team-member

Duffy Trager

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Licensed for 11 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Immigration

Language

Spanish English

About

My practice focuses on immigration law. I am passionate about assiting families and employees in gaining immigration status, asylum seekers avoiding persecution and children reuniting with families.   I became interested in immigration law as a participant in the University of Louisville Immigration Law Clinic. This experience enabled me to win the New York University Law School’s Immigration Moot Court Competition. More recently, I spent several months in Central America working with the Human Rights Commission of Belize, studying Spanish and traveling widely throughout the region. Through these experiences I committed myself to assisting individuals in navigating the complex immigration system.While in law school I won the Pirtle-Washer Oral Advocacy Competition and competed in the National Moot Court Competition at the Fourth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. As a Marshall-Brennan Fellow I taught a civil liberties course for high school seniors. I also served as an IOLTA Fellow, President of the International Law Society, published editor of the Journal of Law and Education and I received the Robert C. Jayes Memorial Award for Humanitarian and Civic Involvement.I practiced criminal defense for nearly three years before focusing exclusively on immigration law. I litigated numerous misdemeanors and felonies including several homicides and achieved multiple acquittals through jury verdict. I received the Walker Award for excellence in a felony jury trial where the client faced up to life in prison if convicted. 

Practices Areas

Immigration

Language

Spanish English

Contact

1019 South Fourth StreetLouisville, KY, 40203

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
July 21, 2021

In the midst of a global pandemic, my husband and I began a search for an immigration attorney about 15 months ago. We had never hired such an attorney locally and did not have any recommendations, so we did what another person would do... we went to Google! We knew we wanted to work with an attorney and office focusing specifically on immigration, as we wanted someone who was an expert in the field. We found Russell Immigration Law Firm and decided to set up a meeting. We met with Duffy Trager and were pleased with our initial meeting, so we decided to move forward with him. He quickly sent us paperwork and let us know our next steps. We had to get together a lot of things, but Duffy and Rebecca were quick to respond and thorough with us as we prepared initial paperwork for the I-485. They reviewed all of the materials we sent very thoroughly and answered all of our questions. They also helped us with things we did not know how to do, like getting documents translated. Duffy made sure we put together the most accurate and thorough application possible. He was also extremely honest and realistic with us about what to expect and when to expect it. (He was overall spot on!) When the time came for the interview, we worked closely again with Duffy to prepare for the interview and to update documents. We were so grateful to have him there with us at the interview. Even after that, when we had to take additional steps, including an I-601, Duffy and Daisy went above and beyond to ensure we did everything we could for successful results! Despite the pandemic and about what I have read about USCIS delays, it was about ten months from the time of original submission to approval of the I-485. I will also note that, from the payment side of things, I really appreciated being able to pay monthly payments (after the down payment). That was helpful, financially. Duffy's understanding of law, thoroughness, and honesty cannot be beat. We are grateful to have had him, Rebecca, Daisy, and the team at Russell Immigration Law Firm on our side through this process. We recommend him for your immigration needs.

anonymous
January 9, 2020

Duffy is what I will call a highly professional Attorney. Me and my wife were very satisfied with his services. He guided us in all the right ways,and you could tell he is extremely experienced with what he does. My wife and I will be ever grateful to him and his firm. We are staying with Russell immigration law firm.

anonymous
November 11, 2019

Successfully filed our I-485 petitions with approval in 8 months! Knows the immigration law. Honest and upfront, will research and give advise appropriate to the case. Accompanied at the interview and we were approved with I-551 stamps in our passports the same day! Highly recommend Duffy Trager.

Malek Baroudi
October 11, 2019

Mr Duffy is one of the best lawyers I have ever dealt with. He made sure I know every step of the immigration process and guided to the best way to file a complete file. He treated my case as if it’s his own, kept contact with me and told me about every status change that happened. 5 stars is not enough for this lawyer, he deserves more. And I will definitely refer friends to him.

anonymous
March 17, 2019

Duffy is an excellent lawyer. He is professional and honest. I am very pleased with how he handled my case.

