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Maria Mateo is Founding Attorney of Maria Mateo PC and has been practicing law since 2010. She received the Legal Master’s Degree from St. John’s University where she graduated with distinction.. Maria Mateo is Law Attorney licensed to practice law in the State of New York and admitted to Federal Courts in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the Supreme Court of the United States.. Mrs. Mateo has spent her legal career concentrating in complex litigation cases; she has significant experience in various areas of her law practice including Immigration and Matrimonial Law. She handles family and work petitions as well as family matters such as divorces, child custody, child support pre and postnuptial agreements.. Mrs. Mateo is known for quality legal services, clients and organizations have recognized her for her advocacy skills, professionalism, and reliability.. Due to her ability to deliver her work with excellence Mrs. Mateo was recognized as 10 best immigration lawyer’s of New York in 2017 by the American Institution of Legal Counsel. She was also recognized as a 100 Bumble Business Most Influential People in NYC in 2018. Recently, Ms. Mateo was recognized by the Consulate of the Dominican Republic in New York with the Duarte Honors, also by New York City council members Hon. Eric A. Ulrich, Hon. Fernando Cabrera,Hon. Carmen De La Rosa, and Assemblyman Michael A. Blake for her outstanding work in the field of law and for contributing positively to the Dominican diaspora in New York.. Mrs. Mateo has given extensive presentations and held conferences on how foreign lawyers can obtain their credentials, and how to succeed in a competitive business environment. She has also, lobbied in the United States Congress, advocating to protect due process at the border and demanding accountability from USCIS.. Mrs. Mateo is actively involved in volunteered work and she has assisted victims of domestic Violence working with the no-for profit organization Sanctuary for families and the Queens District Attorney’s Office. She has also assisted tenants in the Immigration Tenant Advocacy Project, provided legal representation for immigrants in the Catholic Migration Office and has successfully completed hundreds of cases for imprisoned Dominicans as part of her community outreach with the Consulate of The Dominican Republic in New York.. She is also a member of theNew York State, American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, Latino Bar Admissions, Queens Bar Admissions,Dominican Republic bar association.. As an attorney I assumed the compromise of defending my clients with fairness, honesty and zealously. I am an instrument of Justice and I am passionate about it.

Growing up in Newark, New Jersey, I witnessed first hand the disparate treatment of individuals based on their country of origin, race and station in life. Even before becoming an attorney, I wanted to ensure that the civil rights afforded under the United States Constitution to individuals and business entities were equally and readily available. In furtherance of this objective, I went to Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and studied the history, religion, languages and culture of many Native American peoples throughout North America as well as cultural anthropology.. Realizing that the study of law would further my objectives, in 1976 I enrolled at Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C., our nation's capital. While at Howard, I took a constitutional law course under the direction of Herbert Reid, a preeminent constitutional law professor and scholar, who was one of the junior lawyers in Brown v. Board of Education , the famous 1954 civil rights case that led to the nullification of the separate but equal doctrine that had precluded African Americans from attending desegregated schools. This course, together with other civil rights-related courses, prepared me for a 1978 summer clerkship with the Solicitor's Office - Division of Indian Affairs, at the United States Department of Interior in Washington, D.C.. Following a recommendation of the Deputy Solicitor for Indian Affairs, for my third year in law school I embarked on a special fellowship in Indian Law and Natural Resources Law at the University of New Mexico's National Indian Law Center and Natural Resources Law Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico.. With this educational background and resources, for the next two and one-half years I secured employment representing Indian tribes and individual Native Americans in Nebraska and Arizona. Throughout that time, I realized that to properly represent persons and business entities in pursuit of their civil rights, it was incumbent upon me to diversify my areas of practice to include business, family, and property law in order to fully assist these individuals and entities to realize their full citizenship rights, which for too long had been denied to them because of their country of origin, race and station in life. Thus, to broaden my practice areas, I have worked as a partner in large law firms and as a sole practitioner, representing clients in complex commercial, property and family law matters, while still remaining true to my civil rights practice.. In practicing law for over 30 years, I have become acutely aware that one of the most overlooked civil rights issue of our day is the manner in which our government views and treats non-immigrants and immigrants who seek to enter, visit and work in the United States and/or to become lawful permanent residents (holders of "greencards") and naturalized citizens of our country under the United States immigration laws. In furtherance of my initial civil rights objectives, I now primarily practice in the immigration law field to facilitate individuals and business entities to achieve their goal of becoming fully integrated into the U.S. community at large and to hire qualified employees of diverse national origins to accomplish their business aspirations.. I provide a full spectrum of legal services in the field of family and business-related immigration law. Unlike most other immigration law practitioners, I am able to complement the services rendered to my clients with the widespread legal experience that I have attained over the years, which has proven invaluable to my clients particularly when they are in need of ancillary services in the areas of business, corporate, family and real estate law to further their immigration law applications with the USCIS and U.S. consular offices.

