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Premier U.S. Immigration Law Firm for a Global Clientele
Navigating the complexities of United States immigration law requires a legal partner with deep expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to personalized service. Gafner Law Firm, founded in 2011, is a boutique law firm in New York City dedicated exclusively to all aspects of U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law. We serve a diverse clientele of businesses, families, and individuals from around the world, providing sophisticated legal strategies to help them achieve their immigration goals. As a multilingual practice, fluent in both English and French, we are uniquely positioned to assist international clients with clarity and cultural understanding. Our mission is to provide high-quality, efficient, and tailored legal solutions to even the most complex immigration challenges.
Comprehensive Immigration Services for All Needs
Our firm’s singular focus on immigration law allows us to provide an exceptional level of knowledge and experience across the full spectrum of immigration matters. We are committed to guiding our clients through every step of the often-daunting immigration process, from initial application to final resolution.
- Business and Work Visa Lawyers: We are a vital partner for U.S. employers and international professionals. We handle a wide array of nonimmigrant work visas, including H-1B visas for specialty occupations, L-1 visas for intracompany transferees, O-1 visas for individuals with extraordinary ability, and E-2 treaty investor visas. We also manage the PERM labor certification process for employment-based green cards.
- Family Immigration Lawyers: We help unite families by skillfully managing family-based petitions. Our services include assistance with marriage-based green cards, fiancé(e) visas (K-1), and petitions for other qualifying relatives.
- Citizenship Lawyers: For those seeking to take the final step in their immigration journey, we provide clear guidance and representation throughout the naturalization process to become a U.S. citizen.
- Deportation Defense Lawyers: When a person’s ability to remain in the U.S. is at risk, we provide a strong and strategic defense in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court.
Your Trusted Partner in U.S. Immigration
At Gafner Law Firm, we pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients based on trust, responsiveness, and results. Led by attorney Celine Gafner, an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), our firm stays at the forefront of the ever-changing landscape of immigration law. We understand the profound importance of each case and are dedicated to providing the focused, expert counsel needed to navigate the system successfully. We invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss your specific situation and learn how our expertise can help you achieve your American dream.
Specializing In
U.S. Immigration Law, Business Visas, H-1B Visas, L-1 Visas, E-2 Investor Visas, O-1 Visas, Family-Based Green Cards, Naturalization, Deportation Defense
Address & Location
Located in the highly accessible Grand Central area of Midtown Manhattan, directly across the street from Grand Central Terminal.
Building Location
This is a 55-story landmark Neo-Gothic commercial skyscraper known as One Grand Central Place (formerly the Lincoln Building), completed in 1930. The building is situated near restaurants like Madison & Vine and La Fonda Del Sol.
Suite Access
Enter the building at One Grand Central Place (60 East 42nd Street), check in at the secure visitor reception desk in the main lobby, and take the express passenger elevator up to Suite 4600 on the 46th floor. The building is fully wheelchair accessible.
Parking Details
Paid public parking is available nearby at several underground facilities, including the Centerpark East 39th Street Parking Garage.
Public Transit
Served by NYC Transit Route M42 (Crosstown); nearest stop is at East 42nd Street & Lexington Avenue.
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1 Review on “Gafner Law Firm – NYC, New York”
I found this write-up about Gafner Law Firm pretty reassuring — if I were in need of an immigration lawyer in New York City, it sounds like they cover almost everything: visas, green cards, citizenship, work permits, even investor and employment-based immigration help. It’s comforting to know there are firms out there willing to walk you through the complexities rather than having you dive in alone.