Tariq
June 6, 2017

Mr.Duffy Trager handled my immigration case im blessing meeting him . He was helpful attorney and patience with me i can say with everyone in russell immigration office i been with this firm since i start my process and he explained everything i want and how easy he explained things to me and his great Team ( Rebecca Diaz ) too now im Happy been US . Citizen in the united state ... im going Forward on my Family case with Mr. Duffy and Rebecca with all my appreciation I recommend Duffy Trager in russell immigration to any one need hired attorney and get legal immigraion help

Cesar
May 27, 2017

Duffy Trager handled my immigration process and what a great blessing he was to me and to my American husband. Indeed, from the time we first met him at Russell Immigration office, he right away made us perfectly at ease, heard, valued, assured, properly guided and fully oriented of the legal journey we have to embark on. We knew right away that we got a brilliant attorney with a big heart in him as he generously spent almost a couple of hours of his time at our initial meeting explaining to us all legal perspectives pertaining to my immigration status. He remained generous with his time in our succeeding visits to Louisville and made sure we are fully guided of the next step we have to make and instructed with what documents to gather. As it turned out, my whole immigration journey proved to be an amazing experience. He was there especially when we embarked on the most crucial moment which was our interview with an immigration officer. I am now a permanent resident as I got my green card in just week after our interview. I remain deeply grateful to the legal accompaniment Duffy and his team (Rebecca, Debbie and Kristen) gave us and most especially for the gift of friendship he shared with us. I highly recommend Duffy to anyone who need a very valuable and tremendously helpful legal immigration assistance.

Mike
May 23, 2017

Duffy Trager handled the immigration case for my husband. We are a gay couple and were anxious about how we would be received. Throughout our time with Duffy, he showed us great respect. He had a strong desire to help us, and was extremely knowledgeable. He guided us through every step of the preparation and interview process. He was detailed, and also available when we needed him. Because of Duffy's guidance (and our doing what he said we should do), our interview lasted less than 20 minutes. The immigration officer was so impressed with what we brought to the interview that he said that he would recommend approval of our case, which he did! I cannot imagine a better attorney in the area of immigration law, and highly recommend Duffy to you.

Pamela
May 5, 2017

Mr. Trager was very helpful to me and my husband. Because of Mr. Trager my husband is now a legal Permanent Resident of the United States. Him and his team were very compassionate toward us and understood our needs. They also were very understanding of the distance we had to travel to get to their office so they made sure to provided us with alternative ways to stay in contact with him during the process. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help applying for Immigration status.

Joy
December 23, 2016

After a bad experience at another law firm my husband and I were referred to Russell Immigration by a long time friend. We were assigned to Duffy's caseload, and knew from the very first consult we had an excellent attorney. Duffy had direct answers to our questions about the immigration process without shuffling through papers or giving vague responses. Through the whole process he was confident, calm, truthful and reassuring. During one visit, I asked if someone could speak Spanish to my husband so he could fully understand what was being said, and without a blink Duffy began speaking fluent Spanish! We were amazed and relieved all at once. When it came time for us to go to Ciudad Juarez we were given a cell phone number so we could stay in direct contact. What a blessing! Going to Ciudad Juarez was stressful and frightening, but Duffy and his assistant Rebecca held our hands all the way. Every question, every concern was addressed prior to leaving. Not once did we feel we were just another client or what we asked was unimportant. Even when the US Consulate denied my husband's re-entry for a year Duffy was there for both of us - meeting with me as soon as I returned from Mexico and staying in touch with my husband abroad. He showed concern, understanding and encouragement. He gave good legal instruction and follow through. When we returned to Ciudad Juarez this year (2016), again Duffy was part of each and every moment. My husband was approved, and returned to the States on 12/10/16! What a glorious moment! I know, without a shadow of a doubt, if it had not been for Duffy we would have been lost and misguided. He has proved to be a knowledgeable attorney and a good friend.

