The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. offers a comprehensive range of immigration services to clients across the U.S. and abroad. Built on a passion for delivering highly effective legal representation throughout every stage of the immigration process, the firm is dedicated to treating each case with great attention and care. This dedication combined with The Nemecek Firm’s intricate knowledge of the complex immigration laws has enabled the firm to provide first-rate solutions in a time efficient manner.
Julie Nemecek is a seasoned immigration attorney with over 20 years of exclusive experience in the field. In 2010, she founded The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. with a mission to treat every client with respect, compassion, and individualized attention. Understanding that immigration law is often complex and overwhelming, Attorney Nemecek is committed to educating her clients so they feel informed and empowered throughout their legal journey.
Attorney Nemecek is also a fierce advocate for immigrant rights on both local and national levels. She actively collaborates with advocacy groups to push for fair, just immigration policies and reform. Her compassion for vulnerable populations is most notably reflected in the legal and advocacy campaign she led to stop the deportations of Black Mauritanian refugees to one of the last countries in the world still practicing slavery. Through a powerful blend of legal strategy, communications, and public advocacy, the campaign made a meaningful impact during one of the most challenging chapters in recent U.S. immigration history.
Her leadership and legal work have been widely recognized. Attorney Nemecek was featured in Episode 6 of the Netflix documentary series Living Undocumented and has been covered by numerous media outlets including USA Today, Bloomberg Business, NBC News, The New Yorker, Thomson Reuters, The Columbus Dispatch, and The Center for Investigative Reporting. She has also appeared on local television news channels for NBC (WCMH-TV), ABC (WSYX-TV), CBS (WBNS-TV), and FOX (WTTE-TV), and was a guest on All Sides with Ann Fisher alongside Rubén Castilla Herrera.
In 2020, Attorney Nemecek was invited to speak at the prestigious North American Refugee Health Conference. She has also delivered presentations on immigration law for organizations such as the Bureau of Workers Compensation, AIDS Resource Center Ohio, Buckeye Ranch, and various international student associations and nonprofits.
Her legal expertise spans a wide array of immigration services, including family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, removal defense, DACA, TPS, asylum, and naturalization. Known for her precision and deep understanding of immigration law’s complexities, Attorney Nemecek is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. She believes that in immigration law, the devil is in the details—and it’s her commitment to those details that defines her practice.
Born in France to Algerian immigrant parents, Lilia brings a personal and profound understanding of the immigrant experience. As an immigrant herself, she is deeply committed to guiding others through the complex U.S. immigration system with empathy and expertise.
Lilia earned her law degree in France, where she specialized in International Law and Human Rights Law. Her academic background laid a strong foundation for her lifelong dedication to humanitarian advocacy and justice.
In July 2024, Lilia reached a significant milestone in her legal journey by passing the New York Bar. Today, at The Nemecek Firm, she focuses her practice on asylum law—providing compassionate, skilled representation to individuals seeking protection and a fresh start.
Driven by a strong belief in justice, fairness, and the dignity of all people, Lilia is proud to combine her legal training with her lived experience to support those most in need. Her mission is to help as many asylum seekers as possible find safety, stability, and hope for a better future.
Jean Moulin Universite Lyon III, American Law, 2019
Jean Moulin Universite Lyon III, LLB, 2020
Universite Toulouse Capitole, Masters of International Economic Law, 2022
Universite Toulouse Capitole, II Masters of International Economic Law, 2023
Stetson University, LLM International Law, 2023
English
French
Pending admission to The New York State Bar
Robert is a dedicated immigration attorney with a deep commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants. He earned his Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2023, where he developed his legal skills through an internship with the Columbus City Prosecutor’s Office.
Before beginning his legal career, Robert earned a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from The Ohio State University. His academic interests sparked a passion for global languages and cultures, which deepened during his two years of service in the Peace Corps. Stationed in Morocco, he taught English and led community development initiatives—experiences that shaped his compassionate and international perspective.
Following law school, Robert worked at a private criminal defense firm, where he successfully represented indigent clients in court. His extensive courtroom experience and strong litigation skills earned him a reputation for being a powerful advocate.
Today, Robert proudly focuses his practice on immigration law. He draws on his legal experience, cultural insight, and personal dedication to justice to help clients navigate the complexities of the immigration system. He remains steadfast in his mission to ensure every client is heard, respected, and represented with integrity.
The Ohio State University, BA Linguistics, 2017
Capital University, Juris Doctor, 2023
English
Spanish
Arabic (Moroccan)
Conversational French
American Immigration Lawyers Association
The Supreme Court of Ohio, 2023
Growing up in an immigrant household, Marie Kaplan knew she wanted to dedicate her career to serving one of society’s most vulnerable populations.
Marie earned her bachelor’s degree in political science. During her undergraduate years, she led her local food pantry and volunteered with international humanitarian organizations, including the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Committee of the Red Cross. She also served as a tutor for international exchange students.
Marie earned her Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law. As a law student, she represented immigrants through her school’s immigration clinic, with a focus on naturalization and humanitarian cases.
Marie is a dedicated advocate for immigrants. She brings both rigorous professional training and deep personal understanding to her work, treating each case with the care she would extend to her own family. Her lived experience and cultural background uniquely equip her to serve immigrant communities with both empathy and strength.
Kent State University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, 2020
The Ohio State University, Juris Doctor, 2025
English
Russian
American Immigration Lawyers Association
The Supreme Court of Ohio, 2025
Anna is a committed immigration attorney who believes everyone deserves to live in a place where they feel a sense of safety and belonging. As a teenager, Anna spent four years living in Berne, Switzerland where she experienced firsthand some of the struggles that can accompany immigrating to an unfamiliar country.
Prior to her legal career, Anna earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality studies from Ohio State University. There she developed a passion for working with families and became an advocate for women’s and family issues in the Columbus community.
After graduating from Capital University Law School in 2023, Anna spent two years as a municipal prosecutor here in Columbus, where she continued to develop her advocacy skills, particularly regarding individuals who had been victims of violence. Today, Anna focuses her practice on asylum law. She is driven by a desire to advocate for those who have experienced violence or oppression and to provide compassionate representation for all of her clients
Ohio State University, Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Science
Capital University Law School, Juris Doctor
Supreme Court of Ohio, 2023
