Olawale Law Firm

Olawale Law Firm The Olawale Law Firm is dedicated to its core values: PRICE- Passion for Justice, Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence.

We represent injured clients and those seeking immigration reliefs.

Whether I am in the office, in the air, or on the road, the work continues. I remain focused on fighting for my clients’...
09/24/2026

Whether I am in the office, in the air, or on the road, the work continues. I remain focused on fighting for my clients’ freedom, their families, and their right to due process.

This afternoon, while I was on the road heading to another engagement, the court scheduled an emergency hearing with less than an hour’s notice. I handled the hearing by phone from the road.

We had filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order to stop ICE from transferring our client from Ohio to Louisiana for deportation tonight.

ICE had already cleared our client’s account and packed their belongings in preparation for the transfer.

We filed the emergency motion at 3:30 p.m.

By 6:00 p.m., the judge issued an order restraining ICE from proceeding with the removal.

When someone’s freedom and future are at stake, every minute matters.

Tonight, our client remains in the United States.

Another win for our client. Another family remains together while we continue fighting for a lasting resolution.

I had the honor of speaking at the Women’s Conference at Christ International Community Church about the burdens and bre...
09/20/2026

I had the honor of speaking at the Women’s Conference at Christ International Community Church about the burdens and breakthroughs of immigrants.

Immigration is about more than visas, green cards, and citizenship. Behind the process are real people navigating the mental pressure of relocation, discrimination, unemployment, underemployment, changes in family structure, and sometimes the loss of identity that comes with trying to find your place in a new country.

We talked about these often overlooked challenges, possible solutions, and how the current immigration environment adds another layer of uncertainty and pressure for many immigrant families.

The question and answer session was vibrant. The audience was engaged, thoughtful, and willing to have an open conversation about the realities immigrants face.

Thank you to the women of CICC for the invitation and the privilege of sharing this conversation with you.

I’m honored to be speaking today at the Christ International Community Church Women’s Conference in Columbus.At 1pm, I’l...
09/19/2026

I’m honored to be speaking today at the Christ International Community Church Women’s Conference in Columbus.

At 1pm, I’ll be sharing on the current immigration landscape and providing practical information for our immigrant community.

Thank you to the Women’s Ministry for the invitation. Looking forward to a meaningful day of learning, faith, and community.

Today, September 19 | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Domestic violence does not have a gender. It has a common denominator: power and control.I was honored to serve as a pan...
09/15/2026

Domestic violence does not have a gender. It has a common denominator: power and control.

I was honored to serve as a panelist at the Domestic Violence 101 Immigrant Advocate Training organized by the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office.

We had an important conversation about the immigration options available to immigrant survivors of domestic violence, including VAWA self petitions, U visas, and other forms of protection.

For immigrant survivors, abuse can take another troubling form. An abusive partner may use immigration status as a weapon by threatening deportation, withholding documents, refusing to cooperate with immigration filings, or convincing the victim that leaving the relationship means losing the ability to remain in the United States.

Knowledge can begin to break that control.

I also spoke about a misconception that deserves more attention: domestic violence is not gender specific.

Women experience domestic violence. Men experience domestic violence. Their experiences may differ in frequency, severity, and how they are reported, but abuse does not become less real because the victim is a man.

Men are often conditioned to remain silent. Some fear ridicule. Some believe they will not be taken seriously. Others have been taught that admitting they are being abused somehow makes them less of a man.

As an immigration lawyer and divorce coach, I believe we cannot effectively address domestic violence if we have already decided what a victim is supposed to look like.

Every survivor deserves to be heard.

Every survivor deserves to know their rights.

Every survivor deserves access to help without shame.

Thank you to the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office for bringing advocates together to learn, share, and become better equipped to serve those who may be suffering silently.

Sometimes the first step toward freedom is simply discovering that you have options.

I was honored to speak at Global Village Vineyard Church today.I am deeply grateful to Pastor Jean Paul Tiendrebeogo for...
08/16/2026

I was honored to speak at Global Village Vineyard Church today.

I am deeply grateful to Pastor Jean Paul Tiendrebeogo for graciously ceding his pulpit to me and giving me the opportunity to speak to his congregation about the rapidly changing immigration landscape.

For many immigrant families, these are difficult and uncertain times. Laws and policies are changing quickly, and behind every new policy are real people trying to understand what it means for their lives, their families, their jobs, and their futures.

Today was about more than explaining immigration law. It was about replacing misinformation with knowledge, fear with understanding, and despair with the courage to explore every lawful option that may still be available.

I reminded the community that difficult circumstances should never prevent us from seeking answers. Immigration laws may change, but knowledge gives us the ability to respond wisely, prepare ourselves, and make informed decisions.

Thank you to Pastor Jean Paul and the entire Global Village Vineyard Church family for welcoming me and creating a space where law, community, faith, and hope could meet.

I left encouraged by the questions, the conversations, and the determination of the people I met.

Even in uncertain times, we must continue to educate, encourage, and advocate for one another.

08/14/2026

⚠️ MAJOR IMMIGRATION UPDATE: Traveling with Advance Parole may no longer be as safe as you think.

The Board of Immigration Appeals has issued a significant decision in Matter of Del Carmen Lara that changes how certain departures under Advance Parole may be treated when determining the three year and ten year unlawful presence bars.

If you have DACA, TPS, or another basis for Advance Parole and have accumulated unlawful presence in the United States, do not travel simply because your Advance Parole has been approved.

An approved travel document does not necessarily mean that traveling will have no consequences for your future green card application.

Watch the video before making travel plans, and speak with a competent immigration attorney about your individual history.

Please share this. Someone considering Advance Parole needs to know.

