Dedicated Immigration Attorneys Serving Clients Across New York

New York is home to one of the largest immigrant populations in the United States. From the diverse neighborhoods of Queens and the Bronx to smaller communities upstate near Buffalo and Batavia, immigrants contribute to the culture, economy, and growth of the state. At the same time, New York has multiple immigration courts, ICE detention facilities, and a wide range of legal challenges that make experienced representation essential.

At Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez, we provide comprehensive immigration services for individuals, families, and businesses across New York. Whether you are detained in Batavia, applying for a green card in Manhattan, or seeking asylum in Queens, our attorneys are ready to guide you through the immigration process and protect your rights.

Immigration Challenges in New York

New York’s size, population, and global reputation make it a hub for immigration cases. Families and individuals come from every part of the world to live, work, and study here. At the same time, New York’s immigration courts are among the busiest in the country, and detention centers in Buffalo and Batavia house individuals awaiting hearings.

Common immigration challenges in New York include:

• Detention defense at ICE facilities in Batavia and Buffalo: Detainees often face quick timelines for bond hearings and removal proceedings.
• Deportation cases in New York City immigration courts: Thousands of cases are heard annually in courts located in Manhattan and other boroughs.
• Asylum applications and credible fear interviews: Many New York residents and new arrivals apply for asylum to escape persecution in their home countries.
• Green card and adjustment of status filings: Families and workers in New York often pursue permanent residency through sponsorships or employment opportunities.
• Citizenship and naturalization: From paperwork to interview preparation, the process can present obstacles without skilled guidance.
• DACA renewals for Dreamers: Thousands of young immigrants in New York depend on DACA protections.
• Employment-based immigration: Businesses in New York’s financial, healthcare, tech, and service industries often require assistance with visas and labor certification.
• Waivers of inadmissibility: Many families face barriers due to unlawful presence or past immigration violations, requiring hardship waivers.

Our attorneys have represented clients in all of these matters and more. With a presence in both detention-heavy upstate areas and New York City’s metro courts, we are prepared to act quickly and effectively for clients throughout the state.

Immigration Services We Provide in New York

Our firm offers a full range of immigration services to meet the needs of New York residents, detained individuals, and families nationwide with cases connected to the state. Whether you are seeking asylum, applying for a green card, or fighting deportation in Batavia, our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to protect your rights.

Asylum

New York is one of the nation’s most common destinations for asylum seekers. With immigration courts in New York City and detention centers in Batavia and Buffalo, thousands of individuals apply for asylum each year. We help clients prepare and file asylum applications, guide them through credible fear interviews, and present strong arguments before immigration judges. If claims are denied, we also represent clients in appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) and, when necessary, federal courts.

Citizenship and Naturalization

For many New Yorkers, becoming a U.S. citizen represents the completion of a long immigration journey. We guide clients through the N-400 naturalization process and assist with gathering documentation, and prepare them for the civics and English tests. We also address complications such as criminal records, immigration violations, or questions about good moral character, ensuring clients have the strongest chance of approval.

DACA

New York is home to tens of thousands of Dreamers who rely on DACA for work authorization and protection from deportation. Our attorneys file new applications, manage renewals, and create long-term legal strategies for those who may qualify for more permanent forms of relief, such as adjustment of status or family-based petitions.

Criminal Defense for Immigrants

Criminal charges in New York can quickly place immigrants at risk of detention or deportation. Our attorneys defend clients in both criminal courts and immigration courts, working to minimize the immigration consequences of criminal charges. By coordinating both legal strategies, we protect clients from outcomes that could jeopardize their status.

Deportation and Removal Defense

New York’s immigration courts are among the busiest in the country, with thousands of deportation cases processed each year. We represent clients in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Newburgh, and Batavia, challenging deportation orders and pursuing relief such as asylum, cancellation of removal, or adjustment of status. Our attorneys understand the urgency of removal cases and act quickly to protect our clients’ rights.

Employment Immigration

New York’s economy depends heavily on immigrant labor in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, and hospitality. We assist both businesses and workers with H-1B visas, PERM labor certification, and employment-based green card applications. By ensuring compliance with labor laws and immigration requirements, we help employers attract and retain international talent.

Green Cards and Permanent Resident Cards

Obtaining a green card allows immigrants to live and work permanently in the United States. We help New York residents with family-based sponsorships, marriage-based petitions, and employment-based applications. Our attorneys also handle adjustment of status for those already in the U.S. and consular processing for applicants abroad.

