Paul Christopher Hannaford

Immigration Attorney at Boston, MA

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Excellent Lawyer!

Years ago I was searching for an Immigration Lawyer who I can talk to about my status and I found Paul which then we had a consultation . Years later I contacted Paul to start the process and he never forgot who I was . That alone made me feel that he cares about his clients. Paul is very knowledgeable, smart , caring lawyer and also responds to email in a very timely manner . Looking for an immigration lawyer , Paul is the one. You will not be disappointed . He will always be the person I will reach out to for any immigration issue . Thanks Paul .

Highly Recomended !

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Practice areas

Immigration

80%

I handle family, employment and humanitarian cases ranging from successfully getting people their visa, green card or citizenship to successfully defending people in Immigration court.
Asylum

20%

I also have successfully gotten people their green card through Asylum

Being an immigrant myself and having gone through the system, I know how complicated the process can be and my goal at Hannaford Immigration is to try and make that process easier for you in anyway I can.

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Licensed for 11 years

State NY

Status Currently Registered

Acquired 2011

Updated 11/17/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Hannaford Immigration Law

265 Franklin St., Ste. 1702

Boston, MA, 02110

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Posted by Jenise | January 5, 2022

Excellent Lawyer!

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Posted by Mackenzie | November 30, 2017

Highly Recomended !

I would highly recommend Paul who was very friendly, the best attorney I have ever met ! He took a lot of time to carefully review my case which was very complicated, he also went extra miles to walk with me to the bank to collect important documents. He took time to track my case progress and gave me an update without being asked. You can't go wrong with Paul !

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Posted by Edward | November 7, 2016

Very Helpful

I had a specific question about a green card matter. I called Paul's firm and Paul took my call immediately. In my situation, the question was easily answered in one 15-minute phone call. I offered to pay for this advice, but Paul generously didn't accept. Very helpful and straightforward. Definitely glad I called.

Posted by anonymous | April 8, 2015

M1 visa

I highly recommend Paul. I came to USA on M1 visa & wanted to extend my visa status. He was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, accommodating to our time appointments. I will difo be recommending him to friends. Paul from my experience is the best & a true gentleman.

Posted by samwreckless | March 22, 2014

A Brilliant Advisor

Attorney Hannaford is the second lawyer I've met about my pending I-485 and I-612. Compared to the first person I went to, Mr. Hannaford, was extremely professional and listened to all my concerns and questions carefully and patiently, and provided detailed guidance on how to move forward. He spent a lot of time talking to me and reviewing my immigration documents. I believe his guidance and thoughtful counsel on issues concerning my immigration journey will get me there. I highly recommend him for anyone with the need for an immigration lawyer.

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Posted by Mariarita | February 27, 2014

I strongly recommend anyone who needs legal help in immigration field to contact Paul's office.

I met Paul Hannaford in Boston in June 2013. I'm a physician and I contacted Paul to ask questions regarding an eventual new period to spend in the US. He scheduled an appointment for me in few days. He answered all my questions in a very professional and clear way. He also wrote for me a letter summarizing some important points of my situation. This letter was so helpful when I entered again the USA. Furthermore, Paul was so ready to kindly answer some other questions I emailed him recently. I strongly recommend anyone who needs legal help in immigration field to contact Paul's office.

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Posted by Cecilia | February 1, 2014

Visa extension process went smoothly, quickly and stress free

We went recently through a very difficult medical family situation. My mother was visiting from abroad and provided critical help but she had been in the US for nearly 6 months and was scheduled to go back home. I was very nervous at the idea of having her going back home. Foster and Hannaford helped us with the visa extension process. They were very responsive, attentive and efficient. They were also very patient with my mother which speaks poor english. It was a relief to have them handle smoothly the inherent bureaucracy link to this kind of process. They were very "human" and comprehensive and the extension process went smoothly, quickly and stress free.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Principal Attorney
Hannaford Immigration Law
2013 - Present