ImmigrationUpdate

Twenty four years ago, I arrived in Ohio, to attend Capital University Law School.I had enough money to pay my first mon...
08/10/2026

Twenty four years ago, I arrived in Ohio, to attend Capital University Law School.

I had enough money to pay my first month’s rent and little else. My hope was simple. Find a job before the next rent became due.

I moved to Columbus, a city where I did not know a single person. There was no network to lean on, no family waiting for me, and no guarantee that everything would work out. There was only faith, and a commitment to become a man who would leave his community better than he found it.

That journey has taken me farther than I could have imagined.

On August 20, 2026, I will be honored to be pinned as a member of the 100 Black Men of Central Ohio. To me, this is more than joining an organization. It is a commitment to stand alongside a brotherhood of accomplished men dedicated to mentoring young people, strengthening families, advancing education, promoting economic empowerment, and serving our community with purpose.

It is an opportunity to give back to the city that welcomed me and helped shape the man I have become.

If you are in Columbus, I would be honored to have you celebrate this milestone with me. Your presence and your support will also help advance the mission of an organization that is investing in the next generation of leaders.

I hope you will join me at the Historic Lincoln Theatre on Thursday, August 20, at 6:00 p.m.

FOR TICKETS: CLICK LINK https://web.myle.com/eid/T6tOgXRtukdBrp

The immigration landscape is changing rapidly, and many Haitian families are asking the same question:“What happens next...
08/07/2026

The immigration landscape is changing rapidly, and many Haitian families are asking the same question:

“What happens next?”

If you have TPS, a pending immigration case, or questions about your legal status, this information session is for you.

Join me as I explain the recent immigration changes, including the impact of the cancellation of TPS, discuss the legal options that may still be available, and answer your questions live.

My goal is simple. I want you to leave this meeting informed, prepared, and empowered to make the best decisions for yourself and your family.

📅 Saturday, August 15
🕔 5:00 PM
💻 Zoom ID: 907 606 285
🔑 Password: 1234

Please invite your family, friends, and anyone who could benefit from this information. The more informed our community is, the better prepared we will be.

I look forward to seeing you there.

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Kreyòl Ayisyen

Sitiyasyon imigrasyon an ap chanje chak jou, e anpil fanmi ayisyen ap poze menm kesyon an:

“Kisa ki pral rive kounye a?”

Si ou gen TPS, yon dosye imigrasyon ki annatant, oswa ou gen kesyon sou estati imigrasyon ou, reyinyon sa a se pou ou.

Vin jwenn mwen pou yon reyinyon enfòmasyon kote m ap eksplike dènye chanjman yo nan lwa imigrasyon, pale sou enpak fen TPS la, prezante lòt opsyon legal ki ka disponib, epi reponn kesyon nou yo an dirèk.

Objektif mwen se pou chak moun kite reyinyon an byen enfòme, byen prepare, epi konnen ki etap pou pran pou pwoteje tèt li ak fanmi li.

📅 Samdi 15 Out
🕔 5:00 PM
💻 Zoom ID: 907 606 285
🔑 Modpas: 1234

Tanpri pataje envitasyon sa a ak fanmi ou, zanmi ou, ak tout moun ki ka bezwen enfòmasyon sa yo. Lè kominote a byen enfòme, li pi byen prepare.

Mwen espere wè nou tout nan reyinyon an.

I am deeply honored to announce my appointment by the President of the Ohio Association for Justice to serve on its Boar...
08/04/2026

I am deeply honored to announce my appointment by the President of the Ohio Association for Justice to serve on its Board of Trustees for the May 2026 through June 2027 term.

When I arrived in the United States nearly three decades ago, I could not have imagined that one day I would be entrusted with helping lead one of Ohio’s most respected legal organizations. I arrived with dreams that were much larger than my circumstances. Like many immigrants, I had to begin again, working, learning, adapting, and believing that every sacrifice would one day become the foundation for something meaningful.

The law gave me more than a career. It gave me a platform to stand beside people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. It allowed me to fight for families seeking safety, individuals searching for opportunity, and victims whose lives had been forever changed by the negligence of others. Every client entrusted me with a piece of their story, and each one has shaped the lawyer and the man I have become.

Serving on the Board of Trustees of the Ohio Association for Justice is another opportunity to give back to a profession that has given so much to me. I look forward to working alongside outstanding lawyers who are committed to protecting the rights of ordinary people, strengthening our civil justice system, and ensuring that justice remains accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances.

I extend my sincere gratitude to OAJ President Allen Tittle, the leadership, and the members of the Ohio Association for Justice for their confidence in me. I am humbled by this appointment and eager to serve with integrity, diligence, and purpose.

This appointment is not simply another accomplishment. It is a reminder that our beginnings do not determine our destination. Every challenge we overcome prepares us for greater responsibility. Every opportunity to serve creates another opportunity to make a lasting difference.

I look forward to serving the members of OAJ and the people of Ohio with the same commitment that has guided me throughout my legal career.

The work continues.

07/28/2026

One of the biggest changes to the asylum process is here.

The Trump administration has announced a new rule allowing USCIS to send certain affirmative asylum applicants directly to immigration court without first conducting an asylum interview.

What does this mean?

It does not mean your asylum case is automatically denied. It means that, in some cases, USCIS can decide that your application should go straight to an immigration judge based on the documents submitted, without first giving you an interview.

This makes a well prepared asylum application more important than ever. Every declaration, supporting document, and piece of evidence matters.

If you have an asylum case pending or are thinking about applying, you need to understand how this rule could affect you.

Watch this video as I explain what has changed, who may be affected, and what you should do next.

Have questions? Leave them in the comments.

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