About Nicolas Andres

Nicolás A. Olano is a founding attorney at Nations Law Group, located at 2525 Blueberry Street, Suite 207, Anchorage, Alaska, 99503. Since 2001, he has dedicated his career to immigration law, providing legal assistance to clients facing a variety of immigration issues. His areas of expertise include removal defense, family petitions, humanitarian relief, and federal court litigation. Olano's practice not only spans across Alaska but also extends internationally, reflecting his commitment to serving clients. In 2001, Olano earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law, a significant milestone that gave him the legal foundation necessary for his career.

Prior to that, he obtained his Bachelor of Laws from Universidad de los Andes in Colombia in 1998. His educational background has been instrumental in shaping his approach to immigration law. This lets the attorney navigate complex legal frameworks effectively. He is admitted to practice in Alaska, Florida, and Colombia, showcasing his broad legal qualifications. Furthermore, Olano has experience arguing cases before the 4th, 9th, and 11th U.S. Circuit Courts, which shows his proficiency in federal litigation.

In addition to his legal practice, Olano has actively engaged in professional associations. He has been a member of the Alaska Bar Association since 2021, where he serves on both the Arbitration Committee and the Discipline Hearing Committee. His involvement in these committees demonstrates his commitment to upholding the integrity of the legal profession in Alaska. Olano has also been a member of the Florida Bar since 2001, where he has held various roles within the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Miami-Dade County Bar Association, further solidifying his influence in the field of immigration law. Olano's contributions to immigration law have not gone unnoticed. In 2014, he was appointed by the Supreme Court of Florida to the Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee, a role that highlights his dedication to protecting the public from unauthorized legal practice.

He has also served as a board member of the Southern Florida chapter of AILA and has chaired the Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee for that chapter. These positions reflect his leadership within the legal community and his commitment to advocating for ethical legal practices. His firm, Nations Law Group, focuses on a comprehensive range of immigration services, including asylum, citizenship, deportation defense, family visas, green cards, immigration appeals, investment visas, marriage and fiancé(e) visas, student visas, visitor visas. Work visas. Olano has also made contributions to legal scholarship, authoring articles such as "Immigrant Children - Everyone's Concern" and "The House Must Investigate Trump's Immigration Policies," both published in Sol de Media Noche in 2018. For those seeking legal assistance, Nations Law Group can be contacted at (907) 770-0909 or through their website, where potential clients can schedule a consultation.

Education

University of Miami School of Law

J.D. (2001)

1999

Universidad de los Andes

LL.B. (1998) | Law

1997

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Portuguese (Spoken) Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Lawyer

Nations Law Group
2016

Lawyer

Olano & Associates, P.A.
2003

Accepted Jurisdictions

9th Circuit
Florida
Colombia
11th Circuit
4th Circuit
Alaska

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Colombian Supreme Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska U.S. District Court · Admitted 2021
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2021

Types of Cases Handled

Immigration Law

Legal Services Scope

Asylum Citizenship Deportation Defense Family Visas Green Cards Immigration Appeals Investment Visas Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas Student Visas Visitor Visas Work Visas

Certifications & Awards

Immigration and Nationality Law - Advanced Level

Florida International University

Immigration and Nationality Law - Intermediate Level

Florida International University

Office Locations

Main Office

 2525 Blueberry Street Suite 207 Anchorage AK 99503

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