About Runwrk Law Group

Fifteen-plus years of steady, client-first legal representation in Meridian City.

Our Story

Founded in 2008, Built on Trust

Runwrk Law Group was founded in 2008 by attorney Margaret Whitfield, who opened a small immigration practice out of a single office above a Meridian City bakery. What started as a one-attorney firm handling green card applications for local families has grown into a full-service practice covering immigration, family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning.

Through that growth, the founding principle hasn't changed: clients deserve lawyers who explain things plainly, return phone calls, and treat their problems as urgent. Today our attorneys and staff serve hundreds of clients across Meridian County each year, but we've deliberately stayed small enough that no client becomes a file number.

Our Mission

Clear Advice. Honest Effort. Real Outcomes.

Our mission is to make quality legal representation approachable — to sit down with clients, listen to what's actually happening in their lives, and build a legal strategy around it. We believe clients make better decisions when they understand their options, so we prioritize plain-language communication over legal jargon at every stage of a case.

We also believe access matters. That's why we offer free initial consultations across all five of our practice areas and work to keep clients informed at every step, from intake through resolution.

Meet the Team

Our Attorneys

Experienced counsel across every practice area we serve.

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Margaret A. Whitfield

Founding Partner · Immigration Law

Margaret founded the firm in 2008 and has guided thousands of clients through the U.S. immigration system, from family-based petitions to complex removal defense cases. She is known for her calm, methodical approach to even the most stressful filings.

J.D., Meridian State University School of Law
B.A., Political Science, Coastal University
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David C. Nakamura

Partner · Family Law

David leads the firm's family law practice, handling divorce, custody, and support matters. He focuses on resolving cases efficiently through negotiation where possible, while preparing every case as if it will go to trial.

J.D., Harmon University College of Law
B.S., Psychology, Meridian State University
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Sofia R. Alvarez

Partner · Personal Injury

Sofia represents clients injured in car accidents, workplace incidents, and premises liability cases. She has recovered settlements and verdicts for clients across Meridian County and is a frequent speaker on injury claim negotiation.

J.D., Lattimer School of Law
B.A., Economics, Northfield College
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James T. Okafor

Senior Associate · Criminal Defense

James defends clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges throughout Meridian County. A former public defender, he brings courtroom-tested experience and a direct, no-surprises approach to every case he handles.

J.D., Meridian State University School of Law
B.A., Criminal Justice, Riverton University
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Helena M. Voss

Senior Associate · Estate Planning

Helena helps individuals and families plan for the future through wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. She takes an unhurried, detail-oriented approach to make sure every plan reflects each client's specific wishes.

J.D., Harmon University College of Law
B.A., English, Coastal University

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