Mercedes S. Cano is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano.  She has extensive experience in the area of immigration law, and more specifically in matters involving deportation, immigration petitions with criminal issues and criminal defense in both immigration and criminal courts.  She has represented immigrants abused by United States citizens or permanent legal residents.  Ms. Cano has successfully represented immigrants in immigration courts in and out of. New YorkState and before the Board of Immigration Appeals. Her practice advising immigrant communities helped her emerge as a practical and efficient business consultant for business negotiating leases, contracts, and the purchase and sale of corporations.. Community Service: In 1999, with funds from the Initiative for Public Interest at YaleUniversity, Ms. Cano formed a not-for-profit organization that provided her with her first immigration cases. After forming a community center in JacksonHeights, Queens, New York, she created an immigration clinic that helped over 1700 immigration families. The research and handling of these immigration cases gave rise to the immigration, criminal and family practice she fervently developed after leaving the community center.. She was published by the New York City Law Review, Volume Twelve, Fall 2008 in the collaborative article titled  “Public Interest Practice Section Notes from the Field: Challenges of Indigent Criminal Defense.”. Ms. Cano received her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature cum laude from Queens College and her Jurist Doctorate from CUNY School of Law.  In 2011 she became an Adjunct Professor at CUNY School of Law in a special project as a consultant to immigration and criminal defense attorney after a landmark decision (Padilla v. Kentucky) decision by U.S. Supreme Court requiring defense attorneys to advise their clients on immigration consequences. She has lectured attorneys through Continuing Legal Education lectures on immigration consequences in criminal and family courts, specifically to defense attorneys in the private bar and to Assigned counsel attorneys in the Bronx Family Court.  She has made presentations to business groups, churches, schools, hospitals and not-for- profit organizations on immigration, criminal and family issues.  She is the President of the Latino Lawyers Association of Queens County and a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), the Queens County Bar Association, the New York State Association of Criminal Defense, National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business, Count Me In/Make Mine a Million, National Association of Professional Women and Association of Trial Lawyers of America.

