asylum

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Mandarin

English

Portuguese

Activity

Top Contributor

Otis earned significant contribution points in 2023.

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