Claire Longdin

Claire Longdin is the Owner and Managing Attorney of her firm, where she offers skilled representation in immigration, criminal, and family law cases. She is particularly experienced in removal defense and has successfully handled complex matters before the Chicago Immigration Court, including asylum, cancellation of removal, and withholding of removal claims.

Claire earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor degrees from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She studied Philosophy and Spanish, furthering her language skills through immersion in Veracruz, Mexico. She graduated from Marquette University Law School in 2016 and is admitted to practice law in Wisconsin.

Claire is known for her compassionate and strategic approach. She understands the intersection of immigration with family and criminal law and is adept at navigating cases involving residency renewal, citizenship, VAWA, UVISA, and fiancé visas. Her thorough case preparation and deep legal insight help families remain united and protected under the law.

Claire’s legal career includes positions at Centro Legal, Catholic Charities Legal Services for Immigrants, and Federal Defender Services of Wisconsin. These roles helped shape her client-focused philosophy and deepened her commitment to serving vulnerable communities with care and integrity.

Claire Longdin is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and was a featured speaker at the 2022 AILA National Conference in New York, where she presented on asylum-based legal strategies. Her expertise and dedication to justice make her a respected figure in the immigration legal community.

With a mission to deliver clear guidance and strong advocacy, Claire supports clients through some of life’s most stressful legal challenges. She remains committed to using the legal system to help individuals and families find safety, security, and lasting solutions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner and Managing Attorney, Longdin Law Offices, LLC
• Former Partner, The Law Offices of Cabranes Durkin & Longdin
• Administrative Assistant, JB Enterprises, LLC
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• Marquette University Law School
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Marquette University
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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