ICE Detention Defense

Detention cases in New York demand immediate action. Facilities in Batavia and Buffalo hold immigrants from across the region and beyond. We represent detainees at bond hearings, file motions for release, and fight deportation while individuals remain in custody. Our familiarity with these facilities allows us to act quickly and effectively in urgent cases.

Immigration Appeals

A denied application or petition does not always mean the case is over. We represent clients in appeals before the BIA and federal courts, identifying legal errors and presenting strong arguments for reversal. Appeals require precision and experience, and our attorneys bring both to every case.

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)

Children in New York who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned may qualify for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). We work closely with families, guardians, and state courts to obtain the necessary findings that establish eligibility, then guide minors through the immigration process to secure lawful permanent residency.

Visas and Waivers of Inadmissibility

Many immigrants face barriers such as prior unlawful presence, past deportations, or criminal records. These issues often make them “inadmissible” under U.S. law. Our attorneys prepare hardship waivers designed to overcome these barriers while also assisting with family and employment visa applications. We craft detailed, evidence-based petitions that maximize the chances of approval.

Where We Serve Clients in New York

Our attorneys represent clients across New York, focusing on both metro areas and detention-heavy regions.

• Buffalo Immigration Lawyers: Buffalo is home to ICE operations and immigration courts that handle a significant number of cases. We represent individuals in detention and families living in the region.
• Batavia Immigration Lawyers: The Batavia ICE Processing Center is one of the state’s largest detention facilities. Our attorneys provide urgent representation here, appearing in bond hearings and removal proceedings.
• Flushing (Queens) Immigration Lawyers: Flushing has one of the most diverse immigrant populations in the country. We provide full-service representation for families, workers, and asylum seekers in this community.
• The Bronx Immigration Lawyers: We represent clients in deportation defense, family petitions, and citizenship applications in the Bronx, where immigrant families form a vital part of the community.
• Manhattan Immigration Lawyers: As the center of New York’s immigration courts, Manhattan is a frequent location for deportation and asylum cases. We assist residents with family-based petitions, green cards, and removal defense.
• Newburgh Immigration Lawyers: Located in the Hudson Valley, Newburgh is home to immigrant families who rely on skilled representation for visas, green cards, and deportation defense.

Whether you are detained in upstate New York or living in the New York City metro area, our immigration attorneys are ready to take action and provide strong advocacy.

Why New York Clients Choose Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez

Immigration law in New York is both fast-moving and complex. With crowded dockets in New York City immigration courts and urgent detention cases in facilities like Batavia, immigrants and their families face legal challenges that demand immediate and knowledgeable action. Clients turn to Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez because our firm combines local experience with nationwide reach, providing strong advocacy in both emergencies and long-term immigration planning.

• Extensive detention defense experience in Batavia and Buffalo: Our attorneys represent clients held in upstate New York detention centers, where timelines are short and the stakes are high. We fight for release at bond hearings, challenge detention when it is unlawful, and defend against deportation, keeping families together while cases proceed.
• Representation in New York City courts and communities: We handle immigration matters in Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Newburgh, offering comprehensive support in one of the busiest immigration regions in the country. Our attorneys understand the challenges local families face and provide the guidance they need to move cases forward.
• Bilingual legal services in English and Spanish: New York is one of the most linguistically diverse states in the nation. We ensure that immigrant families have access to legal services in their preferred language, making every step of the process clear and accessible.
• Full-service immigration representation: From asylum and SIJS petitions to employment visas, green cards, and federal appeals, we manage every aspect of immigration law. Clients trust us because we handle complex cases under one roof.
• Decades of combined experience: Our team has represented thousands of immigrants nationwide, and we bring that knowledge to every New York case, tailoring strategies to succeed in both local courts and detention facilities.

Contact Our New York Immigration Lawyers Today

Immigration cases in New York can move quickly and require skilled legal strategy. Detention hearings in Batavia and Buffalo are scheduled within days, while crowded courts in Manhattan and Queens demand strong advocacy to secure favorable outcomes. Whether you are applying for a visa, pursuing citizenship, or fighting deportation, the right legal team can make the difference.

At Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez, we are ready to take immediate action. Our attorneys represent clients in Buffalo, Batavia, Flushing (Queens), the Bronx, Manhattan, Newburgh, and across New York. We provide the guidance, advocacy, and urgency that families need when their futures are on the line.

Call Bartell, Georgalas & Juarez today or connect with us online to schedule a consultation with an experienced New York immigration lawyer.