anonymous
July 21, 2021

In the midst of a global pandemic, my husband and I began a search for an immigration attorney about 15 months ago. We had never hired such an attorney locally and did not have any recommendations, so we did what another person would do... we went to Google! We knew we wanted to work with an attorney and office focusing specifically on immigration, as we wanted someone who was an expert in the field. We found Russell Immigration Law Firm and decided to set up a meeting. We met with Duffy Trager and were pleased with our initial meeting, so we decided to move forward with him. He quickly sent us paperwork and let us know our next steps. We had to get together a lot of things, but Duffy and Rebecca were quick to respond and thorough with us as we prepared initial paperwork for the I-485. They reviewed all of the materials we sent very thoroughly and answered all of our questions. They also helped us with things we did not know how to do, like getting documents translated. Duffy made sure we put together the most accurate and thorough application possible. He was also extremely honest and realistic with us about what to expect and when to expect it. (He was overall spot on!) When the time came for the interview, we worked closely again with Duffy to prepare for the interview and to update documents. We were so grateful to have him there with us at the interview. Even after that, when we had to take additional steps, including an I-601, Duffy and Daisy went above and beyond to ensure we did everything we could for successful results! Despite the pandemic and about what I have read about USCIS delays, it was about ten months from the time of original submission to approval of the I-485. I will also note that, from the payment side of things, I really appreciated being able to pay monthly payments (after the down payment). That was helpful, financially. Duffy's understanding of law, thoroughness, and honesty cannot be beat. We are grateful to have had him, Rebecca, Daisy, and the team at Russell Immigration Law Firm on our side through this process. We recommend him for your immigration needs.

anonymous
January 9, 2020

Duffy is what I will call a highly professional Attorney. Me and my wife were very satisfied with his services. He guided us in all the right ways,and you could tell he is extremely experienced with what he does. My wife and I will be ever grateful to him and his firm. We are staying with Russell immigration law firm.

anonymous
November 11, 2019

Successfully filed our I-485 petitions with approval in 8 months! Knows the immigration law. Honest and upfront, will research and give advise appropriate to the case. Accompanied at the interview and we were approved with I-551 stamps in our passports the same day! Highly recommend Duffy Trager.

Malek Baroudi
October 11, 2019

Mr Duffy is one of the best lawyers I have ever dealt with. He made sure I know every step of the immigration process and guided to the best way to file a complete file. He treated my case as if it’s his own, kept contact with me and told me about every status change that happened. 5 stars is not enough for this lawyer, he deserves more. And I will definitely refer friends to him.

anonymous
March 17, 2019

Duffy is an excellent lawyer. He is professional and honest. I am very pleased with how he handled my case.

Tariq
June 6, 2017

Mr.Duffy Trager handled my immigration case im blessing meeting him . He was helpful attorney and patience with me i can say with everyone in russell immigration office i been with this firm since i start my process and he explained everything i want and how easy he explained things to me and his great Team ( Rebecca Diaz ) too now im Happy been US . Citizen in the united state ... im going Forward on my Family case with Mr. Duffy and Rebecca with all my appreciation I recommend Duffy Trager in russell immigration to any one need hired attorney and get legal immigraion help

Cesar
May 27, 2017

Duffy Trager handled my immigration process and what a great blessing he was to me and to my American husband. Indeed, from the time we first met him at Russell Immigration office, he right away made us perfectly at ease, heard, valued, assured, properly guided and fully oriented of the legal journey we have to embark on. We knew right away that we got a brilliant attorney with a big heart in him as he generously spent almost a couple of hours of his time at our initial meeting explaining to us all legal perspectives pertaining to my immigration status. He remained generous with his time in our succeeding visits to Louisville and made sure we are fully guided of the next step we have to make and instructed with what documents to gather. As it turned out, my whole immigration journey proved to be an amazing experience. He was there especially when we embarked on the most crucial moment which was our interview with an immigration officer. I am now a permanent resident as I got my green card in just week after our interview. I remain deeply grateful to the legal accompaniment Duffy and his team (Rebecca, Debbie and Kristen) gave us and most especially for the gift of friendship he shared with us. I highly recommend Duffy to anyone who need a very valuable and tremendously helpful legal immigration assistance.

Mike
May 23, 2017

Duffy Trager handled the immigration case for my husband. We are a gay couple and were anxious about how we would be received. Throughout our time with Duffy, he showed us great respect. He had a strong desire to help us, and was extremely knowledgeable. He guided us through every step of the preparation and interview process. He was detailed, and also available when we needed him. Because of Duffy's guidance (and our doing what he said we should do), our interview lasted less than 20 minutes. The immigration officer was so impressed with what we brought to the interview that he said that he would recommend approval of our case, which he did! I cannot imagine a better attorney in the area of immigration law, and highly recommend Duffy to you.

