Marlena Konopka

Marlena Konopka is an immigration attorney with Portner & Shure. She approaches her work with compassion and dedication. Her background gives her a clear understanding of the challenges people may face while navigating a complex immigration system and seeking legal help during stressful times.

Marlena earned her B.S. degree in International Politics from Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service. She later earned her Juris Doctor degree from American University Washington College of Law. Her education helped her develop skills in advocacy, research, writing, and immigration-focused legal services.

Marlena worked as a paralegal for the Fraud Section of the U.S. Department of Justice before law school. This role gave her early legal experience and helped prepare her for future work serving clients, reviewing legal issues, and understanding complex government processes.

Marlena strengthened her passion for immigration law while studying at American University Washington College of Law. She served as a student attorney with the Immigrant Justice Clinic, where she represented clients before the Immigration Court and gained direct experience helping people with serious immigration matters.

Marlena gained extensive experience before joining Portner & Shure. She represented clients seeking immigration benefits and relief before the Immigration Court, USCIS, and consulates abroad. Her work includes helping clients understand their options and move through important legal steps with care and clear communication.

Marlena is a member of the Virginia State Bar. She is also fluent in Spanish and Polish, which helps her serve clients from different backgrounds. Her language skills support clear communication, trust, and better understanding during immigration cases that may involve detailed facts and sensitive concerns.

Marlena Konopka brings compassion, dedication, and immigration law experience to her work. She helps clients seeking immigration benefits and relief before courts, agencies, and consulates. Her practice is guided by careful preparation, strong advocacy, and respect for clients facing important decisions about their future.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Immigration Attorney, Portner & Shure, P.A.
• Member, Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• Virginia

Education

• American University Washington College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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