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Olsi Vrapi

Noble & Vrapi, P.A. | University of New Mexico School of Law • Albuquerque, NM
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Contact

Email
Phone
(833) 457-7438
Address
5931 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109, US

Professional

About

Olsi Vrapi is a distinguished immigration and personal injury attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he serves as the managing partner of his law firm. With a deep commitment to advocating for individuals, families, and businesses, Mr. Vrapi specializes in a wide range of immigration matters, including family and business visa petitions, green card applications, naturalization and citizenship processes, as well as H-1B visas and PERM applications. His expertise extends to tackling complex cases involving J-1 Conrad Physician Waivers and challenging improper governmental decisions in federal court. An accomplished legal professional, Mr. Vrapi began his journey in immigration law in 2003 and has been a licensed attorney since 2007. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico with a degree in Political Science and Spanish and later earned his law degree Cum Laude from the same institution. His dedication to the field has garnered him national recognition, including serving as the past chair of the Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). A sought-after speaker at immigration law conferences, he shares his insights and experiences with peers and aspiring lawyers alike. Adding to his unique perspective as an attorney, Mr. Vrapi is an immigrant himself, having arrived in the United States from Albania in 1999. This personal journey fuels his passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of immigration law. Fluent in Spanish and Albanian, with proficiency in Italian and a working knowledge of French, Mr. Vrapi is dedicated to providing accessible and effective legal representation to a diverse clientele. For more about his extensive experience and achievements, please visit his LinkedIn profile.

About Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help individuals and families navigate the complex immigration system. They assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. Common matters include visa applications, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense.

Credentials

Education
2006 University of New Mexico School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2003 University of New Mexico Bachelor's Degree
Languages
Albanian | Spanish | English | Italian

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2014 Presidential Commendation, American Immigration Lawyers Association 2012 Joseph Minsky Young Lawyer Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association 2010 Jack Wasserman Memorial Award, American Immigration Lawyers Association
Publications
2015 American Immigration Lawyers Association, Annual Conference, Washington DC “The Art of Storytelling.” 2014 American Immigration Lawyers Association, Colorado Chapter Rocky Mountain Conference, Denver, CO “How to Prepare a Winning Individual Hearing.” 2014 Conference paper for American Immigration Lawyers Association, Annual Conference, Boston, MA. “I-601 waivers.” 2014 American Immigration Lawyers Association, Federal Litigation Conference, Las Vegas, NV “Immigration Detention and the Great Writ: INA §236 and 28 USC §2241.” 2013 Federal Bar Association Immigration Law Seminar, Memphis, TN. “I-601 Waivers.”
Associations
2015 - Present American Immigration Lawyers Association (Texas chapter) Secretary 2013 - Present New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Member 2007 - Present American Immigration Lawyers Association Member
Speaking
2015 Federal Bar Association Border Conference, El Paso, TX Immigration Basics: Family-Based, VAWA, and U Visa 2015 American Immigration Lawyers Association, Annual Conference, Washington, DC The Art of Storytelling 2015 AILA Paralegals Conference Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing 2015 AILA Georgia Alabama Chapter Conference. Atlanta, GA Stateside Waivers 2014 New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association CLE, Las Cruces, NM Latest Trends in Immigration Courts in NM
Updated: Apr 01, 2026