Consultant
At Marigold Law Center in greater Washington D.C., Andrew Lorenzen-Strait’s legal practice is centered on specializing in immigration law. He is a paragon of service, integrity, and servant leadership, qualities he champions as a consultant in Davidsonville, Maryland. His enduring legacy is characterized by generosity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others, serving as a beacon for future generations.
Andrew's career has been marked by his exceptional integrity and meticulousness. He has significantly impacted child welfare, family law, government service, and migration management. His career trajectory showcases his rigorous academic discipline, exemplary leadership, and unique ability to unite diverse groups.
Professional Expertise
In the past two decades, Lorenzen has thrived in leadership roles within both governmental and non-profit settings. He has expertly managed large-scale migration and emergency response projects, a testament to his sharp analytical abilities and quick decision-making skills in critical situations.
Strait's educational background is substantial, including a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California at Irvine and a Juris Doctorate focused on Child Advocacy from Whittier Law School. His post-JD achievements at the National Defense University and the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown underscore his expertise.
Career Milestones
Andrew Lorenzen-Strait's credentials have led him to significant roles, such as serving on the Biden-Harris Presidential Transition Team in 2020. With bar privileges in Maryland and before the U.S. Supreme Court, he has contributed profoundly to homeland security, health, and human services sectors. His journey also includes a tenure as a Presidential Management Fellow in 2003 under the Bush-Cheney Administration and significant roles within the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, including a U.S. Senate fellowship under Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan.
Lorenzen's legal and humanitarian efforts continue enhancing lives across Maryland and beyond, identifying innovative solutions to complex social services and public policy challenges.
Community Involvement
Strait's passion for community service is evidenced by his pro bono work as a legal aid attorney and as a Maryland Court-Appointed Special Advocate for nonverbal and LGBTQ youth. His dedication was recognized when he was named Maryland's Pro Bono Attorney of the Year in 2007. He also serves as a mentor for Midshipmen at the United States Naval Academy and as an Election Judge in Maryland, upholding values of integrity and fairness.
His interest in history is reflected in his role as a tour guide at Arlington House at Arlington National Cemetery, a passion influenced by his father, a former police chief in Southern California.
Hobbies and Voluntary Work
Beyond his professional and community engagements, Andrew Lorenzen-Strait dedicates time to hobbies and voluntary work focused on child welfare, service, and history. He volunteers as a Park Ranger at the National Park Service, Arlington Cemetery, and House and mentors children at the Northern Virginia Aids Ministry. His early experience as an intern in the Office of the First Lady reignited his passion for history, leading him to become a historical tour guide. He also serves on the board of Courageous Hearts Adoptions in Greenville, Indiana, where he adopted his three children, demonstrating his deep commitment to child welfare.