As an immigration attorney with over seven (7) years of experience, and an immigrant herself, Renée has a unique insight into U.S. immigration law that allows her to understand and identify with her clients’ perspectives.  Her extensive experience working with a diverse client base also renders her an expert in the areas of business and family immigration and nationality law.. Renée has guided both corporations and individuals from around the world through the complex U.S. immigration system. Specifically, Renée has helped individuals obtain nonimmigrant visas, green cards and citizenship.  She has also assisted large and small corporations in a variety of industries, including the Information Technology, Jewelry, Hospitality, Financial and Legal industries, in hiring foreign nationals by ensuring that their prospective employees successfully obtained various employment-based nonimmigrant visas and green cards.  Further, she has assisted corporations with their I-9 and Labor Condition Application compliance.  Due to her very diverse experience Renée is comfortable dealing with any business or family immigration or nationality issue.. Renée is admitted to practice law in the States of New York and New Jersey.  She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Fordham University in 2000 and her Juris Doctorate from New York Law School (NYLS) in 2006.  Renée also voluntarily performed additional hours of community service earning her the NYLS Public Service Certificate.. Renée remains connected to her community by being an active volunteer with many community outreach organizations and her local bar association.  Renée is a regular volunteer with New York Cares; CUNY Citizenship Now! Daily News Call In; CUNY Citizenship Now! Citizenship Day; AILA Citizenship Day; New York City Immigrant Advocacy (NYCIAI) TPS clinic; New York City Immigrant Advocacy (NYCIAI) Clinic.  In addition, Renee is a proud member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), AILA New York Chapter, AILA, New York Chapter Pro Bono Committee, New York County Lawyer’s Association (NYCLA) and NYCLA, Immigration and Nationality Committee.

At ARANDIA LAW FIRM we are dedicated in helping families, individuals, and businesses to navigate United States Immigration Law.. We can help you to adjust your status, obtain work permit, cancel your order of deportation and much more.

An immigrant himself, Nick  understands the challenges and the complexity of going through the US immigration process. He luckily got his work visa in weeks  and obtained his green-card after a year.. After passing the New York Bar in 2012, Nick has helped various clients all over the world obtain their respective US visas.. Nick is licensed to practice law in both jurisdictions of the Philippines and the State of New York.. Being an Industrial Engineer and in addition to his in-depth knowledge of US immigration, Nick uses his engineering skills to find practical solutions in his clients' US immigration concerns.

Prizant Law is boutique NYC immigration law firm specializing in family petitions, marriage-based green cards, LGBT visa processing, deportation defense, visas, green cards, naturalization, asylum, VAWA, waivers, family and business immigration.. Svetlana Prizant is the Managing Attorney of the firm and has personal experience in the immigration and naturalization process as an immigrant herself. Svetlana Prizant was honored with a Super Lawyer Award of 2020 and designated as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in the field of Immigration Law. In 2019, she was named one of the ten best attorneys in immigration law by The Legal Practice Magazine. In 2018 she was one of the Top Forty Under Forty Honorees by the American Society of Legal Advocates and received the client satisfaction award by the American Legal Counsel Institute.. Using legal experience combined with an understanding of the immigrant communities Mrs. Prizant represents, she has repeatedly obtained extraordinary results for her clients. Mrs. Prizant began her practice with the sole intent of providing one-to-one service to all her clients. Her interest in immigration law stems from her personal background as well as her belief in the essential role immigrants play and the positive contributions they make to American society. Having immigrated to the United States she has experienced first-hand all phases of the immigration and naturalization process.. While in private practice in the most densely immigrant-populated area of the United States, Queens, New York, Mrs. Prizant handled immigration matters ranging from tough criminal deportations, to political asylum, complex family petitions, appeals and motions to reopen as well as all business related immigration matters. As a New York immigration defense lawyer, she has worked with immigrants from all over the world, including Eastern Europe, (Russians, Ukrainians, Uzbekistanis, Georgians, Albanians); Latin America (Colombians, Ecuadorians, Dominicans, Mexicans, El Salvadorians, Hondurans, Guatemalans, etc.); the Middle East (Egyptians, Yemenis, etc.); The Caribbean, (Haitians, Trinidadians); and The Indian Subcontinent (Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshis). Defending immigrants from incredibly diverse backgrounds in the bustling melting pot that is New York City has sensitized Mrs. Prizant to the specific needs and the cultures of clients from all these regions. Mrs. Prizant is admitted in the New York Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, Second Department. She is also a weekly columnist for the Ladies’ World Magazine and Queens Ledger newspaper.. Mrs. Prizant obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Queens College and her Juris Doctor from the St. John’s University. As a law student, she gained practical experience at two competitive Clinics: Asylum and Refugee Rights Clinic and The Child Advocacy Clinic.

