Joshua Daley Paulin

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Joshua Daley Paulin

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Licensed for 27 years

Immigration Lawyer at Framingham, MA
Practice Areas: Immigration

150 Speen Street, Ste 101, Framingham, MA

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About Joshua

Biography

I can help you with your immigration court, citizenship, visa or green card issues.

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Immigration 100%

24 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joshua Daley Paulin

150 Speen Street, Ste 101, Framingham, MA, 01701

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Joshua Daley Paulin's Reviews

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Showing 21 - 25 of 64 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Emily | February 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A good choice!

My husband and I highly recommend Josh! He helped us with a spousal visa. He was always available, helpful, and friendly. Josh was unendingly patient to answer of all of the million questions we had along this journey! His fees are also on the lower end of lawyers offering the same service.

Joshua Paulin

Replied last February 04, 2021

Questions are important! I want people to understand their own case, so that they are less anxious about it as it works its way through the system. Thanks for the kind words!

Posted by Abelardo | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent personal care!

Joshua has been te best throughout the whole case. I am a very organized person regarding my personal documents, so I tend to ask a lot of questions. Even though I bombarded him with a thousand questions, he never had an issue with it and answered every single one respectfully and nicely. I thank him... for his efforts and the success of our case.

Posted by Marcelo | October 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing!

Highly, Highly Recommended! Joshua was spectacular. After 22 years living in the United States I made a mistake during my naturalization interview by giving a wrong date. As a result I received a letter from Immigration with the Intention of Deny of my naturalization. I hired a lawyer to help me... respond to immigration and she was awful, rude and just interested in get as much money as possible out of my situation. 2 months after sending a response with that horrible lawyer I receive another Immigration letter denying my naturalization and announcing they would start my deportation process. After reading all the excellent reviews online I decided to hire Joshua to help me file for a hearing. Joshua was super professional, kind and supportive. He always answered all of my questions very quickly. Nothing like the other lawyers that just care about the money. Today, thanks to Joshua's help my citizenship have been approved. If you are looking for an Immigration Lawyer you can't go wrong with him.

Posted by Prateek | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Successful Marriage-Based Green Card Application

Unless you have actually prosecuted a marriage-based green card case yourself in the past, you need a lawyer. Period. I'm the beneficiary and, naturally, I did a lot of research. Our case progressed faster than any case I have ever read or heard about. If not for the virus hitting Boston a month ...before our original interview date, we would have wrapped this case up in four months and change. That is nothing short of a miracle. I credit this completely hiccup-free process In large part to Josh’s thorough and diligent submission of our application. There are a lot of forms you need to submit with the initial application and if you are not familiar with them, you will probably make an error or omit something important. Search for some random receipt numbers on USCIS’s “Case Status Online” website. You’ll be shocked at the number of cases that get rejected because of simple errors, improper fees, or missing signatures. Josh made sure this didn’t happen. He even suggested we look at the entire application before he submitted it. He had zero ego about the whole process. He never once acted like his vast knowledge of the field gave him the right to hustle us along through the process like cattle. In the same vein, he always, repeat ALWAYS, answered every question I had with the utmost patience. I bet some of them were silly questions and the product of overthinking but he patiently put us at ease anyway. He spent more than twenty minutes during one of our first meetings indulging my concerns and gave me a detailed picture of the landscape of this kind of case. This is a rare and valuable quality in a lawyer. Josh’s unflappable confidence and patience is exactly what you need when there is so much at stake. Make no mistake: You will have to gather a lot of evidence yourself to prepare for the interview. We were well-prepared but we would have been a lot more anxious if Josh didn’t come to the interview with us. When our rescheduled interview finally arrived, Josh made sure to make pleasant small talk and for a little while, we forgot we had one of the biggest events of our life coming up in a few minutes. The USCIS Officer was tough but fair and ended up approving our application on the spot. He actually asked Josh a few questions for clarification so if you’re under the impression that bringing your lawyer with you is an unnecessary luxury, you’re wrong. It will help. Never leave anything to chance. We didn’t and I am now officially a permanent resident of the United States and a great weight has been lifted off my wife’s shoulders as well.

