Nicolas Olano - Lawyer in Anchorage, AK

Nicolas Andres Olano

Immigration Attorney at Anchorage, AK

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I recommend using this attorney

Mr. Olano helped me and my family to remain in the United States. We had hired a well known local lawyer who charged a ridiculous amount because of who she was. She lost our case and wanted more money. We found Mr. Olano via a friend and he immediately saw what had been done wrong and fixed it. Always ask a lawyer if he has done a case like yours before you hire. Turns out the ' famous' lawyer had never done a case like ours, on the other hand Mr. Olano had done many cases like ours before. I recommend you consult with him before wasting your money somewhere else.

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Practice areas

Immigration

80%

We handle family immigration (marriage, child, parent, etc... petitions), removal (also called "deportation"), work and travel permits, criminal immigration problems, citizenship, green cards, visas, change of status and extensions of status.
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21 years, 1,000 cases
Asylum

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We represent individuals who are afraid to return to their home country before USCIS and Immigration Judges. Asylum is for those afraid to return on account of persecution for religion, nationality, races, politics or particular social group.
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21 years, 1,000 cases

Attorney Nicolas A. Olano received a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida in 2001. He passed the FloridaBar exam and was admitted to practice in that same year.

Mr. Olano is a member in good standing of the Florida Bar and is allowed to practice before all Federal Immigration Agencies (CIS, CBP, ICE, Etc.) and Immigration Courts (EOIR). He is admitted to the Southern District of Florida and the Courts of Appeals of the 4th, 9th and 11th Circuits. Mr. Olano has represented clients in the Immigration Courts of Miami FL, Buffalo NY, Orlando FL, New Orleans LA, Dallas TX, Houston TX, El Paso TX, Seattle WA, Los Angeles CA, San Francisco CA, Charlotte NC, and Anchorage AK, where he currently resides.

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Licensed for 21 years

State AK

Status Active

Acquired 2021

Updated 12/13/2022

State FL

Status Member in Good Standing

Acquired 2001

Updated 11/23/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Immigration Lawyers - Nations Law Group

2525 Blueberry Rd.

Suite 207

Anchorage, AK, 99503

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20 customer reviews

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Posted by Leopoldo | July 1, 2022

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Response from Nicolas Olano July 7, 2022

Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you.

Posted by Ana | May 23, 2022

The Best Immigration Lawyer-Difficult Case

Nicolas and Lara are the best. They handled my case extremely well. I was very close to be deported. I'm now a US citizen thanks to their knowledge and professionalism. Thank You Nicolas.

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2018

Excellent

Best advice ever, he knows what to say This lawyer is very knowledgeable and hes is always open to help.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2017

Awesome

Nicolas is a very good lawyer and answered me a lot of questions. He's professional and patient

Posted by Robert | September 29, 2017

Did not let me be deported and got me out of jail. Thank you.

My family hired Mr. Olano to get me out from immigration detention. Of all the immigration lawyers they called here in anchorage he was the only one who had time and knew what to do to get me out of jail. I cannot thank him enough.

Posted by Emmanuel Bonillq | February 10, 2017

Information for citizen

Afther i get the information abouth my case i decide hire his services ... Very profesional and fríendly very help in my lenguaje and Also the price very accesible payment plant i recomend all my comuny thanks for the atention resive 2/8/17 i realy apreciated

Response from Nicolas Olano February 14, 2017

Es un placer servirle. Gracias por su confianza!

Posted by Paul | September 16, 2016

The most amazing lawyer

I was impressed with the way he handled my case. I don't have enough words to describe how amazing the experience with this firm was. Nicolas did a very professional job. I would strongly recommend him as your attorney.

Posted by Lucas | May 12, 2016

Committed

Nicolas' commitment and thorough follow up is what made my case possible. Despite having gone through a very corrupt judge for my initial hearing, Nicolas was always looking for alternatives and keeping me posted on my options through the length of my case. He's professional, attentive and knowledgeable. I'm very happy to have hired him.

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Posted by Adriana | April 13, 2016

Guided me in a difficult moment

When me and my husband got married immigration put us through a lot of trouble. I had filled out some things wrong and they denied my application. Nicolas refiled our case and guided us through the process. My husband is now ready to become a citizen and we could not be happier.

Posted by Emily | March 26, 2014

He really cares

My domestic partner went to an appointment and was taken to Krome and then transferred to Glades. He had a deportation case. We went to Olano's for a consultation and he explain with details why he was detained even when he had his green card and what we can do to avoid deportation. He was always available, his secretaries and associates are excellent and professional and they dont waste time. It was 2 month of agony for me but with his help and support and his team he is with me today and filling for citizenship with our layer help too. I blindfolded recommend him he really cares and will do everything under the law to help you and your loved ones!

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Posted by Andrea | January 10, 2014

Excellent Lawyer Excellent Team

I am very satisfied with Mr. Olano's work. My case was a long one and a bit complicated. Everything went very smooth with no complications at all. We i was three years old my parents signed a voluntary leave, we never left therefore we had a deportation order. Years passed and I got married. My husband is a US citizen therefore he could petition for me. We got married April 2010. We first went to see Mr. Olano in Aug 2011. We began our process Mr. Olano said it would take from 2-3 years. It took two years in the whole process. Like I said it went very smooth and Mr. Olano even got my appointment with the Judge re-scheduled for 6 months earlier than what I had it. Overall I had a great experience with Mr. Olano and all his staff. They were always there to answer my questions and always kept me up to date with my case.

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Posted by Francesco Pasqua | May 2, 2013

For facts in immigration consult and been honest I recommend him .

Answer all my doubts and honest.

Response from Nicolas Olano May 6, 2013

Francesco, it was a pleasure working with you. I hope to see you soon.