Law Clerk
Wynn Law Group
2011 - 2012

Managing Partner
Foster & Hannaford, LLP
2011 - 2013

Brokerage Specialist
Merrill Lynch & Co.
2007 - 2009

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Education

Aila Annual Conference
2017

Aila NE Conference
CLE
2016

AILA NE Conference
CLE
2015

AILA Annual Conference
CLE
2014

AILA New England Conference
CLE
2014

MCLE
CLE
2014

AILA New England
CLE
2013

AILA New England Conference
CLE
2012

Independent Colleges - Ireland
2010

University of Northumbria - England
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
2006

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Legal Cases

Adjustment of Status with Fraud waiver
Successfully got Green Card

VAWA AOS
Approved

I-751 Waiver
Apporved

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Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)
2012 - Present

New York State Bar Association
2011 - Present

American Bar Association
N/A

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

‘Leading Humanitarian Visa Adviser of the Year, Massachusetts’
Acquisition International
2018

Best Immigration Lawyers in Boston
Expertise
2018

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Certificate of Appreciation
2017

Best Immigration Lawyer Boston 2017
AI Legal Awards
2017

2017 Most Oustanding Law Firm of the Year
Acquisition Internation
2017

2017 Legal Excellence Awards
Acquisition International
2017

Pro Bono Champions
AILA
2017

National Day of Action Scholorship
American Immigration Lawyers Association
2017

Annual Conference Scholorship
American Immigration Lawyers Association
2017

Most Innovative Law Firms of 2016 in the USA
Acquisition INTL
2016

2016 Excellence Award: Most Outstanding Immigration Law Firm
Acquisition International
2016

Immigration – Law Firm of the Year - USA
Lawyer Monthly Legal Awards 2016
2016

2016 Excellence Award: Most Outstanding Immigration Law Firm
Acquisition International magazine
2016

Top Contributor
AVVO
2016

Best Immigration Lawyers in Boston
Expertise
2016

Best Immigration Law Firm - Massachusetts
Corporate America 2015 M&A Awards
2015

Sustained Excellence in Immigration Law - Massachusetts
The Corporate America: Legal Elite 2015
2015

Top 3 Immigration Lawyers in Boston, MA
Three Best Rated
2015

Top Contributor Award
AVVO
2015

Annual Conference Scholorship
American Immigration Lawyers Association - New England
2014

Top Contributor Award
Avvo
2014

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Publications

Hannaford Immigration's Blog
Blog
N/A

hannafordimmigration.com
Immigration Updates
N/A

Speaking Engagements

American Immigration Lawyers Association NE Annual Conference
Materials Manager
2016

Citizenship Class
Preparing for Naturalization
2013

ABA Law Student Division National Appellate Advocacy Competition (NAAC)
Moot Judge
2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (59)

Given (79)

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Peter Zhang

Unknown Attorney | Dec 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Justin Scott

Immigration Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kevin Neiman

Unknown Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hannaford displays genuine concern in every question he answers on Avvo. Attorney Hannaford's answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. He also gives practical solutions. I endorse this lawyer for immigration matters."

Tyler Patterson

Immigration Attorney | Feb 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We need more Paul Hannafords in this world, now more than ever. The advice he provides is spot-on, he is one of Boston's best."

James Ponton

Immigration Attorney | Feb 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul has a well deserved reputation in the legal community and is a strong advocate for his clients."

Bradford Sperr

Immigration Attorney | Feb 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an exceptional lawyer whose record speaks for itself. He is highly regarded in the legal community."

Mark Rafidi

Immigration Attorney | Feb 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an asset to his immigration clients and the legal community. Paul has my endorsement!"

George Tenreiro

Immigration Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Mark Clay

Immigration Attorney | Sep 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Hannaford. Truly exceptional and caring immigration attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems in his area to contact him first."

Meryl Chambers

Immigration Attorney | Jul 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Paul Hannaford. Hard working, skilled, and dedicated to his clients. A respected member within the legal community."

Nicole Boros

Immigration Attorney | Jul 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Benjamin Pardun

Immigration Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

James Newell

Asylum Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Adam Rodrigue

Immigration Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sarah Hennessy

Unknown Attorney | Jul 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is dedicated to the needs of his clients and will work with them to make sure their needs are met. I highly recommend him."