About
Nicolas A. Olano is a seasoned immigration attorney based in Anchorage, Alaska, with over two decades of legal experience. He devotes his practice exclusively to immigration law, representing individuals and families facing complex legal challenges, including removal proceedings and administrative matters before U.S. immigration agencies.
Nicolas earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law in 2001, where he was a Rafael Benitez Scholarship recipient. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Laws at Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia. He is admitted to practice law in Florida, Alaska, and Colombia, giving him a strong international legal foundation.
Throughout his career, Nicolas has advocated on behalf of clients before U.S. Immigration Courts, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice. He handles cases involving ICE, CIS, CBP, and EOIR, as well as appeals before the United States District Courts and Courts of Appeals. His courtroom experience equips him to defend clients against deportation and other serious immigration consequences.
At Nations Law Group in Anchorage, Nicolas provides personalized legal guidance to individuals seeking visas, green cards, citizenship, and other immigration benefits. He takes a proactive approach to avoid errors that can result in detention, denial, or removal, recognizing the deep personal impact these issues have on families.
With deep legal knowledge and a passionate commitment to justice, Nicolas A. Olano continues to protect the rights of immigrants across Alaska. His clients rely on him for strategic advocacy, clear communication, and a dedication to keeping families together through every stage of the immigration process.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Nations Law Group
- Former Attorney, Olano and Associates
- Member, Alaska Bar Association
- Member, The Florida Bar
Licensed State
- Alaska
- Florida
Education
- Universidad de Los Andes
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - University of Miami School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Awards & Badges


- Asylum
- Citizenship
- Visa and Permits