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Paul Christopher Hannaford
also known as Paul Hannaford
About Paul
Biography
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 in New York for 14 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2011
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Hannaford Immigration Law
265 Franklin St., Ste. 1702, Boston, MA, 02110
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Posted by Nameer | October 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Asylum
A Beacon of Hope: Paul Hannaford's Exceptional Advocacy Secures Asylum
I recently had the privilege of being represented by Mr. Paul Hannaford in my asylum case, and I cannot speak highly enough of his professionalism, accuracy, and commitment to my case. From the moment I met him, I knew I was in capable hands. Paul Hannaford went above and beyond to ensure that my ...
Posted by Jenise | January 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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 knowledgea...
Posted by Mackenzie | November 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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 m...
Posted by Edward | November 07, 2016 | Immigration
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. Def...
Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2015 | Immigration
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.
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"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."
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Experience
Honors
2018
‘Leading Humanitarian Visa Adviser of the Year, Massachusetts’, Acquisition International
2018
Best Immigration Lawyers in Boston, Expertise
2017
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
2016
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
2015
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
2014
Annual Conference Scholorship, American Immigration Lawyers Association - New England
2014
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Principal Attorney, Hannaford Immigration Law
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Wynn Law Group
2011 - 2013
Managing Partner, Foster & Hannaford, LLP
2007 - 2009
Brokerage Specialist, Merrill Lynch & Co.
Associations
2012 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (New England chapter)
2011 - Present
New York State Bar Association
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Adjustment of Status with Fraud waiver
Successfully got Green Card
VAWA AOS
Approved
I-751 Waiver
Apporved
I-751 Waiver
Apporved
Asylum Adjustment of Status with I-602
Apporved
Violence against Women Act
Approved
VAWA
Approved
I 485 RFE
Approved
N-600K
Approved
One Step Marriage Adjustment
Approved
Bond
Approved
Fiancee Visa
Approved
I-751 - Joint petition to remove conditions
Approved
E-2 with complex NIV waiver
Approved
I-130
Approved
One Step Marriage Petition
Approved
Temporary Protected Status
Approved
K-1 Fiance Visa
Approved
B2 extension RFE approved
Approved
Employment based green card
Approved
EB-1A - I-140 petition for an Individual of Extraordinary Ability
Approved
Asylum
Approved
Mariage Based Green Card
Approved
Same Sex Marriage based Adjustment of Status
Approved
Marriage based Green Card
Approved
DACA - Advanced Parole
Approved
Defensive Asylum
Administratively Closed
Greencard
Approved
Removal of conditions
Approved- full unconditional Greencard
U Visa
Approved
Green Card
Approved
B visa extension
Approved
Family Based Adjustment of Status
Approved
Same Sex Marriage based Adjustment of Status
Approved
Business Tourist Visa
Approved
Expedited EAD
Approved in a month
Education
2017
Aila Annual Conference
2016
Aila NE Conference
CLE
2015
AILA NE Conference
CLE
2014
AILA Annual Conference
CLE
2014
AILA New England Conference
CLE
2014
MCLE
CLE
2013
AILA New England
CLE
2012
AILA New England Conference
CLE
2010
Independent Colleges - Ireland
2006
University of Northumbria - England
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
Speaking Engagements
2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association NE Annual Conference
Materials Manager
2013
Citizenship Class
Preparing for Naturalization
2012
ABA Law Student Division National Appellate Advocacy Competition (NAAC)
Moot Judge
Publications
N/A
hannafordimmigration.com
Immigration Updates
N/A
Hannaford Immigration's Blog
Blog
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does it mean by concurrent filing?
16 Oct 2022
Q&A
Should I apply Asylum or TPS?
22 Jul 2021
Q&A
Since I already file for my greencard through asylum can I marry and file through marriage?
08 Apr 2021