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John A. Nicelli is a highly experienced immigration attorney and the founder of the Law Office of John A. Nicelli in New York, New York. With a strong focus on immigration law, his law firm serves clients in the Greater New York City area, providing comprehensive legal assistance in various immigration matters. With over thirty years of experience, Mr. Nicelli has built an impressive track record in helping individuals achieve their immigration goals. He takes great pride in reuniting families, assisting clients in obtaining permanent residence, and guiding them through the process of becoming U.S. citizens. He has also represented numerous individuals in deportation and removal proceedings, successfully helping them obtain permanent residency in the United States. Mr. Nicelli's expertise in immigration law extends to a wide range of areas. He represents employers employers, U.S. citizens, and foreign nationals in all types of immigration-related matters. He possesses in depth knowledge of immigration laws and stays informed about important developments that may have affect his clients' cases. His practice includes handling immigrant and non-immigrant visa processing within the United States as well as at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. He has a strong success rate in representing clients before the U.S. Immigration Courts and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Mr. Nicelli earned his Bachelor of Arts from St. John's University in 1973 and obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Western State University in 1979. He is an active member of professional organizations such as the American Bar Association and the American Immigration Lawyers Association, demonstrating his commitment to staying current with legal standards and best practices in the field. Mr. Nicelli's personal heritage underscores his understanding of the importance of immigration and the experiences faced by individuals navigating  the immigration process. He approaches each client with honesty, integrity, and respect, striving to achieve positive outcomes on their behalf. His areas of expertise include employment-based immigration, family-based immigration, and immigration litigation. With a meticulous approach to legal solutions, Mr. Nicelli leaves no stone unturned in his efforts to help his clients navigate the complex world of immigration law. 

 

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Excellent immigration lawyer!

I was referred to Mr. John Nicelli by another attorney who, after reviewing my case, felt that its level of complication called for a lawyer who knew US immigration law as thoroughly as very few attorneys around and would give his client his honest opinion on where one stands. In addition to his brilliant mind, I found Attorney Nicelli an approachable, sympathetic person with a will to find a beneficial solution to my problem, provided there was any. During all the proceedings for my Green Card through employment, Mr. Nicelli and his team helped my sponsor/ employer better understand the process of sponsorship legal issues and go through all the steps consistently. In retrospect, I think I owe Attorney Nicelli and his paralegals the biggest credit for a positive outcome of my case. Six years later, I called back to ask for assistance with my citizenship application. Mr. Nicelli still remembered my case. I believe he cares and understands what is at stake for us, immigrants, when we choose this road. Thank you, Mr. Nicelli. I am deeply grateful. - Ewa K.

 

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Awesome lawyer!

Awesome lawyer, very knowledgeable, and knows how to navigate the legal system very well. - Dr. Mohammed A. 

 

★★★★★

John is one of the best attorneys in New York City

He has the best service. Whenever he takes any case, he makes it a success and makes his clients happy. I recommend each and every person who has an Immigration Issue. Please contact him, he will make your life better. - Md Saz

 

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Hard-working staff

John Nicelli's law firm is one of the best and most professional firms out there. The entire team has been very kind and professional to me and Monika one of the paralegals there is truly outstanding, she has been taking care of my case and answered any questions I had at anytime, literally I could call in whenever and I know she would have always been able to help me and understand the situation. They truly care about your case, if you're looking for a legal team to represent you for your immigration benefits, This is it!!!!! Thank you so much. - Paul D. 

 

★★★★★

Very professional and reliable

John and his team were very professional and reliable. John had helped with my citizenship, and it was speedy. His team were especially worth to mention, they are super friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend John's service. - Siralston Y.

 

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Thank you for all the help! 

Grateful to the lawyer John Nicelli for helping with my case and with the case of my 2 children. 100 percent recommended. - Jenny M. 

 

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Professional team

My case was particular and the whole process was very fast and professional. They made everything happen in no time and they know what they are doing! I was treated very well and kindly! I love the whole team and their professionalism!!