Joshua Paulin

Replied last September 09, 2020

I am so honored by your kind words. I have no words! I'd like to say, though, that I take all client questions seriously... it's such a nerve-wracking process for people passing through it, so it's important to me that you're as comfortable as possible while doing so!

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Outstanding attorney- responsive, knowledgeable, and humorous

Joshua helped my wife and I navigate our change-of-status immigration case. He let us know that change-of-status was an option, helped us file the paperwork, let us know about the timeline, and kept us in-the-loop when he got more information. I think it was a pretty simple case, but having his suppo...rt was a big help during the long wait. Would hire him again and recommend to others.

Joshua Paulin

Replied last August 27, 2020

Happy to help; thanks for the kind words!

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Joshua Daley Paulin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Christiansen

Immigration lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"For the last several years, Josh and I have been part of a national group of attorneys dedicated to providing the best client service possible. Of the many members in this group, Josh stands out as one of the most personable, dedicated, and caring. Josh's specialized practice makes it possible for him to serve clients in a way that no other firm could hope to."

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Jessica Foley

Immigration lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is an excellent immigration attorney. He is extremely knowledgable and eager to help. I have had the opportunity to refer cases to him and the referrals have been extremely impressed with his expertise and patience. To top it off, he is a nice guy with a nice staff."

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Matthew Kidd

Immigration lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Paulin is a true professional in every sense of the word. He is extremely well prepared and knowledgeable in his field and handles each matter with the utmost professionalism. Attorney Paulin exemplifies the highest ethical standards in his practice and outside his practice."

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Austin Freeley

Immigration lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joshua for many years and consider him to be an honest, trustworthy, and highly respected immigration attorney. Joshua is a very well respected in the legal community."

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Alexus Sham

Immigration lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Joshua for several years. Early on in our careers we would volunteer to help the Irish population and others with their immigration issues. Josh has an immense wealth of knowledge and is a dedicated professional."

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Jonathan Stein

Immigration lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joshua for a number of years through several email lists for lawyers. He is well respected in the community and knows immigration law. He is always willing to share his knowledge and information. He is a great resource, takes care of his clients and I highly recommend him."

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Gabriel Cheong

Immigration lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Josh through online groups and the general legal community. I've spoken with him and met him and can honestly say that he's sincere in his desire to help his clients and he's devoted. His legal knowledge and experience in the field of immigration law stands out from the rest. I strongly endorse Josh."

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Meyer Silber

Immigration lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Josh's work. Josh is always ready with on-the-mark counsel."

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D. Smith

Immigration lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Joshua through an online legal community and have been impressed with his professionalism and dedication to his immigration clients. If you or someone you know needs an immigration lawyer in the greater Boston area, I suggest you give Joshua a call."

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Sheila Rambeck

Immigration lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He's a member of a solo group to which I belong and he's very knowledgeable!"

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Elena Rivkin

Immigration lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Josh Paulin is a great resource for immigration law. Make sure to take a look at his blog at http://bostonimmigrationblog.com/"

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David Leon

Immigration lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Other

"This is a 'go to' guy for immigration work."

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Edward Wiest

Immigration lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgable lawyer willing to handle the most challenging issues in an important area of law."

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Gil Shuga

Immigration lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh provides practical and helpful advice in his area of expertise. His experience and compassion make him the lawyer I would call with any immigration law questions."

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Lesley Hoenig

Immigration lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Joshua through a discussion group of some very experienced, client focused attorneys. Joshua has extensive experience in immigration law and I highly recommend him."

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Michael Wasylik

Immigration lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh Paulin is insightful and willing to share his knowledge to make the legal community better for lawyers and their clients. He is constantly striving for new ways to deliver better services and results to his clients, and his determination is a benefit to them."

