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Malvena Driscoll

Goldman and Partners Immigration Law

Nominated for:Trailblazer
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Why Malvena Driscoll deserves it

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The Trailblazer Award for a Legal Innovator

Presented to an immigration attorney who is reimagining what’s possible — whether through technology, novel legal strategy, or a bold new approach to serving clients. This award honors the innovators who aren’t just keeping up with change, they’re creating it.

Malvena is an exceptional immigration attorney whose dedication and work ethic consistently go above and beyond. Despite managing an extremely demanding caseload, she remains highly organized and ensures that nothing slips through the cracks. Her reliability, compassion, and relentless drive make her incredibly deserving of this nomination.

Nominated by Katie Travers

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