Michael W Gahagan

Michael W. Gahagan is a Louisiana immigration attorney and the founder of Gahagan Law Firm, representing individuals, families, and businesses throughout Greater New Orleans, Acadiana, and nationwide. With nearly two decades of dedicated legal experience, Mr. Gahagan focuses his practice on complex immigration matters, including deportation defense, marriage-based green cards, K-1 fiancé visas, citizenship, employment-based visas, and investor visas.

Mr. Gahagan earned his Juris Doctor from Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in 2006, after completing an MBA at Middle Tennessee State University and a Bachelor of Science at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. A formidable advocate in federal immigration litigation, he routinely represents clients before U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He has extensive experience challenging government agencies such as USCIS, DHS, ICE, and CBP over unreasonable delays, improper denials, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) disputes. He has also served as Federal Litigation Chairman for the MidSouth Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).

Known for his meticulous preparation and client-centered approach, Mr. Gahagan is committed to guiding clients through each stage of the legal process. Whether defending clients facing removal or reuniting families through visa petitions, he provides strategic, resolute advocacy aimed at achieving favorable results and holding government agencies accountable.