 

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Mr. Nicelli changed my life 

I was arrested on July 3, 1996 at the Texas Border. At the time the only language I understood was polish. I was released on a 5,000 dollar bond on July 4, 1996. When I was released I was not given any papers and took a bus to New York where my parents lived. I never went to immigration court and never knew I had to. After marrying in 2006 my husband contacted a lawyer who told me I had been deported and that he couldn't help me. We then went to a second lawyer who told me I had been deported and that he couldn't help me. We then went to a second lawyer who filed a family petition on my behalf. After it was approved he also told us there was nothing to do about the deportation order. Finally we met Mr. Nicelli who told us he would have to investigate what happened in Texas. Well thanks to his efforts he found my signature had been forged on the papers I was supposed to be given when I was released. He contacted a handwriting expert who provided a professional opinion that my signature forged. Based on this verifiable information Mr. Nicelli was able to have my deportation case reopened and filed for me to obtain my green card in the U.S. He went to court with me, and attended my interview at immigration with us. He is also wonderful and honestly I can't say enough about him. Mr. Nicelli you changed my life. I no longer live in fear. Thank you so much for everything. I have told all my friends with immigration problems to call you. - Dorota K. 

 

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Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! 

Thank you Mr. Nicelli, you saved my life. I have been working as a chef for more than fifteen years. My other lawyer filed three different sponsorship cases for me. All were denied. I lost more than twenty thousand dollars. Mr. Nicelli got my case approved and finally I am a permanent resident of the U.S. I am planning my vacation to Ecuador in late September. You're the best and most honest lawyer I have ever met. You saved mine and my family's life. There are no words good enough to express my gratitude. - Pedro S. 

 

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Thanks to Mr. Nicelli, I am free

I was in Binghamton, New York sitting in my car having lunch with two of my coworkers. The police stopped by and noticed my car had a cracked windshield. The police heard my coworkers and I were speaking Spanish and asked all of us for identification. The state trooper then called immigration, and the three of us were arrested. My friend Carlos was deported because he was previously stopped at the border. My other friend Juan and I were detained and released near Buffalo, New York. When I met with Mr. Nicelli, he told me he would have the court hearing transferred to New York. Not only did he change the court hearing to New York City, he stopped my deportation. I am now free and with my family. After I was in jail, I was certain I would be deported, but Mr. Nicelli stopped it. Thank you. - Danny G. 

 

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Life changing experience 

My wife was deported in 2003 after not attending her court hearing. She was required to go to immigration court in Virginia after being arrested at a Social Security office. In 2010 my wife and I moved to Pennsylvania from New York. In August 2013 immigration agents came to our house looking for my wife. When they learned she was eight months pregnant, they told her to report to their office the next day. Since I was also illegal, I got arrested. I was later released and called Mr. Nicelli. Believe it or not, I now have my green card. I still don't understand the magic Mr. Nicelli did, but I could tell you that the immigration judge was quite impressed. In a few years, I hope to become a U.S. citizen. Thanks to Mr. Nicelli, I could continue to raise my children. I expect my wife will have her green card very soon. I can't tell you how Mr. Nicelli has changed our lives. - Jan C. 

 

★★★★★

The best of the best 

I have lived in the U.S. since I was six years old. I became a green card holder through my father at the time of my entry. Unfortunately, I borrowed a friend's van in order to make a delivery of some construction material for a relative. Unknown to me, my friend kept drugs in his van. When I was walking away from the van after parking, two undercover cops stopped me and later searched the van. Apparently, my friend and his van had been under surveillance. Sure enough, drugs were found, and I was charged with possession. After my arrest, my friend, whom I had known for many years, disappeared. As a result, I was sentenced to two years in jail. After serving my time, I was sent to Immigration custody. My family retained Mr. Nicelli, who presented hundreds of pages of documents to the immigration judge. I also testified, as did my family members. Thanks to Mr. Nicelli, I'm still here. I was released from custody and still have my green card. If it wasn't for his vigorous defense of me, I'm certain I wouldn't be here today. I love Mr. Nicelli and love America.- Daren B. 

