Monique Kornfeld - Newton, MA

Strategic Immigration Counsel for Professionals, Scholars, and Families

Navigating the United States immigration system requires meticulous preparation and in-depth statutory knowledge. Located on Wells Avenue in Newton, Massachusetts, the Law Office of Monique Kornfeld delivers premier counsel across United States immigration law. Established in 1995 following her graduation from Boston College Law School, Attorney Monique Kornfeld has earned widespread acclaim for guiding high-tech enterprises, academic institutions, and foreign nationals through complex visa regulations. Whether a company seeks to hire an attorney to sponsor key talent or an individual must consult a lawyer regarding legal permanent residency, the firm delivers tailored strategies that maximize prospects for approval.

Employment-Based Immigrant Visas and Extraordinary Ability Petitions

Corporate human resources teams and distinguished professionals routinely rely on Monique Kornfeld for employment immigration pathways. The practice excels in preparing immigrant petitions for individuals of extraordinary ability under EB-1A, outstanding researchers and professors under EB-1B, and multinational managers under EB-1C. In addition, Attorney Kornfeld has substantial focus in securing National Interest Waivers (EB-2 NIW) for innovative scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs whose work substantially benefits the United States. For employers navigating permanent recruitment, the firm handles the Department of Labor PERM labor certification process, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage guidelines and recruitment protocols to avoid audits.

Temporary Work Visas and Nonimmigrant Classifications

Securing work authorization quickly is essential in today's global economy. The firm represents corporate sponsors and candidates seeking business and work visa options, including H-1B specialty occupation visas, L-1 intra-company transfers, O-1 visas for individuals with extraordinary achievements, and TN status under USMCA. Understanding that maintaining nonimmigrant status is paramount to future green card eligibility, Attorney Kornfeld assists foreign students on F-1 visas and scholars on J-1 visas with status changes, OPT compliance, and J-1 home country presence waivers.

Family-Based Immigration, Green Cards, and Citizenship

Uniting families across international borders is a core pillar of the practice. Attorney Kornfeld advises United States citizens and permanent residents petitioning for spouses, children, parents, and siblings through family immigration procedures. Her office provides attentive representation for adjustment of status and consular processing overseas, managing Form I-130 petitions, affidavits of support, and unlawful presence waivers. When clients reach naturalization eligibility, the firm facilitates citizenship applications through Form N-400 with comprehensive interview preparation.

Humanitarian Relief, Asylum, and Removal Defense

When individuals face critical immigration crises, having steadfast advocacy is vital. The Law Office of Monique Kornfeld represents clients seeking affirmative asylum, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). In contentious matters where foreign nationals face deportation defense proceedings before immigration courts or the Board of Immigration Appeals, the firm presents vigorous defenses to protect clients against removal.

Why Clients Choose Monique Kornfeld

• Thirty Years of Devoted Experience: Practicing immigration law in Massachusetts since 1995 with deep agency insight.
• Recognized Legal Excellence: Named to Boston Magazine Top Lawyers and recognized among Massachusetts Super Lawyers.
• Academic and Corporate Reach: Trusted by leading universities, research laboratories, and innovators throughout MetroWest Boston.
• Direct Attorney Access: Personalized legal management from initial evaluation through case adjudication without delegation to junior staff.

If your organization needs to find a lawyer for complex visa petitions or you need an attorney urgently to navigate an unexpected immigration obstacle, Monique Kornfeld provides the knowledgeable, compassionate advocacy your future demands.