Andrew P. Johnson, Esq. was quoted in the New York Daily News as an "Immigration Expert," was featured in a New York Times article on immigration law, and has been interviewed by CBS News. (see www.lawapj.com) He is the co-founder of a nonprofit think tank that presents recommendations to Congress to reduce costs and streamline US CIS and the Immigration Courts. Andrew P. Johnson is a former government prosecutor who has litigated over 1,000 deportation cases and argued several high profile asylum cases. In addition, Mr. Johnson has given lectures on Business immigration in both Europe and Asia, and has advocated for a bipartisian passage of a restricted version of the Dream Act.
With over 15 years of litigation experience, Mr. Johnson has successfully represented numerous asylum clients, including a journalist for the Committee to Protect Journalists and a former NPR reporter, and high-level foreign government officials fleeing their countries. He has worked with former President Ramos of the Philippines and Congressman Cunningham in litigating asylum claims, as well as with the Committee to Protect Journalists and the United African Congress. Mr. Johnson has won appeals on deportation orders of detained mentally ill aliens, successfully sued the U.S. CIS, and prevailed on habeas corpus petitions for detainees. Mr. Johnson has litigated cases for controversial asylum social groups, including victims of domestic violence, gays/lesbians, gang members, and those entangled in blood feuds. He is admitted in the 1st-7th, 9th, and 11th circuit courts,
Since Andrew Johnson litigates immigration issues in the Federal Circuit Court, he has in-depth knowledge of immigration policy as it directly affects his clients. Policymakers craft detailed legislation on immigration without taking into consideration the legislation's unintended consequences. However, with his extensive experience and expertise, Mr. Johnson understands how immigration legislation will be interpreted by the courts and implemented by the U.S. CIS. Mr. Johnson is available to assist journalists with any questions they may have regarding immigration.