Kyce Siddiqi is a licensed immigration attorney, and a former (retired) NYPD Police Officer who served on behalf of the U.S. Department of State overseas.  He is also a first generation immigrant.. With over 20 years of combined international, legal and criminal justice experience, Attorney Siddiqi is committed to provide each client with highly professional, personalized and responsiveness representation.. We take a personal approach with our clients. We get to know you, answer your phone calls and e-mails promptly and treat you like an individual - and not like a number. Your case will NOT be handled by a paralegal or a "document preparation" company. Rather, your case will be handled by a licensed immigration lawyer who is a proud and active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and who served on behalf of the U.S. Department of State overseas for numerous years. Available 7 days a week including nights. Our office is located in Floral Park walking distance from the Floral Park LIRR train station.  Handling:

Inara Khashmati is an accomplished attorney with a Master’s Degree from Touro Law Center in Long Island, New York, following her graduation from Girne American University in Cyprus. She has been practicing law in New York State since 2011 and has over 11 years of experience in immigration and real estate matters. As a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Ms. Khashmati has earned recognition as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for four years running from 2018 to 2021. Beyond her legal acumen, she brings a multicultural perspective to her work, being fluent in both Russian and Turkish.

Raisa Cohen is a retired Immigration Judge with nearly a decade of experience presiding over cases at the New York Federal Plaza Immigration Court. Throughout her tenure on the bench, she handled a wide range of complex immigration matters, including removal proceedings, bond hearings, national security cases, and issues involving human rights violations. Her judicial career is marked by a deep commitment to fairness, integrity, and respect for every individual who appeared before her.. Before becoming a judge, Raisa served as Assistant Chief Counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, where she gained invaluable experience advocating in immigration courts. She also has a background in private practice, which, combined with her judicial and prosecutorial roles, gives her a comprehensive understanding of the immigration process from every angle.. Raisa's journey as an immigrant from Uzbekistan inspired her to dedicate her career to immigration law. She understands firsthand the challenges faced by immigrants and uses her unique perspective to craft effective and compassionate legal solutions for her clients.. Now in private practice, Raisa continues to leverage her extensive knowledge and experience to assist individuals and families navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration law. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, passion for justice, and dedication to her clients, Raisa Cohen is a trusted advocate who strives to make a meaningful difference in every case she takes on.

I treat my clients like my own family.  I treat every case as if it were my own family's case, and give every client individual and personal attention.. Acessibilty and comunication are the most important part of your relationship with your attorney, and I strive to give every client the attention they deserve and request.. We use MyCase so that you our client can see in real-time 24 hours per day the latest updates on your case.  You will see your schedule, attorney and firm notes, documents, and secure encrypted communication from our firm to you.  This is a state of the art system, and we bring it to you as part of our focus on excellent service.. I know you will find our staff friendly and helpful, and we look forward to getting to know you and working with you.

Abed Ayoub is a distinguished attorney with many years of public service.  His commitment to the well-being of his clients has earned him national praise and accolades.  With a focus on immigration law and policy, Abed has worked with many diverse communities and individuals.. His personal approach to the law makes the complex immigration process very simple and stress-free.  Abed is dedicated to ensuring that all immigrants are protected and informed with accurate information about their case.. Abed has experience in asylum law, family-based immigration, business/investment opportunities, and visa procedures.  Abed has experience working directly with many government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Immigration and Citizenship Services (USCIS), and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), among others.

Miguel Serrano is a lawyer located in Arlington, Virginia, and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.. We handle all types of civil litigation, including medical malpractice, personal injury, business disputes and contracts.. We also practice in the immigration arena: working with businesses, organizations, athletes, and individuals seeking, for example, P-visas for athletes, performers, and artists, an H-1B visa, an L-1A visa for intracompany transferees as executives or managers, an E-1 and E-2, and an O-1 for extraordinary ability. We also represent individuals seeking permanent residency based on marriage to a U.S. citizen.. Miguel Serrano earned a B.S. from the University of Florida in 1986 and a Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts in 1992.

