A native Texan whose legal career is deeply rooted in her faith and commitment to service, Esther Olivares brings a global perspective to her work as a Partner. A Houston native and alumna of the University of Texas at San Antonio, Esther earned her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice before venturing into Immigration Law.

While her law studies began in North Carolina, Esther ultimately found her calling at Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington. During her tenure at Gonzaga Law, she immersed herself in the complexities of immigration law, volunteering at local clinics and serving as a Spanish interpreter. These formative experiences illuminated the profound need for accessible legal representation and instilled a "service-first" philosophy that remains the cornerstone of her practice today.

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Esther further honed her expertise at World Relief Spokane, where she worked directly with the immigrant working class. This time spent within the non-profit sector provided her with a unique vantage point on the resilience and grit of individuals from around the world, transforming a professional interest into a lifelong passion.

Esther views immigration law through a lens of profound responsibility; she acknowledges that while the legal framework is as intricate as the tax code, the subject matter is far more personal. "Immigration law deals with the sanctity of human lives—their past, present, and future," she notes. "The stakes are high, but the reward of changing a life for the better is truly priceless."