Sherilyn Holcombe Waxler - Immigration Attorney

Sherilyn Holcombe Waxler focuses her practice exclusively on immigration law. Although she had been a U.S. citizen since birth, she has personal experience as an immigrant. She was born in Australia, grew up in England, and returned to the United States in 1993. She attended an International School in England with people from all over the world. The experience of living as an expatriate has left Sherilyn with a passion for helping people with their immigration issues. As a parent, Sherilyn is also motivated by the fundamental importance of allowing loving parents to live with and support their children.

Education:
J.D., University of Washington School of Law, June 2002
B.A., Reed College, May 1997
TASIS England International School 1993

Membership:
Oregon State Bar Association
American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Multnomah Bar Association
Oregon Women Lawyers Society

Service:
Legal Committee of Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services, 2008-Present
AILA Oregon Celebration and Awards Dinner Committee, Member 2004, Chair 2005
Multnomah Bar Association –Young Lawyers Section, Pro Bono Committee Member 2003-2005, Chair 2004-2005

Honors:
Multnomah Bar Association – Young Lawyers Section, Award of Merit
Oregon State Bar New Lawyers Division, Public Service Award
American Immigration Lawyers Oregon Chapter 2012 Pro Bono Award