Pamela
May 5, 2017

Mr. Trager was very helpful to me and my husband. Because of Mr. Trager my husband is now a legal Permanent Resident of the United States. Him and his team were very compassionate toward us and understood our needs. They also were very understanding of the distance we had to travel to get to their office so they made sure to provided us with alternative ways to stay in contact with him during the process. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help applying for Immigration status.

Joy
December 23, 2016

After a bad experience at another law firm my husband and I were referred to Russell Immigration by a long time friend. We were assigned to Duffy's caseload, and knew from the very first consult we had an excellent attorney. Duffy had direct answers to our questions about the immigration process without shuffling through papers or giving vague responses. Through the whole process he was confident, calm, truthful and reassuring. During one visit, I asked if someone could speak Spanish to my husband so he could fully understand what was being said, and without a blink Duffy began speaking fluent Spanish! We were amazed and relieved all at once. When it came time for us to go to Ciudad Juarez we were given a cell phone number so we could stay in direct contact. What a blessing! Going to Ciudad Juarez was stressful and frightening, but Duffy and his assistant Rebecca held our hands all the way. Every question, every concern was addressed prior to leaving. Not once did we feel we were just another client or what we asked was unimportant. Even when the US Consulate denied my husband's re-entry for a year Duffy was there for both of us - meeting with me as soon as I returned from Mexico and staying in touch with my husband abroad. He showed concern, understanding and encouragement. He gave good legal instruction and follow through. When we returned to Ciudad Juarez this year (2016), again Duffy was part of each and every moment. My husband was approved, and returned to the States on 12/10/16! What a glorious moment! I know, without a shadow of a doubt, if it had not been for Duffy we would have been lost and misguided. He has proved to be a knowledgeable attorney and a good friend.

anonymous
July 21, 2021

In the midst of a global pandemic, my husband and I began a search for an immigration attorney about 15 months ago. We had never hired such an attorney locally and did not have any recommendations, so we did what another person would do... we went to Google! We knew we wanted to work with an attorney and office focusing specifically on immigration, as we wanted someone who was an expert in the field. We found Russell Immigration Law Firm and decided to set up a meeting. We met with Duffy Trager and were pleased with our initial meeting, so we decided to move forward with him. He quickly sent us paperwork and let us know our next steps. We had to get together a lot of things, but Duffy and Rebecca were quick to respond and thorough with us as we prepared initial paperwork for the I-485. They reviewed all of the materials we sent very thoroughly and answered all of our questions. They also helped us with things we did not know how to do, like getting documents translated. Duffy made sure we put together the most accurate and thorough application possible. He was also extremely honest and realistic with us about what to expect and when to expect it. (He was overall spot on!) When the time came for the interview, we worked closely again with Duffy to prepare for the interview and to update documents. We were so grateful to have him there with us at the interview. Even after that, when we had to take additional steps, including an I-601, Duffy and Daisy went above and beyond to ensure we did everything we could for successful results! Despite the pandemic and about what I have read about USCIS delays, it was about ten months from the time of original submission to approval of the I-485. I will also note that, from the payment side of things, I really appreciated being able to pay monthly payments (after the down payment). That was helpful, financially. Duffy's understanding of law, thoroughness, and honesty cannot be beat. We are grateful to have had him, Rebecca, Daisy, and the team at Russell Immigration Law Firm on our side through this process. We recommend him for your immigration needs.

anonymous
January 9, 2020

Duffy is what I will call a highly professional Attorney. Me and my wife were very satisfied with his services. He guided us in all the right ways,and you could tell he is extremely experienced with what he does. My wife and I will be ever grateful to him and his firm. We are staying with Russell immigration law firm.

anonymous
November 11, 2019

Successfully filed our I-485 petitions with approval in 8 months! Knows the immigration law. Honest and upfront, will research and give advise appropriate to the case. Accompanied at the interview and we were approved with I-551 stamps in our passports the same day! Highly recommend Duffy Trager.