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Majdel Musa

Immigration lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua has extensive knowledge in an area of the law in which many attorneys are not well-versed. I whole-heartedly recommend him for immigration matters."

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Robert Miller

Immigration lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua Daley Paulin is sharp and always willing to lend advice in his area of expertise. I communicate with Mr. Paulin often through an online legal community that we are both colleagues and members in, and I often see things in a different light after reading his sharp analysis. He is not only heartily endorsed, but a credit to whatever client or matter he is working on. Highest recommendation."

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Eugene Lee

Immigration lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Leanna Hamill

Immigration lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Joshua through an attorney discussion group and his client centered approach makes him the attorney I would refer my clients to for any immigration matters."

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Paul Shane

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Gabriel Cheong

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Dineen Wasylik

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Sheila Rambeck

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Elena Rivkin

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D. Smith

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Edward Wiest

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Meyer Silber

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David Leon

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Gil Shuga

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

2015

Certificate of Recognition, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court

2010

Outstanding Immigration Lawyer, Brazilian Immigrant Center

2010

AILA Pro Bono Champion, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2008

AILA Pro Bono Champion, American Immigration Lawyers Association

2007

Appreciation Award for Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Irish Immigration Center

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Joshua Daley Paulin

2004 - 2004

Attorney, Law Office of William Soo Hoo

2002 - 2003

Staff Attorney, Irish Immigration Center

Associations

2009 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division, Immigration Law Committee

Committee Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

GPSolo Leadership

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association, Law Practice Management Section

Member

2004 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts

Member

2004 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division, Immigration Law Committee

Vice-Chair

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division, International Law Committee

Vice-Chair

2011 - 2018

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Assistant Editor, GP|Solo Magazine

Sample of Legal Cases

Garcia v. Holder 12-1410 (1st Cir 2012)

The Office of Immigration Litigation agreed with our position, and moved to remand the case to the Board, which in turn remanded it to the Immigration Court, which then granted asylum.

Matter of CD (Brazilian national)

Green Card granted in removal proceedings

Matter of Mary Roe et al (Colombian Nationals)

Asylum victory

Matter of John Doe (Colombian National)

Withholding of Removal Victory

Matter of Richard Roe (Cuban national)

Asylum victory

Matter of Jane Doe (Chinese national)

Asylum victory

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Education

1998

Washington and Lee University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Virginia Military Institute

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Worcester Superior Court First Monday Educational Series

Immigration Basics for the General Practitioner

2010

Women Attorneys Network of the South Shore

Immigration Essentials for the Non-Immigration Attorney

2007

NAACP - Open Forum on Immigration

Immigration

2006

Spheres of Exchange Workshop Series

Immigration Law: Recent Legislative Impacts on Refugees and Immigrants

Publications

2023

GPSolo Magazine (ABA) Do You Speak My Language

2022

2019

GPSolo Magazine (ABA) New York's Programs to Assist Pro Bono Litigants

2017

2013

GPSolo Magazine (ABA) Immigration Law 101

2012

GPSolo eReport (ABA) Respecting Cultural Differences

2010

GPSolo Magazine (ABA) Who is the Client: Immigration

2010

2009

Going Global: Trends in Outbound Immigration Destination Panama: Increased Migration and Trade Hub

2008

Jornal Imigrante Sustituições na 245(i)

2008

Jornal Imigrante Declarações em apoio de um estrangeiro detido que procura fiança.

2008

Jornal Imigrante Em caso de encontros com a policia

2007

Jornal Imigrante Dirigindo sem carteira

2007

Jornal Imigrante Residência Permanente, Parte I

2007

Jornal Imigrante Residência permanente condicional

2007

Jornal Imigrante Para pagar Fianças de Imigração

Languages

Portuguese

Spanish

Italian

French

Activity

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