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Andrew Lorenzen-Strait

Davidsonville, Maryland, United States

https://andrewlorenzen-strait.com/

With a focus on immigration law, Andrew Lorenzen-Strait operates Marigold Law Center in the greater Washington D.C. area. He brings a robust humanitarian perspective to his consulting work, making significant contributions to both government and nonprofit sectors in Maryland. His enduring commitment to these values has shaped his professional path and established him as a source of inspiration for future generations. With a career spanning over two decades, Andrew has held significant leadership positions in government and nonprofit sectors. His adept management of extensive migration and emergency response initiatives showcases his analytical prowess and quick decision-making skills, which have been crucial in navigating complex challenges. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California at Irvine and a Juris Doctorate focused on Child Advocacy from Whittier Law School. He has further honed his expertise with advanced studies at the National Defense University and the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University. His deep understanding of policy and ability to forge strong partnerships have made him a valued advisor and mediator among stakeholders. Andrew's extensive experience includes a role as an advisor on the Biden-Harris Presidential Transition Team in 2020. He holds bar privileges in Maryland and before the U.S. Supreme Court. His career trajectory has been marked by influential positions, including a Presidential Management Fellow for the Bush-Cheney administration in 2003 and roles within the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Justice. Andrew Lorenzen-Strait is known in his community for his pro bono work as a legal aid attorney in Prince George's County and as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate in Maryland, supporting non-verbal and LGBTQ youth. His dedication earned him the Pro Bono Attorney of the Year award in Maryland in 2007.

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