Malek Baroudi
October 11, 2019

Mr Duffy is one of the best lawyers I have ever dealt with. He made sure I know every step of the immigration process and guided to the best way to file a complete file. He treated my case as if it’s his own, kept contact with me and told me about every status change that happened. 5 stars is not enough for this lawyer, he deserves more. And I will definitely refer friends to him.

anonymous
March 17, 2019

Duffy is an excellent lawyer. He is professional and honest. I am very pleased with how he handled my case.

Tariq
June 6, 2017

Mr.Duffy Trager handled my immigration case im blessing meeting him . He was helpful attorney and patience with me i can say with everyone in russell immigration office i been with this firm since i start my process and he explained everything i want and how easy he explained things to me and his great Team ( Rebecca Diaz ) too now im Happy been US . Citizen in the united state ... im going Forward on my Family case with Mr. Duffy and Rebecca with all my appreciation I recommend Duffy Trager in russell immigration to any one need hired attorney and get legal immigraion help

Cesar
May 27, 2017

Duffy Trager handled my immigration process and what a great blessing he was to me and to my American husband. Indeed, from the time we first met him at Russell Immigration office, he right away made us perfectly at ease, heard, valued, assured, properly guided and fully oriented of the legal journey we have to embark on. We knew right away that we got a brilliant attorney with a big heart in him as he generously spent almost a couple of hours of his time at our initial meeting explaining to us all legal perspectives pertaining to my immigration status. He remained generous with his time in our succeeding visits to Louisville and made sure we are fully guided of the next step we have to make and instructed with what documents to gather. As it turned out, my whole immigration journey proved to be an amazing experience. He was there especially when we embarked on the most crucial moment which was our interview with an immigration officer. I am now a permanent resident as I got my green card in just week after our interview. I remain deeply grateful to the legal accompaniment Duffy and his team (Rebecca, Debbie and Kristen) gave us and most especially for the gift of friendship he shared with us. I highly recommend Duffy to anyone who need a very valuable and tremendously helpful legal immigration assistance.

Mike
May 23, 2017

Duffy Trager handled the immigration case for my husband. We are a gay couple and were anxious about how we would be received. Throughout our time with Duffy, he showed us great respect. He had a strong desire to help us, and was extremely knowledgeable. He guided us through every step of the preparation and interview process. He was detailed, and also available when we needed him. Because of Duffy's guidance (and our doing what he said we should do), our interview lasted less than 20 minutes. The immigration officer was so impressed with what we brought to the interview that he said that he would recommend approval of our case, which he did! I cannot imagine a better attorney in the area of immigration law, and highly recommend Duffy to you.

Pamela
May 5, 2017

Mr. Trager was very helpful to me and my husband. Because of Mr. Trager my husband is now a legal Permanent Resident of the United States. Him and his team were very compassionate toward us and understood our needs. They also were very understanding of the distance we had to travel to get to their office so they made sure to provided us with alternative ways to stay in contact with him during the process. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help applying for Immigration status.

Joy
December 23, 2016

After a bad experience at another law firm my husband and I were referred to Russell Immigration by a long time friend. We were assigned to Duffy's caseload, and knew from the very first consult we had an excellent attorney. Duffy had direct answers to our questions about the immigration process without shuffling through papers or giving vague responses. Through the whole process he was confident, calm, truthful and reassuring. During one visit, I asked if someone could speak Spanish to my husband so he could fully understand what was being said, and without a blink Duffy began speaking fluent Spanish! We were amazed and relieved all at once. When it came time for us to go to Ciudad Juarez we were given a cell phone number so we could stay in direct contact. What a blessing! Going to Ciudad Juarez was stressful and frightening, but Duffy and his assistant Rebecca held our hands all the way. Every question, every concern was addressed prior to leaving. Not once did we feel we were just another client or what we asked was unimportant. Even when the US Consulate denied my husband's re-entry for a year Duffy was there for both of us - meeting with me as soon as I returned from Mexico and staying in touch with my husband abroad. He showed concern, understanding and encouragement. He gave good legal instruction and follow through. When we returned to Ciudad Juarez this year (2016), again Duffy was part of each and every moment. My husband was approved, and returned to the States on 12/10/16! What a glorious moment! I know, without a shadow of a doubt, if it had not been for Duffy we would have been lost and misguided. He has proved to be a knowledgeable attorney and a good friend.