Alison Olson Cox Email & Phone Number

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Owner and Attorney practicing in Immigration and Naturalization Law.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

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Minneapolis, Minnesota

I manage the legal operations of our immigration team. I have built a high-performing team that reflects the community it serves. My inclusive leadership style and global perspective is what drives the engagement of my team and their ability to serve clients.I also drive growth of the program with my ability to manage up and across complex initiatives. I.

Minneapolis, MN

• I served clients on a variety of immigration matters. I trained and supervised pro bono attorneys and volunteers on naturalization and U visa cases. I used that same passion for the program mission to support.
• Served clients by educating them in the options and guiding them through complex systems while leveraging bilingual abilities wheneverappropriate to effectively engage clients.
• Collaborated with Pro Bono Director to increase capacity of individuals served.
• Managed multiple projects in addition to effectively managing a busy caseload.
• Reported on progress using a variety of communication strategies including education and thought leadership.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

• I joined this boutique law practice as a staff attorney that served clients in a variety of immigration matters. I managed my own caseload in this busy practice. I worked across the operations to serve clients, support.
• Advocated for clients while effectively balancing marketing and operational duties as part of a small team.
• Analyzed complex facts and applied a variety of regulatory requirements to determine strategies.
• Made recommendations to clients and counseled them through challenging circumstances.
• Identified opportunities and executed strategies to advance the interests of clients and the organization.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

• I joined MMLA immediately out of law school. With my international experience and education, I elected to join the Immigration Law Project. I supported clients independently and as part of the small team. I gained.
• Served as project lead to provide assistance to refugees of diverse backgrounds by managing priorities and establishing objectives.
• Represented individuals at US Citizenship and Immigration Services to support as advocate and legal counsel to gain request hearing and approval.
• Reported directly to funding sponsors in all managed projects and casework to update on progress or outcomes.
• Involved in student development programs at my alma mater through regular mentoring sessions with undergrad and postgrad students.

Juris Doctor

Activities and Societies: Immigration Law Clinic; Client Counseling Competition (Regional Champion); Minnesota Justice Foundation.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In International Spanish For The Professions, Business Administration/Spanish Language And Global Business

I completed a hybrid major incorporating the core Business Administration curriculum with Spanish language courses and specialized courses.