Sylvia M. Montan

Sylvia M. Montan
Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contact Information

  • Law Office of Sylvia M. Montan, PLLC
    45 Rockefeller Plaza
    Suite 2000
    New York, NY 10111
    Office: 212-332-4488
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Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Spanish

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Attorney Sylvia M. Montan possesses over 17 years of experience practicing in the area of U.S. immigration law, managing immigration matters for Fortune 500... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Outstanding work!”

Posted by: a Immigration client, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: I recently retained Ms. Montan to assist me in my application for US Naturalization/Citizenship. The case had some complications as I had spent a... more
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5 star rating

“Outstanding work, Excellent Attorney, Highly Recommended”

Posted by: a Immigration client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Our company recently retained Ms. Montan at the recommendation of a colleague and former client of hers. She successfully processed work visas for... more
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Peer Endorsements

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2 endorsements


Roxanne H. Levine

Sylvia is one of the best immigration attorneys in NYC! And she is current with the law, diligent and represents her clients zealously. She is... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Roxanne Levine , New York (NY), Over 1 year ago
Karin Wolman

Sylvia and I were colleagues at the same firm for almost 8 years. She is attentive, kind, and scrupulously ethical.

Endorsement from lawyer: Karin Wolman , New York (NY), Almost 4 years ago

Résumé

 

License

18 years since Sylvia M. Montan was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
New York Currently registered 1995 05/21/2011
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Managing Partner/President at Law Office of Sylvia M. Montan, PLLC 2009–present
Senior Associate at Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, L.L.P. 2007–2008
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Syracuse University College of Law Law Juris Doctor 1994
Fordham University Political Science & Philosophy BA - Bachelor of Arts 1990
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Alumni Profile - Interview Syracuse Manuscript -Alumni Newsletter 2012
Journal of International Law and Commerce Award Syracuse University College of Law 1994
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Co-Chair, Social Committee American Immigration Lawyers Association (New York City Area chapter) 2011–present
Member American Immigration Lawyers Association 2000–present
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Emerging Issues in Immigration Law Syracuse Manuscript Magazine 2013
Alumni Profile Syracuse Manuscript 2012
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Emerging Issues in Immigration Law Latino Heritage Month 2012 Syracuse University 2012
Consular Processing of Immigrant Visas Consular/Border Processing 101 2012
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