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2013

Straight talk with great results. A lawyer to hire.

With Nicolas we cut to the chase got exactly what we needed to win my case and did exactly that. It is nice to se a lawyer sit down and look at your case in depth. He studied the law and then proceeded to tell me clearly what I could an could not do.

Posted by vanesa | August 15, 2012

GREAT IMMIGRATION LAWYER

He is an amazing lawyer!! I highly recommended. Thanks to him I got my permanent residence and he prevented me from getting deported back to my country! Thank you Nicolas!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2012

Wonderful Experience - Muchas Gracias Abogado

This lawyer told me the truth about my case. He did not sugarcoat it and did what he had to do to stop the deportation of my husband. I will always be grateful. If your family is in trouble with Immigration Nicolas Olano will help you. He helped us. Mil y Mil gracias abogado Olano!

Posted by Pedro | January 5, 2012

Very Happy with Mr. Olano

It was a pleasure working with him and his staff. They listened to my needs and represented me with great success in my deportation.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2010

Highly Recommend

Very knowledgeable lawyer, friendly staff! Our case went just as he told us, our family is very grateful we can finally live our lives in peace without fear of deportation. Thank you Olano and Associates

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2010

Great Service

He stopped Immigraton from deporting me and got me my citizenship!!

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2010

Great Lawyer!!

Highly recommended attorney, he helped keep our family united and we are for ever grateful!

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2022

Horrifying

Consulted regarding political asylum. Save yourself 150 USD for 15 minutes of nothing. Literally 15 minutes of nothing. He was arrogant, slanderous, and not helpful. To him Hollywood actors are more real.

Response from Nicolas Olano April 22, 2022

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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
Nations Law Group
2016 - Present

Attorney
Olano & Associates
2002 - Present

Education

Florida International University
Advanced Immigration and Nationality Law
2002

University of Miami School of Law
Juris Doctor
2001

Universidad de Los Andes
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
1998

Legal Cases

USA v. Phattey
Denaturalization Sustained

Amabel Amado Alcivar Salavarria, A043 910 846 (BIA Jan. 19, 2016)
Appeal granted and case sent back to Immigration Judge

Ferreira vs. US Atty Gen (11th Cir. 2013) Published Decision
11th Circuit remanded to BIA

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Associations

Alaska Bar Association
Member
2021 - Present

Florida Bar
Member
2001 - Present

American Bar Association
MEMBER
N/A

Florida Bar, Senior Lawyers Committee
Executive Committee Member
2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)
Board Member
2013 - 2013

OPLA/OCC Liason SOFLAILA
CO-CHAIR
2012 - 2013

Appointed by the Supreme Court of Florida - Florida Bar, Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee
MEMBER
2011 - 2015

UPL Committee - SOFLAILA
CHAIR
2011 - 2013

Miami-Dade County Bar Association
MEMBER
2009 - 2015

Coral Gables Bar Association
MEMBER
2009 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association
MEMBER
2003 - 2022

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

Portuguese

Honors and Awards

Top Rated Lawyer 2018
Avvo
2018

Top Lawyers
Three Best Rated
2018

Top Rated Lawyer 2017
Avvo
2017

Top Contributor
Avvo
2014

ATTORNEY OF THE YEAR
CASA, Inc. Miami, Florida.
2004

Moot Court - Winning Team
Universidad de los Andes - Derecho
1994

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Publications

Sol de Media Noche
The House Must Investigate Trump's Immigration Policies
2019

AP News
US: Buying pot could derail immigrant citizenship intentions
2019

Alaska Public Media
Pot could leave black mark on immigration cases
2019

Sol de Media Noche
Immigrant Children - Everyone's Concern
2018

Sol de Media Noche
The Invisible Wall
2018

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Speaking Engagements

Alaska Bar Association, Immigration Law Section
Immigration in Alaska - Update
2021

Concepts, Laws and Applications of Immigration in the United States: A Practical Approach
IMMIGRATION
2018

GAY HONDURAN FIGHT DEPORTATION
LGTBQ ASYLUM
2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern Florida chapter)
PROSECUTORIAL DISCRETION
2014

American Immigration Lawyers Association CLE
Unlicensed Practice of Law luncheon
2013

La Ventana
Immigration Reform
2013

CARACOL RADIO
DACA - RULES AND IMPLEMENTATION
2012

RADIO PAZ
Crimes and Immigration Waivers
2012

LA W - JULIO SANCHEZ CRISTO
NUEVO PROCESO DE DEPORTACION
2011

ENTREVISTA LA FM
GOMEZ FAMILY DEPORTATION CASE
2007

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Attorney endorsements

Received (38)

Given (56)

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Antonio Revilla

Immigration Attorney | Sep 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicolas is an excellent attorney who zealously represents all of his clients. He is an asset to Immigration Law. His passion and commitment make him a formidable lawyer."

Pedro Miranda

Immigration Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Mr. Olano as an excellent and knowledgable advocate. Mr. Olano appeared before me countless times in immigration court and he was unfailingly well prepared and effective."

Isadora Velazquez-Rivas

Immigration Attorney | Dec 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Olano is professional, courteous, and diligent. I fully endorse this lawyer."

Mark Oxford

Immigration Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Olano. Very knowledgeable and his multilingual, such an asset to out immigration law clients. Highly recommended."

Hovanes Margarian

Unknown Attorney | Aug 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Alberto Perez

Immigration Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Olano is one of the most knowleageable immigration attorneys in the community. Always well prepared."

Mayerlin Almonte

Immigration Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Alexander Segal

Immigration Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Melisa Pena

Immigration Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Extremely knowledgeable in immigration matters. Nicolas puts his clients first and he is always willing to help a fellow colleague. I endorse this lawyer."

Monica Barba

Immigration Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."