Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Immigration Law Services in Orange County, CA
Wilner & O'Reilly is a dedicated immigration law firm with offices across California, Utah, Idaho, and Arizona. Founded in 2003 by board-certified specialists Richard M. Wilner and Kelly S. OReilly, the firm combines decades of legal expertise with a commitment to client-centered service. Our team includes certified immigration specialists, former immigration officers, and multilingual attorneys who provide tailored solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. We specialize in employment-based visas, family immigration, deportation defense, asylum cases, and investor visas, representing clients in federal appellate forums nationwide.With a focus on transparency, ethics, and responsiveness, we prioritize timely communication and personalized strategies to address complex immigration challenges. Our Judeo-Christian values guide our practice, ensuring honesty and integrity in all we do. Recognized for excellence, we serve clients globally while maintaining a strong local presence in key U.S. immigration hubs.
Services
Employment-Based Visas
Family-Based Immigration
Deportation Defense
Asylum Applications
Investor Visas
Citizenship/Naturalization
Waivers & Appeals
EB-1 Extraordinary Ability
K-1 Fianc Visas
PERM Labor Certifications
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have two full-time certified immigration specialists with decades of combined experience.
- Our founding partner is a former U.S. Immigration Officer with insider expertise.
- Clients receive prompt responses, with calls returned within 24 hours or less.
- We handle complex cases across all immigration categories, including deportation and asylum.
- Our team speaks Spanish, Tagalog, Mandarin, and other languages to serve diverse clients.
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of California
What people say
Exceptional service
Best immigration lawyers
Quick response times
Trustworthy representation
Life-changing results
Services
Employment-Based Visas
We assist employers and professionals in securing employment-based visas, including EB-1, EB-2, and H-1B categories. Our attorneys navigate complex regulations to ensure compliance while expediting processes for skilled workers, investors, and multinational executives. Clients benefit from our expertise in PERM labor certifications and audits.
Family-Based Immigration
Our firm specializes in reuniting families through marriage-based green cards, fianc visas, and parent/child petitions. We handle challenging cases involving VAWA protections, adoptions, and sibling sponsorships, leveraging deep knowledge of U.S. immigration law to overcome denials and delays.
Deportation Defense
We provide aggressive legal representation for individuals facing deportation, including asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and appeals. Our team challenges ICE actions and secures waivers for criminal convictions, ensuring clients rights are protected in immigration courts nationwide.
Asylum Applications
We guide clients through asylum and withholding of removal processes, representing those fleeing persecution based on race, religion, or political opinion. Our attorneys prepare compelling cases for individuals detained or applying affirmatively with USCIS.
Investor Visas
We help entrepreneurs and investors obtain EB-5 visas by demonstrating capital investment in U.S. businesses. Our services include structuring investments to meet USCIS requirements and preparing documentation for regional center or direct investment pathways.
People
Richard M. Wilner
Managing Attorney
Board-certified immigration specialist with 20+ years of experience. Leads employment-based immigration cases and mentors attorneys nationwide. Former legal analyst for CNN and Fox News.
Kelly S. OReilly
Managing Attorney
Former U.S. Immigration Officer with expertise in deportation defense and family-based visas. Advocates for clients facing complex removal proceedings and asylum challenges.
Sully T. Bryan
Attorney
Specializes in deportation defense and asylum cases. Provides strategic legal counsel for clients facing ICE enforcement actions and immigration court hearings.
Derek J. Poulsen
Attorney
Focuses on citizenship applications and birthright immigration issues. Advises clients on constitutional rights and policy changes affecting U.S. nationality claims.
Nancy Vo
Department Chair
Leads family immigration cases with emphasis on K-1 visas and spousal petitions. Known for resolving long-standing family reunification delays through innovative legal strategies.
Questions
What immigration services does Wilner & O’Reilly specialize in?
We specialize in employment-based visas, family immigration, deportation defense, asylum, investor visas, citizenship, and complex immigration appeals.
How quickly can I expect a response from your attorneys?
We guarantee calls returned within 24 hours, with most responses provided within minutes of contact.
Do you handle cases outside the United States?
Yes, we represent clients globally, with offices in the U.S. and strategic international alliances.
Can you assist with urgent deportation cases?
Yes, we provide aggressive legal defense for deportation proceedings, including appeals and asylum applications.
Are your attorneys certified immigration specialists?
Yes, we have two board-certified specialists in Immigration and Nationality Law by the State Bar of California.
Do you offer consultations in multiple languages?
Yes, our team speaks Spanish, Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Polish, French, Portuguese, and Russian.
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