 

★★★★★

The Superman of immigration lawyers 

In April 2012, Mr. Nicelli represented a Honduran citizen who was arrested for gun possession at the age of sixteen. Since I had some gang affiliation, the criminal court judge sentenced me to eighteen months at a youth detention facility. At the time of my arrest, I was the in removal proceedings because I was stopped at the border while trying to enter the U.S. illegally. Upon my release, I finished high school and attended college. I volunteered my time at the church and obtained a steady job. After having a long and exhaustive hearing before an immigration judge, I was granted permanent residence by an immigration judge. Mr. Nicelli filed hundreds of pages of documents in support of the application for adjustment of status, convincing the judge to grant the application for adjustment of status. Since the case was so well documented, the U.S. immigration prosecutor did not appeal. I know someone in the same situation who had a different lawyer and was already deported. Thanks to the great efforts of Mr. Nicelli, I'm still here. I have my green card and a good job. Mr. Nicelli is truly the Superman of immigration lawyers. Thanks! - Selvin P. 

 

★★★★★

The best immigration lawyer

I was required to register with the U.S. immigration authorities after the World Trade Center attack. After registering, I was placed in removal proceedings. Fortunately, you convinced my boss to help me. I still can't believe how you postponed my court case until my sponsorship case was finished. Thanks to you I finally have my green card. I can't tell you how scared I was every time I went to court. Mr. Nicelli, however, gave me the courage to stand strong. I look at my green card almost daily and feel thankful for Mr. Nicelli. You're truly the best immigration lawyer. 

 

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Thank You 

Mr. Nicelli, I want to thank you for your exceptional care and attention to my case over the years. You truly are the kindest and the most professional person I know. Please accept this small token of appreciation for your hard work and your kindness towards me. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart.- E. 

 

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Thank You Very Much 

Although this card is rather small, the "thank you" isn't small at all... you will never know the depth of my appreciation for a representation that was above and beyond what I expected to receive. Thank you for your professionalism, your kindness, patience, and hard work through the whole process of my case. For comforting me when I was worried and always keeping me informed during the process. You did everything that you promised and more! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!! - E.P 

 

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Grateful to the whole staff 

I am grateful for your efforts and dedication to my case. It was quite a long process, and I could never think anyone would stay by my side for this long, but you were very generous regarding it. I am grateful to you and all your staff (especially the lovely Ana). You guys took all the stress and restored everything for me. Your faith, knowledge, and determination were something that solved my worries. Thank you! - J.C

 

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Thank you is not enough 

We want to thank you for all your hard work, effort, and time in our case. We know winning is not always easy, but we made it through, thanks to you! Thank you so much! Forever appreciated. - Family Vidal 

 

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Wonderful Staff

We want to thank  John Nicelli and his wonderful staff for  all they  have done for us! Big thank you to Ana for all her continuous help! -  Family Gerardo 

 

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You reunited our family 

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For reuniting our family. You and your team are great at what you do. We will forever be grateful. - Family S. 

 

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Sincere thanks 

John A Nicelli and team, I want to express my sincere thanks to you for all your help and support with my case. 

 

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Thank you to the whole staff 

John and staff, greetings from Poland. Thanks to all of you, I have been loving the time I spend with my family here in Poland. Also, I was able to see my aunt and my cousin in Warsaw. I'll be back in the USA soon. -I. 

 

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For your time, energy, and efforts 

We want to thank you and how special Mr. Nicelli and the paralegal Chelsea are to our family. We really appreciate your effort, time, and hard work you put into our case and didn't give up on us! We will always  be thankful & appreciate you! - Family Juarez

 

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Changed my life 

Mr. Nicelli, You and your office were incredibly generous in lending services without cost to Gleason's Give a Dream Inc. I just wanted to let you know how your kindness has changed my life. Because of your services I now have a social security number, state ID, and I can work. I can also get a driver's permit and license when I am ready. I was unable to obtain those in my life until now. Incidentally not many people would offer to help a stranger and most definitely not for free. Lack of these things kept me up at night and constantly concerned that I would have problems. Knowing my circumstances and what you are helping me with adds fuel to my fire, it pushes me and keeps me going. I want to continue training kids in the program for nothing in return but a smile. I must say thank you for the help you have given me. I also appreciate and value what you have done. You are helping me get closer to my goal in life. I can never repay you, even with all the money in the world I don't think that would be enough. - Paul A.