Linda Sanchez Ortega

Working at Hirsch Law Group in Chicago, Illinois, Linda Sanchez Ortega is a dedicated lawyer helping clients navigate through immigration law in the U.S. Extending her practice to individuals across Chicago, she provides legal representation across family-based petitions, adjustment of status, removal defense and citizenship, alongside humanitarian relief like Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, asylum, the Violence Against Women Act, U visas and waivers of inadmissibility.

Graduating from Northeastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree, Ms. Ortega proceeded to pursue her legal studies. While in law school, she was an active member of her school’s immigration legal clinic, providing free legal aid to immigrants and managing real cases. In addition to her legal work, she dedicated her time to volunteering at the Children’s Legal Center and Centro Romero, both nonprofits committed to providing essential support and resources for individuals navigating immigration challenges.

An immigrant herself, Ms. Ortega has personally experienced how complex the U.S. immigration system can really get. This firsthand journey fuels her empathy and deep understanding of her clients' anxieties. By blending her personal insights with shrewd legal acumen, she successfully guides families and individuals through legal uncertainties, transforming her own past challenges into a passionate, dedicated mission to secure her clients' futures in America.

Ms. Ortega’s extensive experience before the Chicago Immigration Court makes her a formidable advocate for individuals facing deportation. As an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, she stays at the forefront of evolving immigration policies. Her legal knowledge, combined with her tireless dedication to the community, ensures our clients receive the strategic and compassionate representation they deserve.