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If you need a New York City immigration lawyer, Lightman Law Firm is ready to assist you. We understand the complex nature of immigration law and help individuals achieve their goals of living, working, and pursuing happiness in the United States. Additionally, we help domestic and foreign businesses of all sizes navigate the confusing world of U.S. immigration law to make any type of transition in the United States go as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

The firm focuses on all aspects of US immigration law, including green cards, work visas, immigrant visas, deportation and removal defense, asylum, naturalization, and many other immigration matters. Our team of immigration lawyers has over three decades of experience in the immigration field. Lawyers at our firm speak Spanish, Russian, French, and Hebrew. When you work with our firm, you will know you are in the hands of a highly experienced legal team ready to work hard for your cause.

Our Firm's Principles

Lightman Law Firm was founded on the principle that open and frequent communication, mixed with highly personalized and honest service provided at reasonable fees, should be the standard, not the exception. When you partner with our firm, you receive:

  • Open Communication -

    We maintain open communication with our clients and provide constant updates throughout the process.

  • Honesty & Integrity +

    Immigration law can have a profound impact on one’s life – that impact should not be negative. We will honestly assess your case and determine the best path forward.

  • Modern Technology +

    We use modern technology to increase efficiency and client satisfaction.

  • Aggressiveness & Creative Solutions +

    We will provide you with aggressive and creative legal options. Your success is our success

  • Affordability +

    We offer the highest level of service at competitive rates. We’re affordable and available to all facing immigration matters.

  • High Quality +

    Like any great craftsman, we take pride in what we do. We provide our clients with the high-quality legal services they deserve.

  • Respectfulness +

    We treat each of our clients with respect, something that is too often forgotten by many attorneys.

  • Promptness +

    We focus on prompt and efficient completion of all client work. Your case will not reach our “back burner.”

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Work &
Employment Visas

The Lightman Law Firm has significant experience helping businesses and individuals handle the confusing maze of employment immigration. Whether you are a business owner or potential employee of an American company, a New York City immigration lawyer at our firm has the skill and legal acumen needed to help ensure you reach your goals.

Green Cards & Naturalization

Becoming a United States Citizen is a fantastic journey. At The Lightman Law Firm, we have helped many just like you through each step of the legal process. Whether you are here through marriage or need to change your status, we are honored to assist you.

Deporation Defense & Asylum

When immigration and deportation issues arise, having the right team on your side can make all the difference. It is important to work with a New York City immigration lawyer that has significant experience developing creative and effective solutions to some of the toughest cases in immigration.

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