About Catherine Olson

Catherine Olson Brown is a distinguished immigration attorney based in Lafayette, Colorado — Since 2000, she has dedicated her legal career exclusively to immigration and nationality law. In 2005, she established the Law Office of Catherine Brown, LLC, where she serves as the owner and managing partner. Her firm has become a trusted resource for individuals and families handling the requirements of immigration processes. Ms. Brown earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver College of Law in 2000, where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. Prior to her legal education, she obtained a Master of Science in Comparative Politics from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 1991. Her academic journey began at the University of Notre Dame, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies in 1989.

This solid educational foundation gave her a understanding of the legal and political nuances involved in immigration law. In addition to her Colorado State Bar membership, Ms. Brown is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. She is also authorized to represent clients before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Her practice encompasses many immigration matters, including family-based and employment-based visas, labor certifications, waivers, citizenship, asylum, and special immigrant juvenile cases.

She is also skilled in deportation defense, providing vital support to those facing removal proceedings. Recognition for her expertise and commitment to client service has been a hallmark of Ms. Brown's career. In 2021, she received the Avvo Client's Choice award, reflecting her dedication to her clients. Her impressive 4.9 out of 5 rating, based on 37 reviews, shows her reputation for excellence in the field. Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Brown actively participates in professional organizations, including the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Colorado Bar Association.

She has held leadership roles, serving as Chair and Co-Chair of several committees for the Colorado Chapter of AILA, such as the Pro-Bono Committee and the Grassroots Advocacy Committee. Fluent in Spanish, Ms. Brown is able to offer consultations to clients — Her Lafayette office is conveniently located at 111 N. Public Road, Lafayette, CO 80026. Additionally, she maintains an office in Denver at 2373 Central Park Boulevard, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80238. Through her commitment to her clients and her active involvement in the legal community, Catherine Olson Brown continues to make a significant impact in the field of immigration law.

Education

University of Denver

J.D. | General

1997

London School of Economics and Political Science, London England

M.A. | Comparative Politics

1990

University of Notre Dame

B.A. | International Studies

1985

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Owner & Managing Partner

Law Office of Catherine Brown, LLC
2005

Associate Lawyer

Stern & Elkind, LLP
2002

Accepted Jurisdictions

Colorado
Federal Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. District Court · Admitted 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2000
Executive Office for Immigration Review Admitted 2000
Board of Immigration Appeals Admitted 2000

Types of Cases Handled

family-based visas employment-based visas labor certifications waivers citizenship asylum special immigrant juvenile cases deportation defense

Legal Services Scope

Consultation Case preparation Filing Hearings Appeals

Professional Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

has membership 2002 - Current

American Immigration Lawyers Association (Colorado Chapter)

has membership 2002 - Current