Laura W. Jennings is a dedicated attorney specializing in immigration law, with a particular focus on family-based immigration and representation in immigration court. Her proficiency in Spanish enhances her ability to assist a diverse clientele, guiding them through various immigration processes such as citizenship applications, asylum requests, court proceedings, adjustment of status, consular processing, appeals, federal mandamus actions, U-visas, and VAWA self-petitions.
Laura holds memberships in the Oklahoma Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas, and the State Bar of California. Her legal practice is exclusively devoted to federal immigration law, underscoring her deep commitment and specialized expertise in this area.
Before her tenure at the firm, Laura’s career was rooted in federal immigration law, with nearly five years of experience at two renowned immigration law firms: Telleria, Levy & Ayers in Los Angeles, California, and Reina & Bates in Dallas, Texas. Her extensive background has equipped her with a profound understanding of the complexities of immigration law. She is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, reflecting her ongoing engagement with the legal community and commitment to staying abreast of developments in immigration law.
Laura’s academic journey began at the University of Oklahoma in Norman, where she contributed her talents to the Pride of Oklahoma, OU’s marching band, and enriched her education with a study abroad experience in Madrid, Spain. This diverse background not only informs her legal practice but also adds a unique perspective to her approach to immigration law, benefiting her clients and colleagues alike.
Education
- Baylor University School of Law, J.D., 2010
- University of Oklahoma, B.B.A. Economics, summa cum laude, 2007
- La Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Study Abroad, Madrid, Spain, 2006
Bar & Court Admissions
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- California
- U.S. District Court, Central District, California
Professional Affiliations
- American Immigration Lawyers Association
- Texas Bar Association
- California Bar Association
- Tulsa County Bar Association
Practice Areas
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