NYC Immigration Attorney
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PPID is a New York Immigration law firm representing clients for more than 60 years. We’ve helped thousands of families and individuals with Green Cards, Removal Defense, Work Visas, US Citizenship, & more. A New York City immigration lawyer from our firm can assist you with your immigration challenge.
Exceptional Legal Service in Your Language
We speak Spanish, Chinese, Bulgarian, Russian, Hindi, Punjabi, and more. We go above and beyond to make sure that language is never a barrier between us and our clients.
Our NYC Immigration law attorneys provide online and face-to-face legal consultations. Establishing a relationship and clearly understanding your needs is a critical first step toward success.
New York Immigration Law Services Available to You
The dedicated immigration team at Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco is proud to have long been serving clients in New York and around the world with help reaching their immigration goals. We support a broad spectrum of immigration law-related matters, bringing over a century of combined experience to the table.
Permanent & Temporary Workers
A compassionate immigration attorney from our law firm can help you with the following services:
- Family-Based Immigration. Family-based green cards are some of the most commonly pursued options to secure lawful permanent residency in New York. We can help bring your loved one to New York through consular processing or assist you with an adjustment of status if you are already based in the country. We can also assist in reviewing your family member’s entire immigration history to determine eligibility to adjust status in the U.S. instead of going abroad or if any waivers are needed.
- Employment-Based Immigration. Certain skilled and unskilled workers can qualify to live and work in the United States on a temporary or permanent basis. Depending on your skills and educational background, as well as your occupational and immigration goals, we can help you pursue and secure a pathway that fits your needs.
- Humanitarian-Based Immigration. If you are an undocumented individual living in New York who had to leave your origin country due to fear of persecution, our legal team can help you apply for asylum. We can also assist those located outside of the country with working toward refugee status recognition so that they can legally enter the country and then apply to be a permanent resident.
- Nonimmigrant Visas. Individuals may be eager to come from all over the world to study, travel, conduct business, attend an event, and achieve other objectives without the need to stay permanently. For such cases, an attorney from our firm can help you with the nonimmigrant visa application process.
- Criminal Defense. Being charged with a crime or even arrested can threaten your current or future immigration status, as well as your physical presence in the country. An immigration lawyer can ensure that your rights are protected and help work toward criminal defense outcomes that minimize the negative consequences on your immigration status.
- Deportation and Removal Defense. A fierce litigator from our firm can represent you in immigration court, leveraging various legal strategies to help you stay in the United States. If you or a loved one are currently being detained by immigration authorities, they can fight to have you or your loved one released on bond and try to negotiate bond rates as well.
The devoted immigration team at Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco is here to help you pursue your own version of the American dream right here in New York. Whether that means defending you from deportation or finding the most efficient option to pursue lawful permanent residency, we provide a rich breadth of immigration services to meet your needs. From our compassionate, client-centered approach to our detail-oriented, strategic processes, we garner client satisfaction from start to finish.
Get answers to your Immigration law questions:
- How much does it cost to hire an Immigration Attorney in NYC?
- Do I qualify for a Visa?
- How can a lawyer help me fight deportation?
- What are the grounds for deportation in New York?
- Can I seek Asylum in the United States?
- Can I apply for Temporary Work Authorization?
A Legacy of Language – PPID was founded on Immigration Law
At PPID, you’re not just getting legal help – you’re getting a team that values inclusivity and is committed to giving you a customized experience, no matter what language you speak.
Founder, Arthur Pollack, was born in Yonkers, NY but moved to Germany as a young child. Luckily, he escaped Nazi Germany in the 1930s, returning to America where he subsequently served the U.S. in World War II; first as a paratrooper, and after the war, as a translator at the Nuremberg Trials. He was particularly well-suited for this role as he had a natural gift for languages, eventually becoming fluent in 13 different tongues. Following his graduation from law school provided by the G.I. Bil, Mr. Pollack founded a law firm specializing in U.S. immigration law.
Arthur’s son, Conrad Pollack, graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 1985 and joined his father’s firm. While both father and son looked forward to working together, unforeseen circumstances caused their time to be cut short. Arthur Pollack passed away, leaving Conrad in charge of the firm at the young age of 26 years old.
Under Conrad’s management, the firm rapidly expanded. He was quickly joined by renowned litigator Brian J. Isaac (head of the appellate department) and Fred A. DeCicco (head of Real Estate / commercial law department), and together they officially established Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP.
Our unparalleled expertise, unwavering commitment to client success, and a reputation built on decades of excellence set us apart from other law firms.
With well over 100 years of collective legal expertise at PPID, our seasoned attorneys have the in-depth knowledge required to tackle the most intricate legal challenges. Our unwavering dedication to putting clients first, coupled with personalized attention and customized solutions, ensures a truly exceptional experience. Trust in our commitment to excellence, integrity, and professionalism, as we work together to pursue optimal outcomes for every client we serve.
FAQs
Whether you should hire a NYC immigration lawyer depends on your existing knowledge and experience with immigration law, the urgency of your case, the complexity of your situation and prior immigration history, and other specific details associated with your case. It is generally recommended to work with a New York immigration lawyer, as they can protect your right , help you avoid unforeseen negative consequences, and assist you in choosing an optimal immigration pathway that saves you time and resources in the long run.
The two main visa types for traveling to New York and the United States are immigrant (permanent) visas and nonimmigrant (temporary) visas. Immigrant visas are for individuals who are looking to work and live long-term in New York. These visas lead to permanent resident status. Nonimmigrant visas are for individuals who want to study, work, travel, or pursue other temporary objectives in the United States.
No, it is not a requirement to have an immigration lawyer in order to get a green card to live and work in New York permanently. However, because the green card application is complex, it is recommended to have an immigration lawyer support you throughout the process. They can take into account the details of your case and your specific immigration goals to help you pursue an immigration pathway that is the most optimal and efficient depending on your circumstances and goals..
The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer in New York depends on various factors, including the nature and complexity of your case, the reputation and location of the law firm, and the knowledge and experience of the legal representative. While some immigration applications may involve a flat fee, complex immigration cases can result in much higher legal costs. Therefore, it’s critical to work with an attorney who is transparent about their rates and communicates exactly which services are included in any flat fees.
Depending on the circumstances of your case, an NY immigration lawyer can help you navigate the naturalization process to obtain US citizenship. They can take into account all factors relevant to your case, including your criminal history, your immigration history, your registration in New York, and the amount of time you have been physically present in the US with your green card.
By ensuring that you meet all criteria for US citizenship and that your paperwork is adequately submitted, they can optimize your chances of efficiently obtaining your US citizenship.
Reach Out to an Immigration Lawyer From Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco Today
Whether you are considering coming to New York to work temporarily or are a green card holder who is interested in pursuing US citizenship, the compassionate immigration team at Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco can help you reach your immigration goals.
We take the time to understand your ideal case outcome, gather evidence, and evaluate your case to help guide you toward an optimal immigration or defense pathway. Start working with an NY immigration lawyer from our firm today to get the case outcomes you need.
The PPID Immigration Team
Conrad E Pollack, Esq.
Managing Partner
Nelson A. Madrid, Esq.
Partner
Alexandra D. Bondikov, Esq.
Senior Attorney
Shelby R. Hoffman, Esq
Attorney
Yi Zhao, Esq.
Senior Attorney
Karn Sharma, Esq.
Attorney
Kenneth Law, Esq.
Attorney
Allen Kaye (1954-2024)
Of Counsel
Robert Shannon, Esq.
Of Counsel