Elizabeth “Liz” Carlson has experience in both humanitarian and business immigration matters. She focuses her practice on asylum and other forms of humanitarian relief, waivers of inadmissibility, immigration consequences of criminal convictions, family based immigration, and naturalization. Liz represents clients facing deportation from the United States before the U.S. immigration courts and assists individuals seeking appellate review before the Board of Immigration Appeals and federal courts. Her advocacy skills are particularly suited to representing foreign nationals who seek lawful permanent residency based on their qualifications which benefit the national interest of the United States. She also assists individuals of extraordinary ability in applying for permanent status in the United States.. Liz’s breadth of knowledge in her particular expertise and her steady resolve are especially helpful to clients with complex matters, including those facing immigration consequences of criminal convictions and those who have suffered persecution in their home countries. Her sensitivity toward clients seeking asylum, especially those from the LGBT community, empowers them to work closely with her to achieve their goals of obtaining protection and permanent status in the United States.

I am a dedicated immigration attorney, focused primarily on business/employment-based immigration. Prior to pursuing my passion in immigration law, I worked as a commercial litigator, where I had the opportunity to enhance my research and advocacy skills. While I focus my practice primarily on business immigration (EB-1-1, EB-2 NIW, O-1, PERM cases), I also work with family-based cases (family-based I-130s, J-waivers, I-601A waivers) and asylum matters. I strongly believe in providing empathetic legal advice to each client, and in evaluating each issue on a case-by-case basis.

Joy has been practicing immigration law exclusively since 2007. On the family side, she represents couples in consular processing and adjustment applications based on marriage and other family-based petitions. She is particularly known for her representation of G-4 and A-1/2 visa holders in marriage-based cases. Joy has been a leading figure counseling bi-national LGBT couples on legal options to remain together in the United States before the fall of DOMA, to filing hundreds of marriage-based adjustment applications post-DOMA. She has a successful track record securing marriage-based permanent residency where both spouses are transgender, even pre-DOMA. Her practice also focuses on parent-child sponsorships, both adjusting status and consular processing. Joy specializes in removal of conditions for conditional residents as well as naturalization.. Prior to practicing immigration, Joy gained experience in employment, civil rights, and product liability class action litigation at California-based law firms and was originally barred in California.. Joy is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

The Virginia Law Center for Immigration and Citizenship, PLLC focuses its services on providing customized immigration solutions to individuals, families, and businesses.  It is our mission to provide quality, efficient, and cost-effective legal services to our clients.  We understand that immigration is a constantly changing field, and we therefore make it our priority to stay at the forefront of all new developments and policies.. Clients can trust that our firm will do everything in its power to get the best possible ruling on their case. We pay attention to detail so that each case runs smoothly and clients have every ability to succeed in defending and legalizing their immigration status. We do this by providing attentive and personalized service to each client around the clock.  All calls and emails are responded to in the same business day, and after hour services are also available as well via our website’s live chatting feature from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Monday-Friday. Questions can be submitted during this time via live chat, and answers will be provided by 9:00 pm the same day.  With offices located in both Reston, VA and Arlington, VA, the firm is conveniently accessible throughout Northern Virginia.  Custom communication alternatives are also available to our International clientele.

Serge Bauer is a founding member of Serge Bauer, P.C with over 20 years of experience of providing immigration services to clients world-wide.  He is admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia, New York State, and New Jersey.  He is also certified to practice law with the U.S. Court of Appeals, the Federal Circuit Court, the U.S. Tax Court, and the U.S. Court of International Trade.  He is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and he was selected by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the top immigration lawyers in Washington, D.C., "Big Guns: Washington’s Top 800 Lawyers."