Breaking Immigration Law Myths With Andres Mejer

Описание: Andres Mejer is the Owner of Andres Mejer Law & Associates, LLC, a New Jersey law firm specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of immigration law. Born in Santiago, Chile, and raised in a Spanish-speaking household, Andres has a personal connection to the immigrant experience, having faced the challenges of being an undocumented immigrant himself. As an accomplished immigration attorney, he is fluent in Spanish and Hebrew, with other areas of concentration on traffic and DUI defense, family law, and personal injury legal matters. In addition to his legal practice, Andres serves as a commissioner of the Long Branch Housing Authority and is a board member of the Monmouth Family Health Center.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

• [00:00] Introduction
• [01:31] How a childhood conversation sparked Andres Mejer's interest in becoming a judge and later an attorney
• [02:11] The personal and educational journey that led to Andres' career in law
• [05:09] Andres' transition from a self-taught immigration attorney to a specialist in the field
• [12:26] Common misconceptions about immigration and the reality of immigrants' tax contributions
• [15:13] Strategies for immigrants to successfully navigate the US immigration system
• [16:55] Challenges faced in representing immigrants and the importance of trust-building
• [26:15] Andres' approach to advocating for policy changes that benefit immigrants
• [29:23] Staying updated on policy changes to provide informed legal advice

In this episode…

Changing careers is a decision that can significantly impact your personal and professional life. Research shows that 49% of US workers have made a dramatic career shift, with 65% considering it. However, finding your true calling can be a winding path filled with unexpected turns and revelations. What drove this episode's guest to switch his career focus from business to law and then find his niche in immigration law?

Immigration lawyer Andres Mejer forged a path from an undocumented immigrant to a notable immigration attorney, discovering his passion for helping immigrants through a series of serendipitous events. Initially pursuing a business career, Andres’ life took a pivotal turn when an immigrant needing legal assistance approached him for help. Through a combination of his experiences as an immigrant and a drive to assist those facing legal challenges, Andres developed a marketing strategy resonating with the Hispanic community. He walks us through his journey, from his early aspirations influenced by pop culture to his rigorous academic pursuits that set the stage for his legal career. His innovative 953 method, designed to educate and solve complex immigration cases, exemplifies his commitment to helping immigrants navigate the legal system.

In this episode of 15 Minutes, Chad Franzen hosts Andres Mejer, Owner of Andres Mejer & Associates, LLC, to discuss Andres’ unique 953 system for navigating immigration law. Andres delves into his journey from self-taught practitioner to successful law firm owner, the truth behind common immigration myths, the value of client-attorney communication, and strategies for effective grassroots advocacy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Chad Franzen on LinkedIn -   / chadfranzen  
• Bela Musits on LinkedIn -   / bela-musits-b523584  
• Gladiator Law Marketing - https://gladiatorlawmarketing.com
• Andres Mejer on LinkedIn -   / andresmejerlaw  
• Andres Mejer & Associates LLC - https://andresmejerlaw.com/

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